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Why must we as Hairdressers comply with all legislations? To protect yourself (Hairdresser). To protect clients/others. To prevent fines. To prevent closure. Names of who is presenting and positions What we are here to do today NB: you can also copy and use this slide as a template for further slides required with writing

Health and safety procedures All business have a legal duty to provide a safe and hygienic environment. Legal responsibilities – if you harm or put a client at risk – you are legally responsible, liable to prosecution and fined. There is a huge amount of legislation that relates to Health and Safety. Names of who is presenting and positions What we are here to do today NB: you can also copy and use this slide as a template for further slides required with writing

Sometimes called the Umbrella Act – Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 Covers all aspects of Health, Safety and Welfare at work. (‘As far as reasonably practicable’) This Act is very important and should be incorporated into every aspect of a business. Sometimes called the Umbrella Act – as many regulations come under this act. Names of who is presenting and positions What we are here to do today NB: you can also copy and use this slide as a template for further slides required with writing

Health and Safety at work Act 1974 A claim against HASAWA - 1974 States employer and employees duties to safeguard The health, safety and Welfare of all. States main Employees Duties Protects employees and employers Health and Safety at work Act 1974 States main Employers Duties A claim against the business by staff or clients. Prosecution or fine. Business reputation damaged (clients have long memories). Names of who is presenting and positions What we are here to do today NB: you can also copy and use this slide as a template for further slides required with writing What could happen if the Health and Safety at Work Act is not followed ?

Health and Safety Officer Responsibility Customer Manager Who is responsible? Names of who is presenting and positions What we are here to do today NB: you can also copy and use this slide as a template for further slides required with writing Health and Safety Officer Hairdresser

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations 2002 The purpose of this regulation is for employers to identify substances in the workplace and assess the possible risk to health. Substances that seem harmless May be hazardous if stored Incorrectly. Names of who is presenting and positions What we are here to do today NB: you can also copy and use this slide as a template for further slides required with writing

Hazardous Symbols Hazardous substances are identified with the use of symbols. (Identified on packaging with storage and handling correctly carried out) Names of who is presenting and positions What we are here to do today NB: you can also copy and use this slide as a template for further slides required with writing

Hazardous substances must be identified during a risk assessment. COSHH Assessment Hazardous substances must be identified during a risk assessment. e.g. surgical spirit, nail products. COSHH assessments must be regularly reviewed and updated when necessary. e.g. new products. Names of who is presenting and positions What we are here to do today NB: you can also copy and use this slide as a template for further slides required with writing

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at Work Regulations 1992. This act requires all employers to provide appropriate protective clothing and equipment for all employees. All PPE should be ‘CE’ marked – indicating compliance with Personal Protective at Work Regulations and satisfies safety requirements. Names of who is presenting and positions What we are here to do today NB: you can also copy and use this slide as a template for further slides required with writing

This applies in all jobs where manual lifting occurs. Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 This applies in all jobs where manual lifting occurs. Employers must carry out risk assessment where manual lifting is involved. What is the correct way to lift and carry items? Names of who is presenting and positions What we are here to do today NB: you can also copy and use this slide as a template for further slides required with writing

or infection must be reported. Also reported – if an employee or RIDDOR Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) 1999 It is the law that certain diseases or infection must be reported. Also reported – if an employee or client/visitor suffers: Death, major injury, more than 24hrs in hospital, incapacity to work for more than 3 calendar days. Names of who is presenting and positions What we are here to do today NB: you can also copy and use this slide as a template for further slides required with writing

Names of who is presenting and positions What we are here to do today NB: you can also copy and use this slide as a template for further slides required with writing

So that’s a snap shot of why you can see that here at NPTC we have all the ingredients to offer you more, than just an education Thank you for listening!