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Wirral Metropolitan CollegeWirral Metropolitan College

Hair, Beauty & Sports Therapy

Resource related to modules:

• Client care• Health, Safety & Security

Compiled by: Lynda JohnsonMay 2004

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ContentsContents

• Health and Hygieneo Personal Hygiene and Appearanceo Hazards in the Salon

• Infestation and DiseaseIncluding images and web pages for:Bacteria, Viruses, Fungi, Head lice, Ringworm, Impetigo, Scabies Eczema, Alopecia, Psoriasis, Folliculitis, Dandruff, Keloids, and In growing hair

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Health and HygieneHealth and Hygiene

This section looks at what infection actually is and how you can avoid spreading it in the salon.

Good health and safety practice begins with yourself, so looking at your own personal health, hygiene and appearance is included.

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Hazards in salon environmentHazards in salon environment

Video Clip

Click the image below to play the video clip (click it again to stop)

Identify (list) and discuss a minimum of 10 hazards:

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PROBLEM & ACTION PROBLEM & ACTION

Scalds and burns Video Clip

Click the image below to play the video clip (click it again to stop)

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PROBLEM & ACTION PROBLEM & ACTION

Electric shock

Don't touch the casualty – you too, will get a shock. Switch off the current at the socket and remove the plug. If this isn't possible, turn off at the main switch. Summon help immediately.

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InfestationInfestation

Infestations are caused by animal parasites living on the body.

Common examples include head lice (pediculosis capitis) and scabies (caused by the itch-mite).

If you suspect an infectious or contagious condition, you must report it to your manager or supervisor.

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ImpetigoImpetigo

Research and Discuss:

• Symptom • Cause• Referral

Go to the Kids Health websitewww.kidshealth.org

Would you be able to continue the service? (click YES or NO)

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Head liceHead lice

Research and Discuss:

• Symptom • Cause• Referral

Go to the Mayo Clinic websitewww.mayoclinic.com

Would you be able to continue the service? (click YES or NO)

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AlopeciaAlopecia

Research and Discuss:

• Symptom • Cause• Referral

Go to the Keratin websitewww.keratin.com

Would you be able to continue the service? (click YES or NO)

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Skin and Scalp Disorders CrosswordSkin and Scalp Disorders Crossword

Click the link below to try the Skin and Scalp Disorders Crossword Quiz

Crossword Quiz