Coronavirus (COVID-19) Infection, Prevention & Control Policy

My priority is to keep you as safe as possible and I have implemented a number of changes which I would like to make you aware of.

During the time the salon has been shut, I have completed the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Infection Prevention and Control course which is accredited by the Guild of Professional Beauty Therapists, the UK trade body for our industry.

I have since made a number of changes in the way that I will operate, and will be respectfully asking you to follow these.

BOOKING APPOINTMENTS

If I feel ill or have symptoms of C0VlD-19, I will self-isolate immediately and not work. This may mean that I have to cancel your appointment at short notice.

I appreciate that this may be inconvenient but it is done entirely for your own safety. If your appointment is cancelled I will be in touch with you to re-book.

Equally, if you or any of the people you live with feel ill or display any symptoms of C0VlD-19 – please advise me as soon as possible and DO NOT COME TO THE SALON FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT. I have amended my booking terms and conditions and you will not be charged for any appointments which you miss due to illness.

VISITING THE SALON

For your safety and to maintain social distancing, I ask that you attend your appointments for your specified time slot ONLY. Please do not arrive early for appointments as this may mean that you come into contact with other clients who are leaving.

Due to Insurance purposes I will now also be asking you to attend without any partners, friends or children, irrespective of coming from the same household. I’m sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

Face masks are no longer legally required in salon but if you feel more comfortable wearing one you are of course welcome to.

I have increased the frequency of cleaning in the salon including making sure that common surfaces, toilets, door handles etc. are wiped clean using disinfectant products between every client.

All tools and equipment will be disinfected or sterilised in line with the specific manufacturers’ instructions for your safety just as before.

You will have access to antibacterial hand gel to sanitise your hands, which I will be asking all clients to do upon arrival.

Please don’t be surprised or upset if I use personal protective equipment (PPE) during your treatment. This may include disposable gloves / facemasks / aprons where appropriate.

I can also confirm that the laundering of salon towels and uniforms is a priority and can assure you that all salon laundry is washed at 60 degrees C.

All disposable items will be bagged and safely removed from the treatment area between each client / every day.

MY TREATMENTS

I have carried out a risk assessment on all treatments and am confident that I can continue to provide these safely.

During your treatment

I understand the importance of hand hygiene and will ensure that I wash my hands in accordance with NHS recommendations before the start of your treatment.

I will try to make your treatment as safe, comfortable and enjoyable as possible. If you have any concerns about your treatments please let me know and I will be happy to discuss these with you.

After the treatment

You are able to pay for your treatment via cash or card if you prefer to go cashless.

SUMMARY

All of these procedures have been implemented for your safety and mine.

I will continue to take advice from the Government and the NHS regarding safe practice and will amend them as necessary.

Thank you so much for your support and understanding during this difficult time.

Becky Baker

12/03/2022