HEALTH AND SAFETY
PERSONAL HYGIENE
1. Hand Hygiene: Encourage all staff to wash their hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially before and after handling lashes or interacting with clients.
2. Use of Gloves: Consider wearing disposable gloves when handling lash products or providing services to clients, especially during lash application or removal.
3. Avoid Touching Face: Emphasize the importance of avoiding touching the face, particularly the eyes, nose, and mouth, to reduce the risk of transferring germs.
4. Sick Policy: Implement a strict sick policy that encourages employees to stay home if they are feeling unwell or exhibiting symptoms of illness to prevent the spread of infection.
5. Respiratory Etiquette: Promote good respiratory etiquette, such as covering coughs and sneezes with a tissue or the elbow, to minimize the spread of respiratory droplets.
WORKSPACE
1. Clean and Organized Environment: Maintain a clean and organized workspace to minimize clutter and facilitate easy access to tools and products.
2. Proper Ventilation: Ensure adequate ventilation in the workspace to promote air circulation and reduce the concentration of airborne particles.
3. Surface Disinfection: Regularly disinfect all work surfaces, including countertops, tables, and tools, using appropriate sanitizing products.
4. Disposable Supplies: Utilize disposable supplies whenever possible, such as disposable applicators or adhesive palettes, to reduce the risk of cross-contamination.
5. Storage: Store lash products in sealed containers or drawers to protect them from dust and contamination when not in use.
SANITIZATION
1. Frequent Cleaning Schedule: Establish a regular cleaning schedule for the workspace, including daily cleaning of surfaces and equipment used for lash services.
2. High-Touch Areas: Pay special attention to high-touch areas, such as doorknobs, light switches, and shared equipment, when cleaning and sanitizing
3. Equipment Sterilization: Sterilize reusable tools and equipment, such as tweezers and scissors, using appropriate methods such as autoclaving or chemical sterilization.
4. Client Seating Area: Clean and sanitize client seating areas, including chairs and armrests, between each appointment to maintain a hygienic environment.
5. Laundry Protocol: Establish a protocol for laundering towels, linens, and other fabric materials used during lash services to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized.
RECOMMENDED SANITIZING PRODUCTS
1. Disinfectant Wipes: Use disinfectant wipes that are effective against a broad spectrum of germs to quickly clean and sanitize surfaces.
2. Surface Disinfectant Spray: Choose a surface disinfectant spray that is specifically formulated for use in beauty salons or medical settings to effectively kill bacteria and viruses.
3. Isopropyl Alcohol (70% or higher): Use isopropy! alcohol to disinfect tools, equipment, and work surfaces. Ensure it is at least 70% concentration for optimal effectiveness.
4. Barbicide Solution: Consider using a barbicide solution, which is a hospital-grade disinfectant, for sterilizing tools and implements used in lash services.
5. Hand Sanitizer: Provide hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol for use by staff and clients when handwashing facilities are not readily available.