This Hairdressing Risk Assessment is designed to help Irish salon owners and managers comply with their legal obligations under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and related regulations. It provides a structured approach to identifying and managing risks specific to the hairdressing industry, including chemical exposure, electrical safety, ergonomic concerns, and public health considerations. The document should be used when setting up a new salon, during regular safety reviews, or when introducing new services or equipment. It contains comprehensive sections on hazard identification, risk evaluation, control measures, and emergency procedures, tailored specifically for the Irish hairdressing context. Regular updates are required to ensure continued compliance with evolving safety standards and regulations.
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1. Business Information and Assessment Details: Identifies the salon, assessment date, assessor details, and review schedule
2. Scope of Assessment: Defines the areas, activities, and services covered by the risk assessment
3. Hazard Identification: Comprehensive list of potential hazards in the salon environment
4. Risk Evaluation Matrix: System for rating likelihood and severity of risks
5. Chemical Hazards and Controls: Assessment of risks from hair products, dyes, and treatments
6. Physical Hazards and Controls: Evaluation of risks from equipment, wet floors, heat sources
7. Ergonomic Hazards and Controls: Assessment of risks from standing, repetitive movements, awkward postures
8. Biological Hazards and Controls: Evaluation of hygiene-related risks and infection control measures
9. Electrical Safety Assessment: Specific assessment of electrical equipment and installations
10. Control Measures Summary: Overview of all implemented and required control measures
11. Training Requirements: Specified training needed for staff based on identified risks
12. Emergency Procedures: Response procedures for identified high-risk scenarios
13. Monitoring and Review Process: Schedule and procedures for reviewing and updating the assessment
1. Special Treatments Risk Assessment: Additional assessment for specialized services like keratin treatments or chemical straightening
2. COVID-19 Safety Measures: Specific measures for pandemic-related risk management
3. Pregnancy Risk Assessment: Additional considerations for pregnant staff members
4. Young Workers Risk Assessment: Specific considerations for workers under 18
5. Mobile Services Assessment: For salons offering mobile or home-visit services
6. Student/Trainee Safety Measures: Additional controls for training environments
1. Schedule 1: Safety Data Sheets: Compilation of safety data sheets for all chemical products used
2. Schedule 2: Equipment Maintenance Records: Log of equipment inspections and maintenance
3. Schedule 3: Training Records Template: Format for recording staff safety training completion
4. Schedule 4: Incident Report Form: Template for recording accidents and near-misses
5. Schedule 5: Risk Assessment Review Log: Template for documenting periodic reviews and updates
6. Appendix A: Control Measures Checklist: Detailed checklist for implementing and monitoring control measures
7. Appendix B: Emergency Contact Information: List of emergency contacts and first aiders
8. Appendix C: PPE Requirements: Detailed specifications for required personal protective equipment
9. Appendix D: Floor Plan with Hazard Zones: Marked floor plan showing high-risk areas and safety equipment locations
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