Outcome 1n. Describe hazards that may occur in a salon
- Environmental – wet/slippery floor, cluttered passage/corridors, rearrange furniture, blocked passageway/entrance/exit.
- Equipment – broken, worn, faulty, incorrect use.
- Chemicals – leaking, damaged packaging.
- Security (cash) – unattended reception/till, money in transit, cash left in till overnight.
- Security (people) – staff, clients, visitors, children, personal belongings, disregard of systems (security, emergency evacuation, storage/use of confidential staff/client records, business information).
- Hygiene – poor personal cleanliness, lack of regular washing of uniform, equipment (dirty, not sterilised, cross-infection, cross‑contamination between clients.