Name: TORREJOS, MARK DANIEL S. Instructor: Prof. Lara May G.
Cornell
Yr. & Sec.: Bachelor of Technology Course: Beauty Care with Health &
and Livelihood Education Major in Wellness (TLEHEBCH)
Home Economics 3
Date: April 25, 2024 Activity: Identifying Hazards and
Risks
Directions: Using the table below, look (10) for hazards and risks that
might be present in your salon/workplace. Identify and give the possible
risks that might happen. Use short bond paper.
PARTS OF THE SALON HAZARDS RISKS
Examples of Parts of
the Salon:
Colorist
Massages
Nail Treatments
Desk
Beauty Beds
Makeup
Equipment
Salon Stations
Trolleys
1. Colorist Chemical Hazard - A colorist
Chemical exposure accidentally spills
from hair dyes and hair dye on their
bleach. skin, leading to
chemical burns or
allergic reactions.
Without proper
safety measures like
wearing gloves or
protective clothing,
they are at risk of
skin irritation or
more severe
injuries.
2. Massages Ergonomic Hazard - A massage therapist
Improper posture or repeatedly uses
technique leading to improper techniques,
muscle strain or leading to chronic
injury. back pain or carpal
tunnel syndrome.
Over time, without
ergonomic training
or adjustments to
their technique,
they face the risk
of debilitating
injuries that can
affect their ability
to work.
3. Nail Treatments Physical Hazard - A nail technician
Sharp tools like accidentally nicks a
scissors, nail client's skin with a
clippers, or cuticle sharp nail tool,
pushers. causing bleeding and
potential infection.
Without proper
training in handling
tools or maintaining
a sterile
environment, clients
are at risk of
injury and
infection.
4. Desk Physical Hazard - A salon receptionist
Clutter or trips over tangled
electrical cords electrical cords
creating trip near the desk,
hazards. resulting in a fall
and wrist fracture.
Without keeping the
workspace organized
and free of hazards,
staff members are at
risk of workplace
injuries.
5. Beauty Beds Biological Hazard - Improper cleaning
Improper adjustment and disinfection of
or maintenance of beauty beds between
the bed. clients can lead to
the spread of
bacteria or fungi,
increasing the risk
of skin infections.
Without implementing
thorough cleaning
protocols and using
appropriate
disinfectants,
clients are at risk
of contracting
infections during
beauty treatments.
6. Makeup Equipment Biological Hazard - A client experiences
Allergens in makeup an allergic reaction
products. to a makeup product
applied during their
appointment, leading
to skin redness and
swelling. Without
conducting patch
tests or providing
allergy information,
clients are at risk
of adverse reactions
to cosmetics.
7. Salon Stations Physical Hazard - A stylist leaves a
Heat from styling heated curling iron
tools like unattended, causing
hairdryers, curling it to fall onto a
irons. flammable surface
and start a fire.
Without proper
supervision of
styling tools or
adherence to safety
protocols, the salon
is at risk of fire
hazards and
potential property
damage.
8. Trolleys Physical Hazard - A salon assistant
Overloaded trolleys loads too many
leading to products onto a
instability. trolley, causing it
to tip over and
spill chemicals.
Without monitoring
weight limits or
maintaining stable
trolleys, staff
members are at risk
of accidents and
exposure to
hazardous
substances.