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BTEC Level 3 in Beauty TherapyAssignment BriefUnit 1 Monitor and Maintain Health and SafetyPractice in the Salon

BTEC Level 3 in Beauty TherapyUnit 1 Monitor and Maintain Health and SafetyPractice in the SalonIn order to ensure that this resource offers high quality support for the associated BTECqualification, it has been through a review process by the awarding body to confirm that itfully covers the teaching and learning content of the specification or part of a specificationat which it is aimed, and demonstrates an appropriate balance between the developmentof subject skills, knowledge and understanding, in addition to preparation for assessment.While the publishers have made every attempt to ensure that advice on the qualificationand its assessment is accurate, the official specification and associated assessmentguidance materials are the only authoritative source of information and should always bereferred to for definitive guidance.BTEC examiners have not contributed to any sections in this resource relevant toexamination papers for which they have responsibility.No material from an endorsed resource will be used verbatim in any assessment set byBTEC/Edexcel.Endorsement of a resource does not mean that the resource is required to achieve thisBTEC qualification, nor does it mean that it is the only suitable material available to supportthe qualification, and any resource lists produced by the awarding body shall include thisand other appropriate resources.

BTEC Level 3 Diploma In Beauty TherapyUnit 1 Monitor and Maintain Health and Safety Practice in the SalonIntroductionHealth and safety practices are of paramount importance in the hair and beautysector, to ensure the safety of clients and staff. This gives learners the knowledge,understanding and skills required to monitor and maintain health and safety practicein the salon.In this unit learners will explore why and how to carry out a risk assessment, including the actions totake following a risk assessment. Learners will also develop the skills needed to monitor and supportthe work of others to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements. In order to do this,learners will study the appropriate health and safety requirements, including the support that shouldbe given to staff.Learners will also study procedures for dealing with different types of security breaches and theneed for insurance. This unit gives learners a solid foundation in health and safety practices in thesalon, which is essential for many of the practical beauty therapy units in these qualifications. It isrecommended that this unit is delivered early in the course.Grading CriteriaP1carry out risk assessments and take necessary actionsP2state the reason for carrying out risk assessmentsP3describe the procedures for carrying out a risk assessmentP4describe when risk assessments should be carried outP5outline necessary actions to take following a risk assessmentP6monitor and support the work of others to ensure compliance with health and safety requirementsP7outline the health and safety support that should be provided to staffP8outline procedures for dealing with different types of security breachesP9explain the need for insuranceM1carry out risk assessments in some detail and take necessary actionsM2explain the reason for carrying out risk assessmentsM3explain actions to take following a risk assessmentM4assess the work of others in terms of being compliant with health and safety requirementsM5assess the health and safety support that is provided to staffM6review the effectiveness of procedures for dealing with different types of security breachesD1carry out comprehensive risk assessments and take necessary actionsD2evaluate a risk assessmentD3recommend improvements in order to comply with health and safety requirements.3Assignment Brief

BTEC Level 3 Diploma In Beauty TherapyUnit 1 Monitor and Maintain Health and Safety Practice in the SalonLearning Outcomes and Criteria Targeted:Learning outcomesGrading criteria coveredLearning outcome 1Be able to carry out a risk assessmentP1, P2, P3, P4, P5, M1, M2, M3, D1, D2Learning outcome 2Be able to monitor health and safety inthe salonP6, P7, P8, P9, M4, M5, M6, D3Assignment 1 TasksGrading criteria coveredTask 1Information leafletP4Task 2FlowchartP3Task 3Speaker notesP2, M2Task 4Formal emailP5, M3Task 5Formal reportP1, M1, D1, D2Assignment 2 TasksTask 6Grading criteria coveredObservation and reportAssignment 3 TasksTask 7P6, M4, D3Grading criteria coveredInformation guide4P7, P8, P9, M5, M6Assignment Brief

BTEC Level 3 Diploma In Beauty TherapyUnit 1 Monitor and Maintain Health and Safety Practice in the SalonUnit Content1 Be able to carry out a risk assessmentRisk assessment: procedures (identification of hazards, assessment of who might be harmed andhow, evaluation of risks, risk rating, decide on precautions, recording of findings and implementationof them, review of assessment and update if necessary); reason for carrying out risk assessments(legal requirement, ensure health and safety of others); when risk assessments should be carried out;actions to take following risk assessment eg ways to reduce risks, report hazards2 Be able to monitor health and safety in the salonHealth and safety requirements: salon requirements; current and relevant legislation eg. Healthand Safety at Work Act 1974, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations2002, The Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at Work Regulations 1992, Management of Healthand Safety at Work Regulations 1999 (2003 amendment), The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare)Regulations 1992, The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992, Electricity at Work Regulations1989, Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) 1995,Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998, Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations1981, Cosmetic Products (Safety) Regulations 2004, Environmental Protection Act 1990, Healthand Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992 (amended 2002), The Controlled WasteRegulations 1992 (as amended in 1993), The Special Waste Regulations 1996 (as amended), HealthAct 2006Health and safety support that should be provided to staff: safe working environment; PPE;safe working equipmentSecurity breaches: types of breach (premises, stock, salon equipment, till, personal belongings,client records); procedures for dealing with different types of security breach eg. stock control, regularstock checks, staff training on security, manning the tillInsurance: need for insurance (compensation in event of loss incurred during work); types ofinsurance (professional indemnity insurance, public liability insurance)5Assignment Brief

BTEC Level 3 Diploma In Beauty TherapyUnit 1 Monitor and Maintain Health and Safety Practice in the SalonAssignment 1 TasksT1Task 1: Information leafletP4describe when risk assessments should be carried outScenario: You are currently working as an apprentice within a local beauty salon which provides hairand nail treatments. As part of your apprenticeship, you are expected to compile an information packon health and safety within the beauty industry, for new and existing employees. The first sectionshould describe when a risk assessment should be completed and this should be done in the formof an information leaflet.Your leaflet should include:(P4) A description of when a risk assessment should be carried out and whyA description of where a risk assessment should be carried out and whyA description of who should carry out the risk assessment and why.T2Task 2: FlowchartP3describe the procedures for carrying out a risk assessmentScenario: The manager of the salon has now asked you to design a notice that can be displayedaround the salon to help raise awareness of risk assessment procedures. To do this, you havedecided to complete a flow chart of what procedures should be taken with a description of whyeach procedure happens.Your flowchart should include:(P3) Different sections representing the different proceduresAn explanation of each procedure.6Assignment Brief

BTEC Level 3 Diploma In Beauty TherapyT3Unit 1 Monitor and Maintain Health and Safety Practice in the SalonTask 3: Speaker notesP2M2state the reason for carrying out risk assessmentsexplain the reason for carrying out risk assessmentsScenario: The manager of the salon would like you to share your knowledge about risk assessmentswith other members of staff. Therefore, she has now asked you to present a short staff developmentpresentation to the other employees within the salon, focussing on the reasons for risk assessments.As part of your planning, you need to produce some speaker notes to ensure you do not forgetanything when making your presentation.Your notes should include:(P2)(M2) At least six reasons for carrying out a risk assessmentAn explanation of why each reason is important.T4Task 4: Formal emailP5M3outline necessary actions to take following a risk assessmentexplain actions to take following a risk assessmentScenario: Based on the feedback from your colleagues regarding your presentation, the salonmanager has now asked that as a follow up to the presentation, you complete a formal email detailingwhat should be done following a risk assessment. This email will be sent to all other members of staffwithin the salon. The email should be very detailed and well structured to avoid any confusion withinthe workplace.Your notes should include:(P5) (M3) An outline of the three key areas of actions to take following a risk assessment,detailing what each area is and what it includesA thorough explanation of each key area, with lots of detail including how each oneshould be completed and why, when each one should be completed and why, whoshould complete each one and why, and a description of the methods used to do this.7Assignment Brief

BTEC Level 3 Diploma In Beauty TherapyT5Unit 1 Monitor and Maintain Health and Safety Practice in the SalonTask 5: Formal reportP1M1D1D2carry out risk assessments and take necessary actionscarry out risk assessments in some detail and take necessary actionscarry out comprehensive risk assessments and take necessary actionsevaluate a risk assessmentScenario: The salon manager has been really impressed with your involvement in all of the projectsso far and feels that in order for you to gain a full understanding of the importance of riskassessments in the beauty industry, you should carry out a risk assessment yourself in a real lifesalon. You should complete a formal report detailing the risk assessment, including findings, actionsand an evaluation.This should be completed in the same level of detail as your previous tasks and you should asksomeone to observe you as you carry out the risk assessment. This person can then complete awitness statement which you can include at the end of your report. The witness statement shouldinclude the name, address, contact details and signature of the witness as well as the salon detailsand the date the assessment was carried out.Your report should include:(P1)(M1)(D1) (D2) Details of the salon used within the risk assessment including name, address, contactdetails and the date the assessment was carried outYour findings from the risk assessment including an explanation of any hazards andrisks identified, details of the people who are at risk, a description of the measures andprecautions to limit or eliminate the risks, and actions to be takenA key of results from the assessment showing the severity of each hazard identified, thelikelihood of the hazards causing harm and a risk rating for each oneA detailed evaluation which analyses the success of the risk assessment and makesrecommendations for any future risk assessments.8Assignment Brief