Health and safety

Which one is the following is the name given to laws or Acts?

• Regulation

• Legislation

• Code of practice

• Workplace policies

Which one of the following does not come under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

• COSHH

• RIDDOR

• The Fire Precaution Act

• The Sale and Supply of Goods Act

Which one of the following is a hazard found in a hairdressing salon that will need to be referred to a senior?

• Slippery surface

• Chemical spillage

• Heavy obstruction

• Trailing wires

Which one of the following is an item of PPE and should be provided by the employer under the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation

• Gowns

• Sterile towels

• Gloves

• Waterproof capes

An autoclave is not commonly used in salons because?

• It creates a lot of moisture

• It does not sterilise effectively

• it sanities work areas but not towels

• It is a large machine and takes up salon space

Small amounts of unused hairdressing chemicals should be disposed of by?

• Wrapping in newspaper and placing in a covered bin

• Place in a yellow bin

• Rinsing into the outside drain

• Rinsing down the sink with plenty of cold water

The most common type of fire fighting equipment seen in salons contains carbon dioxide . This is ideal for use on electrical fires

• True

• False

The dangers of using a carbon dioxide fire extinguishers is that it can cause freeze burns and blisters

• True

• False

The correct procedure on discovery of a fire is to

• Dial 999 and calmly evacuate the salon

• Take the clients that you think are in danger to the assembly point

• Dial 999 and start to use the fire equipment

• Take time to ensure everyone has their personal belongings before evacuating

The employer's responsibility's under the Health and Safety at Work Act is to ensure all staff, clients and visitors are safe

• True

• False