Hairdressing Health and Safety Quiz

What should you do if you see a spill on the salon floor?

• Ignore it and continue working

• Clean it up immediately to prevent accidents

• Wait for someone else to clean it

Why is it important to wash your hands before and after each client?

• To keep your hands soft

• To prevent the spread of germs and infections

• To make your hands smell nice

What should you do if you accidentally cut yourself while cutting hair?

• Keep working and ignore it

• Stop, clean the wound, and cover it with a plaster

• Ask the client to help you

Which of the following is a common work-related injury in hairdressing?

• Sunburn

• Back pain from poor posture

• Frostbite

What is the purpose of a health and safety risk assessment in the salon?

• To make the salon look more professional

• To identify and reduce potential hazards

• To impress clients

What should you do if a client has an allergic reaction to a product?

• Ignore it and continue the service

• Stop the service and seek medical help if necessary

• Offer them a discount

Why is it important to report incidents or concerns to a responsible person?

• To get a reward

• To ensure the safety of everyone in the salon

• To avoid doing extra work

What is one way to prevent dermatitis in hairdressing?

• Use gloves when handling chemicals

• Wash your hands with hot water only

• Avoid using any products

What should you do if you notice a broken electrical appliance in the salon?

• Use it carefully

• Report it and stop using it immediately

• Try to fix it yourself

How can you maintain a safe working environment in the salon?

• By keeping the salon clean and tidy

• By ignoring safety rules

• By working as fast as possible