Haircutting Safety Rules

Before Haircutting

• Sanitize all your tools and equipment before and after every cut

• Cover your client with protective clothing while you are cutting; Gown, Cape, Cutting collar(sanex)

• Check client’s hair and scalp for cuts, abrasions and infestations before shampooing

During Haircut

• Keep the clients face free from hair clippings
• Never cut beyond your safety zone of your fingers
• If you drop a comb or pair of scissors on the floor, clean the
  and sanitize – or – get a new pair before you continue cutting
• Ensure your own posture and position while working. It helps minimize fatigue and risk of injury

After Haircut

• Make sure all hair is swept up immediately after you have finished the cut and, preferably, before you start blow-drying