Disposal of waste
All waste should be disposed of in an enclosed pedal operated waste bin fitted with a polystyrene bin liner durable enough to resist tearing. The bin should be regularly disinfected in a well-ventilated area. Hazardous waste must be disposed of following the COSHH procedures and training by the employer.
Clinical Waste
Clinic waste is derived from human tissues this can include blood and tissue fluids. This should be disposed of as recommended by the environmental agency. In accordance to the Waste controlled regulations (1992).
Therapists Professionalism and Code of Ethics
In order to have a long-standing career in beauty therapy it is vital to be professional, make sure you are well presented and have good communication skills and always carry out treatments to a high standard. Beauty therapy has a code of Ethics which is a code of behavior and expected standards for the professional beauty therapist to follow, which will uphold the reputation of the industry and members of the public. Beauty therapy professional bodies produce codes of practice for their members. A business may have its own code of practice, although this is not a legal requirement, this code may be used in criminal proceedings as evidence of improper practice. For further
information http://www.fht.org.uk/code
Working as a Therapist/Therapists Professionalism
In order to have a long-standing career in beauty therapy it is vital to be professional, make sure you are well presented and have good communication skills and always carry out treatments to a high standard.
Therapist Insurance
You must be insured in order to carry out treatments after completion of this course you will receive a diploma certified by professional beauty direct which will allow you to get your insurance with most companies. Professional beauty direct are a good insurance company offering good competitive prices. http://online.professionalbeautydirect.co.uk/
Therapists Presentation
As a therapist it is important to be smartly presented. Some therapists like to wear tunics and trousers. There are many different designs and styles available make sure choose a uniform that is smart and also comfortable. Some good places to look for uniforms are
Amazon
EBAY
http://www.inlinelondon.co.uk
A Therapists Shoes
Your shoes should be flat and comfortable. Make sure your shoes do not squeak as this noise could disturb your clients
Nails and Hands
A therapists nails must be short and unpolished, make sure that you file your nails regularly to ensure you do not scratch your clients. Hands should be smooth and always smelling fresh make sure you wash and cream your hands regularly. Most therapists do have their nails painted you must make sure if you do have your nails painted that the polish is always immaculate and never chipped as this does not look professional.
Hair
Long hair should be tied back preferably in a bun to avoid your hair getting in the way of treatment and for hygiene reasons.
Jewelry
No jewelry should be worn apart from a flat banded wedding ring. I would advise if therapists want to wear a watch, to wear a nurses watch to avoid cross infection and the risk of scratching your client.
Body Odor
Make sure you always smell fresh and wash and spray deodorant regularly also avoid heavily scented perfumes as the smells can be overwhelming for clients.
Make up
Make sure make up is subtle and well applied
Code of Ethics