CO401 Health, Safety and Hygiene for Aesthetic Procedures Assignment Brief 2026

When awarded credit for this unit, a learner will:

Assessment of this learning outcome will require a learner to demonstrate that they can:

1.2 Design and implement, a risk assessment before the procedure

1.3 Demonstrate preparation of the work area using; legal and regulation requirements, salon/clinic policies and procedures to make sure infection control and prevention is in place

1.4 Prepare and protect both practitioner and client(s) within the salon for the procedure in line with legal and salon/clinic policies

2.2 Demonstrate the selection and use of equipment, materials, and products for the planned procedure, for clients and work area, in line with legal, manufacturer’s instructions and industry standards

2.3 Demonstrate tests to make sure of the client’s fitness for the procedure when required

4.2 Explain the rules and conditions set by the local council for registering or licensing both practitioner and salon/clinic

4.3 Justify the preparation of the work area using; legal and regulation requirements, salon/clinic policies and procedures, to make sure infection control and prevention is in place

4.4 Explain the risks of contamination within a salon/clinic, what can cause it, and chemical methods used to prevent it

4.5 Explain the chemical composition, pH and ingredients relating to skin sterilisers used in the workplace, how they work, and the effects of continuous use over time on the skin.

4.6 Consider the legal requirements of carrying out tests, their purpose, when and how they should be used

5.2 Evaluate the how personal wellbeing can affect a practitioner’s ability to carry out the procedure

5.3 Describe the duties for reporting suspected malpractice

5.4 Explain how and when to seek advice and support when needed

5.5 Describe how to deal with accidental contact with clinical waste

5.6 Explain the auditing systems in place that all staff must work towards, for the salons working practices and procedures

5.7 Justify the importance of following salon policies for consultation, services/treatments, and assessments

5.8 Describe the salon policies and legal requirements for the client’s protection, preparation, dignity, and privacy during the procedure

5.9 Justify the safe working practices and positioning techniques, for clients and staff, that can stop work related injury and ill health

5.10 Explain why it is important that the fixtures, fittings, and layout of the salon follows legal requirements

5.11 Justify the procedures the salon has in place, to deal with hazards and risks regarding; the salon, equipment, materials, and products

5.12 Justify the environmental and sustainable working practices used within a salon/clinic

5.13 Explain the insurance requirements that must be in place to cover services/treatments and the salon/clinic

5.14 Justify salon policies, manufacturers’ instructions, and legal responsibilities for the use, storage, handling, disposal, and record keeping for products, materials, and equipment

5.15 Explain why practitioners must use products and equipment, which are legally fit for use

6.2 Explain the legal requirements for the disposal of waste