Salon chemical handling procedure
SOP template
Check this template against your local regulations and your own policies before you use it.
| SOP no. | Version | Effective date | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owner | Approver | Review date |
Purpose
To protect staff and clients from harm caused by salon chemicals.
Scope
Every chemical used in the salon, from colour and perm solutions to nail products and cleaners.
Responsibilities
| Role | Responsibility |
|---|---|
| All staff | Use chemicals as this procedure and the safety data sheets say. |
| Salon manager | Keeps the chemical register, supplies gloves and reviews incidents. |
What you need
- Safety data sheets for every product
- Nitrile gloves and aprons
- A ventilated mixing area
Procedure
Keep safety data sheets
Keep a current safety data sheet for every chemical, and a register of what is stored.
Store safely
Store chemicals in their original containers, closed, away from heat and out of clients’ reach.
Mix only what you need
Mix colour and treatments in the mixing area, as the maker says, and only enough for the client.
Protect your skin
Wear gloves for mixing, applying, rinsing and cleaning. Dry hands fully and moisturise.
Caution: Report any itching, redness or cracked skin early. Hairdressers are at high risk of dermatitis.
Keep air moving
Use ventilation or extraction, especially for bleach, acrylics and keratin treatments.
Handle spills and first aid
Clean spills as the safety data sheet says. For eye contact, rinse with water at once and get help.
Dispose correctly
Dispose of leftover chemicals and empty containers as the label and local rules say.
Records
- The chemical register and safety data sheets.
- Incident reports for skin problems and exposures.
Related documents
- Consultation and patch test procedure
Revision history
| Version | Date | What changed | Approved by |
|---|---|---|---|
