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Quarter 2 - Module 4:
Wellness Massage

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TLE – Wellness Massage Grade10
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Quarter 2 – Module 4: Emphasis on Standards of Policies and Procedures First
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 What I Need to Know

Congratulations! This manual is one part of a Learning Kit, which is a resource

provided to learners, in TLE grade 10 Home Economics - Wellness Massage.

This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help you master
the lesson and skills in Wellness Massage. The lessons are arranged to follow the standard
sequence of the course.
The module is about:
Emphasis on Standards of Policies and Procedures
After going through this module, you are expected to:
1. Familiarize the standards, policies, and procedures to ensure the protection and
wellbeing of each client;
2. Identify the Therapist's Role in Maintaining Health and Safety in their Place of
Work;
3. Conduct an interview with a local hilot/massage therapist;
4. Create a word cloud for a better understanding of the Therapist's Role in Maintaining
Health and Safety in their Place of Work.

What I Know

Multiple Choice:
Directions: Read the statement carefully. Choose the letter that best describes the statement.
Write your answer in your answer sheet.

1. All health care practitioners must follow all public health and safety regulations to ensure
the protection and well-being of each patient. The underlined phrase refers to,

A. Make-up Artist B. Client C. Massage Therapist D. Hair Stylist

2. This Act states that employers/managers have a legal duty to ensure, so far as is
reasonably practicable, the health, safety, and welfare of all persons at work.

A. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

B. Republic Act of 8243
C. TRADITIONAL & ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE ACT OF 1997
D. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Act 2002

3. An act is creating the Philippine Institute of Traditional and Alternative Health Care
(PITAHC) to accelerate the development of traditional and alternative health care in the
Philippines, providing for a Traditional and Alternative Health Care Development Fund and
other purposes.

A. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

B. Republic Act of 8243
C. TRADITIONAL & ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE ACT OF 1997
D. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Act 2002
4. Which section of Republic Act 8243 in which the following purpose is stated: "To develop and
coordinate skills training courses for various forms of traditional and alternative health care
modalities."

A. Section 3d B. Section 3c C. Section 3b D. Section 3a

5. The following are the Therapist's Role in Maintaining Health and Safety in their Place of
Work, except for…

A. Adopt high professional standards of dress and appearance.

B. Keep a record of the client and report any problems that you have identified and cured.
C. Report faulty equipment to the person responsible for dealing with these issues.
D. Ignore any hazard or risk; corrective actions shall be taken by an appointed person.

6. Plug the machine into a near and accessible identified socket so that,

A. It is easy for you to just reach out if you want to unplug it.
B. It will lessen your time from walking from time to time if you want to unplug it
C. You can sleep anytime you want and confident that it is safe D. it can be switched off or
disconnected easily in an emergency.

7. Follow the correct procedures when using electrical equipment,

A. to avoid an accident
B. to show your expertise
C. to boost your capacity to operate the equipment
D. to play safely

8. Ensure that people using electrical equipment are trained and competent so that

A. They can easily be hired abroad

B. They can operate the equipment without reading the procedure
C. They can keep everyone safe while using the equipment
D. They can prove that they are trained

9. Training and supervision of all staff will

A. Inform them of the rules and regulations for using, storing, and transporting or disposing
of hazardous substances.
B. Ensure that all employees understand the risks from all the hazardous substances they
have to deal with.
C. They can be easily accepted in their field of training to other salons.
D. Keep your salon clean and orderly.

10. Prepare procedures to deal with accidents, incidents, and emergencies. Immediate steps
must be taken to minimize the harmful effects and damage. These procedures should be clearly
written and place

A. inside the cabinet

B. in a prominent and accessible place
C. at the back door
D. on the table
 Lesson Emphasis on Standards of Policies and
4 Procedures

Health and Safety Procedures in Wellness Massage

All health care practitioners must follow all public health and safety regulations to ensure
the protection and well-being of each patient. Massage therapists are no exception. Client
welfare is the foundation of ethical and professional practice for the massage practitioner.
Creating and defending a secure environment for our clients to receive treatment ultimately
is based on the practitioners' routines in the clinic, office, or spa. These healthy habits prevent
accidents from taking place.

What's In

Review these guidelines to guarantee the safety of your clients:

Adhere to a schedule for the cleaning and maintenance of your office, materials, and
supplies
Consistently wash hands thoroughly between clients and before resuming treatment.
Wash all linens in soap and hot water. Store and transport them in a sanitary manner.
Always thoroughly sterilize table, headrest, equipment, and other tools between clients.
Know all local ordinances and health department regulations regarding the type of
clinic you operate or work.

General maintenance and cleaning schedules must be adhered to in the treatment room,
bathroom, and all waiting and admittance areas. The bathroom must be easily accessible and
consistently stocked. Hand washing is the simplest, most effective way to prevent
transmission of any diseases. Before resuming patient care, hands should be washed after
using the toilet and after touching eyes, nose, ears, or mouth. Keep fingernails neatly trimmed
and remove all jewelry. Always apply soap to wet hands, wash for 10 to 15 seconds, scrubbing
webs, palms, and fingertips, from the wrists to the elbows.

Moreover, avoid reusing any towel or sheet that has come into contact with a client. Linens
must be washed in hot water and appropriately stored in a labeled cabinet with closed doors.
All dirty linens must be put into a separate linen basket for washing. A consistent order in
sanitation procedures before admitting your next client will prevent accidents from occurring.
Avoid cross-contamination during treatment by always using a new or sterilized applicator
wand for all applications of lotion and creams.

A major preventative action we can take to protect any transfer of disease is the sterilization
of all table surfaces, especially the headrest. The table and headrest should be wiped down
with a germicidal wash, as should any tool or lotion bottle. There should be sufficient and
reasonable space for clients to change and to get on and off the table safely. Always make
sure the table, chairs, and other equipment are in good condition. This includes all emergency
and safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers and clearly marked exits.

Additionally, check out the neighborhood in which you are planning to open your office for
good lighting and adequate space for all treatment procedures. The location of a therapeutic
office should be in a pleasant area where clients can feel free from harm. Make sure the
parking lot is accessible and well-lit so that clients can get in and out safely.
 Furthermore, local ordinances and health department regulations regarding the type of clinic
you operate can be attained through the city and should be referenced. Know how to
accommodate elderly and disabled persons. They may require your assistance getting on and
off the table, as well as special accessibility to the restroom. Be aware of emergency
procedures for your building, including how to use the nearest fire extinguisher.

Overall, the way your clinic runs and looks is proof of your concern for your clients and
ultimately leaves a lasting impression on each person you treat. A first impression cannot be
repeated. Maintain all health and safety guidelines taught in training and incorporate them
with state and local laws to keep your clients safe.

What's New

1. RELEVANT LAWS, WORKPLACE POLICIES and PROCEDURES

Health and safety are about preventing any person from sustaining an injury, being
harmed in any way, or becoming ill at work. It involves following correct, safe procedures and
taking every possible precaution to protect everyone in the workplace. Health and safety laws
and regulations apply to everyone, whether they are employers, managers, employees,
selfemployed, full- or part-time, paid, or unpaid workers. Health and safety issues refer to
hazards and risks in the workplace and how to eliminate them.

1.1. Republic Act 8423 TRADITIONAL & ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE ACT OF 1997
An act creating the Philippine Institute of Traditional and Alternative Health Care
(PITAHC) to accelerate the development of traditional and alternative health care in the
Philippines, providing for a Traditional and Alternative Health Care Development Fund and
other purposes

Section 3b: To promote and advocate the use of traditional, alternative, preventive,
and curative health care modalities that have been proven safe, effective, costeffective,
and consistent with government standards on medical practice.

Section 3c: To develop and coordinate skills training courses for various forms of
traditional and alternative health care modalities.

1.2. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

This is the main legislation covering health and safety in the workplace; other safety
regulations and codes of practice come under this main Act. This Act states that
employers/managers have a legal duty to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the
health, safety, and welfare of all persons at work, i.e., all employees and other persons on the
premises, such as contractors and clients.

The Health and Safety Executive provides information and publications on all aspects
of health and safety regulations, implementing directives from the European Commission that
used to be known as the six-packs. These cover a wide range of health, safety, and welfare
issues.

Those relevant to the therapist are dealt with in this text. The Act of 1974 and the new
regulations mean that employers must, by law, provide a safe working environment for all
members of the workforce, including those with disabilities and other persons using their
premises.
2. SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS WHEN DEALING WITH HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES &
WHEN USING ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

2.1. Safety Considerations When Dealing with Hazardous Substances

The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Act 2002 (COSHH) requires employers
to control exposure to hazardous substances to prevent ill health. It protects everyone in the
workplace from exposure to hazardous substances.

Hazardous substances found in the salon include:

 cleaning agents
 disinfectants
 massage products
 powders or dust
 microorganisms  parasites  ozone.

Hazardous substances can enter the body via many routes, for example:
 broken or damaged skin
 eyes and ears
 nose and mouth
 hair follicles.
Substances hazardous to health may cause the following:
 skin burn
 skin allergic reaction such as dermatitis
 skin irritation
 irritation of nasal passages and lungs or allergies to products, especially fine
 powder or dust, resulting in the development of asthma
 breathing difficulties
 nausea and vomiting if swallowed  eye damage.

COSHH requires the following to control exposure to hazardous substances to prevent

ill health. (it goes with the acronym ADCEPTE for easy familiarization)

Assess the risk of exposure to hazardous substances to anyone using your workplace.
You will need to examine all the substances stored and used in your salon and
identify the ones that could cause damage or injury.

Decide what precautions need to be taken. Check the manufacturers' advice on use,
storage, and disposal. Read the label carefully. Consider whether the
substance can enter the body or damage any part of the body. Take action to
protect employees and others. Consider the use of gloves, masks, and other
protective clothing. Ensure that your control systems are in place and
effective.

Control or reduce exposure to hazardous substances. Consider the use of other, safer
products. Store all products safely and label them clearly to reduce any error
in handling. Wear gloves when handling cleaning agents. Take care when
handling and using fine powders such as talc; avoid releasing the fine particles
into the air and avoid inhaling any powders; also protect your client.

Ensure that control measures are in place and regularly monitored for effectiveness.
Keep records of all control measures and any tests or problems arising. These
records should be kept for at least five years.

Prepare procedures to deal with accidents, incidents, and emergencies. Immediate

steps must be taken to minimize the harmful effects and damage. These
 procedures should be clearly written and placed in a prominent and accessible
place.

Train and supervise all staff. Ensure that all employees understand the risks from all
the hazardous substances they have to deal with. Inform them of the rules
and regulations for using, storing, and transporting or disposing of harmful
substances.

Ensure that all employees understand the importance of reporting any problems or
shortcomings when dealing with hazardous substances.

The following are precautions and responsibilities when dealing with hazardous
substances.

Consider any hazardous substances in your workplace. For the therapist, these will
include any fine powders such as face powder or talcum powder, oils, creams or lotions,
cleaning agents, sterilizing agents, microorganisms, blood.
Read the labels and manufacturers' instructions on all the products that you use.
Manufacturers are required by law to state the dangers and issue guidelines on storage,
use, and disposal.
Ensure that products are clearly labeled and stored correctly and safely.
Ensure that the highest standards of hygiene are implemented to prevent cross-infection.
Avoid blood contamination. Cover any broken skin with plaster and wear gloves.
Ensure the safe disposal of "sharps" into a "sharps box" and dispose of in accordance with
the correct procedure.

2.2. Safety Considerations When Using Electrical Equipment

The following are precautions and responsibilities when using electrical equipment.
Annual testing of electrical equipment is required by law.
Ensure that people using electrical equipment are trained and competent to do so.
Follow the correct procedures when using electrical equipment.
Purchase equipment from a reputable dealer who will provide aftersales service.
Ensure that all equipment is regularly maintained and in a safe condition for use.
Examine leads and cables regularly to ensure that they are without splits or breaks that
may expose bare wires.
Use proper connectors to join wire and flexes; do not use insulating tape.
Examine all connections making sure that they are secure.
Ensure that the cable is firmly clamped into the plug to make certain that the wires,
particularly the earth wire, cannot be pulled out of the terminal.
Do not overload the circuit by using multiple adaptors. If you find others overloading the
circuit, explain to them that this is a dangerous practice.
Plug the machine into a near and accessible identified socket so that it can be switched off
or disconnected easily in an emergency.
Keep electrical equipment away from water; do not touch any electrical part with wet
hands.
Ensure that flexes and cables do not trail over the working area: fix them along the wall.
Examine all equipment regularly, especially portable machines, as they are subjected to
wear and tear.
Remove faulty equipment from the working area and label clearly "FAULTY DO NOT USE"
and inform others that it is faulty.
Keep a dated record of when checks were carried out, including all findings and
maintenance.
 What is It
The Therapist's Role in Maintaining Health and Safety in their Place of Work

The employer/manager is responsible for the management and control of health,

safety, and welfare issues, which will ensure a safe environment for all persons working in or
attending the salon/clinic. However, all therapists at work also have a duty under the Act.
Employees are required to:

Take reasonable care to avoid harm to them or to others by their behavior or working
practices cooperate with and help employers/managers to meet the statutory
requirements refrain from misusing or interfering with anything provided to protect
the health, safety, and welfare of all persons as required by the Act.
To comply with these requirements, you must: not put yourself or others at risk by
your actions abide by salon rules and regulations know who is responsible for what
in the salon and to whom you should report problems always adopt good working
practices and follow correct procedures.
Be alert to any hazard that may pose a risk to you or to others and promptly take the
appropriate action to minimize or eliminate the risk.
If you are unable to, or unsure of how to deal quickly with a hazard, then you must
report the situation to someone else immediately. Seek advice from a supervisor or
someone qualified to deal with the situation.
Be competent in selecting appropriate treatments and in administering them
correctly and safely to the clients.
Follow the correct technique for all treatments, understand the effects, and be alert
to contra-indications and contra-actions.
Adopt high professional standards of dress and appearance.
Maintain the highest standards of personal and salon hygiene.
Report faulty equipment to the person responsible for dealing with these issues.
Do not ignore any hazard or risk; make sure that corrective action is taken.
Keep a record of the client and report any problems that you have identified and
cured.
Inform your supervisor and colleagues and be prepared to discuss issues of health
and safety with all other workers, as shared knowledge makes for a safer working
environment.

What's More

CROSSWORD PUZZLE
Directions: Fill in the correct puzzle with the words missing from the sentences below. Match
the number of the sentences to the box placed vertically and horizontally. If filled out correctly, the
words will fit neatly into the puzzle.
HORIZONTAL
1 ___________ is a hazardous substance found in salons.
4 Hazardous substances can enter the body via hair ___________.
7 COSHH requires to train and ___________ all staff to ensure that all employees
understand the risk of all hazardous substances they deal with.
8 One of the precautions and responsibilities when dealing with hazardous substances
are to ensure that products are clearly ___________ and stored
correctly and safely.
10 Aside from hazardous substance, there are also precautions and responsibilities when
dealing with electrical equipment is to use proper connectors to join wire and flexes
and not to use ___________ tape.
VERTICAL
Hazardous substances can enter the body via hair ___________.
2 Aside from the above mentioned, Hazardous substances can also enter the body via
damaged ___________.
5, 6 COSHH also requires to ____(5)_____ what precautions need to be taken to
Control exposure to hazardous substances to ____(6) _____ ill health.
9 Another precautions and responsibilities when dealing with electrical equipment is
annual ___________ of electrical equipment, that is required by law.

What I Have Learned

Directions: Read and answer the following questions. Use a separate sheet for your answers.

1. What is the purpose of the Republic Act 8423 or the TRADITIONAL & ALTERNATIVE
MEDICINE ACT OF 1997?
2. What is Health and Safety at Work Act 1974?
3. What are the different hazardous substances found in salons?
4. What are the different routes in the body which hazardous substance can enter?
5. What are the various health problems that hazardous substances can cause?
6. Identify at least 5 precautions and responsibilities when using electrical equipment.
7. Identify at least five precautions and responsibilities when using hazardous
substances.

8. Identify at least 5 Therapist's Role in Maintaining Health and Safety in their Place of
Work.
 What I Can Do
INTERVIEW
NOTE: Strictly adhere to COVID-19 Health Protocols. Attach a copy and keep one copy
for yourself of all the information on this interview.

Directions: Using a clean sheet of paper, copy the table below. That now becomes a form,
use it for interviewing at least two (2) massage therapist of nearby salons (if leaving away
from the city or town proper, two (2) known "hilot" in your neighborhood can be
alternatives), write their responses legibly. After the interview, you answer the "linking
questions" with the aid of the knowledge you have acquired in this module. Write the
questions and your answer on a separate clean sheet of paper.

INTERVIEWEE NO.1 INTERVIEWEE NO.2

GUIDE QUESTIONS FOR THE INTERVIEWEE _____________________ _____________________
NAME (optional) NAME (optional)
Name substances that you use as a massage
therapist/hilot in your work?
What do you think can be Hazardous substances
found in your salon/you are using as hilot?

What part of the body do you think these

hazardous substances can enter?
Do you think the entry of hazardous substances
in one's body can be avoided? If yes, what best
practice do you do in for it to be avoided? If no,
how do you deal with clients experiencing
adverse effects?
Do you have education/training/seminar about
any of the following:
(read the options to your interviewee, choose as
many if it is applicable, write only the letter on
the space provided)
a.) Relevant laws about health and safety.
b.) Workplace policies and procedures about
health and safety in preventing any
person sustaining an injury, being
harmed in any way, or becoming ill at
work.
c.) Safety considerations when dealing with
hazardous substances
d.) Safety considerations when dealing with
when using electrical equipment
e.) Therapist's/Hilot's Role in
Maintaining Health and Safety in their Place
of Work

LINKING QUESTIONS:
1. Base on the answers of the interviewees, are they fully aware of their
responsibilities/roles in maintaining health and safety in their place of work? If
yes? How do you say so? If no, justify your answer.

2. Do you think they still need to be educated/trained about relevant laws,

workplace policies, safety considerations?
If yes? How do you say so? If no, justify your answer.
 Assessment
TRUE OR FALSE

Directions: Write True if the statement is correct and False if the statement is incorrect.

____________1. All health care practitioners must follow all public health and safety
regulations to ensure the protection and well-being of each patient.
____________2. Health and safety are about preventing any person from sustaining an injury,
being harmed in any way, or becoming ill at work. It involves following correct, safe
procedures and taking every possible precaution to protect everyone in the workplace.
____________3. Republic Act 8243 is an act creating the Philippine Institute of Traditional and
Alternative Health Care (PITAHC) to accelerate the development of traditional and alternative
health care in the Philippines, providing for a Traditional and Alternative Health Care
Development Fund and other purposes.
____________4. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 is an act that states that
employers/managers have a legal duty to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the
health, safety, and welfare of all persons at work,
____________5. The TRADITIONAL & ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE ACT OF 1997 requires
employers to control exposure to hazardous substances to prevent ill health. It protects
everyone in the workplace from exposure to hazardous substances.
____________6. Control or reduce exposure to hazardous substances. Consider the use of
other, safer products.
____________7. Ensure the safe disposal of "sharps" into a trash bin and dispose of following
the procedure.
____________8. Plug the machine into a near and accessible identified socket so that it can be
easily taken off or disconnected without making the extra effort of moving from one place to
another.
____________9. If you are unable to, or unsure of how to deal quickly with a hazard, then you
must report the situation to someone else immediately. Seek advice from a supervisor or
someone qualified to deal with the situation.
___________10. It will be only the employer/manager who is responsible for the management
and control of health, safety, and welfare issues, which will ensure a safe environment for all
persons working in or attending the salon/clinic.

Additional Activities
Manual Word Cloud Rubric

Create a manual word cloud that demonstrates your understanding of "Emphasis on

Standards of Policies and Procedures."

Objective: The learner will display their ability to apply understanding about the module's
topic within a manually created word cloud with at least 85% accuracy according to the rubric
provided.

Directions: Your word cloud must follow these directions and contain the following elements:
1. Use any available size of clean bond paper.
2. Word Cloud topic is included, and it is evident from the size (it should be the largest
word).
3. Minimum of 15 words identifying common vocabulary relevant to the topic. 4. Word
cloud is neat and organized

Refer to the rubric below for criteria expectations.

 CATEGORY 4-Exceptional 3-Appropriate 2-Adequate 1-Minimal Score

All required All required 6-9 words are Five words or

elements are elements are displayed in less are
Required the cloud.
displayed as well displayed in displayed in
Elements
as additional the word cloud. the cloud.
information.
Word Word choice Word choice Word choice Word choice
Choice/ demonstrates demonstrates a demonstrates demonstrates
Language exceptional good working reasonable little knowledge
knowledge of the knowledge of the knowledge of of the topic. No
topic. All words are topic. Most the topic. words are
directly relevant to words are Some words relevant to the
the topic. directly relevant are relevant to topic.
to the topic. the topic.

The font type, The font type, The font type, There seems to
color scheme, and color scheme, color scheme, be no intention
size visually and size visually and size with identifying
identify levels of identify levels of somewhat levels of
importance for importance for identify levels of importance of
Appearance importance of key concepts.
key concepts and key concepts.
subgroups. The The submission key concepts. Font type, color
submission is is neat. scheme, and/or
neat. size are
inappropriate.
The word cloud is Student's effort Student's effort No creative
eye-catching and and imagination and imagination effort is
interesting to look are visible. The are visible. presented in the
at. Student's effort word cloud is The word cloud word cloud.
Effort/ and imagination somewhat is
Creativity are clearly visible. creative and indicative of a
The word cloud is aesthetically common word
exceptionally pleasing. cloud.
creative.

There are no There are 1 There are 2 There are 3 or

Mechanics spelling mistakes spelling mistakes spelling more spelling
mistakes mistakes

Total Points ___/20

Total
___%
Percentage
Examples that might help you!
(The word cloud used here are not related to the lesson, this will just serve as a guide)

TOPIC: (sample picture at the right)

 Answer Key

WHAT I HAVE LEARNED continued…

7. (answers may vary from any of the following)

a. Annual testing of electrical equipment is required by law.
b. Ensure that people using electrical equipment are trained and competent to do so.
c. Follow the correct procedures when using electrical equipment.
d. Purchase equipment from a reputable dealer who will provide an aftersales service.
e. Ensure that all equipment is regularly maintained and in a safe condition for use.
f. Examine leads and cables regularly to ensure that they are without splits or breaks that
may expose bare wires.
g. Use proper connectors to join wire and flexes; do not use insulating tape.
h. Examine all connections making sure that they are secure.
i. Ensure that the cable is firmly clamped into the plug to make certain that the wires,
particularly the earth wire, cannot be pulled out of the terminal.
j. Do not overload the circuit by using multiple adaptors. If you find others overloading the

circuit, explain to them that this is dangerous practice.

k. Plug the machine into a near and accessible identified socket so that it can be switched off
or disconnected easily in an emergency.
l. Keep electrical equipment away from water; do not touch any electrical part with wet
hands.
m. Ensure that flexes and cables do not trail over the working area: fix them along the wall.
n. Examine all equipment regularly, especially portable machines, as they are subjected to
wear and tear.
o. Remove faulty equipment from the working area and label clearly “FAULTY DO NOT USE”
and inform others that it is faulty.
p. Keep a dated record of when checks were carried out, including all findings and
maintenance.

8. (answers may vary from any of the following)

a. Take reasonable care to avoid harm to them or to others by their behaviour or working
practices cooperate with and help employers/managers to meet the statutory
requirements refrain from misusing or interfering with anything provided to protect the
health, safety and
welfare of all persons as required by the Act.
b. To comply with these requirements, you must: not put yourself or others at risk by your
actions abide by salon rules and regulations know who is responsible for what in the
salon and to whom you should report problems always adopt good working practices and
follow
correct procedures.
c. Be alert to any hazard that may pose a risk to you or to others and promptly take the

appropriate action to minimize or eliminate the risk.

d. If you are unable to, or unsure of how to deal quickly with a hazard, then you must report
the situation to someone else immediately. Seek advice from a supervisor or someone
qualified to deal with the situation.
e. Be competent in selecting appropriate treatments and in administering them correctly
and safely to the clients.
f. Follow the correct technique for all treatments, understand the effects, and be alert to
contra-indications and contra-actions.
g. Adopt high professional standards of dress and appearance.
h. Maintain the highest standards of personal and salon hygiene.
i. Report faulty equipment to the person responsible for dealing with these issues.
j. Do not ignore any hazard or risk; make sure that corrective action is taken.
k. Keep a record of client and report any problems that you have identified and cured.
l. Inform your supervisor and colleagues and be prepared to discuss issues of health and
safety with all other workers, as shared knowledge makes for a safer working environment.
References
K to 12 Basic Education Program TECHNOLOGY AND
LIVELIHOOD EDUCATION - HOME ECONOMICS -Wellness Massage, LEARNER'S
MATERIAL, GRADE 10.

Chegg Study. (n.d.). Question: Chapter 8, Worksheet 3 Crossword Puzzle. Retrieved

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