Nail Care Services Safety Precautions and Sanitation Procedures

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND SANITATION PROCEDURES

Safety precautions to be observed in giving nail services

1. Keep all containers covered and labeled.

2. Hold or move containers with dry hands.

3. Handle sharp-pointed implements carefully and avoid dropping them.

4. Dull over sharpened cutting edges of sharp implements with an emery board.

5. Bevel a sharp nail edge with an emery board.

6. Do not file too deeply into nail corners.

7. Do not use a sharp, pointed implement to cleanse under the nail.

8. Apply an antiseptic immediately if the skin is accidentally cut.

9. Avoid pushing the cuticle back too far.

10. Do not work on a nail when the surrounding skin is inflamed or is infected.

Sanitary rules to be observed in giving nail services

1. Manicuring implements must be cleaned and disinfected after each use.

2. Place used materials (tissues, cotton, emery board, etc.) into closed containers or plastic bag attached to manicuring table.

3. Wipe manicuring table with disinfectant; put everything in order.

4. Clean the tops of nail polish bottles with polish remover.

5. Inspect the manicuring table drawer for cleanliness and order.

6. Wash and dry your hands.

Tips and Warnings

Always follow the safety precautions and sanitary rules at all times to prevent the spread of contagious and infectious diseases which can also be acquired by using unclean implements.

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