Young Worker Safety and Health Training for the Cosmetology Industry

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Young Worker Safety and Health Training for the
Cosmetology Industry

• Training Module 5

This material was produced under grant number
SH-22227-11 from the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor.
It does not necessarily reflect the views or
policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor
does mention of trade names, commercial products,
or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S.
Government.
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Acknowledgement of Sources
http//www.cdc.gov/niosh/talkingsafety/
Introduction to OSHA
http//www.osha.gov/dte/outreach/construction_gene
ralindustry/teachingaids.html
Work Safe, Work Smart Health and Safety
Awareness for Working Teens curriculum.
University of Washington Dept. of Environmental
and Occupational Health Sciences. Washington
State Dept. of Labor and Industries. OSHAs 11
An OSHA 10 Hour General Industry Curriculum
University of Washington Dept. of Environmental
and Occupational Health Sciences. Washington
State Dept. of Labor and Industries.
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Course Agenda

• Introduction
• Bloodborne Pathogens and Infection Control
• Chemical Safety
• Hazard Communication
• Respiratory Protection
• Ergonomics

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Tying it All Together

• The Puzzle piece represents an activity that
  participants can do individually or as a group
• The Movie reel represents ways to integrate media
  into training
• The Microphone represents ways to encourage
  participation

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Did You Know?

• 20 hairdressers have to leave their profession
  due to health problems such as allergies and
  dermatitis (a skin condition)
• 30 of the nearly 3,000 chemicals used in
  cosmetology are classified by the US government
  as toxic substances

Source New York Times Magazine 7 March 1993
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Beauty Comes at a Price.

• Exposure to hazardous chemicals
• Risk of infection
• Repetitive motion injuries
• Burns/cuts/scratches
• Noise
• Stress

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Chemical Safety and Hazard Communication

• Information Provided under OSHA Susan Harwood
  Capacity Building Grant SH-20848SHO

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Working with Chemicals

• Skin and respiratory disorders may develop from
  working with allergenic or irritating materials
• Examples include
• Absorption of chemicals through the skin from
  handling products.
• Inhalation of chemicals and dusts examples
  include spraying aerosol products, working with
  powder products, or shaping/filing acrylic nails.
  
• Ingestion of chemicals when holding clips, combs,
  or other tools in the mouth when working.

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Tips for Working with Chemicals

• Always read the MSDS sheets for the chemicals and
  products used
• Choose protective gloves that are appropriate for
  the chemical exposures
• Wash hands with soap and water after removing
  gloves or handling products
• Wear eye protection when mixing chemicals
• Do NOT mix chemicals or products unless
  manufacturer directions specify
• Always keep containers closed when not in use

REMEMBER Dilutions of cleaning and sanitation
products should be made fresh daily (or as
specified by the manufacturer).
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Hazard Communication

• Whats Required
• Site specific written program
• Chemical inventory
• MSDSs
• Labeling
• Non-routine tasks
• Contractors
• Training

• Whos Covered
• Chemical manufacturers
• Importers and distributors
• Employers that use chemicals
• use means to package, handle, react, or
  transfer.
• What about contractors?
• Are you leasing or renting a station?

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Labeling

• Equipment Needing Labeling
• Spray bottles
• Instrument disinfecting trays and containers

• Manufacturer's Containers
• Chemical identity
• Hazard warnings
• Name, phone/address
• In-Facility Containers
• Chemical identity
• Hazard warnings

Image Example of a labeling system used to
identify hazardous properties of chemicals.
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Training and Material Safety Data Sheets

• Must Cover
• The Standard
• Locations of MSDS and Program
• Contents of the Written Program
• Labeling System
• Hazards of Chemicals
• Protection Measures
• Detecting Releases
• Document This Training

• One for each hazardous chemical
• Available to employees at all times
• Include the most current information
• Review MSDSs
• Archive MSDSs that are no longer in use
• Keep for 30 years

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Breaking News- Case Study Exercise

• Read News Release Article, MSDS, and Hazard Alert
• Discussion Points
• What have OSHAs investigations found?
• What is formaldehyde and how can it affect my
  health?
• What other names are used for formaldehyde?
• How would I know if the product Im using could
  expose me to formaldehyde?
• What should salons do to protect their workers?

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Prevention Strategies

• Examples
• Install a ventilation system to remove vapors
  from nail polish and removers
• Substitute products with safer chemicals

• Examples
• Train employees on proper chemical mixing
  technique
• Provide MSDSs for all chemicals and products

• Example
• Disposable gloves
• Safety glasses or goggles
• Apron

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Respiratory Protection in the Cosmetology Industry

• Information Provided under OSHA Susan Harwood
  Capacity Building Grant SH-20848SHO

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Respiratory Protection

• Is a filtering face piece a respirator?
• How about a one-strap mask?
• How about a two-strap mask?
• What about a surgical mask?
• Why would you wear a respirator?

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What is a Respirator?

• Respirators are devices that protect workers
  from inhaling harmful airborne substances.
• Some respirators also ensure that workers do not
  breathe air that contains dangerously low levels
  of oxygen (O2).
• (OSHAs Small Entity Compliance Guide, 2011)

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Respiratory Protection in the Cosmetology Industry
Concern Dust exposure when working with acrylic
nails
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Bloodborne Pathogens and Infection Control

• Information Provided under OSHA Susan Harwood
  Capacity Building Grant SH-20848SHO

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Whats a Pathogen?

• Viruses
• Cold Flu
• Hepatitis B C
• HIV
• Bacteria
• Impetigo
• Staph infections

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Bloodborne Pathogens

• At work, most biological pathogens are
  transmitted from
• Accidental puncture from a contaminated sharp
  object
• Contact between broken skin and infected body
  fluids
• Contact between mucous membranes and infected
  body fluids

REMEMBERBlood or body substances do not have to
be visible for an infection to be transmitted
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Exposure Routes

• Shaving
• Tweezing
• Waxing
• Piercings
• Manicure/Pedicure
• Tattooing
• Electrolysis
• Skin esthetician (injections)
• Massage/Facials
• Cleaning of equipment and tools

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Prevention Strategies
Example single-use, disposable equipment
(razors, make-up brushes, nail scrub brushes)

• Examples
• Training on infectious disease and transmission
• Universal Precautions rule
• Handwashing rules
• Hepatitis B vaccination

• Example
• Disposable gloves for use during procedures and
  cleaning equipment

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Prevention Strategies

• Hospital grade disinfectants
• Quats (quaternary ammonium compounds)
• Glutaraldehyde
• Ethyl alcohol
• Bleach solutions

• Autoclave
• Heat Steam
• Good for objects
• Ultrasonic cleaner
• Vibration disinfectant
• Decontamination vs. Disinfection vs.
• Sterilization

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• Proper Glove Removal Practice

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Hand washing

• Hand sanitizer is NOT a replacement for washing
  hands with soap and water!

• Hand sanitizer does NOT remove chemicals from
  your hands

Hand sanitizer does not remove harmful bacteria
or viruses as well as washing hands with soap and
water for 20 seconds
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Ergonomics in the Cosmetology Industry

• Information Provided under OSHA Susan Harwood
  Capacity Building Grant SH-20848SHO

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High prevalence of musculoskeletal complaints

• Awkward, prolonged working postures
• Elevated arms
• Bent back
• Bent head
• Example washing, haircutting and styling tasks,
  manicure/pedicure
• Causes extreme positions of the forearm and
  wrists to occur frequently, increasing the risk
  of tendon-related disorders
• Repetitive movements
• Sometimes forceful movements of the hands and
  fingers

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An Exercise in Strength
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What is Ergonomics?

• Fitting the task to the person

BEST FIT
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Questions to ask yourself

• Are you gripping or squeezing any of the
  implements too tightly?
• What types of repetitive motions are you doing
  throughout the day?
• Are you holding your arms away from you body for
  extended periods of time?
• Do you find yourself bending forward or twisting
  into awkward positions to reach your client?

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Prevention Strategies

• Example
• Use ergonomically designed shears- with offset
  blade handles and finger rests

• Examples
• Hold wrists in straight, neutral position
• Allow for stretching intervals
• Keep neck and back straight
• Keep arms at your side
• Stand upright and adjust chair height
• Palm the shears and/or razors

• Example
• Choose appropriate footwear that is supportive
  and comfortable

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Other Safety Health Concerns

• Information Provided under OSHA Susan Harwood
  Capacity Building Grant SH-20848SHO

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Other Safety Concerns

• Always use a guard when working with a razor,
  unless specifically directed.
• Consider eye protection to protect from flying
  objects (such as when clipping nails).
• Disconnect equipment and tools when not in use.
• Make sure to not overload outlets
• Inspect electrical equipment for frayed wires or
  connections.
• Keep cords away from high traffic areas where
  they could pose a trip hazard.

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Your Right to a

• The creation of OSHA provided workers the right
  to a safe and healthful workplace.

Section 5(a)(1) of the OSH Act states Each
employer shall furnish to each of his employees
employment and a place of employment which are
free from recognized hazards that are causing or
are likely to cause death or serious physical
harm to his employees."
www.osha.gov or call 1-800-321-OSHA
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Building Resources Cosmetology Specific

• http//digitalcommons.ilr.cornell.edu/cgi/viewcont
  ent.cgi?article1006contextmanuals
• http//www.deir.qld.gov.au/workplace/subjects/hair
  dressing/guide/index.htm
• http//www.lohp.org/publications/cosmo_hazards.htm
  l
• http//www.ilo.org/safework_bookshelf/english?cont
  entnd857171213
• http//unionsafe.labor.net.au/hazards/106014706721
  942.html

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Building Resources
National Resources

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration
  (OSHA) www.osha.gov and http//www.youth2work.go
  v/
• National Institute of Occupational Safety and
  Health (NIOSH) http//www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/yo
  uth/
• Youngworkers.org http//www.youngworkers.org/home.
  htm The California Resource Network for Young
  Workers Health and Safety and home of The
  National Young Worker Safety Resource Center
• United States Department of Labor, Wage and Hour
  Division (WHD) Youth Rules! http//www.youthrules.
  dol.gov/teens/default.htm
• National Childrens Center for Rural Agricultural
  Health and Safety http//www.marshfieldclinic.org/
  nccrahs/
• Gulf Coast Safety Institute www.com.edu/gcsi

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Building Resources
Georgia Local Resources

• Georgia Department of Education
  http//www.doe.k12.ga.us/ http//www.gadoe.org/
• Georgia Department of Education Career,
  Technology and Agricultural Education
  http//www.gadoe.org/ci_cta.aspx
• SkillsUSA www.skillsusageorgia.org and
  www.skillsusa.org
• Georgia Technology Student Association
  www.gatsa.org
• Georgia Engineering and Technology Education
  Association www.getea.org
• Georgia Health Occupations Students of America
  www.georgiahosa.org Construction Education
  Foundation of Georgia www.cefga.org
• Trade and Industrial Educators of Georgia
  http//tiega.org/
• MAGIC "Mentoring a Girl in Construction" , Inc.
  Summer Camp Program www.mentoringagirlinconstructi
  on.com
• Project Safe Georgia www.projectsafegeorgia.org
• American Society of Safety Engineers
  (ASSE)- Georgia Chapter http//georgia.asse.org/ 
  
• Georgia Local Section- American Industrial
  Hygiene Association (GLS-AIHA) http//www.georgiaa
  iha.org/

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For More Information

• Email youngworker_at_gtri.gatech.edu
• Website www.youngworker.gatech.edu
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  at.GTRI
• Phone [phone]
• Address
• Center for Young Worker Safety and Health at GTRI
• 260 14th Street
• Atlanta, GA 30332-0837