The BC provincial health order has been cancelled, effective Tuesday May 19, to allow salons and independent service providers to open safely under WorkSafe BC protocols, BC Health Guidelines and BC Gov’t Core Guidelines. WorkSafeBC has developed protocols that the B.C. beauty industry must follow and the BC Government has provided a management strategy outline to help employers map out the implementation of these measures, in their specific work environments.
BC Health Order Link: https://iconbc.ca/bc-health-order
Although many of these guidelines speak to salons owners with employees it is recommended that home based salons/service providers follow all the guidelines that aim to reduce risk and publicly announce your plan to your guests through posted signs and your social media/digital channels. Remember even as a home based service provider you are still in business and must follow your local health authority (eg: Fraser Health, Interior Health Authority etc..), BC Provincial Health, and BC Gov’t Core Measures for safe opening.
On May 6, 2020 the Premier announced a plan to restart BC safely, where he stated:”Sectors that were ordered closed will be asked to work with WorkSafeBC to develop plans to reopen safely. WorkSafeBC is developing industry-specific guidance to help employers bring workers and customers back safely.”
**We have listed the basics and necessary tools you will need to develop a plan and implement the protocols put in place for a safe reopening of your salon/home/mobile service space for yourself, your team, and your clients.
WorkSafeBC Protocols for Personal Services – Salons:
- Managing the workplace
- Client Management
- Providing Personal Services
- Tools & Equipment
- Enhanced Cleaning and Disinfecting
- Additional Resources
Quick Overview:
Workplaces have several guidelines to follow that include; ensuring physical distancing, workstation arrangements, controlled entry points, staggered shifts, limited use of cash, and removal of testers and magazines.
Client management includes policies and procedures for all staff to follow along with a host of new booking procedures and servicing practices to keep everyone safe.- Providing personal services protocals include guidlines where physical distancing cannot be maintained.
Tools and Equipment requires disinfection between every client and increase use of single use items.. and no sharing between stylists.
Enhanced cleaning and disinfecting will need to be done between every client along with official guidance from WorkSafeBC – there’s a link to follow.
Additional resources included PDF signs that you can print to put up in your salon that helps you meet the requirements for publication of your plan for opening.
WORKSAFEBC PROTOCOLS FOR PERSONAL SERVICES:
https://iconbc.ca/worksafe-protocols
WorkSafeBC General Guidance to Develop Safe Reopen Plans for Phase 2:
- Assess the risk at your workplace
- Implement measures to reduce the risk
- Develop policies
- Develop communicaton plans and training
- Monitor your workplace and update your plans as needed
- Assess and address risks from resuming operations
WORKSAFEBC GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR PHASE 2
https://iconbc.ca/worksafe-phase2-guidlines
BC Gov’t Go Forward Core Measures Management Strategy Guide:
- Reducing Transmission
- Core Measures for Safe Interaction with Family/Friends/Co-workers
- Core Measures for a Safe Workplace
BC Gov’t Go Forward Core Measures Management Strategy Guide:
https://iconbc.ca/bc-gov-go-forward-core-guidelines
Resources to Download:
Covid-19 Safety Plan Questionnaire/Guide: https://iconbc.ca/worksafe-open-plan
Covid-19 Preventitive Measures Workplace Sign: https://iconbc.ca/covid-prevention-sign
Covid-19 Workplace Entrance Sign: https://iconbc.ca/workplace-entry-sign
