BABTAC and the British Beauty Council have announced that they are working together to help therapists get back to work safely. As a support for therapists nationwide, BABTAC (British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology) is working with input from the British Beauty Council to provide a guide from a therapist’s point of view on the policies and procedures to be undertaken to get them back to work, whilst ensuring the safety of themselves and their clients. BABTAC Chair, Lesley Blair and the British Beauty Council’s Millie Kendall the pair are pushing government to listen to their advice and formalise the policies that BABTAC has drafted, based on years of industry knowledge and advice from infection control specialists. Topics covered in the guide include things like: hygiene, cleaning and disinfection guidelines for spaces, staff and clients, tools and supplies; strategic planning and risk assessment; adapting protocols to ensure client and staff safety; appropriate communication with staff and clients; staff and client illness protocols; and salon admin and space set up. For all customers, therapists and anyone concerned about salon safety, the guidelines will be available via the BABTAC COVID19 Support Hub on their website (along with other tools, tips and resources relevant to this crisis), which will also be sent out to all BABTAC members. Lesley Blair and Mille Kendall are available for comment.

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