Start 2021 with a Safety Checklist

It’s an industry fact: the majority of insurance claims by salon operators are preventable. Often, the difference between a safe, smooth-running business and one filled with headaches and potential financial catastrophe is taking just a few minutes at the beginning and end of every business day to review a brief safety checklist and then, take preventative measures where needed.

To streamline the process and keep your head in the game, Universal Insurance has prepared an easy-to-use safety checklist. We recommend that you post it at the salon’s front counter – and also, post reminder forms near all exits. It’s also a good idea that all staff responsible for opening and closing the business have the checklist on their cell phones.

Each salon is unique and you may offer other products and services that require inspection at the opening and closing of business. It is also a good idea to have emergency contacts in place and responsibilities assigned in the event of an emergency – day or night.

To receive a free copy of the Salon & Spa Safety Checklist, send your request to jennyb@uiprograms.com and it will be sent to you promptly!

NOTE: If you have recently added new products or services to your business, please give me a call to discuss obtaining proper insurance coverage.

Salon & Spa Safety Checklist (Example)

1. Spray-Tan Machines

• Is the water supply to the system shut off at closing every day?
• Is the floor around the system clean and dry?
• Are all hoses connected properly and free from kinks, blisters and bubbles?
• Is the overflow and drainage area beneath the unit empty?
• Is the waste-water pump working properly?

2. Washing Machines & Dryers

• Are machines shut off and empty of water at the close of business?
• Are water supply valves off and connections secure?
• Are water hoses secure and free of kinks, blisters or bubbles?
• Is the floor clean and dry?
• Are dryers off at closing time and lint traps clean?
• Are the exhaust hoses connected properly and free of dust and lint?
• Never run washing machines & dryers when the salon is closed or unattended.

3. Alarms, Security Systems, Doors, Windows & Signage

• Have alarms been properly activated at closing time?
• Are security cameras operational?
• Are recording and monitoring devices operational?
• Are smoke alarms operating properly and batteries checked?
• Are doors securely locked at closing time?
• Are windows closed and locked at closing time?
• Are business signs (open/closed) properly set?
• Are fire extinguishers easy to locate, recently inspected and operational?

4. Toilets & Sinks

• Are all toilets and sinks shut off at closing time?
• Are they clean and empty of any waste matter?
• Can you hear water running in any area of the business?
• Are all shut-off valves operational?

5. Coffee Makers & Appliances

• Are all appliances shut off at closing time – including warmers and burners?
• Are coffee makers clean and empty?
• Are refrigerators operating properly and doors closed securely at all times?
• Is the floor near all appliances dry and clean?

6. Air-Conditioners, Heating Systems, Water Heaters & Thermostats

• Have thermostats for A/C units or Heating systems been set to the proper temperature at closing time?
• Is the water heater operating properly and the area around it dry and clean?
• Are vents and filters clean and free of dust, etc.?

7. Equipment & Service Rooms

• Are all tanning and spa systems shut off at closing time?
• Are all rooms empty, no customers inside the salon or in equipment?
• Are all trash cans empty and free of waste?