Infection control, hygiene & PPE Risk Assessment Template

Typical hazards & measures

• Disinfectant contact time not met — Choose EN-tested products; display contact times at stations; start a timer on application and avoid wiping early. Replace solutions on schedule, never top up, and document product, dilution and lot in a visible log for audit and staff refreshers.
• Ill client screening and service deferral — Ask about fever, vomiting, contagious rashes or eye infections at booking and on arrival; offer rescheduling without penalty. Disinfect contact areas after any symptomatic client exit and note the record to guide safe timing of return.
• Mobile phone and device contamination — Keep phones off treatment surfaces; clean with approved wipes before/after shifts and between zones; use voice control or sleeves where reference is needed. Provide device caddies away from client areas and signage to discourage mid-service use.
• Waste segregation and disposal errors — Provide clearly labelled bins: general, recycling, clinical and sharps; place at point-of-use. Close lids before moving; tie bags no more than ¾ full; store safely for collection; log volumes and incidents; and train staff on what goes where.
• PPE stock, sizing and availability gaps — Maintain a par level by size for gloves, masks, aprons and eye protection; date-rotate stock; store away from heat/sunlight. Run a weekly count, log shortages, and set auto-reorder thresholds to prevent last-minute substitutions.