Nail services & enhancements (manicure, pedicure, gel/acrylic, e-file) Risk Assessment Template

Typical hazards & measures

• Material sensitivities (latex/adhesives/tapes) — Ask about latex and adhesive reactions; stock nitrile gloves and hypoallergenic tapes, rotating glove brands if irritation occurs. Moisturise hands post-service and record sensitivities to guide future setups, avoiding known triggers in subsequent visits.
• Lifting and moisture trapping — Dehydrate and prime per brand, cap free edges, avoid touching skin, and seal sidewalls. Instruct clients to report early lift and book timely infills; remove water-logged product promptly and adjust prep where recurrent issues occur, noting changes in the file.
• Solvent and remover irritation — Ventilate during acetone/remover use; protect surrounding skin with barrier and limit soak times. Avoid occlusion on compromised skin, moisturise post-removal, decant minimal volumes, and keep caps closed; document recurrent dryness or sensitivity for future planning.
• Callus reduction safety — Do not use razor blades; select abrasive paddles and reduce gradually, reassessing skin after each pass. Avoid over-reduction that risks fissures; hydrate and seal with emollients, and record tolerance and outcomes to refine future sessions and intervals.
• Acrylate/gel allergy and sensitisation — Minimise skin contact, use HEMA-free or alternative systems for sensitive clients, and wipe inhibition layers safely. Cure fully to brand timing; stop at the first sign of itch, redness or vesicles, record products/batches, and advise medical review as appropriate.