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Safeguarding & under-18s Risk Assessment Template
Create a professional, comprehensive risk assessment for safeguarding & under-18s in hair & beauty settings. Tailor hazards and measures to your needs and download a professional PDF. Add your own branding.
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What this covers.
This template focuses on typical risks and controls for safeguarding & under-18s in hair & beauty settings. You can add, remove or adapt items to match your context.
Potential benefits
Promotes child safety and trust in professional care.
Builds confidence for parents and guardians.
Strengthens policies and record-keeping systems.
Supports legal and ethical responsibilities.
Encourages staff training and awareness.
Typical hazards & measures
Allegation or complaint handling
— Stop the session, move to public view, inform the safeguarding lead, write factual notes, preserve CCTV where present, contact guardians promptly, follow the investigation process, and update controls before similar bookings resume.
Direct messaging
— Route all communications through guardian contacts; use business platforms only; set reply hours; keep transcript copies with the booking record; block staff personal accounts and report any inappropriate contact attempts immediately.
Late appointments and safe travel
— Avoid finishing after dark where possible; confirm pickup before long services; provide a waiting area under staff view; keep the client in public zones if delays occur; call the guardian and record times and outcomes in the day book.
Handling disclosures
— Listen, avoid promises of secrecy, record exact words and inform the safeguarding lead the same day. Follow the reporting pathway, provide a quiet space, pause the service if needed, and document actions and next steps in the secure record.
Changing areas and restrooms
— Provide single-occupancy facilities or clear supervision rules; keep corridors visible; post occupancy signs; prevent mixed-use during treatments; respond quickly to knocks; record any concern and adjust layout or scheduling promptly.
How to use this template
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