Hygiene and Sanitation Policy

Version: 1.0.0 (draft) · Applies to: Braiders

Incorporated by reference into the Braider Independent Contractor Agreement (§23). You must follow all applicable health, sanitation, and infection-control requirements, including those of the North Carolina Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners to the extent applicable.

Tools and products

• Use clean, sanitized tools for every Client; disinfect or replace tools between Clients per applicable standards.

• Use clean combs, clips, and supplies; discard single-use items after one use.

• Use products that are safe, properly labeled, and appropriate for the service.

Hand and station hygiene

• Wash or sanitize hands before and during service as needed.

• Keep your working area clean; protect the Client's clothing and skin.

Client health

• Ask about scalp conditions, allergies, or sensitivities before starting.

• Do not perform a service on irritated, infected, or broken skin/scalp; refer the Client to a professional where appropriate.

• Stop and report any adverse reaction (see Incident Reporting Policy).

Prohibited

• No services involving dangerous, expired, or non-compliant products.

• No chemical services (color, relaxers) unless you are licensed and authorized and the service is offered through the Platform.