Health and Safety in Special Effects

It is always important to follow health and safety regulations and in Special Effects this is a key aspect as things could go drastically wrong if they aren't followed in the correct way. So therefore I have created a list of important health and safety regulations that are important to follow within Special Effects.

• Have hair tied back at all times
• Remove all jewellery 
• Wear appropriate clothing so they don't get ruined from the products being used
• Open windows as the products being used are very strong
• Make sure the client isn't wearing Aloe Vera based products as this can react with the products
• Always be sure that the client is not allergic to any of the products, if they are unaware then the signs will be itchiness or swelling which is then a key sign to remove the products immediately with cold water
• Wear latex free gloves at all times
• Do not contaminate any of the products, use a new, clean pair of gloves when dealing with different products
• Use different spatulas to scoop out the product or to mix the products by labelling them, e.g. A, B + C
• Wear a mask when creating the moulds
• Always spray the setting spray next to an open window to prevent the increase of fumes in the room
• Clean your mould with alcohol or acetone because if there is any product left on the mould then it will cause cross contamination
• Do not put any products down the sink as this can cause poison in the water system. So therefore it is vital to use couch roll to clean up the products and then place it in the bin straight after
• If any spillages occur, then it is very important to clean them up immediately using couch roll to prevent any accidents
• Always keep a clean and tidy kit
• Always store products in the correct place, e.g. in  a cool area