6 August 2020

This update covers:

  • Wales: treatments in the highest risk zone.
  • Government announces two leadership programmes for small businesses.
  • Local lockdown in Aberdeen does not include salons and barbershops. 

Wales: treatments in the highest risk zone 

The highest risk zone is defined as the area in front of the face where splashes and droplets from the nose and mouth, that may not be visible, can be present and pose a hazard from the client to the practitioner and vice versa.  

The updated guidelines say the following about high-risk close contact services on the face: 

Public Health Wales recommend that businesses do not provide these treatments unless they:

  • Can access the correct PPE. This could include a fluid-resistant surgical face mask (FRSM), suitable eye protection (goggles or full-face visor) and disposable gloves and apron.
  • Have sufficient training in putting the PPE on and taking it off (donning and doffing).
  • Have training on standard infection control precautions. 

Section 3.2 of the guidelines provides links to information about the use of PPE including how to put it on and take it off. 

Read the updated Welsh guidance. 

Government announces two leadership programmes for small businesses 

Two new leadership programmes to help small business leaders grow their companies in the wake of coronavirus have been announced by the government. Both are free. 

  • The Small Business Leadership Programme will focus on strengthening decision-makers’ leadership skills and help them plan for the future.
  • The Peers Network Programme will focus on helping business owners improve their problem-solving skills. 

Find out more and sign up. 

Local lockdown in Aberdeen does not include salons and barbershops 

A local lockdown has been imposed in Aberdeen, but salons and barbershops can remain open. If you have any further questions regarding the local lockdown please contact your local authority. 

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