NHBF Code of conduct for Members

As an NHBF Member, you agree to follow our professional code of conduct. This means you should:

  1. Always place the welfare of clients above any other consideration.
  2. Not bring the hair and beauty sector or the NHBF into disrepute.
  3. Aim to uphold professional standards and follow the good practice guidelines set out in the code of conduct.

Download the Code of conduct

Key areas covered by the Code of conduct

The Code of conduct covers: 

  • Insurance requirements.
  • Qualifications, training and licences.
  • Health & safety.
  • Salon/barbershop standards.
  • Client consultations.
  • Allergy alert testing.
  • Age restrictions.
  • Advertising, promotion and pricing.
  • Pay and tips.
  • Complaints.
  • Professional pride.
  • Employment.