Chief Executive of National Hair and Beauty Federation, Hilary Hall says 'it's a really confusing and distressing picture' as she talks about the treatments that can and can't be offered in beauty salons as of Monday. Read more:
Salon workers are advised that treatments or services provided in the"high-risk zone" directly in front of the client's face are the most risky in terms of catching or spreading coronavirus, because splashes and droplets from the nose and mouth are present, even when they can't be seen.
"Use of changing rooms and showering facilities should in general be avoided where possible although these must be available for participants with disabilities or special needs and are likely to be needed after swimming," it adds. Venues are also encouraged not to play music at a volume that makes normal conversation difficult due to the potential for increased risk of transmission - particularly from aerosol and droplet transmission - if people need to raise their voices.When announcing the reopening of gyms from 25 July, Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden said gym-goers would not need to wear face coverings.He stressed a"whole series of mitigating measures" would be in place in gyms.
Guidance also says the use of shared objects such as towels, robes, balls, weights, rackets, balls, scoring equipment, or sports clothing should be avoided unless they can be cleaned or sanitised between users. Venues are also told to ensure any water fountains have signage which prohibits face-to-tap drinking and to stress these facilities are used only to refill personal bottles.Gyms and leisure centres are being encouraged, where possible, to facilitate social distancing by limiting the overall number of customers.
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