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Unfortunately the Nationally Approved Salon
scheme is no longer being run by HABIA or the government... though we
are proud to have remained Brightons ONLY approved Salon during the
several years this scheme was active... When we opened our salon
in 1995 the most important concern to
us was to try give our clients a higher level of service and value. We've created a relaxing environment in the salon, we've
provided a wide choice of complimentary refreshments (including wine!), and
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But how can we 'guarantee' to our clients we actually know how to cut
and colour hair? The unfortunate fact was that previously we couldn't.
Anyone can open a hairdressing salon and make great claims about their
'skills'. That was why we were so genuinely excited about the introduction of the
Nationally Approved Salon campaign. At last here was a scheme run by the
Hairdressing Training Board (HABIA)
and supported by the government, which is designed to benefit the
client. It sets strict criteria for us to meet or beat and then ensures
we maintain these standards by the use of 'mystery shoppers' and formal
visits.
We're very proud to have become Brighton's first Nationally Approved
Salon and we're equally proud to have joined a list of famous names like
Andrew Collinge, Charles Worthington and Vidal Sassoon who already
support this campaign; and like a growing number of hairdressers across
the country, are prepared to put our standards to the test.
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To
be known as a Nationally Approved Salon we have met the
following criteria
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All hairdressing staff (excluding trainees) are qualified to a
minimum Level 2 NVQ in Hairdressing or equivalent or have a
minimum of 5 years hairdressing experience.
The Owner or Manager has sufficient management experience to run
the Salon efficiently.
The most senior hairdresser is a State Registered Hairdresser [all
our stylists are SRH]
The Salon has public liability insurance including treatment
liability.
The Salon adheres to current health and safety and equal
opportunities legislation.
The Nationally Approved Salon criteria and certificate are clearly
on display.
The Salon has a planned programme of staff development to keep
skills up to date. Clients may be invited to take part in
ongoing staff development as models. Consent will always be
gained beforehand and senior staff will adequately supervise
trainees.
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The Nationally Approved Salon Campaign is all about raising standards in
hairdressing to benefit clients. If you have any comments, complaints or
suggestions to make about the service you receive please discuss them
with your hairdresser, the salon manager or owner.
If you feel a complaint has not been resolved please write to the
Hairdressing & Beauty Industry Authority at the address below :-
HABIA
2nd Floor, Fraser House
Nether Hall Road
Doncaster
DN1 2PH
More information on the Nationally Approved Salon's can be obtained
from HABIA's website :
www.salon.org.uk
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