Hair Salon Daily Opening Safety and Sanitation Checklist
This daily opening checklist ensures your hair salon meets state cosmetology board sanitation requirements and OSHA standards before the first client arrives. Complete this checklist every morning to maintain compliance and protect staff and clients.
- Industry: Beauty & Wellness
- Frequency: Daily
- Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
- Role: Salon Manager / Lead Stylist
- Total Items: 36
Styling Station Sanitation
Verify all styling stations are properly sanitized and ready for client use.
- All styling stations wiped with EPA-registered disinfectant?
- All mirrors cleaned and streak-free?
- Styling chairs wiped with disinfectant including armrests and headrests?
- Clean towels stocked at each station?
- All tools from previous day stored clean in closed containers?
- Client capes freshly laundered or single-use capes stocked?
Tool and Implement Disinfection
Verify all reusable tools are properly disinfected and stored.
- All combs and brushes disinfected and stored in covered container?
- All scissors and shears cleaned and disinfected?
- Single-use razors disposed after each client - no reuse?
- Disinfectant solution changed fresh (not carried over from previous day)?
- Disinfectant contact time (soak time) meeting manufacturer specifications?
- Clean and dirty implement containers clearly separated and labeled?
Chemical Safety and Storage
Verify chemical products are properly stored and safety information is current.
- Safety Data Sheets accessible for all chemical products?
- All chemical containers properly labeled with product name and hazard warnings?
- All liquid chemical products stored upright and closed?
- Flammable products (aerosols, alcohol) stored away from heat sources?
- Color mixing area clean and free of residue from prior day?
- No expired chemical products in use or open storage?
Shampoo Bowl and Wet Area
Inspect shampoo bowls, wet area, and related equipment.
- Shampoo bowls cleaned and sanitized?
- Shampoo bowl drains clear - no buildup?
- Hot water supply adequate and temperature comfortable (100-110F)?
- Single-use neck strips stocked and accessible?
- Wet area floor dry or anti-slip mat in place?
- Shampoo capes and robes freshly laundered?
Electrical Equipment Safety
Verify all electrical styling equipment is safe for use.
- All electrical cords free of fraying, cuts, or damage?
- GFCI outlets near wet areas functional (test monthly)?
- No heated tools stored in contact with flammable materials?
- Heat-resistant tool holders present at all stations for hot tools?
- No permanent use of extension cords in place of fixed wiring?
- Malfunctioning equipment tagged out and not in service?
Waste Disposal and Hygiene
Verify proper waste disposal systems are in place.
- All waste bins lined with clean bag?
- Approved sharps container available and not overfilled?
- Hair waste swept and disposed - not allowed to accumulate?
- Chemical waste (developer, color) disposed per local regulations?
- Soiled towels placed in covered hamper - not left on surfaces?
- Handwashing sink stocked with soap and paper towels?
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Why Use This Hair Salon Daily Opening Safety and Sanitation Checklist?
This hair salon daily opening safety and sanitation checklist helps beauty & wellness teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for salon manager / lead stylist professionals, this checklist covers 36 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Hair Salon Daily Opening Safety and Sanitation Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 36 inspection items across 6 sections: Styling Station Sanitation, Tool and Implement Disinfection, Chemical Safety and Storage, Shampoo Bowl and Wet Area, Electrical Equipment Safety, Waste Disposal and Hygiene. It is designed for beauty & wellness operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes.
Who should use this Hair Salon Daily Opening Safety and Sanitation Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Salon Manager / Lead Stylist professionals in the beauty & wellness industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.