Operating lawfully.
WHAT TYPICALLY APPLIES
Business registration Local authority premises permit Signage permit Environmental and waste requirements Tax registration Employer obligations, if you employ
WHAT MAY APPLY ADDITIONALLY
Health or hygiene certification, depending on the authority Requirements for treatments considered clinical Professional qualification requirements for certain services
WHAT TO ESTABLISH
Whether any service you intend to offer requires qualification or authorisation.
WHY
Some treatments crossing into clinical territory are restricted.
WHAT EXAMPLES TO CHECK CAREFULLY
Injectables Invasive skin procedures Anything requiring a practitioner
WHAT TO NEVER DO
Offer treatments you are not qualified or permitted to perform.
WHY
The harm is serious and the exposure is personal.
WHAT INSPECTIONS TYPICALLY EXAMINE
Premises cleanliness Sanitation and water Waste handling Sterilisation and disinfection practice Product storage
WHAT TO KEEP
Permits and renewals Training records Product safety information
WHAT WASTE REQUIRES
Proper disposal of chemicals, blades and contaminated items.
WHAT TO NEVER DO
Dispose of blades in general waste Pour chemical products into drains
WHAT TO ESTABLISH
Sharps containers, and proper collection.
WHAT INSURANCE TO CONSIDER
Liability cover for treatment-related harm Premises and equipment cover
WHAT TO CHECK
That the policy covers the treatments you actually offer.
