Which risk category covers hazards from faulty tools or machines?

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Hazards from faulty tools or machines come from the equipment itself. When a tool or device is not working properly, it can cause injuries like cuts, burns, or electric shocks, or lead to poor treatment results and potential contamination if a device breaks during use. This is why they’re categorized as equipment risks — the risk stems from the condition, performance and maintenance of the tools and machinery you rely on in skincare and facial massage. Regular maintenance, pre-use checks, proper use, and timely repairs reduce these hazards and keep treatments safer.

Hygiene risks relate to cleanliness and the prevention of cross-contamination; environmental risks concern the surrounding workspace, ventilation, lighting, and safety around the treatment area; and risk assessment steps describe the process used to identify and evaluate all risks, not a specific risk type.