COVID-19 Policy

FHT members already adhere to high standards of hygienic practice, as outlined in the FHT Code of Conduct and Professional Practice, which includes appropriately cleaning the hands and treatment area between clients. However, in light of COVID-19, hygiene measures have been reviewed and enhanced to include:

• I have increased the frequency of cleaning in my therapy room, including making sure that common surfaces, equipment, toilets, door handles, banisters etc. are wiped clean using disinfectant products in between each client to protect from cross infection.
• I will have hand sanitiser available for you to use when you enter my premises and you will have access to soap and hot water to wash your hands.
• It is no longer mandatory to wear a face mask, although you may wear one if you feel comfortable doing so, removing for your treatment.
• I will wear a face mask if you would prefer me to.
• I can confirm that the laundering of towels/bedding and uniforms is a priority and that all laundry is changed in between clients and is washed at 60 degrees C.
• All waste items are placed in a pedal bin with lid, bagged and safely removed from the treatment area between each client.
• The room is always kept well ventilated by two large sky light windows which open fully and easily both during and in between treatments.

Prior to your appointment if you, or any of the people you live with feel ill or display any symptoms of C0VlD-19  or have been in contact with anyone displaying symptoms please DO NOT COME FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT. You will not be charged for any appointments which you miss due to illness.

I am fully vaccinated and continue self test regularly.
If I feel ill or have symptoms of C0VlD-19, I will self-isolate immediately and not be available for treatments.  If your appointment is cancelled, you will be able to re-book again or have a full refund or voucher.

Self Test Lateral Flow kits are available for all at a small charge and I would encourage you to make use of them prior to your appointment.  Please visit www.wirral.gov.uk for details.

For your safety and to maintain social distancing, appointments will be scheduled to ensure that your path does not cross with another client leaving and also that time is allowed for cleaning. All I ask is that you attend punctually for your appointment. Please note that while many treatments involve close contact, I will be observing social distancing measures wherever possible. This might include, for example, maintaining an appropriate distance during the consultation process, and when arriving and leaving for an appointment.

I have carried out a risk assessment on all treatments and I am confident that I can continue to provide these safely whilst adhering to government guidelines:

• Reiki
• Reflexology/Foot Massage
• Swedish Body Massage
• Guided meditation/breathing and relaxation techniques
• Indian Head massage
• Facial Massage

I understand the importance of hand hygiene and I will ensure that I wash my hands in accordance with NHS recommendations before the start of your treatment and again at the end.  If you are not comfortable at any point during your visit, please let me know so that I can reassure you.

Payment may be made by contactless (credit/debit) card or cash. If you prefer to pay by cash please have the correct money available.

It is always recommended to drink plenty of water following a treatment and you may wish to bring your own water bottle with you.

Please note that your contact details no longer need to be provided within 21 days of appointment for government Test and Trace purposes.