Monitor and provide wet spa services
Overview
This standard coexists alongside, Implement and maintain safe, hygienic and effective working practices. This standard is about monitoring and providing wet spa services. Wet spa facilities include a showers, mineral showers, steam room, thalassotherapy pool, hydrotherapy, floatation therapy, plunge pool, hot tubs, bathing experiences and ice bar/snow cabin. You will also be required to do a post service evaluation and reflection for improved service. Users of this standard will need to ensure that their practices reflect up-to-date information, policies, procedures and best practice guidance. It is advisable users of this standard are aware of, and comply with first aid requirements in accordance with legislation and organisational policies and procedures, to include carry out emergency first aid response in the event of an adverse incident.
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
- maintain your responsibilities for health and safety in accordance with legislation, regulations, directives and guidelines, to include:
1.1 preparation and maintenance of the wet spa facilities in accordance with manufacturer instructions
1.2 instructing spa attendants on the cleaning and replenishing of resources to maintain optimum efficiency
carry out a concise and comprehensive consultation with the individual to determine suitability for the wet spa facilities
carry out an induction with the individual for the wet spa facilities in accordance with the wet spa service protocol, to include:
3.1 the benefits, uses and restrictions
- confirm and agree with the individual, they have understood the proposed spa service, to include:
4.1 expected outcomes
4.2 contra-actions
4.3 adverse reactions
4.4 physical sensation
obtain and record the individual's informed consent for the wet spa service
provide instructions and advice to the individual, pre and post the wet spa service
7. instruct the individual to shower, prior to using the wet spa facility
- direct the individual to the wet spa facility, to include:
8.1 signposting to the instructions and associated risks
monitor the individual's health, wellbeing throughout the wet spa service
implement the correct course of action in the event of an adverse reaction
complete the individual's spa service record and store in accordance with data legislation
use reflective practice to evaluate the spa service and take appropriate action
conclude the spa service by shutting down and disinfecting the spa facility in accordance with the wet spa service protocol
Knowledge and Understanding
You need to know and understand:
your role and responsibilities in monitoring and providing wet spa facilities and the importance of working within your competence
why you must comply with ethical practice and work within the legislative requirements, to include:
2.1 the responsibilities under local authority licensing regulations
the importance to engage in, and document continuous professional development, to include, up-to-date information policies, procedures and best practice guidance
the anatomy and physiology relevant to this standard
the relative and absolute contraindications relevant to wet spa services, to include:
5.1 the legislative and insurance requirements for obtaining medical diagnosis and referral
- the types, purpose, use and limitations of wet spa facilities in relation to:
6.1 recent activities or treatments that may restrict the service
6.2 past and current medical history
6.3 relevant lifestyle factors
6.4 medication and medical conditions
6.5 cultural background and history
the adverse reactions associated with wet spa services and how to respond
the health and safety responsibilities in line with legislation before, during and after the wet spa service
the importance of cleaning and replenishing resources within wet spa facilities, to include:
9.1 how, when and why cleaning duties can be delegated to spa attendants
- how to prepare, maintain and shut down wet spa facilities in accordance with manufacturer instructions and organisational and legislative requirements to include:
10.1 disinfection
10.2 humidity testing
10.3 water testing
10.4 setting recommended operating temperatures
how to carry out and interpret tests with your level of expertise and how to respond
the importance of knowing who to report problems to outside your scope of expertise
why it is important to discuss and establish the individual's objectives, concerns, expectations, desired outcomes and agree the spa service plan
the fee structures and service options
the legislative and indemnity requirements of gaining signed, informed consent for the spa service
the importance of adhering to the wet spa service protocol
the reasons why the individual should shower, prior to a wet spa service
why it is important to carry out an induction with the individual, prior to using the wet spa facilities
the recommended durations for wet spa services, in accordance with the spa service protocol and manufacturer instructions, to include:
19.1 the associated risks from excessive usage
the importance of monitoring the health and wellbeing of the individual during, and post the wet spa service
the legislative and regulatory requirements of completing and storing the individual's wet spa service record
the expected outcomes of wet spa services
the purpose of reflective practice and evaluation to improve service provision
the instructions and advice, pre and post the wet spa service
Scope/range
Wet spa facilities
- showers
- mineral showers
- steam room
- thalassotherapy pool
- hydrotherapy
- floatation therapy
- plunge pool
- ice bars
- ice bars/ snow cabins
- bathing Experiences
- hot tubs
Wet spa service protocol
- working environment
- health and safety
- infection prevention and control
- service plan
- informed consent
- test outcomes
- manufacturer instructions
- data management
- audit and accountability
- instructions and advice
- sustainability
- waste management
- evidence-based practice
- reflective practice
Adverse reactions
- feeling faint
- nauseous
- skin irritation
- headaches
- allergies
- anaphylaxis
- anxiety response
- vasodilation
- dehydration
Instructions
- the individual and practitioner's legal rights and responsibilities
- pre and post service instructions and care
- restrictions and associated risks
- future services
Anatomy and physiology
- the structure and function of the body systems and their interdependence on each other
- the relative and absolute contraindications and related pathologies
- the physical, psychological and physiological effects of wet spa facilities
Scope Performance
Scope Knowledge
Values
Behaviours
Skills
Glossary
Absolute contraindication
An absolute contraindication is a condition that prevents the service from being carried out and may require referral.
Adverse reaction
An adverse reaction is an 'unexpected' reaction or outcome following a service, i.e. fainting
Anatomy and Physiology
How the skeletal, muscular, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, excretory, digestive, endocrine and nervous systems interact with each other and how they impact the individual, service and outcomes.
Contra action
A contra-action is an 'expected' reaction or outcome following a service, i.e. erythema
Evidence-based practice
Evidence-based practice is based on the best available, current, valid and relevant evidence.
First aid
First aid can refer to first aid at work qualifications or equivalent and first aid mental health awareness.
Protocol
A protocol is a standard procedure to ensure best practice and compliance when providing services, i.e. follow manufacturer instructions.
Relative contraindication
A relative contraindication is a condition that requires an assessment of suitability for the service and/or if adaptions are required.
Links To Other NOS
SKAHDBRBNST1, SKAHDBRBNS1, SKAS2, SKAS3, SKABS1, SKABBR2, SKAB4, SKABS1, SKABS2, SKABS4, SKABS5, SKABS6, SKABS7,
SKAHDBRBNS2, SKAHDBRBNS3, SKAHDBRBNST2, SKAHDBRBNST3