Please find attached a Webinar by the CANB on the COVID-19 pandemic. It outlines the current situation, our response and how you can best comply or find more information about government restrictions. We recommend that you re-watch this at least once a month to refresh your mind and ensure you are in compliance.
Link to Webinar
Where to Find Information:
The government of New Brunswick website provides a lot of information pertaining to COVID-19 as well as specific phone numbers to ask questions about COVID-19. https://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/corporate/promo/covid-19.html
WorkSafeNB is responsible for overseeing the compliance of businesses with COVID-19 restrictions.
https://www.worksafenb.ca
CANB website Webinar and COVID-19 information
www.canb.ca
Stay safe and stay strong. We will get through this together!
CANB TEAM
Update: October 22, 2020
Today, October 22, 2020, Dr. Jennifer Russell and Premier Blaine Higgs have announced that Zone 1 can return to the yellow phase as of midnight tonight.
During the yellow phase salons and spas can operate under the guidance of their operational plan.
Zone 5 remains in the orange phase.
Thank you!
https://www2.gnb.ca/…/en/news/news_release.2020.10.0550.html
IMPORTANT – October 19, 2020
This is a very stressful time for our members in Zones 1 and 5 as they struggle to maintain their livelihoods and businesses in the midst of the restrictions imposed due to the recent COVID-19 outbreaks.
As your representative, it is the Association's position that these regulations are inconsistent with best practices and unfairly target our members while similar services are allowed to operate during this time.
We are actively presenting this case to the provincial government on behalf of our members. We are doing this by reaching out to government to work with them to find a solution. Because the timing is so critical, with our members' livelihoods hanging in the balance, we have engaged a lobbying firm to assist us in navigating the relationship with government and finding the quickest and most effective way forward to resolve this crisis for our membership in the two zones.
We are seeking an immediate resolution to the current crisis for our members in Zones 1 and 5. But we also have long-term objectives that will see more appropriate regulations in place when this inevitably hits other zones in New Brunswick.
Given the circumstances, our industry has adapted and we provide services safely in the midst of the pandemic. We are confident we will successfully present this argument to the government and resolve this.
We know how critical it is to resolve this quickly. We ask you all to remain united and keep yourselves safe as we work through this. We will keep you updated on our progress.
-CANB Team
October 9th, 2020 - URGENT UPDATE!
Due to today’s announcement that salons and spas in Zone 1 and 5 are sanctioned to close as of midnight tonight, we want to reiterate the importance of compliance. Requirements and protocols will undoubtedly continue to evolve due to the ever-changing dynamics of this pandemic, if we don’t work together to get this right, we risk the possibility of closures again. Stay safe!
“COVID-19 is again making its presence known and felt within our province in a way that impacts us all,” said Dr. Jennifer Russell, chief medical officer of health. “If the rest of the province wants to stay in the Yellow level and get the two Orange zones back to Yellow quickly, everyone needs to follow all public health measures including practicing physical distancing, limiting your social gatherings, washing your hands, staying home if even mildly sick and getting tested.”
PLEASE NOTE!!
The CANB is currently campaigning to all government agencies to advocate for its members who live and work in Zone 1 and 5. We issued a statement of support for the reopening of cosmetology establishments. We informed the government that members are highly trained to implement safety protocols to protect the public, as it is part of our mandate. We assured them that members will continue to abide by the imposed safety regulations implemented by Public Health.
The CANB will continue to advocate for the reopening of cosmetology establishments in Zone 1 & 5.
August 25th - latest safety protocol
Due to the volatility of the Covid-19 situation and constantly evolving evidence, we strongly encourage you to visit the COVID-19 website for the most current information: www.gnb.ca/coronavirus. NOTE: Cosmetologists who offer services such as facials, facial depilatory, make-up application, beard, and mustache trimming will be required to wear a mask and a shield while the client’s mask is removed.
Salons that have implemented safety measures that allow for the provision of services involving the face may permit clients to remove their face covering during the service but must put it back on once the service is complete. The employee must wear a face mask and a face shield over their mask while the service is being provided. This is an important protective measure while the client is not wearing their mask.
August 20th - Important Update
The Government of NB has updated the 2 meters distancing rule to 1 meter (3 feet), however, any changes that are implemented in a cosmetology establishment remains at the discretion of the salon proprietor. Announcement of the provincial government allows the following to CANB Cosmetology Establishments:
Guidelines
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Fact
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If applicable
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Mandatory
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| 1) Waiting Rooms |
Salons/spas can open their waiting rooms but must practice 1 meter (3 feet) social distancing; sanitation and safety protocols must be a priority |
The floor plan must accommodate the changes |
1 meter (3 feet) 2meters distancing if food or drinks are consumed |
| 2) Designated signage |
Shall change to 1 meter (3 feet) distancing |
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1 meter (3 feet) |
| 3) Without barriers |
Clients and staff can now be 1 meter (3 feet) apart |
Only if the salon/spa floor plan can accommodate the 1 meter (3 feet) apart rule |
1 meter (3 feet) 2 meters distancing if food or drinks are consumed |
| 4) Increase in staff |
Providing that the 1 meter (3 feet) distancing rule is followed |
The floor plan must accommodate and additional staff and clients |
1 meter (3 feet) |
| 5) Masks |
All cosmetologist and clients must wear a mask and that all reasonable steps to minimize the risk of COVID-19 transmission |
Yes |
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| 6) Contact tracing/pre-screening |
Maintain contact tracing for no less than 21 days |
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Yes |
| 7) Hand sanitizer/washing |
Continue to have clients/cosmetologists practice handwashing and/or using hand sanitizer |
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Yes |
| 8) Operation Plan |
Update operation plan to indicate any changes that you are implementing |
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Yes |
| 9) Cleaning and disinfecting |
Continue to follow CANB infection control/prevention |
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Yes |
June 26, 2020 - Atlantic Bubble starting July 3rd
To ensure the health and safety of all Atlantic Canadians, it is important to maintain good public health measures such as:
- Avoid travel / vacationing and staying home if sick
- maintain physical distancing (2m / 6ft)
- wear a community face mask when physical distancing not possible to maintain
- limit contact with people at higher risk, such as older adults and those in poor health
- clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces often
- Frequently wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after using the washroom and when preparing food
- use alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available
- when coughing or sneezing:
- cough or sneeze into a tissue or the bend of your arm, not your hand
- dispose of any tissues you have used as soon as possible in a lined wastebasket and wash your hands afterward
- avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands
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June 16, 2020 - Government Financial Support
Congratulations, to the many members who have successfully and safely reopened salons and spas. You all are working very hard to follow proper safety protocols to ensure the safety of your clients, families, and staff. The CANB is one of the largest mandatory licensing bodies in New Brunswick and your comradery and support for your organization are apparent.
The Board of Directors will continue to communicate with the government to provide you with guidance and support. We cannot guarantee the outcome of the government, but we will continue to advocate for the members of the CANB. PNB response to a request from CANB:
Please Click Here for our latest update. This includes links to Government Income Support Programs for both individuals and workers.
Stay safe!
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June 2, 2020 - Information about Face Masks and Shields
Public Health states the purpose of face coverings is to protect the people around the user. Face shields are designed to protect the user. Therefore, shields should not be used as a substitute to face coverings unless a face-covering introduces a hazard to the worker. This must be demonstrated by a risk assessment and be part of the employer’s COVID-19 operational plan. One example where face coverings should be worn is those occupations that deal directly with the public. For example, servers in a restaurant setting would not be allowed to wear a face shield. Whereas, due to the work environment in the same restaurant, the kitchen staff would benefit more from wearing a face shield for their own protection.
If a face shield must be used it should extend below the chin, cover the ears and there should be no exposed gap between the forehead and the shield’s headpiece. Using a face shield over a face covering is not prohibited.
Click Here for important information about Faceshields and Masks directly from WorksafeNB.
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May 28, 2020 - Zone 5 Returning to Orange Level
Due to yesterday’s announcement that salons and spas in Zone 5 are sanctioned to close until further notice, we want to reiterate the importance of compliance. Requirements and protocols will undoubtedly continue to evolve due to the ever-changing dynamics of this pandemic, if we don’t work together to get this right, we risk the possibility of closures again.
A client who resides or has traveled to Zone 5 should not be permitted to receive any cosmetology services in any cosmetology establishment. Personal services businesses such as barbers, hairstylists, spas, estheticians, manicurists, and pedicurists, cannot operate at this time in Zone 5.
Click here to read more about this update.
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May 22, 2020 - Reopening of Salons and Spas
Premier Blaine Higgs announced we are now entering the Yellow phase; salons and spas can now be open.
It is at your discretion when you reopen. Please ensure you have all your mandatory and recommended safety protocols in place prior to reopening.
All of the precautions for workplaces that can keep workers, clients, and customers two meters apart continue to apply. In addition:
- Install a physical barrier, such as a plastic guard, if possible, to help protect workers from potential exposure before considering other options. See your CONTROL OPTIONS on page 6.
- Rather than adopting a passive screening tool, actively screen employees and customers for symptoms and risks of COVID-19.
- Face coverings are mandatory as an additional measure to protect employees, clients, and, visitors when workplaces are not able to ensure two meters of physical distancing.
- Keep visitor and employee logs for access points and rooms where physical distancing is not possible. Appointment books and reservation lists with names and contact information can replace logs for tracing visitors. In time, electronic records or control tracing apps may be available to help with this contact record keeping.
Thank you for your patience during this difficult time and stay safe.
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May 9, 2020 - WorkSafe Guide for Businesses
“Because of the COVID-19 pandemic and the restrictions necessary to reduce risk, workplaces will not be the same as we left them and we will need to adjust. And while we all try to establish a new normal at our workplaces, there will certainly be an added layer of health and safety measures (physical distancing, screening, handwashing, etc.) required to ensure the safety of our workers, our customers, and our visitors.
This guide is designed to offer the guidance that New Brunswick workplaces need to help get business back up and running safely considering the pandemic. It also includes a template operational plan for reopening a business.
https://www.worksafenb.ca/media/60996/embracing-the-new-normal.pdf
Make no mistake: the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic has changed how we work. These changes extend to how individuals commute, enter workplaces, interact with others, manage tasks, and more”.
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March 19, 2020 - State of Emergency Declared
March 19, 2020
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you, the members of the CANB for your patience and understanding in this uncertain and unprecedented time.
Premier Blaine Higgs has declared New Brunswick a State of Emergency, all cosmetology establishments must close immediately.
The office of the CANB will remain closed until April 6, 2020
Be Safe and Healthy
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March 18, 2020 - Recommended Closure
Dear members,
We have been working together with both the Chief Medical Officer of Health and with our colleagues in NS (The Cosmetology Association of Nova Scotia) and PEI (The PEI Hairdressers Association).
The COVID 19 pandemic has been evolving daily, and in some cases hourly.
Thank you for your patience and support during these unprecedented times.
This afternoon, both the Chief Public Health Officer of Prince Edward Island and the Chief Medical Officer of Health for Nova Scotia will announce the closure of all salons in their jurisdictions. We are working with the New Brunswick Chief Officer of Medical Health, but we do not have an order from them yet.
That said, our Association has two founding missions:
- Promote our Profession
- Protect the Public
We are preparing a list of FAQs for you. These will be posted on our website and our Facebook Page later today. We will keep these updated throughout the COVID-19 pandemic as it progresses.
We will get through this, and we will come out the other side stronger as an association. Thank you for your patience, support, and cooperation
Frequently Asked Questions
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