Module 4 – Health, Safety & Injury Prevention
 
Protecting Dog and Handler
 
Overview
 
This module focuses on preventing injuries, stress, and accidents during home grooming. Owners learn how environment, posture, equipment, and preparation all influence safety — for both the dog and the human.
 
Topics Covered
Injury risks during grooming
Table safety vs floor grooming
Slips, falls, and surface choice
Tool-related injuries and prevention
Posture, fatigue, and handler safety
PPE for dogs and owners
Creating a calm, safe grooming environment
Force-free handling and ethical restraint
Muzzles: when, why, and how to use ethically
 
Owner Worksheets and Quick Reference Guides
Pre Groom Heath Check and Body Map 
What to do if....? - an emergency response guide