That training includes infection prevention and control, Dr. Deena Hinshaw said in responding to concerns raised by some hairstylists and barbers this week. Hinshaw said allowing hairstylists to work before other personal service providers follows reopening plans used in other jurisdictions. Stylists say they haven't seen specific guidance about how to work in such close proximity to clients during the COVID-19 pandemic. "We are continuing to work on additional risk mitigation for barbers and hairstylists for preparation of stage one of relaunch," Hinshaw said. Alberta hairstylists rely on the province to govern their industry as they don't have a professional association to provide guidance.

Source: CBC News May 08, 2020 00:11 UTC