ISSN: 2782-893X
eISSN: 2799-0664
ISSN: 2782- 893X
— This study determined the sanitation and infection prevention practices of the spa owners and massage therapist in Tacloban City. It assessed their practices, safety precautions, proper storage, waste disposal and customer service. Descriptive Method of research and survey questionnaire were used in the research. This study used questionnaire as the instrument in gathering the data. Respondents were the spa owners, therapist and customers. It shows that majority of the therapist are new and young enough in handling business and customers. The results indicate that women still dominate in the spa industry. It shows that spa is potential to the single who were jobless. Majority of the respondents were able to finish secondary and has zero (0) to two (2) years experienced that means they were new and needs more knowledge on their chosen field as massage therapist. They acquired skills and knowledge in wellness through observations and experiences only. Most of them does not have proper education. Their practices on hygienic and health activities towards sanitation and health has been perceived as seldom. The above-mentioned hygienic activities are vital in infection control and the spread of contagious disease. The findings indicate that majority of the respondents needs to have proper training in the process in sanitation, proper storage, safety precautions and waste disposal. The findings indicate that in order for them meet the requirements of sanitation as prescribed by the Sanitation Code of the Philippines, they need to have seminars and trainings. Their best practices is a great help for keeping the patron’s loyalty towards them. It helps to maintain cleanliness and proper sanitation for the welfare of everybody for public safety. Keywords — Public Administration, Spa Industry, Sanitation, Sterilization, Customer Service, Descriptive Method, Tacloban City