CBS Health and Safety Policy for Students

The College of Bowen Studies (CBS) endeavour to take all possible care for the health and safety of students attending our training courses.  We ask that you familiarise yourself with the following Health and Safety Policy and take all reasonable measures to ensure the safety of yourself, as well as being mindful of the safety and wellbeing of those around you. CBS will not be held responsible for students who do not follow this policy.

• Familiarise yourself with the layout of the building, identifying fire alarms, emergency exits and any potential hazards.
• Inform your tutor immediately if you discover anything that might compromise the safety of yourself or others.
• Please inform your tutor of any medical conditions, special requirements or disabilities, and the location of any medication or equipment that might be required. If you are seriously allergic to anything, please let your tutor know what it is and what the effects of exposure to these allergens might be.
• Do not attend training if you are aware that you have a contagious disease, infection or virus.
• Please inform your tutor and/or the people working on you, if you have any skin conditions or wounds that need particular care or should not be touched.
• During the practical sessions, students practise on one another. If you have any contra-indications or conditions which mean that you should not be worked on, or you feel you need a break from receiving Bowen, then please opt out of being worked on.
• Bowen moves should not hurt. If at any time you feel pain or discomfort, please tell whoever is working on you to stop, and ask the Tutor for guidance.  Likewise, if you feel unsure or are worried you might hurt somebody, stop and ask your tutor for assistance.
• CBS will not be held responsible for any injuries or repercussions occurring as a result of students using therapies other than Bowen. Mixing therapies may cause undesirable effects, and students are therefore discouraged from using any other modalities for the duration of the training period.
• Mental health and wellbeing during training is also important. If you feel that someone is behaving in an inappropriate manner, you are made to feel uncomfortable, or someone is actively disregarding this policy, please speak to your Tutor.

• Do not eat or chew gum during the practical training.
• You will be receiving a lot of Bowen over the training period.  To minimise reactions ensure that you drink at least 1 litre of still water each day and move around as much as possible.   If you or someone you have worked on, feels lightheaded or unwell during the practical training, please ensure they are safe, and if necessary alert the tutor
• Please look after your valuables and do not leave any materials of value in the building overnight.  CBS cannot take responsibility for theft.
• If you have brought food, medication or other perishable items, please store them carefully and at the appropriate temperatures.
• Therapy couches are not designed for more than one person to sit on, please use the chairs provided. CBS accepts no responsibility for injuries caused by unstable therapy couches, and may charge for any damage caused by their misuse.
• Please check any couch you are working on regularly, to ensure that it is sturdy and it has not become unstable during the course.  Please ensure that it is also of a suitable strength for those using it.  Couches must be supported as people dismount from them, to prevent them from tipping.
• Take care with hot drinks and clear up or report any spillages immediately.
• Avoid leaving bags, clothing or other items where they might create a hazard or obstacle.  If you see any such hazard, please move it.
• Paper couch roll is available for you to use if you so wish.  It is recommended that you use only your own towels to lie on, and use the cleaning products provided to wipe down any surfaces, as required.
• Wash your hands after using the toilet.  Wash hands and/or use hand sanitizer before and after treatments, and after the procedures specified.
• If you must smoke or vape, please do so in the designated areas only, and thoroughly wash your hands afterwards.  The smell of tobacco smoke is noticeable and unpleasant for many people.
• A first aid kit is available, and your tutor is a qualified First-Aider.  Please see them if you need any first aid and for your own safety, ensure that any incident is recorded in the accident book which is carried by all CBS Tutors.

Updated 01/01/2026