CARSAT: an opportunity for hair professionals
As a professional in the hairdressing sector, your health and well-being at work are essential. Good news: the Health Insurance, via CARSAT, has set up a particularly advantageous financial aid scheme for professionals. This initiative aims to encourage the equipping of ergonomic equipment for hair salons, thereby preventing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and improving working conditions.
What does the CARSAT aid for hair salons consist of?
Health Insurance now offers significant subsidies for salons wishing to equip themselves with accredited ergonomic equipment. The scheme allows for a reimbursement of up to 70% of the invested amount, within a limit of €25,000 per salon. It should be noted that a minimum purchase of €1,000 is required to benefit from this aid.
These aids represent a unique opportunity to invest in quality equipment that will preserve your health in the long term, while significantly reducing your initial investment.
Important: These subsidies are granted after your application has been accepted by your CARSAT organization and subject to available budget. It is therefore recommended to start the process quickly.
Why act and invest in ergonomic equipment?
Investing in ergonomic equipment offers many advantages for your hair salon:
- Reduce fatigue and physical pain related to restrictive postures and repetitive daily movements
- Prevent musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), the leading cause of occupational diseases in the hairdressing sector
- Improve your well-being and productivity thanks to optimized working conditions
Am I eligible for this aid?
There are several conditions to be eligible for CARSAT aid:
- Affiliation to the general social security scheme
- Up-to-date single occupational risk assessment document
- Up-to-date URSSAF contributions
- Membership of an occupational health service
Before preparing your application, check if your salon meets the eligibility criteria using the simulator provided.
Eligible equipment available at Gouiran Beauté
Several ergonomic equipment offered by Gouiran Beauté are eligible for CARSAT aid. Here are two particularly recommended products:
1. Bernmann Lift Chair
This ergonomic chair offers several essential features to prevent MSDs:
- Height adjustable with an electric base
- Lockable rotation for an optimal working position
- Reclining backrest and footrest
- Height-adjustable headrest
2. Maletti Up & Down Basin (available in two versions)
These ergonomic washing basins offer:
- Height adjustment via an easily accessible button
- Electric version with adjustable leg rest for an optimal relaxation position
- Tilting basin to avoid neck pain
- Italian design
3. MIAMI LIFT washing basin
- Electric height adjustment: easy adjustment via a control pedal.
- Quality Italian manufacturing: guarantee of durability and elegance.
- Optimal ergonomics: MSD prevention thanks to a design made for your comfort.
- Absolute customer comfort: a washing experience transformed into a moment of relaxation.
4. ZEN LIFT Head Spa bed
5. HEAVEN basin
6. Shirobody Head Spa bed
- Multifunctional treatment bed combining massages and therapeutic water treatments
- Compatible with traditional Ayurvedic oil therapies
- Equipped with a steam treatment cap to improve scalp health
- Electric backrest recline up to 80° for facial treatments
- Water recirculation system option to reduce waste
FAQ
What is CARSAT?
CARSAT (Caisse d'assurance Retraite et de la Santé au Travail) is a regional social security body. Its dual mission covers the management of general scheme pensions and the prevention of occupational risks, including these financial aids to improve working conditions.
How to contact CARSAT by phone for free?
Dial 3960 (free service + call cost). For specific questions about ergonomic equipment subsidies, ask for the occupational risk prevention service.
Need help choosing the ideal ergonomic equipment for your salon? Our team is at your disposal to advise you personally.
