How to Wear a Hairnet

News · 30 April 2026

A hairnet should be worn like this: It must cover all hair completely, including the front hairline, sides including the ears, back of the head, and any loose strands of

How to Wear a Hairnet

A hairnet should be worn like this:

It must cover all hair completely, including the front hairline, sides including the ears, back of the head, and any loose strands of hair. The edges should sit securely around the forehead and covering the ears so no hair can escape. If the person has long or thick hair, it should be tied up first, then fully tucked under the hairnet.

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