Assessment Requirements for SHBBNLS008 Apply gel and dip powder nail enhancements

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Assessment Requirements for SHBBNLS008 Apply gel and dip powder nail enhancements

Modification History

Supersedes and is not equivalent to SHBBNLS002 Apply gel nail enhancements.

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:

follow treatment plans and provide four gel nail enhancements for clients that include one of each of the following gel nail enhancement services:

colour gel

French natural and clear tips

overlays

sculptured nails using sculpting forms

for each of the above, provide gel nail enhancements with:

structural integrity

smooth surface

suitability for client’s nail shape

provide maintenance gel nail services that demonstrate each of the following at least once:

refills

French backfills

blending regrowth lines

correcting side walls of extensions

rebalancing stress curves

refining gel enhancements surfaces

repairing damaged, chipped or broken gel

follow treatment plans and provide four dip powder nail enhancement services for clients which include two of each of the following nail enhancement services:

French natural and clear finishes

Colour

for each of the above, provide dip nail enhancements with:

structural integrity

smooth surface

suitability for client’s nail shape

minimal damage to natural nails

provide maintenance dip powder nail services that demonstrate each of the following at least once:

French backfills

blending regrowth lines

correcting side walls of extensions

refining enhancements surfaces

repairing damaged, chipped or broken nail surfaces

complete at least two removals of gel products and two removals of dip powder products with minimal damage to natural nails

develop and update treatment plans and records for each client specifying details of:

adverse reactions

after-care advice

areas requiring special treatment

client feedback

colours used

contraindications

nails analysis

required services

treatment sequence

type of nail enhancement

treatment duration.

Knowledge Evidence

Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:

state or territory and local health and hygiene regulations and requirements relevant to providing gel and dip powder nail enhancement services

organisational policies and procedures relevant to providing gel and dip powder nail enhancement services:

client record management

dust and vapour extraction

equipment use and maintenance

incident reporting

linen use and laundry procedures

methods of venting air

personal hygiene and presentation

presentation of treatment area

safe use of chemicals

use of personal protective equipment for client and operator:

dust masks

gloves

goggles

waste and hazardous substances disposal

work health and safety

scope of practice as it applies to gel and dip powder nail enhancements:

when to refer clients to other practitioners

importance of not stating a diagnosis of a contraindication

growth, shape, and functions of nails

contraindications which prevent treatment or require referral to health practitioners and relationship to gel and dip powder nail services:

allergic reactions

bacterial, fungal, parasitic and viral infections

bruising or swelling around nail

contraindications of products used in combination or with other services

damaged natural nails from ineffective application or removal of enhancements

abnormal skin around nail

appearance of skin and nail disorders and relationship to gel and dip powder nail services

adverse effects of gel and dip powder products and how to modify treatment or provide remedial action:

allergy to product

damage to natural nail due to poor application or removal technique

exothermic reactions

peeling of product

product discolouration or cracking

natural nail separation

product reaction to temperature

pseudomonas (bacterial infection)

gel and dip powder products’ properties, chemical components, and their effects on natural nails:

primers

dip powder nail remover

dehydrator

base coat

nail adhesive

dip powders

sealers

top coats

coloured gel

gel cleansers and removers

multilayer gel

UV and non-UV gel products

various styles of tips and enhancements

impact of chemicals in gel and dip powder nail products and techniques to minimise over-exposure and injury

safe and environmentally effective methods of venting nail chemical fumes

safety data sheet requirements, location and use in salon

sustainable operating procedures for the conservation of product, water and power

aftercare advice, products and future services for the maintenance of gel and dip powder nail enhancement.

Assessment Conditions

Skills must be demonstrated in a nail services environment; this can be:

a beauty industry workplace or

a simulated beauty workplace set up for the purpose of skills assessment, that provides services to paying members of the public.

Assessment must ensure access to:

paying clients with different gel or dip powder nail enhancement needs, who have the expectation that the services provided reflect those of a commercial business

hand washing facilities:

basin

hot and cold running water

liquid soap

single use towels or hand dryer

relevant workplace documentation:

blank client records

organisational policies and procedures relevant to the application of gel and dip powder nail enhancements

manufacturer instructions and safety data sheets.

Assessment must ensure use of:

dip powder products from comprehensive professional range that include:

primers

dip powder nail remover

dehydrator

base coat

adhesive

dip powders of varying colours

sealers

top coats

various styles of tips and enhancements

gel products from comprehensive professional range:

coloured gel

dehydrator

gel cleanser

multilayer UV gels or base-build top

nail adhesive

primer

UV and non-UV gel products

cleaning and disinfection products and equipment

client chair

equipment:

clippers

brushes

buffers

curing lights

cuticle pushers

dappen dishes

desk towels

hand rests

files

sculpting forms

manicure table with table lamp and mats

tip cutters

dust and vapour extraction unit

hand and nail sanitiser

operator chair

personal protective equipment:

disposable gloves

dust masks

safety glasses

treatment towels, cotton or disposable.

Assessment activities that allow the individual to:

complete gels and dip powder nail enhancements within commercially realistic speed, timing and productivity

demonstrate competency in an environment reflective of real work situations

manage tasks and contingencies in the context of the job role.

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations’ requirements for assessors and:

hold a qualification as a nail technician or beauty therapist

have worked as a nail technician or beauty therapist for at least three years where they have applied the skills and knowledge of this unit of competency.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=255d312b-db07-48f2-b6d6-1b0b06c42898