Assessment Requirements for SHBBNLS011 Use electric file equipment for nail services

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Assessment Requirements for SHBBNLS011 Use electric file equipment for nail services

Modification History

Supersedes and is not equivalent to SHBBNLS005 Use electric file equipment for nail services.

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:

provide a total of six nail services using an electric nail file for clients requiring one or more of the following services:

preparation for French backfills

preparation for infill or refills

shortening and reshaping nails

refining enhancement surface

design and record treatment plan for each client specifying details of:

adverse reactions

after-care advice

areas requiring special treatment

client feedback

contraindications

design

nails analysis

tools and equipment

adjust electric file equipment operating range:

hand piece:

position

pressure

range of bits and burs

speed

demonstrate safe use of electricity when operating electric file.

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 nail services

organisational policies and procedures relevant to nail services:

client record management

dust 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 disposal

work health and safety

scope of practice as it applies to nail services:

when to refer clients to other practitioners

importance of not stating a diagnosis of a contraindication

appearance and gross anatomy of skin and nails

growth, shape, and functions of nails

contraindications which prevent treatment or require referral to health practitioners and relationship to electric file 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

non-normal skin around nail

appearance of skin and nail disorders, and relationship to electric file services

adverse effects to electrical nail file service

electric file equipment characteristics and use:

variable speed electric file

burs or bits:

diamond

carbide

sanding bands and mandrel

various styles of chuck, revs per minute (RPM), range or speed versus variable speed

effect of RPM and torque, and their relationship to clients treatment plan

electric file maintenance, cleaning and care

structural and aesthetic requirements for artificial nails

effects, advantages and disadvantages of using electrical equipment

safety aspects of electric file use:

on client nails so there is no damage to nail plate

operation and maintenance of electrical equipment

safe and environmentally effective methods of venting nail chemical fumes

safety data sheets requirements, location and use in salon

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

aftercare advice, products and future service to maintain nail care.

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 nail service 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 nail services

manufacturer instructions and safety data sheets.

Assessment must ensure use of:

cleaning and disinfection products and equipment

client chairs

electric file designed for nail services with bits and burs

dust and vapour extraction unit

hand and nail sanitiser

manicure table with table lamp and mats

operator chairs

personal protective equipment:

disposable gloves

face masks

safety glasses

treatment towels, cotton or disposable.

Assessment activities that allow the individual to:

complete advanced nail treatments using electric nail file 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 the 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