Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect performance.
The following variables may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts. Bold italicised text from the performance criteria is detailed here.

Tools and equipment may include:

electrical equipment

scissors

clippers and guards

neck brushes

combs

brushes

sectioning clips

rollers

clips

perm rods

tint brushes

bowls.

Workplace policies and procedures may include:

health and hygiene

occupational health and safety

waste disposal.

Scissors may include:

straight blades

curved blades

convex blades

texturising shears

thinning shears.

Clippers may include:

cordless re-chargeable clippers

electric clippers with cords.

Clean linen may include:

towels

wraps

gowns.

Relevant legislative and regulatory requirements may include:

state and territory health regulations pertaining to hairdressing establishments

skin penetration legislation

local government (council) health regulations.

The evidence guide describes the underpinning knowledge and skills that must be demonstrated to prove competence. It is essential for assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, the range statement and the assessment guidelines of the relevant Training Package.
Overview of assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit of competency must be able to perform routine cleaning and maintenance of tools and equipment. The evidence provided must also demonstrate knowledge and skills in the application of relevant legislation and workplace policies and procedures with regard to health and hygiene and the safe care and maintenance of tools and equipment.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
knowledge and consistent application of relevant legislation and workplace policies, procedures and safe work practices in relation to cleaning and hygiene
knowledge of the transmission routes of infectious conditions and skills in the application of standard infection-control precautions
knowledge and consistent application of workplace procedures and relevant legislation for the safe storage of cleaned and/or disinfected tools, equipment and linen
ability to check and maintain in safe working order a range of tools and equipment
demonstrated adherence to workplace procedures in referring tools and equipment for repair as required
reading, accurately interpreting and consistently applying manufacturer's instructions relating to cleaning products and disinfectants
cleaning, oiling and re-setting clippers
cleaning, oiling and re-setting scissors.

Context of assessment
For valid and reliable assessment of this unit, competency should be consistently demonstrated over a period of time and observed by the assessor and/or the technical expert working in partnership with the assessor. The technical expert may include the hairdresser and/or an experienced person at the workplace.
Competency should be demonstrated in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment in a range of situations that may include client interruptions and involvement in other related activities normally expected in the workplace. For further guidance on the use of an appropriate simulated environment, refer to the Assessment Guidelines in this Training Package.

Specific resources for assessment
Competency for this unit should be assessed through access to:
relevant documentation such as local health regulations, occupational health and safety legislation and regulations, workplace procedures for the safe care and maintenance of tools and equipment, and other legislative requirements
a range of tools and equipment appropriate to the hairdressing workplace
labels on cleaning and disinfecting products, and other sources of product information
a qualified workplace assessor or assessment team.

Relationship to other units
In the context of an assessment-only and/or a training delivery and assessment pathway, all units that relate to a job function may be integrated for assessment purposes.
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WRHCS205A Follow personal health and safety routines at work
WRRLP1B Apply safe working practices.

Method of assessment
The following assessment method is suggested.
Observation of the learner performing a range of tasks in an actual or simulated work environment, over sufficient time to demonstrate his/her handling of a range of contingencies. Tasks may include:
cleaning and disinfecting tools following a range of services
storing cleaned and disinfected tools and equipment
oiling and re-setting clippers
oiling and re-setting scissors
replacing disposable razor blades
honing and stropping straight razors
referring tools and equipment for repair and/or maintenance.

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
For valid and reliable assessment of this unit, evidence should be gathered through a range of methods to indicate consistent performance.
It can be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone, through an integrated assessment activity or through a combination of both.
Evidence should be gathered as part of the learning process.

Communicating ideas and information
Following workplace policies and procedures for the cleaning and maintenance of tools and equipment requires the communication of ideas and information with other staff. (1)

Collecting analysing and organising information
Cleaning and disinfecting tools and equipment require information on workplace policies and procedures and legislative requirements to be collected, analysed and organised. (1)

Planning and organising activities
Cleaning and disinfecting tools and equipment according to a workplace routine require activities to be planned and organised. (1)

Working with others and in teams
Maintaining tools and equipment for use by other team members requires teamwork. (1)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
Measuring and using cleaning and disinfecting products require the use of mathematical ideas and techniques. (1)

Solving problems
Identifying faulty tools and equipment and arranging for repairs require problem solving skills. (2)

Using technology
Checking and maintaining electrical equipment may require the use of technology. (1)