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Use electric file equipment for nail services

Use electric file equipment for nail services

Unit of competency
National Code
SHBBNLS011
State Code
ODR18
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/12/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/04/2022
Field of Education
110301 - Beauty Therapy
Original Release Date
12/04/2022
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use electric file equipment in conjunction with artificial nail applications.It requires the ability to consult with clients, select from a range of bits and use electric file equipment to prepare for or modify an artificial nail application. The electric file nail service can be an individual service or form part of a series of services.This unit applies to nail technicians, beauticians and beauty therapist in beauty and nail salons. In this environment they interpret observations and information following known routines in order to safely use electric nail files.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Establish client priorities.
  • 1.1. Access and review client treatment plan if available.
  • 1.2. Discuss electric nail service requirements with client.
  • 1.3. Identify contraindications to nail file services, and refer client to appropriate professional as required.
  • 1.4. Identify conditions and client characteristics relevant to nail file services and discuss treatment and product effects with client.
  • 1.5. Design treatment plan, confirm with client and record.
2. Prepare for electric nail filing.
  • 2.1. Prepare treatment area and equipment according to organisational procedures.
  • 2.2. Present self, according to organisational policy.
  • 2.3. Select products and equipment and personal protective equipment.
  • 2.4. Maintain posture to minimise fatigue and risk of injury during treatment.
  • 2.5. Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process.
  • 2.6. Comply with health and hygiene regulations and requirements.
3. Use electric file equipment.
  • 3.1. Sanitise and prepare client nails for service.
  • 3.2. Complete electric file service according to manufacturer instructions and safety data sheets at appropriate stages in nail service.
  • 3.3. Modify technique for use of electric nail file according to client needs and treatment plan.
4. Review service.
  • 4.1. Seek client feedback, revise and record treatment plan.
  • 4.2. Recommend home care, products and future services.
  • 4.3. Update treatment plan and rebook client as required.
5. Clean service area.
  • 5.1. Remove used towels and clean surfaces and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • 5.2. Clean and disinfect electrical file equipment.
  • 5.3. Restock equipment and products in preparation for next treatment.
  • 5.4. Dispose of general waste to minimise negative environmental impacts according to organisational policies and procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVG05 SHBBNLS005 Use electric file equipment for nail services Unit of competency