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 may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that 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) may also be included.
Clients may include:
new or regular clients with routine or special needs
people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with varying physical and mental abilities.
UV gel nail enhancement service must include:
application over French, natural and clear tips
natural nail overlays
French backfill
refill
sculptured UV gel nails
fingernails and toenails
UV gel coating over acrylic
application of colour UV gel.
Relevant legislation and codes may include:
federal, state or territory, and local health and hygiene regulations
occupational health and safety legislation
industry codes of practice.
Workplace policies and procedures may include:
health and hygiene
workplace product range and manufacturer instructions
product safety procedures
environmental protection practices, such as:
methods of venting air
temperature and air currents
waste minimisation
energy efficiency, e.g. electricity saving devices and practices
waste disposal
resource management
water efficiency
workplace time frame allocated for service.
Treatment plan may include:
required service
areas requiring special treatment
products selected for service
recommended home-care products
use of electric file
tools, implements and equipment
follow-up procedures.
Maintenance requirements may include:
removing loose gel
repairing damaged, chipped or broken nails (natural or artificial)
blending regrowth lines
repolishing with colour or French polish
refining gel nail surface
shortening
reshaping
reapplying new nail
rebalancing stress curve
correcting side walls of extension.
Specific gel nail treatment complications may include:
product exothermic reaction
product skin sensitivity reaction
natural nail separation
discolouring of product
peeling of product
bacterial infection (pseudomonas)
injury to natural nail due to damage to artificial nail.
Contraindications may include:
damaged natural nails from ineffective removal of artificial nails
bacterial, viral or fungal infections
warts
inflamed skin
visible non-normal nails
rashes
blisters
corns
calluses.
Appropriate professional may include:
medical practitioner
complementary therapist.
Gel nail products may include:
acid or non-acid primer
thin and gel adhesive
various styles of tips
dehydrator
hand and nail sanitisers
UV and non-UV gel
coloured gel
soak off UV gels
one phase UV gels
traditional multilayer UV gels or base-build top
UV gel cleanser.
Equipment must include:
sanitising tray or unit for implements, with appropriate strength solution
table with air venting facility and chair
hand and nail sanitiser
UV light
desk lamp
desk mats
desk towels
brushes
files, including emery boards, metal and buffers
tip cutters
sculpting forms
cuticle pushers.
Equipment may include:
electric file
Personal protective equipment must include:
face masks
goggles
gloves.
Treatment waste may include:
filing dust
desk mats
gel wipes.
Product recommendations may include:
buffers
files
cuticle oil or cream
polish
polish remover
hand cream.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
applying safe work practices and relevant health regulations when applying gel nail enhancement
recognising and managing specific gel nail treatment complications, including:
product exothermic reaction
product skin sensitivity reaction
natural nail separation
discolouring of product
peeling of product
bacterial infection (pseudomonas)
injury to natural nail due to damage to artificial nail
interpreting and applying manufacturer instructions and safety data sheets for products, tools and equipment
consistently designing treatment plans and providing advice to meet client needs, including:
type of artificial nail procedure and product
product application techniques
areas requiring corrective or remedial services
home-care or complementary products
safely applying a variety of UV gel nail products for enhancement services, including:
artificial nail removal
application and refill of artificial nails
polish/varnish application
consistent and accurate application of product to nail surfaces, avoiding skin to reduce risk of skin irritation
applying workplace chemical control procedures during application of gel nails
effective time management of services and control of product waste.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
that competency is consistently demonstrated over a period of time and observed by the assessor or the technical expert working in partnership with the assessor as described in the Assessment Guidelines
that competency is demonstrated in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment in a range of real work situations which may include client interruptions and involvement in other related activities normally expected in the workplace.

Assessment must ensure access to:
a fully equipped gel nail services workstation, which includes as a minimum:
effective exhaust system for nail chemical vapours
manicure table
operator chair
client chair
nail table lamp
implement sanitising tray
hand and nail sanitiser at each table
UV light
desk mats
desk towels
brushes
files, including emery boards, metal and buffers
tip cutters
sculpting forms
cuticle pushers
personal protective equipment, including disposable gloves
UV gel nail products from a comprehensive professional nail services range
appropriate cleaning and disinfection products and equipment
relevant workplace documentation including:
manufacturer's equipment instructions
product instructions
manufacturer safety data sheets
workplace policies and procedures manuals
a range of clients with different UV gel nail requirements.
For further guidance on the use of an appropriate simulated environment, refer to the Assessment Guidelines in this Training Package.
Methods of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct observation of learners performing a range of tasks in an actual or simulated work environment, over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies, including:
preparing client for gel nail enhancement service
recognising skin and nail conditions, including specific gel nail treatment complications and providing advice to clients
removing artificial nails according to manufacturer instructions
applying and refilling artificial nails according to agreed treatment plans
applying workplace chemical control procedures during application of UV gel nails
written and oral questioning appropriate to the language and literacy level of the learner, to assess knowledge and understanding of the provision of UV gel nail enhancement services, including maintenance advice and relevant legislation
completion of self-paced learning materials, including personal reflection and feedback from a trainer, coach or supervisor.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SIBBNLS201A Work in a nail services framework
SIBBNLS202A Provide manicure and pedicare services
SIBBNLS205A Apply nail art
SIBBNLS206A Use electric file equipment for nails.