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Provide laser skin treatments

Provide laser skin treatments

Unit of competency
National Code
SHBBSKT007
State Code
ODR53
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
90
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to safely apply laser technologies as part of staged programs to improve the appearance of the skin. It requires the ability to provide multiple treatments and to modify the treatment program to achieve optimum outcomes for the client within the safety framework that relates to the use of laser equipment.This unit applies to skin therapists who work in beauty salons or skin clinics where skin therapy is provided.The skills and knowledge required to assess a client, and design and plan skin treatment programs using light technologies are covered in SHBBSKT006 Design laser skin treatment programs.The unit reflects the safety guidelines, for a broad range of laser applications, expressed in the following Australian and New Zealand Standards, current at the time of publication:AS/NZS 4173:2018 Safe use of lasers and intense light sources in health careAS/NZS IEC 60825.1:2014 Safety of laser products Part 1: Equipment classifications and requirementsAS/NZS 1336:2014 Eye and face protection - Guidelines.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.The use of laser is subject to legislation, regulation and licensing in some Australian States and Territories.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare treatment environment and equipment.
  • 1.1. Access and review agreed client treatment program if available to determine requirements for individual treatment.
  • 1.2. Check that treatment environment is correctly organised and free from safety risks and hazards.
  • 1.3. Confirm completion of risk assessment and equipment checks and take any required corrective action.
  • 1.4. Set up equipment and check to ensure correct functioning as per manufacturer instructions and safe practice protocols.
  • 1.5. Cleanse and prepare treatment area and sanitise equipment prior to use on client.
  • 1.6. Complete workplace and pre-treatment documentation required for treatment environment and equipment preparation.
2. Prepare self and client.
  • 2.1. Identify need for and receive signed medical approval to proceed with treatment from client.
  • 2.2. Review pre-treatment documentation and confirm treatment program with client.
  • 2.3. Determine, through discussion and questioning, changes to client medical history and contraindications arising since time of treatment program development.
  • 2.4. Review outcomes of patch test to confirm no existence of allergies or adverse effects that will require change to treatment program.
  • 2.5. Adjust treatment program to reflect identified changes and obtain signed client consent for adjusted treatment program.
  • 2.6. Explain treatment process and likely sensations to client to ensure client comfort.
  • 2.7. Identify jewellery worn by self and client and remove, or where not removable, tape according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • 2.8. Fit and adjust personal protective equipment, including eye protection, to self, client and others who may be present during treatment.
  • 2.9. Maintain infection control procedures throughout treatment.
3. Provide laser skin treatment.
  • 3.1. Follow organisational policies and procedures, laser safety plan and legislative requirements to apply laser according to treatment program.
  • 3.2. Explain treatment and sensation, and reassure client throughout each stage of treatment process.
  • 3.3. Perform a test shot according to treatment settings and in an area relevant to treatment site.
  • 3.4. Observe immediate skin reaction and level of client discomfort.
  • 3.5. Modify treatment program plan and re-adjust and record treatment settings where indicated by an immediate adverse skin reaction or client poor pain tolerance.
  • 3.6. Start treatment on least pain sensitive area.
  • 3.7. Apply equipment to treatment areas for required amount of time.
  • 3.8. Work sequentially on target area, avoiding repeat treating any area immediately after first shot.
  • 3.9. Turn off equipment and photograph treated skin areas at completion of treatment service.
4. Review treatment and provide post-treatment advice.
  • 4.1. Select and apply post-treatment skin cooling products according to treatment plan and client reaction to treatment.
  • 4.2. Advise client on post-treatment and self-care and ask questions to confirm client understanding.
  • 4.3. Advise client on client care and precautionary requirements for period leading up to next treatment.
  • 4.4. Record treatment and adjust treatment plan to reflect treatment and outcomes.
  • 4.5. Complete post-treatment documentation according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • 4.6. Initiate follow-up to check for post-treatment complications and adverse effects according to organisational policies and procedures.
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State Code National Code Title Type
BHJ9 SHB60221 Advanced Diploma of Skin Therapy Qualification