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.
Treatment plan must include:
treatment areas
contraindications
relevant medical conditions and medications
equipment
pigments
anaesthetic
outcomes of previous treatments.
Clients may include:
new or regular clients with routine or special needs
male or female clients
people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and age groups with varying physical and mental abilities.
Visual representation of expected outcomes may include:
examples of previous work
make-up simulation
difference between cosmetic tattooing and semi-permanent make-up.
Treatment procedure may include:
sequencing
pre- and post-treatment products.
Relevant legislation may include:
state or territory Acts and local regulations relating to skin penetration
health regulations
occupational health and safety legislation.
Workplace policies and procedures may include:
environmental protection practices, such as:
safe disposal of sharps and other treatment waste
waste minimisation
energy efficiency, e.g. electricity saving devices and practices
resource management
water efficiency
designated time frames for the completion of the service.
Equipment and materials must include:
cosmetic tattoo machine and matching transmission shaft
colour pigment holders
disposable needles suitable for a variety of body areas
needle caps
a minimum of ten colour pigments
topical anaesthetic creams
mouthguards.
Materials may include:
pigments
swabs.
Patch test must include:
replication of treatment plan:
procedures
products
equipment.
Post-patch test products may include:
ice packs
ointments
creams
serums
mild analgesics.
Waste may include:
needles or probes
gloves
swabs.
Treatment area may include:
lips
eyelids
brow
face
areola.
Infection controlprocedures must include:
use of personal protective equipment
equipment sterilisation
equipment disinfection
use of disposable equipment.
Skin penetration procedures must include:
disinfection of treatment area
prevention of blood to blood contact
disposal of sharps
disposal of infectious and non-infectious waste.
Client feedback may include:
comments
suggestions
enquiries.
Relevant outcomes of treatment may include:
client satisfaction with treatment
pain experienced
appearance of treatment area.
Future treatment program may include:
number and frequency of treatments
complementary services or treatments.
Home-care advice may include:
product recommendations
managing the healing process
follow-up treatments
ongoing assessment.
Adverse effects may include:
inflammation arising from treatment
scarring
bruising
unsatisfactory appearance.
Source of referral may include:
beauty therapist
make-up artist
physician, surgeon or dermatologist.

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 the requirements of federal, state or territory Acts and local regulations relating to skin penetration and infection control
applying safe work practices in regard to cosmetic tattooing
interpreting a treatment plan, including adapting the treatment to accommodate changes in client's condition
recognising and managing contraindications and adverse effects
selecting appropriate pigment needles, angle, depth, and electrical current level and safely applying cosmetic tattooing techniques for a variety of treatment areas
using effective questioning and active listening techniques to consult, reassure and negotiate with clients throughout the treatment, while maintaining discretion and confidentiality
evaluating a cosmetic tattooing treatment and advising the client on home care and future treatments.
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 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 and compliant cosmetic tattooing environment, which includes as a minimum:
individual client workstations
cosmetic tattoo equipment
electricity supply at each workstation
multiple disposable needles suitable for a variety of body and facial areas
needle caps
colour pigment holders
ten colour pigments
topical anaesthetic cream
disposable towels
disposable mouthguards
personal protective equipments, including disposable gloves
a range of products and equipment from a professional 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 cosmetic tattooing 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:
observation of learners performing a range of tasks in a simulated work environment, over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies, including:
selecting and mixing appropriate pigments
applying cosmetic tattoos
reviewing the outcomes of cosmetic tattoo procedures with clients
providing post-treatment advice
applying infection control procedures
written and oral questioning appropriate to the language and literacy level of the learner, to assess knowledge and understanding of designing and performing cosmetic tattooing procedures, including the safe application of electricity and infection control and skin penetration
completion of workplace documentation relevant to designing and performing cosmetic tattooing
third-party reports from technical experts
completion of self-paced learning materials, including personal reflection and feedback from a trainer or supervisor.

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SIBBCCS404A Work in a skin therapies framework
SIBBCCS406A Use electricity in beauty therapy treatments
SIBBCCS407A Interpret the chemical composition and physical actions of cosmetic products.