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Provide body massages

Provide body massages

Unit of competency
National Code
SHBBBOS008
State Code
ODR57
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
061711 - Massage Therapy
Original Release Date
12/04/2022
Nominal Hours
90
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide full body relaxation massages.It requires the ability to establish priorities with clients, design body massage routines, and provide advice on body products and protection from environmental damage. Body massage can be a single treatment or form part of a series of treatments. This unit applies to beauty therapists who work in beauty salons, massage clinics and spas. In this environment they work as part of a team but make independent treatment decisions. 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 body massage requirements and lifestyle factors with client to identify treatment priorities.
  • 1.3. Identify client skin, contraindications, and possible adverse reactions and discuss with client.
  • 1.4. Refer client to appropriate professional as required.
  • 1.5. Review client medical history, medications and obtain medical approval prior to treatment as required.
2. Design and recommend massage.
  • 2.1. Design proposed treatment for a single or series of treatments and discuss benefits and potential adverse effects with client.
  • 2.2. Explain recommendations for duration, frequency and cost of body massages to client.
  • 2.3. Modify treatment plan, record updates and obtain client consent.
3. Prepare for body massage treatment.
  • 3.1. Check readiness of treatment area and availability of equipment.
  • 3.2. Prepare client and select massage products based on agreed treatment plan.
  • 3.3. Present self, according to organisational policy.
  • 3.4. Use energy, water, products and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process.
  • 3.5. Comply with health and hygiene regulations and requirements.
4. Provide body massages.
  • 4.1. Position self and client to minimise fatigue and risk of injury.
  • 4.2. Apply massage medium, movements and techniques according to treatment plan.
  • 4.3. Vary massage routine to suit treatment objectives and client reactions.
  • 4.4. Ensure client comfort and modesty throughout treatment.
  • 4.5. Allow post treatment recovery time in a relaxing environment.
  • 4.6. Maintain cultural sensitivity, maturity and confidentiality throughout service.
  • 4.7. Recognise and respect the client’s social, cultural and spiritual differences and uphold their rights.
5. Review massage and provide body care advice.
  • 5.1. Evaluate body massage treatment with client.
  • 5.2. Record outcomes of treatment on client treatment plan.
  • 5.3. Review current body skin care regimen and make recommendations to support client objectives.
  • 5.4. Manage client expectations of potential outcomes.
  • 5.5. Recommend home care, lifestyle changes, products and future treatments.
  • 5.6. Update treatment plan and records, and rebook client as required.
6. Clean treatment area.
  • 6.1. Remove used linen, and clean surfaces and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • 6.2. Restock equipment and products in preparation for next treatment.
  • 6.3. Dispose of general waste and used treatment products to minimise negative environmental impacts and according to organisational policies and procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVG53 SHBBBOS002 Provide body massages Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
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BHK1 SHB40121 Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy Qualification