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Shave heads and faces

Shave heads and faces

Unit of competency
National Code
SHBHCUT012
State Code
AWY30
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
31/03/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/10/2016
Field of Education
110303 - Hairdressing
Original Release Date
12/10/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to complete face and head shaves after analysing the client’s head, face and hair characteristics for impacting factors.This unit applies to hairdressers and barbers with well-developed skills who work in hairdressing salons or barber shops. They use discretion and judgement to manage the client service and take responsibility for the outcomes of their work.In some Australian states and territories, the use of straight razors is prohibited. No occupational licensing, certification or other specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare client for face or head shave.
  • 1.1.Visually and physically examine and analyse client head, face and hair characteristics.
  • 1.2.Identify contraindications to proceeding with shave and explain any present to client.
  • 1.3.Apply wraps to ensure client protection and safety.
  • 1.4.Apply a hot towel to soften area to be shaved.
2. Shave head and face areas.
  • 2.1.Select and prepare equipment required for service.
  • 2.2.Maintain client and operator comfort, safety and hygiene throughout shaving service according to organisational procedures.
  • 2.3.Position and adjust client head and neck during service to enable ease of access to head and face areas.
  • 2.4.Apply conditioning oil and hot towels to soften hair.
  • 2.5.Apply a wet lather of shaving cream and remove lather from areas that will not be shaved.
  • 2.6.Stretch skin taut and using the free hand, shave over once, using razor movements that ensure safe access to area being shaved.
  • 2.7.Complete a second and close shave against the hair growth for a smooth result.
  • 2.8.Treat blood spots according to relevant skin penetration regulations and organisational procedures.
  • 2.9.Apply hot then cold towels on completion of shave.
3. Finalise and review service.
  • 3.1.Apply after shave products to complete service.
  • 3.2.Review service outcomes against client expectations and confirm client satisfaction with result.
  • 3.3.Clean or dispose of equipment and dispose of hair waste according to health regulations and organisational procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D8696 SIHHHCS309A Perform face and head shaves Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZZ5 SHB30516 Certificate III in Barbering Qualification
BAA1 SHB30416 Certificate III in Hairdressing Qualification