SHBBNLS012 — Apply advanced nail art
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What an assessment for SHBBNLS012 must cover
69 assessable components: 5 elements (23 performance criteria), 2 performance evidence and 39 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 5 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.
Elements & performance criteria
1 Establish client priorities.
- 1.1Access and review client treatment plan if available.
- 1.2Discuss nail art requirements with client.
- 1.3Identify contraindications to nail art services and refer client to appropriate professional as required.
- 1.4Identify conditions and client characteristics relevant to nail art services, and discuss with client treatment and product effects.
- 1.5Conduct patch test as required and record outcomes.
- 1.6Design nail art, confirm with client and record.
2 Prepare for advanced nail art service.
- 2.1Prepare treatment area and equipment.
- 2.2Prepare and present self, according to organisational policy.
- 2.3Select products, equipment and personal protective equipment.
- 2.4Maintain posture minimise fatigue and risk of injury during treatment.
- 2.5Comply with health and hygiene regulations and requirements.
- 2.6Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process.
3 Apply advanced nail art.
- 3.1Cleanse and prepare client hands and nails for service.
- 3.2Apply two- or three-dimensional nail art according to treatment plan.
- 3.3Modify application technique and products as required.
- 3.4Complete nail art application for finger nails or toe nails according to treatment plan.
4 Review service.
- 4.1Seek client feedback, revise and record treatment plan.
- 4.2Advise client of maintenance requirements.
- 4.3Recommend home care, complementary products, and future services.
- 4.4Update treatment plan and rebook as required.
5 Clean service area.
- 5.1Remove used towels and clean surfaces and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.
- 5.2Restock equipment and products in preparation for next treatment.
- 5.3Dispose of general waste to minimise negative environmental impacts according to organisational policies and procedures.
Performance evidence
- provide five safe and appropriate quality nail services for clients that cumulatively demonstrate each of the following advanced nail art techniques: • stencilling • free form art design • two or more colours • gel or acrylic colour design or art • mixed media with a minimum of four different colours
- design and record nail art plans for each client of the above five clients, specifying details of: • adverse reactions • after-care advice • areas requiring special treatment • client feedback • colours and jewellery used • contraindications • design • nails analysis • range and variety of nail art • tools and equipment.
Knowledge evidence
- state or territory and local health and hygiene regulations and requirements relevant to nail art services
- organisational policies and procedures relevant to nail services:
- client record management
- dust extraction
- equipment use and maintenance
- incident reporting
- linen use and laundry procedures
- methods of venting air
- personal hygiene and presentation
- presentation of treatment area
- safe use of chemicals
- use of personal protective equipment for client and operator:
- dust masks
- gloves
- goggles
- waste disposal
- work health and safety
- scope of practice as it applies to nail art services:
- when to refer clients to other practitioners
- importance of not stating a diagnosis of a contraindication
- appearance and gross anatomy of skin and nails
- growth, shape and functions of nails
- contraindications which prevent treatment or require referral to health practitioners and relationship to nail art services:
- allergic reactions
- bacterial, fungal, parasitic and viral infections
- bruising or swelling around nail
- contraindications of products used in combination or with other services
- damaged natural nails
- abnormal skin around nail
- appearance of skin and nail disorders, and relationship to nail art services
- principles of design in relation to selection and application of advanced nail art
- basic principles of colour selections and combinations
- adverse effects of nail art products
- advanced nail art product and equipment range
- maintenance, care and cleaning requirements for nail art tools and equipment, and service area
- safe and environmentally effective methods of venting nail chemical fumes
- safety data sheet requirements, location and use in salon
- sustainable operating procedures for the conservation of product, water and power
- aftercare advice, products and future services to maintain nail art.
Foundation skills
- Reading skills: interpret and follow manufacturer instructions and safety data sheet for safe use of cleaning and nail products and equipment.
- Oral communication skills: use effective questioning and active listening techniques to consult with client, confirm requirements and monitor service outcomes.
- Numeracy skills: calculate product quantities, time and price.
- Learning skills: identify nail art design trends.
- Technology skills: use and maintain nail art tools and equipment; use client software to update client notes, rebook client for future treatment, record stock data and product purchases.
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Questions about assessing SHBBNLS012
What does an assessment tool for SHBBNLS012 need to cover?
To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for SHBBNLS012 needs to address all 69 unit components: 5 elements with 23 performance criteria, 2 performance evidence requirements, 39 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.
How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for SHBBNLS012?
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