SHBHCLS005 — Provide on scalp full head and retouch bleach treatments

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128 assessable components: 5 elements (27 performance criteria), 22 performance evidence and 75 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 4 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 Consult with client and assess hair.

1.1Access and review any existing client hair colour history or create for new clients.
1.2Determine, through discussion and questioning, client satisfaction or dissatisfaction with current hair colour.
1.3Discuss client colour preferences, and expectations of desired level of lift or tone using colour charts to assist.
1.4Engage client in discussion about lifestyle and self-care factors that may impact on success of bleach treatment.
1.5Visually examine and analyse client skin and hair characteristics, existing hair colour and condition.
1.6Consider the interplay of the elements and principles of hair design to visualise, communicate and recommend bleach treatments appropriate for the client.
1.7Obtain client agreement to proceed with recommended bleach services.

2 Determine contraindications to bleach treatment.

2.1Evaluate client reaction to bleach chemicals through discussion, assessment of history, where available, and completion of a pre-service skin test, as required.
2.2Complete a strand test where hair analysis indicates risk to hair structure and condition.
2.3Identify contraindications to proceeding with bleach treatment and explain any present to client.

3 Select products and prepare for service.

3.1Use knowledge of hair biology and cosmetic chemistry, as it applies to bleach treatments, to ensure effective and safe use of chemicals.
3.2Select bleach treatment products to achieve desired lift and tone.
3.3Select and prepare equipment according to product instructions and application methods to be used.
3.4Take personal precautions to prevent own skin stain and allergic reactions to chemicals throughout preparation and service.
3.5Measure and prepare products, according to product instructions and ensure minimal wastage.
3.6Apply wraps, towels and skin barrier cream to ensure client protection and safety.

4 Apply and process bleach treatment products.

4.1Maintain client and operator comfort and safety throughout bleach service according to organisational procedures.
4.2Apply bleach treatment products using methods and following stages shown in product instructions.
4.3Ensure even coverage, cross check and complete without damage to client scalp or hairline.
4.4Time processing of bleach treatment products to achieve desired lift and tone, according to product instructions, and monitor through observation.
4.5Remove residual product at end of processing time, according to product instructions, and apply after-treatment toning products, as required.
4.6Use energy and water resources efficiently during service and safely dispose of hazardous and other waste according to organisational procedures.

5 Review service and provide home care advice.

5.1Review bleach service outcomes against client expectations and confirm client satisfaction with lift and tone result.
5.2Propose remedial action in response to any client concerns and post service analysis of hair condition and colour appearance.
5.3Reach agreement with client on proposed solutions through positive and open communication.
5.4Advise on and recommend home care products and sun protection strategies.
5.5Update client history to include full details of bleaching service.

Performance evidence

consult with at least six clients, each with different bleach treatment needs, and complete these treatments which consistently achieve desired outcomes to client satisfaction:
on-scalp full head untreated hair for three different clients, using percentage of peroxide according to manufacturer’s instructions
retouch for three different clients, using percentage of peroxide according to manufacturer’s instructions
for each client, complete a pre-treatment hair analysis covering the following characteristics to recommend appropriate bleach treatments:
natural hair type, texture, porosity, density and elasticity
natural base colour
artificial base colour
hair colour tone
percentage of white hair
presence of lightening agents or artificial hair colour treatments on hair
existing chemical services
skin tone
length of hair
scalp condition
record the following details of the bleach service in the history for each client serviced:
pre-service hair analysis
contraindications
reaction to skin tests or products
bleach treatment products selected
application techniques, processing methods and times
lift, tone and hair condition outcome
recommended home care products.

Knowledge evidence

colour wheel and its use in toner selection
key characteristics and interrelationships of the elements and principles of hair design and their use in achieving hair lightening effects;
elements of hair design:
line
shape
direction
size
texture
colour
principles of hair design:
balance
gradation
repetition
contrast
harmony
dominance
unity
hair biology, at an elementary level of understanding:
main functions and role of hair
main factors contributing to hair colour
structure and cellular features of hair and hair follicles
process of hair growth and the hair growth cycle
characteristics of normal and damaged hair
physical effects of chemical products and treatments on the skin
main structure, functions and role of the skin and glands:
skin surface anatomy
major epidermal appendages and dermal structures
major cells of the epidermis
role of vascular, connective and nervous tissue in the dermis
distribution and development of skin glands
production, composition and functions of sebum
production, composition and functions of eccrine and apocrine sweat fluids
relationship between hair porosity, texture, condition and the success of bleach treatments
basic concepts of cosmetic chemistry, as they apply to effective and safe use of bleach products:
bonds
molecules
chemical compounds
chemical change
neutralisation
acids and bases
pH
at an elementary level of understanding, the chemical and physical effects on hair structure, texture and colour of:
bleach products and toners
hydrogen peroxide
sunlight
heated hairdressing equipment
contraindications to using bleach products:
hair or scalp damage from previous chemical hair treatments
existing metallic based colour on hair
hair porosity
sunlight or heat affected hair
client allergic reactions
organisation’s bleach products range:
colour chart system
formulation
product purpose
action on the hair
mixing and application instructions
processing and developing times
role and basic content of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) or plain English workplace documents or diagrams that interpret SDS content
stages of bleaching
reasons for selecting different product application methods
basic aspects of local government, state or territory health regulations applicable to providing hair bleaching services
industry practices and organisational procedures for:
client comfort and safety with particular emphasis on:
using gown and towels to protect client clothes
application of barrier creams to face and neckline
avoiding product contact with eyes
monitoring client scalp comfort and condition
work health and safety for providing bleach treatments, with particular emphasis on:
avoiding product contact with operator eyes and skin
avoiding inhalation of fumes during product mixing
using correct posture and adjusting height of client chair to avoid fatigue and injury
minimising wastage of bleach treatment products
waste disposal with particular emphasis on environmentally sound disposal methods for hazardous and other hairdressing waste.

Foundation skills

Reading: interpret sometimes unfamiliar and detailed documents including organisational procedures, product instructions and safety data sheets.
Oral communication: ask open and closed probe questions and actively listen to effectively interact with client and meet their needs.
Numeracy: calculate and record ratios, measure, mix and apply bleach treatment products in correct proportions manage application and processing times effectively.
Planning and organising: manage own timing and productivity to complete bleach treatment services within organisational service times.

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