SHBHCUT005 — Cut hair using over-comb techniques

1 Consult with client and assess hair.

• 1.1Determine, through discussion and questioning, client satisfaction or dissatisfaction with current haircut structure.
• 1.2Discuss client preferences, and expectations of desired finished result using visual aids to assist.
• 1.3Engage client in discussion about lifestyle and self-care factors that may impact on success of haircut design.
• 1.4Visually and physically examine and analyse client hair characteristics and existing haircut structure.
• 1.5Evaluate client facial features and bone structure for suitable complementary haircut designs.
• 1.6Consider all factors to visualise, communicate and recommend haircut designs appropriate for the client.
• 1.7Determine the best design and obtain client agreement to proceed with recommended haircut structure.

2 Select equipment and prepare for service.

• 2.1Select appropriate over-comb cutting techniques to achieve planned haircut design.
• 2.2Select and prepare equipment according to planned design and cutting techniques to be used.
• 2.3Apply wraps to ensure client protection and safety.

3 Cut hair using scissor over comb techniques.

• 3.1Maintain client and operator comfort, safety and hygiene throughout haircutting service according to organisational procedures.
• 3.2Position and adjust client head and neck during service to enable access and achieve required angles of lift.
• 3.3Section and secure hair to divide into manageable and controllable areas, as required.
• 3.4Establish design guidelines according to desired hair length and haircut structure and cross-check throughout service.
• 3.5Take clean sections with comb, using appropriate angles of lift and use a continuous parallel scissor over-comb action to exterior of haircut.
• 3.6Follow a logical sectioning pattern to achieve planned haircut structure.
• 3.7Blend structures and lengths in interior and exterior of haircut by using scissors and comb at various angles.
• 3.8Use scissors over the fine or coarse end of comb to vary taper effect and create planned neckline shape and length.

4 Cut hair using clipper over comb techniques.

• 4.1Section and secure hair to divide into manageable and controllable areas, as required.
• 4.2Establish design guidelines according to desired hair length and haircut structure and cross-check throughout service.
• 4.3Take clean sections with comb, using appropriate angles of lift and use a smooth, fast and fluid clipper over-comb action to cut hair.
• 4.4Follow a logical sectioning pattern to achieve planned haircut structure.
• 4.5Blend structures and lengths in interior and exterior of haircut by using clippers and comb at various angles.
• 4.6Use clipper attachments to create haircut effects.

5 Outline haircuts.

• 5.1Use clippers or scissors to mark haircut outlines over and behind ears to suit haircut.
• 5.2Use clippers to outline sideburns, where present.
• 5.3Use clippers or razors in direction of hair growth to create neckline shape and blended and faded hairlines.
• 5.4Clean or dispose of equipment and dispose of hair waste according to health regulations and organisational procedures.

6 Finish hair to shape and review service.

• 6.1Select finishing tools, products and techniques and use to finish planned haircut designs to client satisfaction.
• 6.2Review service outcomes against client design expectations and confirm client satisfaction with result.
• 6.3Propose remedial action in response to any client concerns and post service analysis of hair design appearance.
• 6.4Reach agreement with client on proposed solutions through positive and open communication.
• 6.5Advise on after service maintenance and recommend home care products.

What does an assessment tool for SHBHCUT005 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for SHBHCUT005 needs to address all 39 unit components: 6 elements with 33 performance criteria, 1 performance evidence requirements, 1 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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