Assessor Resource

CHCICS306B
Provide basic foot skin and nail care

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit may apply to work with older people in a range of residential and community service contexts

This level of support does not involve the professional input from a podiatrist

In cases where a client is being supported by a podiatrist the appropriate unit of competency is:

HLTAH404B Assist with basic foot hygiene

This unit describes the knowledge and skills required to provide basic foot skin and foot nail care to clients

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not Applicable

Employability Skills

This unit contains Employability Skills



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this unit of competency:

The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills

This unit is best assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace under the normal range of conditions

Consistency in performance should consider the particular workplace context

Access and equity considerations:

All workers in community services should be aware of access, equity and human rights issues in relation to their own area of work

All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment

In recognition of particular issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities

Context of and specific resources for assessment:

This unit can be delivered and assessed independently, however holistic assessment practice with other community services units of competency is encouraged

Resources required for assessment of this unit include access to:

an appropriate workplace where assessment can take place or simulation of realistic workplace setting for assessment

Method of assessment:

In cases where the learner does not have the opportunity to cover all relevant aspects in the work environment, the remainder should be assessed through realistic simulations, projects, previous relevant experience or oral questioning on 'What if?' scenarios

Assessment of this unit of competence will usually include observation of processes and procedures, oral and/or written questioning on Essential knowledge and skills and consideration of required attitudes

Where performance is not directly observed and/or is required to be demonstrated over a 'period of time' and/or in a 'number of locations', any evidence should be authenticated by colleagues, supervisors, clients or other appropriate persons

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit.

Essential knowledge:

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

These include:

Basic anatomy and physiology of the foot and basic understanding of foot pathology

Basic pathology of nails

Basic understanding of structure and functioning of skin and integuments

Indicators suggestive of the need for podiatry assistance

Infection control protocols relevant to foot care

Principles of basic foot hygiene

Record-keeping requirements

Relevant organisation policies and procedures

The function of medicaments, including:

emollients

astringents

moisturisers

antiseptics

Essential skills:

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to:

Wash, clean, dry and monitor feet of clients

Safely and effectively file non-pathological toenails

Identify indicators of pathological nail and skin conditions

Apply medicaments, including:

emollients

astringents

moisturisers

antiseptics

In addition, the candidate must be able to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

These include the ability to:

Apply appropriate occupational health and safety (OHS) and infection control requirements

Effectively make appropriate referral based on organisation procedures and protocols

Maintain relevant records

Take into account and use opportunities to address waste minimisation, environmental responsibility and sustainable practice issues

Use effective observation skills

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Equipment and materials may include:

Files

Medicaments, including:

antiseptics

astringents

emollients

moisturisers

Personal protective equipment such as eyewear, gloves, masks

Indicators of foot issues requiring attention include:

Altered nail status

Altered skin integrity and status

Client may include:

Clients at low risk of foot complications (may include older person and person with a disability)

Appropriate referral may include:

Direct referral to podiatrist

Informing carer

Informing supervisor

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Confirm that prior assessment of person's feet by relevant health professional has identified need for basic foot skin and nail care services which are appropriate for worker's role 
Confirm client requirements for foot care according to personal needs support plan 
Provide a safe and comfortable setting 
Gather necessary equipment and materials 
Implement appropriate infection control guidelines 
Explain foot skin and nail care procedures to the client 
Assist the client to remove and put on shoes, socks and hosiery, where necessary 
Correctly position the client for foot skin and nail care 
Perform nail filing according to personal needs support plan and using appropriate infection control procedures 
Wash and dry feet according to individualised plan, implementing appropriate infection control procedures 
Perform foot skin care according to personal needs support plan and using appropriate infection control procedures 
Identify an indicators of foot issues requiring attention outside basic nail and skin care and make appropriate referral in a timely manner 
Collect, handle, manage and dispose of biological waste material according to organisation/setting guidelines and infection control requirements 
Clean and store equipment according to manufacturers guidelines, setting protocols and infection control requirements 
Document basic foot, skin and nail care according to organisation requirements 
Document any factors that indicate podiatry attention may be required and communicate according to organisation requirements 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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