Assessor Resource
SHBBHRS007
Provide laser hair reduction treatments
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to safely provide laser hair reduction treatments to reduce unwanted hair on the face and body. It requires the ability to follow an agreed treatment program, monitor and modify treatments in response the client's skin and hair reactions, and assess treatment results.
This unit applies to laser practitioners working in a diverse range of beauty industry sectors and business contexts who provide laser hair reduction treatments. These individuals operate independently, under limited supervision of others and within established organisational policies and procedures.
The unit reflects the safety guidelines, for a broad range of laser dermal applications, expressed in the following Australian and New Zealand Standards, current at the time of publication:
AS/NZS 4173:2018 Safe use of lasers and intense light sources in health care
AS/NZS IEC 60825.1:2014 Safety of laser products – Part 1: Equipment classifications and requirements
AS/NZS 1336:2014 Eye and face protection - Guidelines.
The use of laser is subject to legislation, regulation and licensing in some Australian States and Territories.
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