Assessor Resource

SIBBCCS406A
Use electricity in beauty therapy treatments

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit applies to beauty therapists exercising judgement in planning and selecting appropriate products, services, equipment and techniques.

The use of electrical currents is subject to a treatment plan and may be applied in body treatments, facial treatments, diathermy or electrolysis as a single treatment or part of a series of treatments.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to safely apply direct and alternating electrical currents in beauty therapy treatments.

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

Prerequisites

Nil


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, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

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

Evidence of the following is essential:

applying relevant workplace policies and procedures

applying safe work practices and safe use of products and electrical equipment, including use of preventive measures, according to manufacturer safety manuals and occupational health and safety regulations and requirements

applying principles of electricity as they apply to beauty therapy treatments

applying a range of beauty therapy treatments, using a variety of techniques and procedures involving direct and alternating currents and light therapies

accurately and legibly recording relevant data.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

that competency is consistently demonstrated over a period of time and observed by the assessor or the technical expert working in partnership with the assessor as described in the Assessment Guidelines

that competency is demonstrated in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment in a range of real work situations which may include client interruptions and involvement in other related activities normally expected in the workplace.

Assessment must ensure access to:

an environment, which includes as a minimum access to:

applications for direct and alternating current treatments

micro currents

low level intensity laser

relevant workplace documentation including:

manufacturer's equipment instructions

product instructions

manufacturer safety data sheets

workplace policies and procedures manuals

a range of clients with different treatment requirements.

For further guidance on the use of an appropriate simulated environment, refer to the Assessment Guidelines in this Training Package.

Methods of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

observation of learners performing a range of tasks in the workplace or a simulated work environment, over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies, including:

identifying principles of electricity and developing and maintaining safe work practices

relating a variety of treatment processes and electrical equipment to beauty therapy treatments according to client and safety requirements

written and oral questioning appropriate to the language and literacy level of the learner, to assess knowledge and understanding of beauty treatments using electrical equipment, including home-care advice and relevant legislation

completion of workplace documentation relevant to use of electrical equipment

third-party reports from technical experts

completion of self-paced learning materials, including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor.

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

SIBBBOS402A Provide body treatments

SIBBFAS405A Provide advanced facial treatments

SIBBHRS504A Provide electrolysis treatments

SIBBSKS503A Provide diathermy treatments

SIBBSKS504A Design and perform cosmetic tattooing.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

The following skills must be assessed as part of this unit:

technical skills to:

respond to risk situations that may cause short circuits or overloaded circuits

integrate the use of electrical equipment into the planning and performance of beauty therapy treatments

literacy skills to source, read, comprehend and apply:

relevant manufacturers' operating instructions and safety data sheets

relevant regulations and workplace safety procedures regarding the safe use and maintenance of electrical equipment

communication skills to report electrical safety problems and equipment faults.

Required knowledge

The following knowledge must be assessed as part of this unit:

relevant health and hygiene regulations and requirements and skin penetration legislation

relevant occupational health and safety regulations and requirements

principles of electricity as they relate to beauty therapy treatments

workplace policies and procedures in regard to beauty therapy treatments using electrical equipment

use of electrical equipment in relation to beauty therapy treatments and procedures, including:

environmental impact

correct operation of electrical equipment

safe use of electrical appliances

care and temperature control of equipment

taking preventive measures as required

workplace electrical equipment range and manufacturer instructions and material safety data sheets.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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) may also be included.

Properties of electrical currents and the forms in which they are used may include:

atomic theory

bonding

electrical circuits

use of electrical frequencies:

warming of muscles

muscle contraction

warming of other tissues

cleansing

infusion of products into the stratum corneum

energy

electrical supply

static electricity

direct current

alternating current

low intensity laser.

Beauty therapy treatments may include:

body treatments

advanced facial treatments

diathermy treatments

electrolysis treatments.

Relevant legislation may include:

health and hygiene

therapeutic goods regulations

electrical safety.

Principles of static electricity must include:

causes of static electricity generation

client discomfort caused by electrostatic shock

damage to micro-electronic equipment

ignition of flammable gas or substances e.g. methylated spirits, acetone or turpentine

attraction of dust particles.

Preventive measures must include:

familiarity with correct operation of equipment

equipment adjusted to minimal levels prior to use

recognition of danger signs

switching off and disconnecting appliances from mains supply prior to investigating an electrical fault

electrical safety devices

safe work practices

selection of floor coverings, materials and clothing that minimise the generation of static electricity.

Safety considerations must include:

effects of electrocution

factors affecting severity of electrical shock

contingency plans and emergency procedures.

Short circuits may include:

faulty equipment and/or insulation

current that bypasses the load.

Overloaded circuits may include:

faulty equipment

excessive current through a circuit.

Electrical safety devices may include:

overload cut out devices:

circuit breakers

fuses

earth leakage circuit breakers

surge protectors.

Principles and processes of direct and alternating current may include:

electrical energy and electron movement

electrolytic process

thermal effect

electrodes

frequency ranges

capacitance.

Applications for galvanic direct current and alternating current treatments may include:

iontophoresis - cataphoresis and anaphoresis

disincrustation

electrolysis

diathermy

blending currents for hair reduction

thermolysis

direct and indirect high frequency.

Principles and processes of electrical muscle stimulation and micro current treatments may include:

muscle contraction

stimulation of nerves

alternating current treatment

light therapies:

electro-magnetic spectrum

infra-red radiation

ultraviolet radiation

lower intensity laser therapy.

Correct operation of electrical equipment may include:

precautions to be observed when using electrical equipment

regular checking and maintenance of electrical equipment.

Appropriate safety procedures may include:

monitoring equipment for abnormal behaviour

recognising signs of electrical equipment damage

reporting faults

isolating accidents.

Relevant personnel may include:

supervisor

salon owner

more experienced operator

safety officer.

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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
Identify the properties of electrical currents and the forms in which they are used in the beauty therapy treatments according to relevant legislation and workplace policies and procedures. 
Identify relevant principles of static electricity and potential effects on the beauty therapy treatments and take preventive measures. 
Identify and address safety considerations when using electrical equipment in beauty treatments. 
Identify common causes and effects of short circuits and regularly check equipment for deterioration, damage, wear or incorrect wiring procedures. 
Avoid overloaded circuits and their effects by monitoring or restricting the use of power boards, where multiple appliances are connected to the same power board. 
Use electrical safety devices to maintain occupational health and safety and protect sensitive equipment. 
Identify the principles and processes of direct alternating current and relate these to the design and performance of beauty therapy treatments. 
Identify applications for galvanic direct current and alternating current treatments and relate to treatment in a manner that maximises client comfort, and client and own safety. 
Follow occupational health and safety requirements and manufacturers’ safety data to maintain operator and client safety and protect sensitive equipment. 
Identify and relate the principles and processes of electrical muscle stimulation and micro current treatments to the design and performance of beauty therapy treatments. 
Identify major applications for electrical muscle stimulation and micro current, and relate these to the design and performance of treatment to maximise client comfort, and client and own safety. 
Follow occupational health and safety requirements and manufacturers’ safety data to maintain operator and client safety and protect sensitive equipment. 
Observe correct operation of electrical equipment according to manufacturer user manual and safety data for equipment. 
Apply appropriate safety procedures and report faulty equipment to relevantpersonnel. 
Identify preventive measures and check equipment for wear or deterioration. 
Avoid overloading circuits and recognise and attend to warning signs. 
Store electrical equipment to minimise risk of damage or fire due to static charges. 

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