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 federal, state or territory, and local health and hygiene requirements and regulations and skin penetration legislation

applying principles of nail science as they apply to nail or beauty treatments, including:

structure and function of lower arms and legs as they relate to manicure and pedicare services

appearance and gross anatomy of normal human skin

appearance and gross anatomy of normal human nails

skin and nail disorders

contraindications to natural nail or artificial nail treatments

effects of ingredients in a range of treatment products for both natural and artificial nails on natural nails

applying a range of natural and artificial nail treatments

providing home-care advice for artificial nail services.

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:

anenvironment, which includes as a minimum:

text and online resources

natural and artificial products from a comprehensive professional nail services range

relevant workplace documentation including:

manufacturer's equipment instructions

product nstructions

manufacturer safety data sheets

workplace policies and manuals

a range clients with common nail disorders who are seeking nail treatments.

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 an actual or simulated work environment, over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies, including:

applying knowledge of structure of the skin and nails during natural and artificial nail services

promoting skin and health care

written and oral questioning appropriate to the language and literacy level of the learner, to assess knowledge and understanding of principles of nail science as they apply to nail or beauty treatments

completion of workplace documentation relevant to nail treatments

third-party reports from experienced beauty professionals in the workplace.

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

SIBBNLS202A Provide manicure and pedicare services

SIBBNLS203A Apply ultraviolet gel nail enhancement

SIBBNLS204A Apply acrylic nail enhancement.

Required skills

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

technical skills to:

respond to possible skin or nail damage situations

identify client characteristics, and recommend and perform a service, including:

preparation of service area

preparation of products and equipment

preparation of client

literacy skills to source, read and apply relevant information on skin science and skin disorders to the design and performance of nail services

communication skills to translate information on skin science and skin disorders when providing advice, responding to questions, and providing information and reassurance to clients on nail services.

Required knowledge

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

relevant health and hygiene regulations and requirements

relevant occupational health and safety regulations and requirements

principles of nail science as they relate to nail treatments

nail science in relation to nail treatments and procedures, including:

anatomy of skin and nails

skin and nail disorders

contraindications to both natural and artificial nail treatments

effects on nail of ingredients and equipment in a range of treatment products

provision of post-treatment advice

workplace product, treatment and equipment range and manufacturer instructions and 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.

Relevant legislation may include:

federal, state or territory, and local health and hygiene legislation and regulations

occupational health and safety.

Workplace policies and procedures may include:

health and hygiene

comfort and privacy

designated time frames for the completion of service

environmental protection practices, such as:

waste minimisation

recycling

reuse

energy efficiency, e.g. electricity saving devices and practices

waste disposal

resource management

water efficiency.

Main functions and role of the skin on the hands and feet may include:

gross anatomy of skin

major features of skin of hands and feet.

Structure and function of the lower arms and legs may include:

bones of arm, forearm and hand

bones of lower leg and foot

functions of bones

muscles of forearm and hand

muscles of lower leg and foot

functions of skeletal muscle

blood supply for forearm and hand

blood supply for lower leg and foot.

Appearance and gross anatomy of normal human skin and nails may include:

structural features of natural nail

skin surrounding natural nail

growth and development of natural nail

factors that effect natural nail growth

normal appearance of natural nails

effects of health and disease on nails.

Common contraindications to health and outcomes must include:

skin or nail disorders or diseases

allergic reactions

bruising or swelling

areas exhibiting loss of tactile sensation

cuts or abrasions

recent operations

areas of recent fractures or sprains

health and the nail:

diabetes

blood disorders and diseases

contraindications of products used in combination or with other services.

Appropriate professionals may include:

medical practitioner

podiatrist

complementary therapist.

Common problems of the skin and nails may include:

contagious disorders:

bacterial, viral or fungal infections

warts

Tinea Pedis

Tinea Unguium

papalomas

paronychia

non-contagious hand, foot or nail disorders:

natural nail separation (onycholysis)

splinter haemorrhage

white spots (leuconychia)

corrugated furrows

split or brittle nails

hang nails

bruised nails

onychophagy (bitten nails)

blisters

calluses

heel fissures

bunions

hammer toes

corns

dermatitis

circulatory problems

eggshell nails

congenital or trauma-induced nail malformations.

Effects of ingredients in a range of natural and artificial nail treatment products may include:

effects on nails of a range of nail products

main ingredients in a range of nail products

pH range of human skin, nails and manicure and pedicare products.

Provision of post-treatment advice may include:

lifestyle changes:

sun protection

skin care

effects of nutrition on skin and nails

retail product advice

home-care advice for artificial nail treatments

advice on further services.