Assessor Resource
SIHHIND305A
Hone and strop straight razors
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024
This unit applies to hairdressers in salon environments who apply honing and stropping techniques to sharpen and prepare straight (cut-throat) razors for use in facial shaving and haircutting services.
A person undertaking this role applies discretion and judgement and accepts responsibility own work outcomes.
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to sharpen and prepare straight (cut-throat) razors for use.
The use and sterilisation of cut throat razors in hairdressing salons is subject to state and territory skin penetration regulations.
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