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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare clients.
  2. Remove artificial gel nails.
  3. Apply or refill artificial gel nails.
  4. Review treatment and provide post-treatment advice.

Required Skills

Required skills

The following skills must be assessed as part of this unit

technical skills to

analyse clients lifestyle and nails to determine and design appropriate treatment plan

respond to contraindications and adverse effects

apply and maintain gel nails achieving structural and aesthetic outcomes to industry standard

safely remove UV gel nails to minimise damage to natural nails

apply standard infection control procedures

apply workplace chemical control procedures during application of gel nails including preventive actions and the use of personal protective equipment

recognise and manage specific gel nail treatment complications including

product exothermic reaction

product skin sensitivity reaction

natural nail separation

discolouring of product

peeling of product

bacterial infection pseudomonas

injury to natural nail due to damage to artificial nail

evaluate the outcomes of service and advise clients on methods and procedures for homecare and complementary products after application or removal of artificial nails

communication skills to discuss nail analysis products to be applied and desired outcome with client

literacy skills to read and apply product information and manufacturers safety data sheets

numeracy skills to calculate required product quantities and service time

Required knowledge

The following knowledge must be assessed as part of this unit

gross anatomy of skin and nails and shape function and growth of nails and effects on artificial nail

chemical components of gel application process and their properties

safe and environmentally effective methods of venting nail chemical fumes

effects of changes created by complementary nail shapes and colour or varnish application

effects of health and disease on nails and nail growth and on maintenance of artificial nails

relevant health and hygiene regulations

appearance of UV gel nail contraindications and adverse effects

procedures for recording trial nail reaction testing

effects of artificial nail removal on underlying natural nail

relevant occupational health and safety regulations and requirements

requirements of manufacturers product safety data for nail gel products

infection control procedures and application of universal precautions

workplace policies and procedures in regard to gel nail enhancement service

workplace product range

effects and benefits of a defined range of UV gel products

correct and environmentally sound disposal methods for all types of waste and in particular for hazardous substances used in nail services

Evidence Required

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 safe work practices and relevant health regulations when applying gel nail enhancement

recognising and managing specific gel nail treatment complications including

product exothermic reaction

product skin sensitivity reaction

natural nail separation

discolouring of product

peeling of product

bacterial infection pseudomonas

injury to natural nail due to damage to artificial nail

interpreting and applying manufacturer instructions and safety data sheets for products tools and equipment

consistently designing treatment plans and providing advice to meet client needs including

type of artificial nail procedure and product

product application techniques

areas requiring corrective or remedial services

homecare or complementary products

safely applying a variety of UV gel nail products for enhancement services including

artificial nail removal

application and refill of artificial nails

polishvarnish application

consistent and accurate application of product to nail surfaces avoiding skin to reduce risk of skin irritation

applying workplace chemical control procedures during application of gel nails

effective time management of services and control of product waste

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

a fully equipped gel nail services workstation which includes as a minimum

effective exhaust system for nail chemical vapours

manicure table

operator chair

client chair

nail table lamp

implement sanitising tray

hand and nail sanitiser at each table

UV light

desk mats

desk towels

brushes

files including emery boards metal and buffers

tip cutters

sculpting forms

cuticle pushers

personal protective equipment including disposable gloves

UV gel nail products from a comprehensive professional nail services range

appropriate cleaning and disinfection products and equipment

relevant workplace documentation including

manufacturers equipment instructions

product instructions

manufacturer safety data sheets

workplace policies and procedures manuals

a range of clients with different UV gel nail 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

direct 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

preparing client for gel nail enhancement service

recognising skin and nail conditions including specific gel nail treatment complications and providing advice to clients

removing artificial nails according to manufacturer instructions

applying and refilling artificial nails according to agreed treatment plans

applying workplace chemical control procedures during application of UV gel nails

written and oral questioning appropriate to the language and literacy level of the learner to assess knowledge and understanding of the provision of UV gel nail enhancement services including maintenance advice and relevant legislation

completion of selfpaced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from a trainer coach or supervisor

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

SIBBNLSA Work in a nail services framework

SIBBNLS201A Work in a nail services framework

SIBBNLSA Provide manicure and pedicare services

SIBBNLS202A Provide manicure and pedicare services

SIBBNLSA Apply nail art

SIBBNLS205A Apply nail art

SIBBNLSA Use electric file equipment for nails

SIBBNLS206A Use electric file equipment for nails.


Range Statement

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.

Clients may include:

new or regular clients with routine or special needs

people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with varying physical and mental abilities.

UV gel nail enhancement service must include:

application over French, natural and clear tips

natural nail overlays

French backfill

refill

sculptured UV gel nails

fingernails and toenails

UV gel coating over acrylic

application of colour UV gel.

Relevant legislation and codes may include:

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

occupational health and safety legislation

industry codes of practice.

Workplace policies and procedures may include:

health and hygiene

workplace product range and manufacturer instructions

product safety procedures

environmental protection practices, such as:

methods of venting air

temperature and air currents

waste minimisation

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

waste disposal

resource management

water efficiency

workplace time frame allocated for service.

Treatment plan may include:

required service

areas requiring special treatment

products selected for service

recommended home-care products

use of electric file

tools, implements and equipment

follow-up procedures.

Maintenance requirements may include:

removing loose gel

repairing damaged, chipped or broken nails (natural or artificial)

blending regrowth lines

repolishing with colour or French polish

refining gel nail surface

shortening

reshaping

reapplying new nail

rebalancing stress curve

correcting side walls of extension.

Specific gel nail treatment complications may include:

product exothermic reaction

product skin sensitivity reaction

natural nail separation

discolouring of product

peeling of product

bacterial infection (pseudomonas)

injury to natural nail due to damage to artificial nail.

Contraindications may include:

damaged natural nails from ineffective removal of artificial nails

bacterial, viral or fungal infections

warts

inflamed skin

visible non-normal nails

rashes

blisters

corns

calluses.

Appropriate professional may include:

medical practitioner

complementary therapist.

Gel nail products may include:

acid or non-acid primer

thin and gel adhesive

various styles of tips

dehydrator

hand and nail sanitisers

UV and non-UV gel

coloured gel

soak off UV gels

one phase UV gels

traditional multilayer UV gels or base-build top

UV gel cleanser.

Equipment must include:

sanitising tray or unit for implements, with appropriate strength solution

table with air venting facility and chair

hand and nail sanitiser

UV light

desk lamp

desk mats

desk towels

brushes

files, including emery boards, metal and buffers

tip cutters

sculpting forms

cuticle pushers.

Equipment may include:

electric file

Personal protective equipment must include:

face masks

goggles

gloves.

Treatment waste may include:

filing dust

desk mats

gel wipes.

Product recommendations may include:

buffers

files

cuticle oil or cream

polish

polish remover

hand cream.