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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Plan tapered haircut structures.
  2. Apply scissor-over-comb techniques.
  3. Apply clipper-over-comb techniques.
  4. Outline haircuts.
  5. Select and apply finishing techniques.

Required Skills

Required skills

technical skills to

develop a haircut plan

apply scissorovercomb techniques

apply clipperovercomb techniques

apply serrated scissors to remove bulk

cut outline shapes

blend structures in the interior and exterior of the haircut

mathematical skills to interpret angles and lines in the haircut structure

numeracy skills to calculate exterior and interior lengths in the haircut structure

literacy skills to interpret and follow salon procedures

Required knowledge

the natural distribution and growth patterns of hair

the relationship between quality of hair and the finished result

relationship between the size of the comb and tapering effects

soft and hard lines

different tapered shapes

design guide lines used in layered haircut structures

salon procedures including

compliance with state or territory and local government health regulations relevant to the service

environmental protection practices such as waste minimisation waste disposal and water efficiency

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

Overview of assessment

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

Evidence of the following is essential

selecting tools and tapering techniques appropriate to the planned finish

maintaining hands and cutting tools parallel to the exterior design line when applying overcomb techniques

positioning the head and neck and making any necessary adjustments during service to achieve planned layering effects

using overcomb techniques to blend in tapered area and structures in the interior and exterior of the haircut

outlining tapered haircuts using clippers and scissors or shaving techniques as required

achieving overcomb techniques

applying finishing techniques for tapered structures

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to

a salon or a simulated salon environment that includes a range of work situations such as client interruptions and involvement in other related activities normally expected in the salon

an adjustable client chair client

clean client gown or wrap haircutting tools and equipment

a range of clients for haircuts with tapered structures

finishing tools and equipment

relevant documentation including

cutting plans

salon procedures

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

Method 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 the learner performing a range of tasks in an actual or simulated work environment over sufficient time to demonstrate their handling of a range of contingencies Tasks include

developing plans for tapered haircut structures

applying tapered haircut techniques

applying finishing techniques to tapered haircuts

written or verbal questions appropriate to the language and literacy level of the learner to test knowledge which include

elements and principles of design

geometric principles related to angles and shapes

review of portfolios of evidence and thirdparty reports of onthejob performance by the learner

Guidance information for assessment

A unit of competency describes an individual skill but people rarely perform one skill at a time Many skills are combined on a daytoday basis in the workplace as part of work processes This does not mean that each skill described by a unit of competency is prerequisite to another they are related skills

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

SIHHINDA Maintain and organise tools equipment and work areas

SIHHIND201A Maintain and organise tools, equipment and work areas

SIHHOHSA Apply salon safety procedures

SIHHOHS201A Apply salon safety procedures


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.

Haircut plan must include:

soft and hard interior and exterior design lines

taper width for each section where tapering is planned

structural graphic

a simple line drawing representing the finished haircut design.

Appropriate tools may include:

tapering combs

scissors

serrated scissors

thinning scissors

straight razors

open blade razors

electric clippers

clipper attachments

flat top tools.

Over-comb techniques must include:

high, medium and low graduation

gradation

scissor-over-comb

clipper-over-comb.

The exterior of the haircut may include:

varying width of area up to the occipital bone

high, medium and low graduation

gradation

scissor-over-comb

clipper-over-comb.

Client may include:

men

women

children

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

Taper effects may include:

long

medium

short.

Variety of neckline shapes and lengths may include:

short, medium and long tapered

short, medium, long square and curved necklines.

Finishing products and equipment may include:

blow dryers

brushes

combs

dressings

waxes.

Finishing techniques may include:

drying using electrical equipment

finger drying

natural drying using finishing products.

Salon procedures must include:

procedures that comply with state or territory and local government health regulations relevant to the service

occupational health and safety

environmental protection practices, such as waste disposal.