Required skills

communication skills to

interact with clients

seek direction and advice from supervising hairdressers

check client comfort during the service

technical skills to

section hair

manipulate brushes

finger dry hair

safely use drying equipment including

blow dryers

heat diffusers

lamps

literacy skills to

interpret product information and manufacturer instructions

interpret salon procedures

numeracy skills to

measure and apply styling products to minimise waste

manage service times

Required knowledge

salon procedures

salon range of styling aids and finishing products

safe use of electrical equipment including

blow dryers

heat diffusers

heat lamps

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

interpreting and following verbal instructions from senior operators

following relevant salon procedures

ensuring client comfort and safety throughout the required services

selecting and applying the appropriate drying tools and techniques to achieve outcomes that satisfy clients and supervising hairdressers

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

clean client gown or wrap

a supply of clean towels

hair drying equipment including

blow dryer

heat diffuser

heat lamps

a range of clients for drying services

styling products

relevant documentation including

manufacturer instructions

salon procedures

safety data sheets for the safe use of styling products and electrical equipment

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 may include

organising the work area tools and equipment

applying styling products or aids as directed by supervising hairdresser

consulting with supervising hairdressers to receive direction on drying method tools and techniques

drying to shape using a blow dryer and brushes or fingers

drying to shape using heat lamps and fingers

applying finishing products or techniques as directed by a supervising hairdresser

written or verbal questions appropriate to the language and literacy level of the learner to test knowledge such as

salon procedures

electrical safety

review of portfolios of evidence and thirdparty reports of onthejob performance

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

SIHHOHSA Apply salon safety procedures

SIHHOHS201A Apply salon safety procedures

SIRXCOMA Communicate in the workplace

SIRXCOM001A Communicate in the workplace

Desired finishes may include:

Tools may include:

Equipment may include:

Styling aids may include:

Predetermined finish may include:

Clients may include:

Salon procedures may include:

Finishing products may include: