Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use electric file equipment in conjunction with artificial nail applications.
It requires the ability to consult with clients, select from a range of bits and use electric file equipment to prepare for or modify an artificial nail application. The electric file nail service can be an individual service or form part of a series of services.
This unit applies to nail technicians and beauticians in beauty and nail salons. In this environment they interpret observations and information following known routines in order to safely use electric nail files.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Establish client priorities. | 1.1 Access and review client treatment plan if available. 1.2 Discuss electric nail service requirements with client. 1.3 Identify contraindications to nail file services, and refer client to appropriate professional as required. 1.4 Identify conditions and client characteristics relevant to nail file services and discuss treatment and product effects with client. 1.5 Design treatment plan, confirm with client and record. |
2. Prepare for electric nail service. | 2.1 Prepare treatment area, equipment and self. 2.2 Select products and equipment and personal protective equipment. 2.3 Maintain posture to minimise fatigue and risk of injury during treatment. 2.4 Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process. |
3. Use electric file equipment. | 3.1 Sanitise and prepare client nails for service. 3.2 Complete electric file service according to manufacturer instructions and material safety data at appropriate stages in nail service. 3.3 Modify technique for use of electric nail file according to client needs and treatment plan. |
4. Review service. | 4.1 Seek client feedback, revise, and record treatment plan. 4.2 Recommend home care, products and future services. 4.3 Update treatment plan and rebook client as required. |
5. Clean service area. | 5.1 Remove used towels and clean surfaces and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures. 5.2 Clean and disinfect electrical file equipment. 5.3 Restock equipment and products in preparation for next treatment. 5.4 Dispose of general waste to minimise negative environmental impacts according to organisational policies and procedures. |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:
communicate, follow and adjust service plans and provide six safe and appropriate nail services using electric nail file to clients requiring the following services:
artificial nails services
preparation for French backfills
preparation for infill or refills
shortening and reshaping nails
removing excess product under nails
refining enhancement surface
design and record treatment plan for each client specifying details of:
adverse reactions
after-care advice
areas requiring special treatment
client feedback
contraindications
design
nails analysis
tools and equipment
adjust electric file equipment operating range:
hand piece:
position
pressure
range of bits and burs
speed
demonstrate safe use of electricity when operating electric file
present self, according to organisational policy
comply with health and hygiene regulations and requirements.
Evidence of Knowledge
Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:
state or territory and local health and hygiene regulations and requirements relevant to nail services
organisational policies and procedures relevant to nail services:
client record management
dust extraction
equipment use and maintenance
incident reporting
linen use and laundry procedures
methods of venting air
personal hygiene and presentation
presentation of treatment area
safe use of chemicals
use of personal protective equipment for client and operator:
dust masks
gloves
goggles
waste disposal
work health and safety
scope of practice as it applies to nail services:
when to refer clients to other practitioners
importance of not stating a diagnosis of a contraindication
appearance and gross anatomy of skin and nails
growth, shape, and functions of nails
contraindications which prevent treatment or require referral to health practitioners and relationship to electric file services:
allergic reactions
bacterial, fungal, parasitic and viral infections
bruising or swelling around nail
contraindications of products used in combination or with other services
damaged natural nails
non normal skin around nail
appearance of skin and nail disorders and relationship to electric file services
adverse effects to electrical nail file service
electric file equipment characteristics and use:
variable speed electric file
burs or bits:
diamond
carbide
sanding bands and mandril
various styles of chuck, revs per minute (RPM), range or speed versus variable speed
effect of RPM and torque, and their relationship to client’s treatment plan
electric file maintenance, cleaning and care
structural and aesthetic requirements for artificial nails
effects, advantages and disadvantages of using electrical equipment
safety aspects of electric file use:
on client nails so there is no damage to nail plate
operation and maintenance of electrical equipment
safe and environmentally effective methods of venting nail chemical fumes
data safety sheet requirements, location and use in salon
sustainable operating procedures for the conservation of product, water and power
aftercare advice, products and future service to maintain nail care.
Assessment Conditions
Skills must be demonstrated in a nail services environment; this can be:
a beauty industry workplace or
a simulated beauty workplace set up for the purpose of skills assessment, that provides services to paying members of the public.
Assessment must ensure access to:
paying clients, both new and regular, with different nail service needs, who have the expectation that the services provided reflect those of a commercial business
hand washing facilities:
basin
hot and cold running water
liquid soap
single use towels or hand dryer
relevant workplace documentation:
blank client records
organisational policies and procedures relevant to nail services
manufacturer instructions and safety data sheets.
Assessment must ensure use of:
cleaning and disinfection products and equipment
client chairs
electric file designed for nail services with bits and burs
exhaust system for chemical fumes and dust extraction
hand and nail sanitiser
manicure table with table lamp and mats
operator chairs
personal protective equipment:
disposable gloves
face masks
safety glasses
treatment towels, cotton or disposable.
Assessment activities that allow the individual to:
complete advanced nail treatments using electric nail file within commercially realistic speed, timing and productivity
demonstrate competency in an environment reflective of real work situations
manage tasks and contingencies in the context of the job role.
Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisation’s requirements for assessors and:
hold a qualification as a nail technician or beauty therapist
have worked as a nail technician or beauty therapist for at least three years where they have applied the skills and knowledge of this unit of competency.
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills essential to performance in this unit, but not explicit in the performance criteria are listed here, along with a brief context statement. | |
Skill | Description |
Oral communication skills to: | use effective questioning and active listening techniques to consult with client, confirm requirements and monitor service outcomes. |
Reading skills to: | interpret and follow manufacturer instructions and safety data sheets for safe use of cleaning and nail products and electric nail file equipment. |
Numeracy skills to: | calculate product quantities, time and price. |
Technology skills to: | use electric file nail equipment with a range of bits use client software to update client notes, rebook client for future treatment, record stock data and product purchases. |
Sectors
Beauty
Competency Field
Nail Services