UG31G20
Ensure responsibility for actions to reduce risks to health and safety
Outcome 3
Know how to reduce risks to health and safety in the workplace
a. Explain your responsibility in remaining alert to hazards and risks
b. Describe own responsibilities and scope for action in controlling risk
c. Explain the importance of adhering to health and safety policies and practices
d. Describe where and when to get additional health and safety assistance
e. Describe the importance of personal presentation and behaviour in maintaining health and safety in the workplace
UN211G7
Advise and consult with clients
Outcome 4
Understand salon and legal requirements
a. Describe own responsibilities under the Data Protection legislation and the salon rules for maintaining confidentiality
b. Describe own legal responsibilities for describing the features and benefits of products and services
c. Describe the salon procedures and manufacturers’ instructions in relation to conducting tests
Outcome 5
Understand salon services, products and prices
a. Describe the services and products available for use in the salon
b. Explain the salon’s pricing structure
c. Explain how to calculate the likely charge for services
Outcome 7
Understand methods of communication
a. Explain why effective communication is important for the salon`s business
b. Explain the importance of confidentiality and what might happen if this is not observed
c. Explain how to adapt own contributions to suit different situations
d. Explain how to communicate effectively and responding appropriately (ask questions to show interest)
e. Explain how to move the discussion forward
UN20GH8
Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp
Outcome 4
Know the salon and legal requirements
a. Describe the salon`s requirements for client preparation
b. Describe the salon`s expected service times for shampooing, conditioning and treating the hair and scalp
c. Describe when and how to complete client records
d. State the person(s) to whom unrecognised hair and scalp conditions should be reported
e. State the person(s) to whom low levels of resources should be reported
f. State personal responsibilities in relation to shampooing and conditioning services under current legislation and regulations:
- Data Protection legislation
- Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations
- Electricity at Work Regulations
Outcome 5
Know how to work safely, effectively and hygienically when shampooing, conditioning and treating the hair and scalp
a. Describe the types of protective clothing and products that should be available for clients and yourselves
b. Describe types of personal protective equipment available and their importance
d. Describe how own and client positioning can affect the desired outcome and reduce fatigue and injury risk
e. Outline the safety considerations which must be taken into account when shampooing, conditioning and treating the hair and scalp
f. Describe why it is important to keep the work area clean and tidy
g. Compare safe and hygienic working methods that minimise the risk of cross-infection and cross-infestation
h. Describe why it is important to position tools and equipment for ease of use
i. Outline the importance of personal hygiene
j. Outline the importance of reporting unrecognised hair and scalp conditions
k. Outline the importance of thoroughly rinsing hair to remove shampoos and conditioning products at the end of the service
l. Describe how and why it is important to check electrical equipment used to aid conditioning and treatment processes
m. Clarify the importance and legal significance of questioning clients to identify contra-indications to hair and scalp services and of recording client responses
Outcome 6
Know basic science for shampooing, conditioning and treating the hair and scalp
c. Describe how and why contra-indications can affect the scalp massage service
Outcome 7
Know products, equipment and their use
a. Describe available shampooing and conditioning products and equipment
b. Outline the importance of following manufacturers’ instructions when using shampooing and conditioning products in the salon
d. State when the shampooing process should be repeated
f. Describe how to use equipment during conditioning and treatment processes
Outcome 8
Know shampooing, conditioning and treatment techniques
b. Describe when and how to apply conditioning products
c. Outline the importance of removing conditioning products
d. Outline the importance of removing excess water from the hair at the end of the service
e. Outline the importance of de-tangling the hair from point to root
f. Outline the importance of using shampoos and conditioning products cost effectively
Outcome 9
Know how to communicate and provide aftercare advice for clients
a. Describe how to give advice and recommendations to clients
b. Describe how to use combs and brushes from point to root
c. Describe how often to shampoo, condition and treat the hair, according to hair and scalp condition and lifestyle
d. Describe beneficial and unsuitable products for client home use
UN20GB3
Cut hair using basic barbering techniques
Outcome 3
Know salon and legal requirements
a. Describe the salon`s requirements for client preparation
b. Describe the salon`s expected service times for cutting hair
c. Describe the salon’s and legal requirements for disposal of waste materials and sharps
d. State personal responsibilities in relation to cutting services under current Electricity at Work Regulations
Outcome 4
Know how to work safely, effectively and hygenically when cutting hair
a. Outline the types of personal protective equipment that should be available for clients and themselves
b. Describe why it is important to protect clients from hair clippings
c. Describe how own and client positioning can affect the desired outcome and reduce fatigue and injury risk
d. Describe why it is important to position cutting tools and equipment for ease of use
e. Outline the safety considerations which must be taken into account when cutting hair
f. Describe why it is important to keep the work area clean and tidy
g. Describe why it is important to check for infestation and to avoid cross-infection
h. Compare safe and hygienic working methods that minimise the risk of cross-infection and cross-infestation
i. Describe the importance of personal hygiene
j. Describe the use and maintenance of cutting tools
Outcome 5
Know about hair growth factors
a. Describe the factors to consider before and during the cutting of wet and dry hair
b. State the average rate of hair growth
c. Describe why hair products should be removed from the hair prior to cutting
d. Describe the known causes and typical patterns of male pattern baldness
Outcome 6
Know about the use of cutting techniques
a. Describe the importance of correctly combing out the hair prior to cutting
b. State the tools which can be used on wet hair and dry hair
c. Describe how influencing factors can affect the way the hair is cut
d. Outline the importance of consulting with clients throughout the cutting process
e. Outline the importance of applying the correct degree of tension to the hair when cutting
f. Compare the use and effects of club, freehand, clipper over comb,scissors over comb, thinning and fading techniques
g. Describe the reasons for establishing and following cutting guidelines
h. Describe how to create and follow a guideline for:
− uniform layer
− graduation
− with and without a fringe
− with and without a parting
− around the ear outline and fade
i. Describe how to cross-check and balance the cut and its
importance
j. Outline the importance of working with the natural fall of the hair when considering the weight distribution within a haircut
k. Illustrate how to create different outline and neckline shapes
l. Describe how hair angle affects weight distribution, balance and degree of graduation of the cut
m. Outline the importance of cutting to the natural neckline in barbering
Outcome 7
Know cutting equipment and its use
a. Differentiate the types and achieved effects of different clipper blades and attachments
b. Describe how the angle positioning of the head and cutting tools affects weight distribution, balance and degree of graduation of the cut
Outcome 8
Know how to communicate hair maintenance and management information to clients
a. Describe how to communicate effective advice and recommendations to clients
b. Estimate the recommended time interval between regular cuts and its importance
c. Describe suitable and unsuitable styling products and tools for home use
d. Describe how lifestyle can influence client’s style choice
UN20GB4
Cut facial hair to shape using basic techniques
Outcome 4
Understan Salon and Legal Requirements
a. Describe the salon requirements for client preparation
b. Describe the salon`s expected service times for cutting facial hair to shape
c. Describe the salon’s and legal requirements for disposal of waste materials
d. Describe own responsibilities under the current Electricity at Work Regulations
Outcome 5
Understand how to work safely, effectively and hygienically when cutting facial hair
a. Identify the protective clothing that should be available for clients
b. Explain why it is important to protect clients from hair clippings
c. Describe how the position of the client and yourself can affect the desired outcome and reduce fatigue and the risk of injury
d. Identify why it is important to use the correct type of barber’s chair
e. Identify the safety considerations which must be taken into account when cutting facial hair
f. Explain why it is important to check for infestation and to avoid cross-infection
g. Explain why it is important to keep the work area clean and tidy
h. Compare the methods of cleaning, disinfecting and / or sterilisation used in salons
i. Describe methods of working safely and hygienically, which minimise the risk of cross-infection and cross-infestation
j. Explain the importance of personal hygiene
Outcome 6
Understand how to use tools and equipment
a. Describe methods of cleaning and maintaining tools and equipment
b. Explain how to safely use tools and equipment
c. Explain how to level and test clippers
d. Explain the effects that different size clipper blades can achieve
Outcome 7
Understand cutting techniques for facial hairan: Portfolio reference /
Assessor initials*
a. Describe the different factors that must be taken into consideration prior to cutting
b. Describe how different factors can affect the way facial hair is cut
c. Explain the importance of cutting to the natural facial hairline
d. Describe basic beard and moustache shapes
e. Explain the importance of consulting with the client throughout the cutting process
f. Describe how and when to cut facial hair using freehand, scissors over comb, clipper with attachment and clipper over comb cutting techniques
g. Explain the reasons for establishing and following guidelines
h. Describe how to create and follow a guideline for beards with tapered outlines, sculptured outlines and moustaches
i. Describe why it is important to work with the natural growth patterns of facial hair when considering the weight distribution within a facial haircut
j. State the average rate of hair growth
Outcome 8
Understand aftercare advice for clients
a. Explain how to give effective advice and recommendations to clients
b. Recommended time interval between cuts or to achieve the desired new look
c. Explain how lifestyle can influence the client’s choice of style
d. Describe how to maintain beard and moustache shape
e. Describe the tools suitable for home use between cuts
UN20GB5
Dry and finish men’s hair
Outcome 3
Understand salon and legal requirements affecting the service
a. Describe the salon`s requirements for client preparation
b. State the salon`s expected service times for drying and finishing hair
c. Describe own responsibilities under the current Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations in relation to the use of styling and finishing products
d. Describe own responsibilities under the current Electricity at Work Regulations
Outcome 4
Understand how to work safely, effectively and hygienically when drying hair to shape
a. Describe contact dermatitis and how to avoid developing it whilst carrying out styling and finishing services
b. List the protective equipment that should be available
c. State why it is important to use personal protective equipment
d. Explain how the position of the client and yourself can affect the desired outcome and reduce fatigue and the risk of injury
e. State the importance of positioning equipment for ease of use
f. Describe the safety considerations which must be taken into account when drying and finishing hair
g. Explain why it is important to keep the work area clean and tidy
h. Describe methods of working safely and hygienically which minimise the risk of cross-infection and cross-infestation
i. Explain the importance of maintaining personal hygiene
j. Explain why it is important to check electrical equipment used to aid the drying and finishing processes
k. Compare the methods of cleaning, disinfecting and sterilisation used in salons
l. State the importance of using products economically
m. Explain why tools and heated styling equipment should be kept free from excess oils and product build up
Outcome 6
Understand how to use drying and finishing techniques, methods, products, equipment
a. Describe the types of products, tools and equipment available for drying and finishing men’s hair
b. Outline when and why drying and finishing products should be used
c. Explain the importance of following the manufacturers’ instructions for the use of the specific styling and finishing products in the salon
d. Outline why and how to use the different types of:
− styling brushes and combs when blow drying and blow waving
− attachments when blow drying and blow waving
e. Outline current techniques for drying and finishing hair
f. Describe how factors affect the drying process and the finished look
h. Describe how the size of the section and the angle at which the hair is held during drying influences the volume and direction of the hair movement
i. Describe methods of handling and controlling hair sections during the drying process
Outcome 7
Understand how to communicate and provide aftercare advice for clients
a. Identify products for home use that will benefit the client and those to avoid and why
b. Explain how the continual use of heated equipment can affect the hair
c. Outline how to recreate and maintain the agreed style
d. Describe how lifestyle can influence the choice of style (e.g. active sports, career and job requirements)
e. Explain how to give effective advice and recommendations to clients