Assist with shaving services

URN: SKABR5
Business Sectors (Suites): Barbering
Developed by: SkillsActive
Approved on: 30 Mar 2021

Overview

This standard coexists alongside, SKAHDBRBNST1 Implement and maintain safe, hygienic and effective working practices*.*This standard is about assisting with hair shaving services, directed and under supervision of a senior barber. You will also be required to do a post procedure evaluation and reflection for continuous improvement. Users of this standard will need to ensure that their practices reflect up-to-date information, policies, procedures and best practice guidance.

The main outcomes are:

  1. Prepare the individual for a shaving service
  2. Carry out a hot towel service
  3. Carry out a facial  massage
  4. Carry out a cold towel service
  5. Conclude the shaving service

Performance criteria

You must be able to:

1.     maintain your responsibilities for health and safety in accordance with legislation, regulations, directives and guidelines

2.     explain your role in assisting with shaving services to the individual, to include, carrying out:

2.1 a hot towel

2.2 the facial massage service

2.3 a cold towel

3.     confirm and agree with the individual, they have understood the proposed services, to include:

3.1 contra-actions

3.2 adverse reactions

4.     obtain the individual's informed consent for the services

5.     prepare the individual's treatment area in accordance with the service plan to include:

5.1 a pre-treatment cleansing product for the skin type

Hot towel service

6.     prepare the towel in accordance with the service plan and manufacturer instructions to include:

6.1 carrying out a temperature check before applying the towel on the individual's treatment area

7.     place the towel on the individual's treatment area in accordance with the individuals service plan, to include:

7.1 avoiding blocking the nostril area

8.     remove the hot towel

Assisting in the shaving service

9.     apply a shaving product on the individual's treatment area in accordance with the service plan

10.   observe the senior barber carrying out the shaving service, to include:

10.1 improving your own knowledge of the procedure and techniques used

11.   continue with the service and remove any residue on the skin in accordance with the service plan

Massage service

12.   apply a massage medium on the individual's treatment area in accordance with the service plan

13.   carry out a massage treatment using massage techniques in accordance with the service plan

14.   remove any residue on the skin in accordance with the service plan

Cold towel service

15.   prepare the towel in accordance with the service plan and manufacturer instructions, to include:

15.1 carrying out a temperature check before applying on the individual's treatment area

16.   place the towel on the individual's treatment area in accordance with the service plan, to include:

16.1 avoiding blocking the nostril area

17.   remove the cold towel

18.   conclude the shaving service with a post-treatment product in accordance with the service plan

19.   monitor the individual's health and wellbeing throughout the shaving service

20.   implement the correct course of action in the event of an adverse reaction

21.   complete the individual's service records and store in accordance with data legislation

22.   provide instructions and advice to the individual post the service

23.   use reflective practice to evaluate the services and take appropriate action, to include:

23.1 receiving feedback from the individual and peers

24.   record the outcome and evaluation of the services carried out


Knowledge and Understanding

You need to know and understand:

1.     your role and responsibilities in assisting with shaving services 

2.     the importance to engage in, and document continuous professional development to include, up-to-date information policies, procedures and best practice guidance

3.     the anatomy and physiology relevant to this standard 

4.     why skin and hair should be cleansed with a pre-treatment product prior to a shaving service

5.     the types of hygiene products for the skin and the importance of following manufacturer instructions 

6.     the type of shaving products used in shaving services 

7.     how to prepare products, tools and equipment in accordance with the service plan 

8.     when, why and how to use lathering techniques when applying lathering products 

9.     how to remove products effectively from the skin 

10.   the massage mediums and massage techniques used in shaving services 

11.   the types, benefits and use of post-treatment products 

12.   the importance of consulting with the individual throughout the service

13.   the health and safety responsibilities in line with legislation before, during and after the service

14.   the legislative and indemnity requirements of gaining signed, informed consent for the service

15.   the importance of monitoring the health and wellbeing of the individual during and post the service

16.   the legislative and regulatory requirements of completing and storing the individual's shaving service records

17.   the expected outcomes from shaving services 

18.   the purpose of reflective practice and evaluation and how it informs future services

19.   the importance to record the outcome and evaluation of shaving service

20.   the instructions and advice post the shaving service


Scope/range

Skin type

  1. oily
  2. dry
  3. combination
  4. balanced

Massage techniques

  1. effleurage
  2. petrissage
  3. tapotement

Post-treatment product

  1. astringents
  2. moisturising cream
  3. aftershave balm
  4. powder
  5. oils

Instructions

  1. pre and post procedure instructions and care
  2. restrictions and associated risks
  3. future procedures

Anatomy and physiology

  1. the basic structure and function of hair
  2. the basic structure and function of skin
  3. relative and absolute contraindications 

Shaving products

  1. cream
  2. gel
  3. oil
  4. soap

Tools and Equipment

  1. lathering brush
  2. single use items
  3. towels
  4. bowl

Lathering techniques

  1. apply with a brush
  2. apply using massage techniques

Scope Performance


Scope Knowledge


Values


Behaviours


Skills


Glossary

Absolute contraindication

An absolute contraindication is a condition that prevents the service from being carried out and may require referral.

Adverse reaction
An adverse reaction is an 'unexpected' reaction or outcome following a service, i.e. fainting

Contra action
A contra-action is an 'expected' reaction or outcome following a service, i.e. erythema

Relative contraindication

A relative contraindication is a condition that requires an assessment of suitability for the service and/or if adaptions are required.


Links To Other NOS

SKAHDBRBNST1, SKAHDBRBNS1, SKAHDBR1, SKABBR2, SKABR1,

SKABR2, SKABR3, SKABR4, SKAHDBR2,  SKAHDBR3, SKAHDBR4,

SKAHDBR5, SKAHDBR6, SKAHDBR7, SKAHDBR8, SKAHDBR9, SKAHDBR10,

SKAHDBR11, SKAHDBR12, SKAHDBR13, SKAHDBR14, SKAHDBR15,

SKAHDB16, SKAHDB19, SKAHDB20, SKAHDB21, SKABR5



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Version Number

3

Indicative Review Date

31 Mar 2024

Validity

Current

Status

Original

Originating Organisation

SkillsActive

Original URN

SKACB1

Relevant Occupations

Barbering, Barber Assistant

SOC Code

6221

Keywords

barbering assistant, barbering