Dry and Style hair using basic techniques

This standard is about Assistant Hairdressers and Barbers carrying out a range of basic drying and styling techniques, whilst under the supervision of a senior staff member. Responsibilities for health and safety in accordance with the job role, health and safety legislation/regulations, organisational policies and senior staff instructions must be maintained. Discussions with a senior member of staff will take place in support of development and areas for improvement with a senior member of staff will take place following the service.

You must be able to:
 
1.    Discuss and agree your role and responsibilities when carrying out
drying and styling services, with a senior member of staff
2.    Maintain your responsibilities for health and safety in accordance
with health and safety legislation/regulations, organisational policy
and senior staff instructions
3.    Prepare and protect yourself ready to undertake a drying and
styling service
4.    Prepare the working area, tools and equipment, materials and
products for the drying and styling service
5.    Prepare the individual as instructed by as senior member of staff
6.    Observe a senior member of staff whilst they carry out a
consultation, taking into consideration hair classification,
characteristics and state of hair
7.    Discuss with a senior member of staff the techniques, products,
tools and equipment to be used to achieve the required finished
look
8.    Ensure there is an even level of moisture in the hair
9.    Apply the selected styling products following senior staff member
instructions
10. Comb, section and secure hair ensuring neat sections are used
throughout the service
11. Ensure the individual is comfortable throughout the drying and styling
service
12. Carry out appropriate blow-drying techniques to achieve the
required style following senior staff instructions
13. Work methodically and maintain the tension when using the tools to
achieve the required movement and shape, throughout the drying
and styling process
14. Apply finishing products to complete the style following senior staff
member instructions
15. Ensure the direction of the air flow and temperature of the hairdryer
minimises the risk of causing damage to the hair
16. Discuss your development and areas for improvement with a senior
member of staff

You must know and Understand:
1.    The importance of discussing and understanding your role and
responsibilities when assisting with a dry and style service
2.   Your responsibilities for health and safety in accordance with
legislations/regulations, organisational policy and as instructed by
senior team member
3.    The importance of following manufacturers and senior staff
instructions
4.    The types of products, tools and equipment used in drying and
styling services
5.    The physical effects of drying and styling hair has on the hair
structure
6.    The importance of observing a senior member of staff carry out a
consultation prior to a drying and styling hair service
7.    The importance of preparing the individual in line with senior staff
instructions
8.    The importance of taking into consideration the hair classification,
hair characteristics and state of hair before, during and after a
drying and styling hair service
9.    The importance of shampooing the hair and scalp prior to a drying
and styling hair service
10. Why hair should be evenly wet prior to a drying and styling service
11. The importance of completing a drying and styling service in the
specified timescale
12. How excessive tension and incorrect techniques during a drying and
styling service can damage the hair and scalp
13. The types and causes of problems that may occur during drying and
styling hair services
14. The importance of discussing your development and areas for
improvement in  drying and styling services with a senior member of
staff

Hair classification

1. Straight
2. Wavy
3. Curly
4. Tight curls
5. Combination

Hair characteristics

1. Hair density
2. Hair texture
3. Hair elasticity
4. Hair porosity hair growth patterns

State of hair

1. Non-chemically treated hair
2. Partially chemically treated hair
3. Chemically treated hair

Techniques

1. Blow-drying
2. Finger-drying

Tools

1. Flat brush
2. Round brush
3. Tools to enhance natural movement

Styling and finishing products

1.Styling lotion/Heat protector
2.Moisturisers/Creams/Butters
3.Serum/oil
4.Gel
5.Pomades
6.Wax
7.Texture enhancing spray
8.Hairspray
9.Styling powder

Supervising members of staff   -  a qualified member of staff whom is a Stylist, Barber, Manager, Mentor, Tutor/Educator, For Customer service tasks this may also be a Receptionist
Individual – client and may also include team members and visitors
Personal development –  self-improvement. Improves an individual’s capabilities and potential
Responsibilities - having a duty to deal with something eg working safely to avoid risk to others
Health and safety regulations – health and safety law which must be followed
Organisational policies - set of rules, responsibilities, processes and timelines and that behaviour which must be followed
Personal protective equipment (PPE)– items of clothing and equipment to protect individuals eg Gown, towels, Aprons, Gloves and other appropriate PPE
Replenish -  restock/refill or replace something which has been used eg towels, products, shampoos
Consumables – resources that are used up relatively quickly eg shampoos, hair products and refreshments
Communication - exchanging information, ideas, thoughts, or feelings between individuals. This can be verbal, non-verbal (body language) and written
Timely manner – performing tasks without delay
Promotional Display – arranging products in a way that is appealing as instructed by the supervising member of staff
Classification – identifies whether the hair is straight, wavy, curly, tight curly or combination
Consultation – The process of formally consulting and discussing an individuals requirements, previous history of hair services and looking at the clients hair and skin
Characteristics – this includes hair density, texture, elasticity, porosity and hair growth patterns
State of hair  -  Identifies whether the hair is chemically or non-chemically treated
Productivity – the results of working efficiently and effectively
Continued professional development (CPD)- learning experiences which help you develop and improve your professional practice. 
Anticipate – Think ahead as to what is needed
Tension – The amount of force used to hold hair while carrying out a range of services eg shampooing, drying, styling, cutting hair, colouring.
Contact dermatitis – inflammation of the skin (redness, itchy, dry, cracked) when it comes into contact with a particular substance when carrying out a range of services eg Shampooing, Styling, chemical treatments
Methodically – work in an orderly or systematic manner

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