Prepare to change the performer’s appearance
Overview
This standard outlines the preparation methods undertaken to alter the performer's appearance safely, hygienically and in accordance with the requirements of the production.
It is about your ability to organise and arrange workstations, materials, and equipment for easy access by all users. It involves ensuring that workstations are hygienic and tidy and that you use materials and equipment safely.
It also involves advising performers of any possible discomfort that the change of appearance may cause.
This standard is applicable to all roles but is most applicable to the role of hair and make-up supervisors or assistants.
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
clarify and agree the design requirements and schedule from the brief with the relevant person
prepare and organise workstations, materials, equipment and kit bags
- report any issues with workstations, materials, equipment and kit bags to the relevant people and seek solutions
- maintain personal hygiene to avoid transmitting infection to performers
- keep workstation materials and equipment fully stocked, tidy and hygienic throughout the production
- monitor supplies of stock and liaise with the appropriate people to have stock replenished or purchase identified supplies as necessary
- clean hair, wigs, make-up and prosthetic materials using approved cleaning supplies and methods
- label materials and containers with information for safe use
- handle, store and dispose of hair, wigs, make-up and prosthetic materials, tools, equipment and hazardous substance in a safe and hygienic manner
- recognise infectious or contagious skin and/ or hair conditions that could contaminate materials and equipment
- report any skin or hair conditions to the appropriate personnel in a timely and professional manner
- check and prepare to cover any body piercings or tattoos if required
- follow procedures to deal with contamination of hair, wigs, make-up and prosthetics materials and equipment to avoid passing on infection to any performer
- advise the performer about any potential adverse reactions or discomfort that could be caused by make-up and/or hair processes and the steps that will be taken to minimise the risk
- follow health and safety legislation, policies and guidelines at all times
Knowledge and Understanding
You need to know and understand:
- the materials and equipment required for hair, wigs, make-up and prosthetics workstations on set and on location
- how to prepare and organise workstations, materials, and equipment for easy access for all users
- who to liaise with regarding the logistical requirements of working at the location, including identifying running water, light and access
- where and how to obtain hair, wigs, make-up and prosthetics materials and equipment
- how to keep appropriate stock records and monitor supplies
how to check stock quantities including condition and how to replenish stock within budget
how to complete a purchase order form and the relevant personnel to liaise with for necessary signatures
- the types of products available to you and their individual uses
- the design requirements as communicated to you by the relevant person(s)
- the time constraints of the production schedule
- the correct sequence and technique for hair, wigs, make-up or prosthetics application
- hygiene and cleaning requirements for hair, wigs, make-up or prosthetic materials and equipment
- personal hygiene requirements to ensure the comfort and safety of the performers
- how to identify and avoid potential infections and adverse reaction on hair and/or skin
- who to report any skin or hair conditions to
- the appropriate action to take in the event of infections, adverse reactions and personal discomfort for the performer
- the safe and hygienic methods to store, handle and dispose of hair, wigs, make-up or prosthetic equipment, tools, and hazardous substances
- how to cover tattoos and body piercings using appropriate methods, kit, and techniques
- how to explain hair and/or make-up procedures to performers
- how to prepare specific kits and equipment for different locations
- understand the needs of the Hair and Make-Up department when working on location and the appropriate personnel to liaise with
- health and safety legislation, policies, and guidelines applicable to hair and make-up equipment and hazardous substances