Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Properties of electrical currents and the forms in which they are used may include:
atomic theory
bonding
electrical circuits
use of electrical frequencies:
warming of muscles
muscle contraction
warming of other tissues
cleansing
infusion of products into the stratum corneum
energy
electrical supply
static electricity
direct current
alternating current
low intensity laser.
Beauty therapy treatments may include:
body treatments
advanced facial treatments
diathermy treatments
electrolysis treatments.
Relevant legislation may include:
health and hygiene
therapeutic goods regulations
electrical safety.
Principles of static electricity must include:
causes of static electricity generation
client discomfort caused by electrostatic shock
damage to micro-electronic equipment
ignition of flammable gas or substances e.g. methylated spirits, acetone or turpentine
attraction of dust particles.
Preventive measures must include:
familiarity with correct operation of equipment
equipment adjusted to minimal levels prior to use
recognition of danger signs
switching off and disconnecting appliances from mains supply prior to investigating an electrical fault
electrical safety devices
safe work practices
selection of floor coverings, materials and clothing that minimise the generation of static electricity.
Safety considerations must include:
effects of electrocution
factors affecting severity of electrical shock
contingency plans and emergency procedures.
Short circuits may include:
faulty equipment and/or insulation
current that bypasses the load.
Overloaded circuits may include:
faulty equipment
excessive current through a circuit.
Electrical safety devices may include:
overload cut out devices:
circuit breakers
fuses
earth leakage circuit breakers
surge protectors.
Principles and processes of direct and alternating current may include:
electrical energy and electron movement
electrolytic process
thermal effect
electrodes
frequency ranges
capacitance.
Applications for galvanic direct current and alternating current treatments may include:
iontophoresis - cataphoresis and anaphoresis
disincrustation
electrolysis
diathermy
blending currents for hair reduction
thermolysis
direct and indirect high frequency.
Principles and processes of electrical muscle stimulation and micro current treatments may include:
muscle contraction
stimulation of nerves
alternating current treatment
light therapies:
electro-magnetic spectrum
infra-red radiation
ultraviolet radiation
lower intensity laser therapy.
Correct operation of electrical equipment may include:
precautions to be observed when using electrical equipment
regular checking and maintenance of electrical equipment.
Appropriate safety procedures may include:
monitoring equipment for abnormal behaviour
recognising signs of electrical equipment damage
reporting faults
isolating accidents.
Relevant personnel may include:
supervisor
salon owner
more experienced operator
safety officer.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
applying relevant workplace policies and procedures
applying safe work practices and safe use of products and electrical equipment, including use of preventive measures, according to manufacturer safety manuals and occupational health and safety regulations and requirements
applying principles of electricity as they apply to beauty therapy treatments
applying a range of beauty therapy treatments, using a variety of techniques and procedures involving direct and alternating currents and light therapies
accurately and legibly recording relevant data.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
that competency is consistently demonstrated over a period of time and observed by the assessor or the technical expert working in partnership with the assessor as described in the Assessment Guidelines
that competency is demonstrated in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment in a range of real work situations which may include client interruptions and involvement in other related activities normally expected in the workplace.
Assessment must ensure access to:
an environment, which includes as a minimum access to:
applications for direct and alternating current treatments
micro currents
low level intensity laser
relevant workplace documentation including:
manufacturer's equipment instructions
product instructions
manufacturer safety data sheets
workplace policies and procedures manuals
a range of clients with different treatment requirements.
For further guidance on the use of an appropriate simulated environment, refer to the Assessment Guidelines in this Training Package.
Methods of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of learners performing a range of tasks in the workplace or a simulated work environment, over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies, including:
identifying principles of electricity and developing and maintaining safe work practices
relating a variety of treatment processes and electrical equipment to beauty therapy treatments according to client and safety requirements
written and oral questioning appropriate to the language and literacy level of the learner, to assess knowledge and understanding of beauty treatments using electrical equipment, including home-care advice and relevant legislation
completion of workplace documentation relevant to use of electrical equipment
third-party reports from technical experts
completion of self-paced learning materials, including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SIBBBOS402A Provide body treatments
SIBBFAS405A Provide advanced facial treatments
SIBBHRS504A Provide electrolysis treatments
SIBBSKS503A Provide diathermy treatments
SIBBSKS504A Design and perform cosmetic tattooing.