Cert III Beauty (SHB30121) flashcards

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Standard precautions

Infection control practices applied to all clients regardless of known status, including hand hygiene, gloves, and safe waste handling.

Chain of infection

Six linked elements from infectious agent to susceptible host; breaking any single link prevents transmission of infection.

Hierarchy of control

Ordered risk controls from most to least effective: elimination, substitution, engineering, administrative, then personal protective equipment.

Patch test

Small application of a product to skin 24 to 48 hours before a service to detect allergic sensitivity, with the result documented.

Informed consent

Client agreement given after understanding the service, its risks, alternatives, and cost, documented and withdrawable at any time.

Absolute contraindication

A condition that means the service must not proceed at all, such as active infection or a known product allergy.

Effleurage

Gliding massage stroke applied with light to firm pressure, generally directed toward the heart to assist venous return.

Petrissage

Massage technique using kneading, lifting, and rolling of soft tissue to release tension and improve circulation.

Skin analysis

Observation of pore size, shine, hydration, and reactivity to classify skin as normal, dry, oily, combination, or sensitive.

Nail matrix

Area beneath the proximal nail fold where new nail cells are produced, determining nail plate growth and thickness.

Eponychium

Living tissue at the base of the nail plate that seals the nail fold and must not be cut during manicure.

Onychomycosis

Fungal nail infection causing thickening and discolouration; it is a contraindication requiring referral, not a cosmetic service.

Complementary colour correction

Using opposite colours on the colour wheel to neutralise unwanted tones, such as green over redness.

Brow mapping

Marking brow start, arch, and tail using the nostril, iris, and outer eye corner as reference points.

Cyanoacrylate sensitivity

Reaction to lash adhesive causing irritation or swelling, managed by screening, ventilation, and prompt removal.

Par stock level

Minimum stock quantity that triggers reordering, set to cover expected use during supplier lead time.

Till reconciliation

Comparing recorded sales against cash and card takings at close of business to identify and document discrepancies.

GST

Goods and services tax of 10 percent in Australia, included in displayed prices and itemised on tax invoices.

Sterilisation

Destruction of all microorganisms including bacterial spores, achieved by autoclave at specified temperature and time.

Disinfection

Reduction of pathogenic microorganisms on surfaces or tools, but not necessarily destruction of spores.

Critical item

Tool or equipment that penetrates skin or contacts blood, requiring cleaning followed by sterilisation before reuse.

Safety data sheet

Document supplying hazard, handling, storage, and first aid information for a chemical product, kept accessible in the salon.

Scope of practice

The range of services and tasks a practitioner is qualified and legally permitted to perform, with referral beyond it.

Inclusive service

Adapting communication, access, products, and pricing explanations to clients of varied backgrounds, abilities, and identities.

Anti-discrimination law

Legislation prohibiting refusal or unequal treatment in service on grounds such as race, sex, disability, age, or religion.

Hand hygiene moments

Five points for hand cleaning: before client contact, before procedure, after fluid exposure, after contact, after surroundings.

Sharps container

Rigid, labelled, puncture-resistant bin for needles and blades, never filled above the marked line or placed in general waste.

Incident register

Record of accidents, injuries, and near misses used to identify recurring hazards and improve control measures.

Relative contraindication

A condition where a service may proceed with modification, such as avoiding an area of irritated skin.

Client record retention

Keeping consultation and treatment records accurate, legible, and stored securely for the period required by law.

Body wrap

Application of a formulated product to the torso and limbs, wrapped to enhance absorption, with sensation and duration explained.

Massage contraindication

Condition such as fever, thrombosis, or recent fracture where massage must be avoided or modified and referred.

Nail plate growth

Average fingernail growth of about 3 mm per month, slowing with age and slower in toenails than fingernails.

Gel polish removal

Soaking or wrapping with acetone-based remover to break the product bond without scraping or damaging the nail plate.

Lash extension bonding

Attaching one extension to one natural lash with a 1 to 2 mm gap from the eyelid to reduce irritation.

Cosmetic tool sanitising

Cleaning and disinfecting brushes, pencils, and applicators between clients and dispensing product with a spatula.

Appointment buffer

Extra time scheduled after a service for clean-down, consultation, and notes to prevent delays to later bookings.

First-in-first-out

Stock rotation method where older product is used before newer stock to reduce waste and expiry losses.

Autoclave cycle log

Record of date, temperature, duration, and operator for each sterilisation run, retained for audit and quality assurance.

Chemical dilution control

Mixing disinfectant at the manufacturer's specified concentration and contact time to ensure it remains effective.

Sustainable salon waste

Segregating general, contaminated, and sharps waste and recycling where safe to reduce environmental impact.

Consumer guarantee

Legal assurance that services are delivered with due care and skill and are fit for their stated purpose.