Introduction
SHBBINF002 Maintain Infection Control Standards unit of competency describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to maintain infection control during skin penetration procedures and to review clinic compliance with the applicable state or territory requirements.
This unit of competence is designed to provide you with the ability to identify, manage and control infection risks to clients, self and work colleagues.
Course Details
- Relevant state, territory, local council, industry codes of practice, health
acts, regulations and guidelines relating to beauty services - Standard and additional precautions as defined by the National Health
and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) - Legal responsibilities in relation to infection control, sterilising,
registration or business licensing, conduct of occupation, and
maintenance of premises relevant to role - Needle stick or sharps injury procedures for notification and response
- Procedures and practices that support infection control measures and
prevent infection transmission - Risk management process for identifying treatment infection control risks
- Workplace infection control risks
Cleaning, disinfection and sterilising procedures
- Comply with infection control regulations and guidelines and related legal
obligations. - Monitor hygiene of premises.
- Maintain infection control for skin penetration treatments
- Sterilise equipment and maintain steriliser
- Maintain awareness of clinic design for control of infection risks
Online study and attending the college on 1 occasion for practical assessment.
- Underpinning Knowledge
- 1 Practical Observation
- Research Task – Compliance Report
This course is a prerequisite for the nationally accredited course SHBBSKS003 Design and Provide Cosmetic Tattoo, and is recommended for positions such as:
- Cosmetic Tattooists
- Healthcare Professionals who perform skin penetration procedures
- Tattoo Artists
- Body Piercers
- Beauty Therapists
- Environmental Health Officers (EHO)
Please ensure you check with your local council their requirements before commencing this course.
Please read our Course Guide booklet for full details.
For a complete list of course fees, payment plans, and funding options, please visit the Fees & Charges page.
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Maintain Infection Control Standards
SHBBINF002 Maintain Infection Control Standards
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