UHB11_v1

Plaiting hair

Level 1

UHB11

Learner name:

Learner number:

T/507/0517

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T hrough this unit you will learn how to carry out a scalp plait that is neat, even and secure. You will identify the importance of using even sections and know how to adjust your sections

for different thicknesses of hair.

You will be able to provide aftercare advice for the maintenance of your plait and state factors that may affect or prevent the plait being carried out.

Level

13

Credits

30Guided Learning Hours (GLH)

Overview

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What you must know & doHow to achieve this unitOn completion of this unit you will:

Learning outcome 1

Know how to plait hair

a. Produce a collage/book of plaits and products

b. State the benefits of using hair products effectively

c. Describe the safety considerations for plaiting hair

Learning outcome 2

Be able to plait hair

a. Prepare yourself, the model and your work area to plait hair

b. Identify any problems that may affect the service

c. Carry out a consultation and plan for the service

d. Select products and tools for plaiting hair

e. Use hygienic and safe methods of working

f. Carry out a plait on a model

g. Give aftercare advice

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What you must learnThis section provides you with guidance on the recommended knowledge and skills required to achieve this unit.

Learning outcome 1

Know how to plait hair

Produce a collage/book of plaits and products

Presentation: Collage, poster, leaflet (computerised or paper-based).

What to include: Images of individual and multiple plaits, and hair products to support plaits.

State the benefits of using hair products effectively

Products and benefits:

Wax – removes static/frizz, gives definition and adds shine.

Sprays – holds style in place, helps control, repels moisture, long-lasting, adds shine.

Gel – gives a firm and controlled finish to a plait.

Serum – adds shine, reduces static/frizz.

Describe the safety considerations for plaiting hair

Something that may happen before, during or after the process:

Dropped comb or equipment – sterilise and replace.

Hair knotting as sections are weaved – comb through before weaving and take smaller sections.

Product gets into model’s eye – rinse with cool water and seek advice.

Lack of product – choose another product, get advice, seek assistance.

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What you must learnLearning outcome 2

Be able to plait hair

Prepare yourself, the model and your work area to plait hair

Prepare yourself: Clean clothes, clean shoes, minimal jewellery and piercings, clean hair, clean teeth and fresh breath, clean nails.

Prepare your model: Remove your model’s outer clothing to protect against damage, use a clean gown and towel, ensure your model is relaxed and comfortable, be aware of jewellery and remove if necessary (to avoid damage to jewellery and skin).

Prepare your work area: Clean and hygienic, good lighting and ventilation, covering for the table or trolley, jar with sterilising fluid, tools and equipment in a safe working position.

Prepare products and tools:

Products – wax, spray, gel, serum.

Tools – combs, sectioning clips, brushes, bands, pins.

Identify any problems that may affect the service

Deal with yourself:

Hair knotting as you pick up sections – use comb to smooth through before picking up sections.

Plait is loose – take smaller sections, hold sections firmly.

Ask for help:

Hair length, thickness or style not suitable for look wanted.

Scalp condition (non-contagious) – cuts and abrasions.

Scalp condition (contagious) – head lice/nits.

If in doubt always seek help.

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What you must learnCarry out a consultation and plan for the service

Questioning methods: Identify the condition of the hair and hair type to select products to use and thickness of sections to take. Use questioning techniques throughout.

Open questions – your model cannot say yes or no, they will have to provide a full answer to a question.

Closed questions – your model can only answer yes or no to your questions

Hair condition – chemically treated, normal, dry, oily.

Hair length – above, below shoulder.

Thin/fine hair – will need smaller sections.

Medium hair – medium sectioning throughout.

Thick hair – may need bigger sections and more products on the hair.

Consultation form/sheet: Identify your model’s hair condition, type and length, agree a service with them.

Select products and tools for plaiting hair

Follow manufacturer’s instructions when using products and tools.

Products: Used to control hair for a neat finish.

Wax – removes static/frizz, gives definition and adds shine.

Sprays – holds style in place, helps control, repels moisture, long lasting, adds shine.

Gel – gives a firm and controlled finish to a plait.

Serum – adds shine, reduces static/frizz.

Tools:

Combs – (detangling, pintail, cutting comb), to section, smooth, neaten and fix style.

Sectioning clips – keep any hair in place while plaiting.

Flat brushes – paddle, Denman, removes tangles and knots.

Hair bands – secure plait in place.

Grips and pins – secure loose hair.

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What you must learnUse hygienic and safe methods of working

Follow safe methods of working: Carry out the service without causing danger or damage to yourself, the model or your work area intentionally or by accident, follow health and safety policies for working safely.

Preparation: Ensure everything is ready before you start, place products, tools and equipment close at hand on a trolley or work surface.

How to work hygienically: Only use clean towels and ensure tools and equipment are sterilised. Clean the work area when complete.

Hazards and risks: Store, handle, use, dispose of products and tools correctly, avoid trailing wires, clean up spillages.

Carry out a plait on a model

Plait: Head plait, French plait, scalp plait.

Create a plait:

1. Apply product if needed to control hair.

2. Divide a 4-inch section of hair into three equal sections of A, B and C.

3. Hold section A in the left hand and hold section C in the right hand. Section B should hang loosely between A and C.

4. Overlap section C with B, then A over C and finally B over A. Pull the first plait snug.

5. Take a 1-inch wide section of hair from the left side of the head, and add it to section C before overlapping C over B.

6. Take a 1-inch wide section of hair from the right side of the head, and add it to section A before overlapping A with C.

7. Continue weaving strands from the left and right weaving more or less depending on the thickness of the hair.

8. Secure your plait with a hair band.

Give aftercare advice

How to look after and remove the plait: Only use covered or correct bands to secure plait, use pins to secure any flyaway hairs, do not pull, brush through gently to remove knots.

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Communication Attention to detailWork skills

To achieve a Pass:You must achieve all criteria in the What you must know & do sections of this unit

To achieve a Merit:You must achieve all criteria in the What you must know & do sections of this unitAND achieve 2 of the 3 additional performance standards.

To achieve a Distinction:You must achieve all criteria in the What you must know & do sections of this unitAND achieve all 3 additional performance standards.

Additional Performance Standards:

Achieving your grade

Achieved Not achieved Achieved Not achieved Achieved Not achieved Possible examples:

You arrived ahead of time to prepare yourself and your work area for the service.

You arrived for the service dressed appropriately and well groomed.

You prepared the work area so it was clean/well-ordered and safe.

You maintained a safe work area before, during and after the service.

You ensured all tools were clean and free from hair before and after the service.

You laid out the products and tools in order of use.

You ensured the products were not empty prior to the service.

Possible examples:

You professionally welcomed your model.

You communicated clearly and confidently.

You explained how hair thickness impacts on the finished plait.

You used verbal communication skills in a respectful manner.

You listened carefully and followed any instructions accurately.

You checked regularly with the model to ensure that they are comfortable.

You used a wide variety of positive non-verbal communication skills.

You ensured that your model is happy with their finished service.

Possible examples:

You used PPE appropriately for the service.

You used even tension throughout.

You achieved a precise, even and balanced plait.

You created a neat and secure plait.

You ensured that all sections were equal in size.

You avoided ‘bagging’ in the nape area.

You ensured the plait was central and straight.

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Know how to plait hair

Learning outcome 1Portfolio reference

Achieved all a. Produce a collage/book of plaits and products

b. State the benefits of using hair products effectively

c. Describe the safety considerations for plaiting hair

Be able to plait hair

Learning outcome 2Portfolio reference

Achieved all

a. Prepare yourself, the model and your work area to plait hair

b. Identify any problems that may affect the service

c. Carry out a consultation and plan for the service

d. Select products and tools for plaiting hair

e. Use hygienic and safe methods of working

f. Carry out a plait on a model

g. Give aftercare advice

Unit Sign offUnit grade achieved (tick box)

Pass Merit Distinction

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What you must know & do

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