Description
Make sure all working equipment, jewellery and skin is made sterile, before performing skin treatment or body modifications such as tattooing or piercing, to prevent infections or the transfer of diseases.
Alternative labels
sterilising working environment
disinfect working environment
sterilize working environment
sanitize working environment
decontaminate working environment
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Sterilise working environment is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Body artist: Body artists decorate clients’ skin temporarily or permanently. They use various techniques such as tattooing or piercing. Body artists follow clients’ preferences in terms of tattoo’s or piercing’s design and body surface and apply it safely. They also advise on methods to avoid infection following the procedures on clients’ bodies.
Pedicurist: Pedicurists offer cosmetic treatment and care for their clients’ feet and toenails. They cut and shape toenails, give footbaths and exfoliation treatments and apply nail polish.
Manicurist: Manicurists provide fingernail care. They clean, cut and shape the nails, remove cuticles and apply polish. Manicurists apply artificial fingernails and other decorative items on nails. They advice on nail and hand care and sell specialised products.
Optional skill
Sterilise working environment is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
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