This standard is about your ability to implement various methods and techniques to alter performers’ appearances using wigs, hair pieces and hair extensions.
It requires selection of wigs and hairpieces that you will use having regard for the following:
design
performers skin
production budget and schedule
potential effects on wigs and hairpieces caused by shooting conditions
cutting techniques required
the effect of styling and finishing products upon wigs and hairpieces
It involves explaining the application and fitting of wigs and hairpieces. It is about positioning wigs and hairpieces to meet the design requirement and desired effect
It involves ensuring that the wigs and hairpieces are clean and dry.
It covers using tools and equipment to cut, set and dress wigs and hairpieces to achieve the required effect.
This standard is applicable to all roles.
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
work in accordance with the design brief and to the schedule and budgetary constraints of the production
test performers’ skin for potential adverse reactions to adhesives, removers and wig hair
take action if the adhesive causes harmful skin reactions
ensure the appropriate wig or hairpiece is chosen
inform performers of the process to fit wigs, hairpieces and hair extensions
confirm the complexion and hair colouring of the performer as necessary
place performers in a comfortable position for wig, hair piece and hair extension application that minimises disruption to others
select the wigs and hairpieces that you will use having regard to the performers skin, needs of the production
consider the techniques required and the effects of cutting, styling and finishing products upon wigs, hairpieces and hair extensions
select the types of hair materials and adhesives to fit wigs and hairpieces having considered potential adverse skin effects and the required mobility and security of wigs and hairpieces
use the correct methods, tools and materials to clean, dry, cut and set wigs, and hairpieces prior to dressing
block or position wigs and hairpieces to meet the design requirements and the type of wig and hair piece used
ensure that wigs and hair pieces are removed following guidelines
document all necessary information regarding wigs and hairpieces
apply hair extensions taking into account the type of extensions used and the condition of the performer’s hair type
remove hair extensions following guidelines
maintain tools and equipment used
clean and store wigs, hairpieces and hair extensions
follow health and safety policies and guidelines are when working with wigs, hairpieces and hair extensions
Knowledge and understanding
You need to know and understand:
the requirements of the design brief, including the face and head shape of the performer
the criteria to consider when selecting wigs and hairpieces
how to complete skin tests and what action to take in the event of an adverse skin reaction
time and budgetary constraints to consider when preparing to fit wigs and hair
the fitting process of wigs, hair pieces and hair extensions
how to access information to confirm the complexion and hair colouring of the performer
how to record information taken in a fitting
how to source and liaise with wig and hairpieces suppliers
the criteria to consider when selecting hair materials and adhesives
the required mobility and security of wigs, hairpieces and extensions
how to clean the lace and wash the wig, hairpiece or hair extension
the difference in approach to styling and maintenance of artificial and human hair
the different cutting techniques required for artificial and human hair
how to block or position wigs and hairpieces to meet the design requirements
how to dress wigs and hairpieces to meet the design requirements
how to use a wig oven
where and how to store and clean wigs, hairpieces and hair extensions
the factors to consider when selecting hair extensions, including the weight of the extensions and how much of the performers hair will be visible
how using hair extensions will affect the condition of the performer’s original hair and how this affects the materials and methods you choose
the methods and techniques for applying hair extensions
how to remove hair extensions safely and carefully
Overview
This standard is about your ability to implement various methods and techniques to alter performers’ appearances using wigs, hair pieces and hair extensions.
It requires selection of wigs and hairpieces that you will use having regard for the following:
It involves explaining the application and fitting of wigs and hairpieces. It is about positioning wigs and hairpieces to meet the design requirement and desired effect
It involves ensuring that the wigs and hairpieces are clean and dry.
It covers using tools and equipment to cut, set and dress wigs and hairpieces to achieve the required effect.
This standard is applicable to all roles.
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
Knowledge and understanding
You need to know and understand: