ISCO Unit Group 5141 Hairdressers

From Open Risk Manual

Definition

Hairdressers: Hairdressers cut, style, colour, straighten and permanently wave hair, shave or trim facial hair and treat scalp conditions.

Tasks include -

(a) cutting, washing, tinting and waving hair;

(b) shaving or trimming beards and moustaches;

(c) giving scalp treatments;

(d) fitting wigs according to customers’ requirements;

(e) providing advice on hair care, beauty products and hairstyles;

(f) styling hair into dreadlocks and braids and adding hair extensions;

(g) arranging appointments and collecting payments;

(h) cleaning work areas and sanitizing instruments.

Examples of the occupations classified here:

- Barber

- Hair care specialist

- Hairdresser

- Hairstylist


Occupations

Occupation Title
C5141.1 ISCO Occupation Group 5141.1 Hairdresser

Higher Level