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Barbers: reported tasks and exploration worksheet

Provide barbering services, such as cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair; trimming beards; or giving shaves.

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This source lists 20 tasks, including 18 marked Core and 2 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.

Task source dates: 08/2026.

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Core · Task 8049 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments.

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Core · Task 8050 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Cut and trim hair according to clients' instructions or current hairstyles, using clippers, combs, hand-held blow driers, and scissors.

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Core · Task 8052 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Question patrons regarding desired services and haircut styles.

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Core · Task 8053 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Clean work stations and sweep floors.

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Core · Task 8051 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Drape and pin protective cloths around customers' shoulders.

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Core · Task 8063 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Apply lather and shave beards or neck and temple hair contours, using razors.

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Core · Task 8054 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Record services provided on cashiers' tickets or receive payment from customers.

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Core · Task 8056 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Shape and trim beards and moustaches, using scissors.

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Core · Task 8061 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Perform clerical and administrative duties such as keeping records, paying bills, and hiring and supervising personnel.

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Core · Task 8060 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Keep card files on clientele, recording notes of work done, products used and fees charged after each visit.

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Core · Task 8057 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Stay informed of the latest styles and hair care techniques.

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Core · Task 8059 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Shampoo hair.

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Core · Task 8055 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Order supplies.

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Core · Task 8058 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Suggest treatments to alleviate hair problems.

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Core · Task 8062 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Curl, color, or straighten hair, using special chemical solutions and equipment.

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Core · Task 8066 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Provide face, neck, and scalp massages.

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Core · Task 8065 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Recommend and sell lotions, tonics, or other cosmetic supplies.

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Core · Task 8067 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Provide skin care and nail treatments.

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Supplemental · Task 8068 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Identify hair problems, using microscopes and testing devices, or by sending clients' hair samples out to independent laboratories for analysis.

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Supplemental · Task 8064 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Measure, fit, and groom hairpieces.

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