# Barbers > Provide barbering services, such as cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair; trimming beards; or giving shaves. - Code: 39-5011.00 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 39-5011) - Family: [Personal Care & Service](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-39), one of its 34 occupations - Tasks: 18 tasks (14 core and 4 supplemental) - Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/39-5011.00 - JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/39-5011.00.json ## What the work is made of 1. Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments. Core task · Task 8049 · Rated by 66 people who do the job, August 2018 2. Drape and pin protective cloths around customers' shoulders. Core task · Task 8051 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2018 3. Cut and trim hair according to clients' instructions or current hairstyles, using clippers, combs, hand-held blow driers, and scissors. Core task · Task 8050 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2018 4. Question patrons regarding desired services and haircut styles. Core task · Task 8052 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2018 5. Clean work stations and sweep floors. Core task · Task 8053 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2018 6. Apply lather and shave beards or neck and temple hair contours, using razors. Core task · Task 8063 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2018 7. Record services provided on cashiers' tickets or receive payment from customers. Core task · Task 8054 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2018 8. Shape and trim beards and moustaches, using scissors. Core task · Task 8056 · Rated by 66 people who do the job, August 2018 9. Perform clerical and administrative duties such as keeping records, paying bills, and hiring and supervising personnel. Core task · Task 8061 · Rated by 66 people who do the job, August 2018 10. Stay informed of the latest styles and hair care techniques. Core task · Task 8057 · Rated by 66 people who do the job, August 2018 11. Suggest treatments to alleviate hair problems. Core task · Task 8058 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2018 12. Order supplies. Core task · Task 8055 · Rated by 64 people who do the job, August 2018 13. Shampoo hair. Core task · Task 8059 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2018 14. Recommend and sell lotions, tonics, or other cosmetic supplies. Core task · Task 8065 · Rated by 64 people who do the job, August 2018 15. Provide skin care and nail treatments. Supplemental task · Task 8067 · Rated by 64 people who do the job, August 2018 16. Keep card files on clientele, recording notes of work done, products used and fees charged after each visit. Supplemental task · Task 8060 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2018 17. Curl, color, or straighten hair, using special chemical solutions and equipment. Supplemental task · Task 8062 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2018 18. Provide face, neck, and scalp massages. 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