Scissor records to keep with your kit
Keep the tool, question and next step together. Choose a blank sheet for the stage you are at, then save your completed copy with your own kit records.
Each PDF is one A4 page. Fill it in using a PDF viewer that supports form fields, or print it and write on the sheet. The plain-text versions give you the same fields to edit in your usual notes app.
These downloads start blank. To shortlist two scissors first, start with our top picks by job.
Two-scissor comparison
Put two exact selected tools side by side before choosing.
Check current selected options, prices and inclusions before ordering. This blank download does not include notes entered on the article.
Read the guide: 10 Professional Hair Cutting Scissors to Compare in Australia.
Fields in this record: Two-scissor comparison
Candidate A
- Model and selected option
- Hand and nominal size
- Handle and ring fit
- Documented blade features
- Current total and inclusions
- Question to resolve
Candidate B
- Model and selected option
- Hand and nominal size
- Handle and ring fit
- Documented blade features
- Current total and inclusions
- Question to resolve
First-kit purchase plan
Keep required tools, existing equipment, selected options and the full cost together.
Use your trainer's requirements and current selected prices. Record any service quote separately. Keep the completed copy with your purchase notes.
Read the guide: Apprentice barber kit purchase worksheet.
Fields in this record: First-kit purchase plan
- Required job and timingWhat the next training tasks require and when it is needed
- Already owned or availableTools, condition and suitable care or storage you can keep
- Selected tools and optionsEach model, hand, nominal size and blade or tooth option
- Inclusions and missing extrasListed contents and care or storage still needed
- Selected prices and checking dateCurrent selected prices; keep a service quote separate
- Delivery and full order totalDelivery for the intended address and the final AUD total
- Question to settle before payingAny tool requirement, inclusion or ordering detail still unclear
New-tool arrival record
Match what you ordered with the tools and instructions received.
Keep packaging, photos and open enquiries with this record. Resolve a discrepancy before use, then follow the model and workplace instructions.
Read the guide: 10 Checks When Your New Scissors Arrive.
Fields in this record: New-tool arrival record
- Order and arrival dateConfirmation reference and date received
- Selected itemsEach ordered option, component and stated inclusion
- Received identity and countEach received tool, supplied label and identifying details
- Visible observationCondition or discrepancy and relevant photo references
- Instruction sourceSupplied model instructions or the source still needed
- Open enquiryThe exact question, contact and response still needed
- Agreed next stepThe instructions received and action still to complete
Trainer feedback record
Keep one observed task, the advice given and the next practice agreed.
Bring it back to the agreed review. This editorial discussion aid is not a prescribed assessment record; your trainer sets the practice and assessment arrangements.
Read the guide: Get useful trainer feedback on your barber shear work.
Fields in this record: Trainer feedback record
- TaskThe part of the work your trainer has set
- Actual toolModel, hand, size and relevant setup
- ObservationWhat happens and when, before deciding why
- Trainer feedbackThe advice actually given; leave unresolved questions visible
- Agreed next practiceThe focus and arrangements actually agreed
- Review and dateWhen to return to this question and what to bring
Tool service history
Keep one tool's changes, assessment and return instructions together.
Keep a separate history for each pair. Follow the model instructions and relevant assessment; a review date alone does not mean sharpening is due.
Read the guide: A practical care routine for barber shears.
Fields in this record: Tool service history
- Tool identity
- Date and work context
- Observed change or incident
- Applicable checks and outcome
- Provider findings / work performed
- Return instructions and next review
Record wording revised 2026-10-13. For the current instructions and next action, use the source guide linked beside each sheet.