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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Establish recording system and documentation
   • Select documentation that complies with the requirements of the Code of Practice for the Preparation of Australian Wool Clips, relevant legislation and the enterprise
   • Establish guidelines for the use of the recording system including the type, frequency and format of recording
   • Inform those who are to use the recording system of their obligations and any specific instructions that are necessary
   • Check documentation regularly to confirm that it is accurately completed and updated at the proper times
2. Complete records for wool classing
   • Complete documents and records required by the organisation and the market
   • Complete wool clip specification prior to consignment, to ensure that the correct lotting advice is provided to the selling broker or buyer
   • Make any additional notes or give advice necessary on the documents so that they are clearly understood
   • Obtain all signatures and registrations that are required and include on documentation
   • Prepare wages statements for contractors according to the agreements reached in employment conditions
3. Provide information and advice to the woolgrower
   • Make suggestions for improved safety and fleece quality that are derived from observations, smoothness of workflow, and discussions with operators within the wool shed
   • Communicate the wool clip specification to the appropriate authority at shed cutout

Range Statement

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Performance Evidence

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

develop the recording system for wool clips and bales

communicate recording requirements clearly to wool handlers and pressers

prepare and maintain records as required by the Code of Practice for the Preparation of Australian Wool Clips, legislation or enterprise

observe, identify and react appropriately to work health and safety hazards

observe the work and identify areas of the work or the facilities that could be improved

communicate information and advice to the woolgrower on improvements

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Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

features of the Code of Practice for the Preparation of Australian Wool Clips and other relevant quality standards

features of quality assurance schemes used in the organisation and in the industry, and their documentation requirements

requirements for the completion of a clip specification

employment conditions and agreements for a range of workers in a wool harvesting and preparation team

documentation requirements for wool clip preparation and shearing operations

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