Manage shearing and crutching operations

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Assessment Template
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Assessment Matrix
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Evidence Guide
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Competency Mapping Template
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Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver AHCSHG404A, 'Manage shearing and crutching operations'.
Google Links
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Books
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Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan and implement shearing and crutching operations

1.1. Flock owner/manager is consulted about requirements and informed of planning issues.

1.2. Order of mobs is determined for shearing and crutching according to enterprise requirements.

1.3. Staffing needs are determined according to legislative requirements and negotiated with grower/contractor.

1.4. Staff are allocated duties and given necessary directions. Shed equipment and materials are arranged in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements and quality management system.

1.5. Shearing/crutching plan is implemented and adjusted as conditions change.

2. Implement shearing plan and monitor work flow

2.1. Board is kept clear and fleeces are thrown ready for skirting.

2.2. Non-fleece wools are removed and packed as directed.

2.3. Shed staff are given directions for skirting, and fleece to skirting ratio is monitored.

2.4. Directions are issued for closing off bins and lines for mob cut-outs.

2.5. Enterprise requirements with regard to safe workplace and positive environmental practices are complied with according to OHS and quality management system.

3. Supervise wool pressing

3.1. Wool presser is directed on order for pressing and procedures to minimise contamination.

3.2. Wool presser is consulted to monitor the rate of build-up in lines.

3.3. Pressing instructions are issued which reduce mixed bales, while meeting code of practice requirements for uniformity within lines.

3.4. Bale weights are monitored to ensure efficiencies are achieved for the grower.

3.5. Bales are branded in line with code of practice requirements.

3.6. Wool book is monitored for accuracy, legibility and kept up to date at all times.

4. Provide feedback to grower on clip performance and shearing and crutching operations

4.1. Staff performance in clip preparation is reported on.

4.2. Mob characteristics are related to work flow and clip preparation.

4.3. Possible improvements to wool handling facilities are reported.

4.4. Equipment effectiveness and maintenance requirements are reported to grower.

4.5. Lines made and bale details are related to mob characteristics.

4.6. Lotting advice is explained to grower/ manager.

4.7. Wool clip documentation is completed and presented to grower for signature.


Qualifications and Skillsets

AHCSHG404A appears in the following qualifications:

  • AHC40110 - Certificate IV in Agriculture