AHCWOL406 — Determine wool classing strategies

1 Source information for input to classing strategies

• 1.1Obtain information on previous year’s clip preparation and sale results, including Wool Classer’s specification, test results and appraisal and of non-measured characteristics
• 1.2Obtain information on growing and management history for the mobs over the last twelve months from the grower
• 1.3Identify current recommendations appropriate to the specific wool clip in the industry code of practice
• 1.4Obtain current specific exporter and buyer/broker requirements and limitations
• 1.5Identify marketing and selling methods and end uses for the wool and determine their implications on clip preparation
• 1.6Identify factors that will influence the classing process according to workplace procedures
• 1.7Identify the visual characteristics to be appraised using the relevant descriptors

2 Develop strategies for classing the clip

• 2.1Identify fleece type and set up suitable fleece, skirting and oddment lines
• 2.2Select clip preparation methods to suit the fleece type and market requirements in line with quality standards and buyer/broker considerations
• 2.3Adopt operating procedures that eliminate contamination and address bale traceability
• 2.4Select shed layout and facilities that will permit efficient workflow and teamwork in line with workplace policies
• 2.5Identify work health and safety (WHS) and biosecurity hazards, assess risks and implement suitable control measures
• 2.6Select requirements for labelling and placement of bins and containers

3 Communicate classing strategy

• 3.1Prepare the shed layout, equipment and facilities required and convey requirements for clip preparation to wool harvesting staff
• 3.2Communicate clip preparation methods and classing procedures and confirm with the wool handlers

4 Review the success of the strategies for the clip and prepare information

• 4.1Analyse classed clips and review strategies based on lines made, appraisal of non-measured characteristics and test results
• 4.2Compare alternative clip preparation and classing strategies for profitability of the clip
• 4.3Appraise wool clip classing lines according to visual characteristics and record the appraisal of non-measured characteristics

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