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Press wool for a clip

Press wool for a clip

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCWOL317
State Code
OFE95
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
11/02/2025
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
11/08/2025
Field of Education
050103 - Wool Science
Original Release Date
11/08/2025
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to press wool into bales and carry out related tasks such as branding the bales, recording bale weights and numbers, and subsequently storing the wool bales.This unit applies to wool pressers who work in close cooperation with the Wool Classer and maintain a rate of pressing that ensures wool flow can be maintained. The work is carried out within established routines, methods and procedures.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures and work health and safety (WHS) according to state/territory regulations, legislation, codes and standards that apply to the workplace. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for wool pressing
  • 1.1 Check the wool press for safe operation, and lubricate and maintain it as required
  • 1.2 Inspect the work area to confirm it is free of all contaminants in readiness for pressing
  • 1.3 Confirm that supplies of wool packs, bale fasteners and hooks, stencils and bale-branding inks are located in appropriate place
  • 1.4 Identify the appropriate recording system
  • 1.5 Check the scales to be used for accuracy and calibrate if necessary
  • 1.6 Check the press and its location for safety in line with workplace requirements
  • 1.7 Identify any defective equipment and report to the appropriate person
  • 1.8 Identify the lines of wool and confirm with the Wool Classer
2. Press wool
  • 2.1 Consult the Wool Classer to determine mob cut-outs and pressing requirements
  • 2.2 Apply safe work practices at all times and use available safety equipment in line with work health and safety (WHS) and following manufacturer specifications
  • 2.3 Select, use and maintain suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensure correct fit
  • 2.4 Check wool for contamination and place any contaminants found in the appropriate location
  • 2.5 Check woolpacks for conformity in line with workplace requirements
  • 2.6 Seek directions for order of pressing and any special requirements from the Wool Classer
  • 2.7 Place all wool correctly and evenly in the press to produce even density bales
3. Carry out the role and responsibilities of the wool presser
  • 3.1 Press bales to optimal weights and within specified weight and length dimensions in compliance with the industry code of practice
  • 3.2 Press lines to avoid mixed bales
  • 3.3 Monitor wool flow and build-up in bins
  • 3.4 Maintain work area in a condition that avoids contamination of wool
  • 3.5 Carry out pressing within time restrictions and workflow of the wool room
4. Close and store bales
  • 4.1 Use approved bale dividers as instructed, and fasten flaps correctly
  • 4.2 Identify bales for branding before removing them from the press in line with traceability requirements
  • 4.3 Store bales safely, avoiding injury to presser, risk to other workers, and damage to bales and equipment
  • 4.4 Store bales to maximise shed space and to avoid weather damage
5. Complete recording requirements
  • 5.1 Brand bales appropriately in line with workplace procedures
  • 5.2 Weigh bales appropriately
  • 5.3 Record bale weights, numbers and descriptions clearly using the appropriate recording system
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAQ97 AHCWOL310 Press wool for a clip Unit of competency