AHCSHG311 — Shear sheep to professional level

1 Prepare for shearing operation

• 1.1Identify relevant awards, agreements and workplace policies and standards associated with shearing sheep
• 1.2Communicate with other wool harvesting team members to discuss requirements for a smooth operation to attain output levels and maintain quality standards
• 1.3Gather and check shearing equipment for functionality according to workplace standards and manufacturer specifications
• 1.4Select, use and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly according to workplace standards
• 1.5Identify shearing techniques and shears used for crossbred sheep and merino sheep

2 Recognise and correct faults in own shearing technique

• 2.1Analyse own shearing technique using identified positions and focusing on humane handling of sheep in line with animal welfare and work health and safety (WHS) standards
• 2.2Recognise and correct faults in sheep position, footwork and free hand use
• 2.3Recognise and correct faults in the number of blows and their placement
• 2.4Improve coordination of footwork, free hand use, sheep control and blow placement

3 Apply techniques to increase shearing speed and accuracy

• 3.1Increase speed at which the handpiece is pushed forward and returned between blow placements
• 3.2Improve the power, direction and manoeuvrability applied at the increased speed
• 3.3Improve rhythm at the increased speed
• 3.4Maintain calm and consistent temperament whilst shearing
• 3.5Recognise the importance of stamina and fitness in improvement of output consistency

4 Communicate with wool harvesting team members and shear sheep to industry quality standards

• 4.1Demonstrate safety procedures during shearing in relation to self, other less experienced shearers and sheep
• 4.2Identify potential and existing hazards in the workplace and rectify by taking personal action or by reporting to appropriate person
• 4.3Avoid excessive wool contamination and damage to the wool by shearing in the identified manner and by communicating with the team to ensure the boards are kept clean
• 4.4Shear required number of sheep and tally sheep shorn using identified method and positions in a normal eight-hour working day
• 4.5Use appropriate movement of feet and hands, and maintain correct positioning to the downtube
• 4.6Release sheep at increased speed in line with workplace procedures and WHS standards
• 4.7Follow and communicate workplace biosecurity, environment and traceability policies
• 4.8Communicate with wool harvesting team members to ensure steady workflow according to workplace standards

What does an assessment tool for AHCSHG311 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for AHCSHG311 needs to address all 45 unit components: 4 elements with 22 performance criteria, 2 performance evidence requirements, 19 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for AHCSHG311?

Auditori pulls the current release of AHCSHG311 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

Is the first assessment tool really free?

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