Unit of competency Outline

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Prepare combs and cutters for machine shearing

Prepare combs and cutters for machine shearing

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCSHG309
State Code
OFE84
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
11/08/2025
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare combs and cutters for machine shearing.This unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work, including limited responsibility for the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation 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. Grind combs and cutters
  • 1.1 Check the grinder and its location for safety hazards and implement control measures according to work health and safety (WHS)
  • 1.2 Identify faulty components and determine level of repair or replacement requirements
  • 1.3 Access appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and fit correctly
  • 1.4 Operate grinder in a safe manner without risk of injury to operator or others or damage to equipment and in line with manufacturer specifications
  • 1.5 Adjust pendulum pin settings, confirm set and pendulum bar is clean and check for level
  • 1.6 Test grinding plates visually in terms of being balanced and true
  • 1.7 Identify worn and incorrectly adhered papers and replace
  • 1.8 Set grinder according to manufacturer specifications
  • 1.9 Identify even wear of combs and cutters and sharpen combs and cutters in line with manufacturer specifications
2. Dress combs
  • 2.1 Select bevel and modify appropriate to wool type
  • 2.2 Determine factors affecting combs selection in terms of type of livestock and seasonal conditions
  • 2.3 Dress comb teeth to uniform shape and length
  • 2.4 Thin comb teeth uniformly along their length
  • 2.5 Polish comb leaving no rough or sharp points
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAR26 AHCSHG302 Prepare combs and cutters for machine shearing Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BJB3 AHC30122 Certificate III in Agriculture Qualification
BKD8 AHC32925 Certificate III in Shearing Qualification