AWI - Shearer and wool handler training

Shearer and wool handler training

AWI is maximizing the return to woolgrowers by boosting the number of trained shearers and wool handlers across the nation. A continuing focus for 08-09 is the development of skilled wool handlers through the “Skilled Wool Handler Training Program.

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Bob McFarland from Hay, NSW

Grant Borchardt from Tara, Queensland

Justin McClure from Tilpa, NSW

Tom Small from St Arnaud, Vic

Tony Overton from Walcha, NSW

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Key elements in shearing shed design - The Shearing Board

Key elements in shearing shed design - types of shearing boards

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Shearer and wool handler training

Overview

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National training resources

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Wool harvesting DVD training resources

Novice Shearing - training for your future

Improver/Professional Shearing - Refining your skills

Wool Handling and Shed Skills - Making it easier

Experting and Grinding - Obtaining the best from your gear

Wool Industry Workouts - Exercise for shearers & wool handlers

Crutching Techniques - Improving productivity

Wool harvesting training program

Certificate II in Shearing learning object mapping

Certificate III in Shearing learning object mapping

Certificate II in Wool Handling learning object mapping

Certificate III in Wool Handling learning object mapping

Wool Handling Training Program List of Qualifications

Wool Handling Training Program

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