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The Wool Harvesting Engagement Checklist is an initiative of the National Wool Harvesting and Training (NWHAT) Advisory Group to assist Shearing Contractors and Woolgrowers (Client) in ensuring wool harvesting is conducted in an agreed and professional manner, with due care for staff, wool clip quality, safety and animal welfare.

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