The National Council of New Zealand Wool Interests Inc says concerns about wool bales weighing more than 200kg have prompted it to address the issue by introducing a new weight limit.
Wool bales are weighing more than 200kg have been assessed as hazards during transport and handling. Changes are necessary to comply with tougher occupational health and safety laws in New Zealand says the National Council.
It has made amendments to the Industry Code of Practice and is restricting the maximum allowable weight of a bale to 200kg.
Woolgrowers are encouraged to comply with the new bale weight limit to minimise any re-packing and incurring additional charges.
