Description
Assure quality of tobacco leaves by examining leaves for colour variations, tears, tar spots, tight grain, and size under specifications. Place leaves not suitable for wrapper in separate pile. Fold wrapper leaves into bundles for stripping.
Alternative labels
affirm quality of tobacco crops
confirm quality of tobacco crops
guarantee quality of tobacco crops
ensure quality of tobacco crops
assuring quality of tobacco crops
assure quality of tobacco crops
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Assure quality of tobacco leaves is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Leaf sorter: Leaf sorters analyse colour and condition of tobacco leaves in order to determine whether they should be used as cigar wrappers or binders. They select leaves without visible defects taking into account colour variations, tears, tar spots, tight grain, and sizes as per specifications. They fold wrapper leaves into bundles for stripping.
Cigar inspector: Cigar inspectors test, sort, sample and weigh cigars in order to find defects and deviations away from the product’s specifications.
Optional skill
Assure quality of tobacco leaves is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
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