Unit of competency Outline

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Prepare articles for storage or despatch

Prepare articles for storage or despatch

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTDC2009A
State Code
W7193
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/07/2011
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/11/2010
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
01/11/2010
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to compile, pack and consign orders according to transportation.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare garments or articles for despatch
  • 1.1 Records are checked to ensure requirements are met
  • 1.2 Hanging or packing of garments is assessed according to workplace procedures for handling of finished articles
  • 1.3 Objects to be returned or promotional materials are added to article where appropriate
  • 1.4 Orders are compiled to workplace and customer specifications and requirements
  • 1.5 Orders are coordinated to meet delivery or collection timetables
  • 1.6 Workplace procedures and instructions are read and interpreted
2 Store garments or articles
  • 2.1 Garments or articles are stored in an appropriate location
  • 2.2 Records are maintained
  • 2.3 Knowledge of despatching processes are applied to perform required tasks
RANGE STATEMENT
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
Machines and equipment may include
manual and electrical packaging equipment
mechanical storage conveyors
static railing
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
identify and confirm requirements
prepare garments or articles for storage or despatch
hang or pack articles or garments appropriately
compile and coordinate orders for despatch
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

Context and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
E1365 LMTPRDC10A Prepare articles for storage or despatch Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAW07 MSTGN2002 Package and handle TCF items for storage or despatch Unit of competency