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Prepare products for storage or despatch

Prepare products for storage or despatch

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTLA2010A
State Code
W7373
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
11/11/2010
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
11/11/2010
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to compile, pack and consign orders according to transportation or storage requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare product for despatch
  • 1.1 Records are checked, where relevant, to ensure requirements are met
  • 1.2 Orders are compiled to customer specifications and requirements
  • 1.3 Orders are coordinated to meet delivery or collection timetables
  • 1.4 Schedules are monitored and adjusted in response to operational variations
2 Product is packed for delivery or collection
  • 2.1 Transport or storage equipment is inspected prior to packing to ensure cleanliness specifications are met
  • 2.2 Packing sequences and OHS practices are followed
  • 2.3 Products are packaged to meet laundry and client requirements
  • 2.4 Final inspection is assessed in accordance with quality standards
  • 2.5 Packaging issues are identified and reported
3 Process orders and dockets
  • 3.1 Despatch, storage and other related documentation is checked
  • 3.2 Documentation is completed
4 Store products
  • 4.1 Products are stored in an appropriate location in accordance with workplace procedures and AS 4146
  • 4.2 Orders are assigned according to storage and transport requirements
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.
Prepare product may include:
care requirements
packaging
correct labelling and identification
Transport or storage equipment may include:
trolleys
bins
baskets
racks
vehicles
weighing machines
conveyor equipment
tying, wrapping, banding and hanging equipment (including heat shrink equipment)
auto ID equipment, bar coding equipment
folding equipment
shelving
cages
linen covers
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 of evidence to be considered
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
confirm requirements
prepare products for storage or despatch
pack products appropriately
compile orders for despatch

Consistency in performance
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

Resource implications
Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.

Interdependent assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
E0994 LMTPRLA10A Prepare products for storage or despatch Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAV40 MSTLA2010 Prepare products for storage or despatch Unit of competency