Unit of competency Outline
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Receive and handle retail stock
Receive and handle retail stock
Unit of competency
National Code
SIRRINV001
SIRRINV001
State Code
AWX48
AWX48
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/09/2016
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
13/09/2016
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to receive and store retail stock. It requires the ability to check stock quality and quantity against order requirements; store or present stock correctly; and maintain cleanliness of stock-handling areas. This unit applies to all retail sectors and business sizes from large format stores to small independents. It applies to frontline personnel who have limited autonomy and work under close supervision and guidance of others in frontline operational roles. However; in smaller retail businesses, senior personnel also undertake this function. No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Maintain stock handling and storage areas.
- 1.1.Maintain cleanliness of stock handling and storage areas.
- 1.2.Ensure correct environmental conditions for storage of perishable and other stock to prevent loss or damage as required.
- 1.3.Remove and dispose of waste to minimise safety risks and environmental impacts.
- 1.4.Report hazards and potential hazards to relevant personnel to minimise safety risks.
2. Accept stock delivery.
- 2.1.Check incoming stock quantities against order documentation.
- 2.2.Inspect incoming stock quality, and accurately report quality issues or damage to relevant personnel.
- 2.3.Record stock delivery, and report discrepancies with orders as required.
- 2.4.Unpack and handle stock according to manufacturer instructions and safe manual handing techniques to avoid personal health risk and stock damage.
- 2.5.Store or display stock promptly in designated location.
3. Replenish stock levels.
- 3.1.Rotate, replenish and present stock according to organisational requirements for stock levels.
- 3.2.Record stock waste or shrinkage according to organisational procedures.
- 3.3.Maintain optimal stock levels on retail shop floor.
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S6145 | SIRXINV005A | Control inventory | Unit of competency |
| S6141 | SIRXINV001A | Perform stock control procedures | Unit of competency |