Unit of competency Outline

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Pack and dispatch (advanced)

Pack and dispatch (advanced)

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPSU321C
State Code
D3264
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/07/2010
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/09/2014
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
09/09/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to coordinate and supervise the packing and dispatch of printed products.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assess final product
  • 1.1. Finished job is collected/received and checked against job specifications according to enterprise procedures
  • 1.2. Defects, irregularities and discrepancies are identified and action taken according to enterprise procedures
2. Assess wrapping and packaging requirements
  • 2.1. Work instructions are checked to determine any specific customer wrapping and packaging requirements
  • 2.2. Product is assessed to determine wrapping, parcelling and packaging requirements
  • 2.3. Product destination and delivery time are confirmed to determine most appropriate delivery mode
  • 2.4. Transportation/shipping requirements are determined
3. Prepare stock for dispatch
  • 3.1. Suitable area for wrapping/packaging is selected and prepared
  • 3.2. Wrapping and packaging materials are prepared
  • 3.3. Product is wrapped in pre-determined parcel sizes as required
  • 3.4. Product is packaged as appropriate to product size, type, destination, delivery route and method of transportation, according to workplace instructions, transportation/shipping regulations and OHS requirements
  • 3.5. Packaged goods are weighed and labelled according to delivery instructions, transportation/shipping regulations and enterprise procedures
4. Dispatch product
  • 4.1. Packaged product is stacked on/in appropriate storage/shipping containers prior to dispatch
  • 4.2. Product is dispatched via appropriate delivery mode according to workplace instructions, enterprise procedures and OHS requirements
  • 4.3. Product shipping details are recorded according to enterprise procedures
  • 4.4. Delivery schedules are monitored and amended as required according to enterprise procedures
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. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Enterprise procedures may include:
range of enterprise procedures within defined work area.
Packing techniques may include:
methods of packing and use of equipment for wrapping and packing of screen printed products.
Weighing techniques may include:
accurate use of weighing machines and scales.
Dispatch methods may include:
packaging requirements for different methods of transportation of screen printed products (ie courier, interstate).
Type of inspection may include:
types of inspection techniques (i.e. 100%, random periodic and continuous in-line inspection).
Product mobility may include:
pallet trucks and forklifts for storage and loading of goods.
Quality standards may include:
client requirements and enterprise and industry standards.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
supervising effective packing and dispatching of printed products
supervise the wrapping and packing of a variety of printed matter (at least THREE lots) and dispatch goods to at least THREE destinations to job sheet specifications and according to the listed Performance Criteria
evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity.

Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
resources and product to pack and dispatch.

Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.

Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D0514 ICPSU321B Pack and dispatch (advanced) Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUM93 ICPSUP321 Pack and dispatch (advanced) Unit of competency