It is assumed that the learner has competent in:

• Communication at ABET NQF level 4, or equivalent.
• Mathematical Literacy at ABET NQF Level 4, or equivalent.
• The use of applicable machinery/equipment for picking of stock in the orginization.

The unit standard is intended for people who pick stock for dispatch to stores/customers in a Distribution Centre or Warehouse.

These persons are able to identify stock listed on a picking advice, pick the correct quantity, pack and move the stock ready for dispatch to customers/stores in a manner that prevent losses and enhance the efficiency of the supply chain.

• Interpret instruction to pick stock.
• Pick stock.
• Stock is moved to load point.
• Prevent shrinkages and losses while picking stock.

• The organisational method for notifying items to pick and the understanding of these notifications.
• The effect of incorrect picking on the business.
• The different organisational packing containers and their uses.
• The different stock in the DC/Warehouse, their characteristics and the best methods of packing them.
• Different methods/machinery/equipment for picking in the organisation.
• How to identify the different problems that could be encountered when picking stock and to whom they must be reported.
• Organizational requirements in respect of tagging/identifying stock/containers with their destination.
• Load points and how to choose the correct load point.
• How to minimise damages when picking, packing and moving stock.
• The impact of damages on the organisation.
• The terms shrinkage & losses.
• The effect of shrinkage and losses on profits and employees.
• Causes and preventative methods for shrinkage and losses as applicable to the process of picking stocks.
• Common terms and concepts used when picking stock in the DC.

• Contact your Ikaheng representative for a proposal.