Picking and Distributing Goods

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
Y/617/5593
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
27 hours

Assessment Guidance

Pass or Fail

Aim

The aim of this unit is to develop a learner’s awareness of what is required to pick, assemble, pack and distribute orders which includes hazardous and non-hazardous goods.

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Unit Learning Outcomes

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1 — Know how to pick and assemble orders. 

  • Methods and equipment
    Piece picking (picking individual items) – bar code scanners; automated picking machines; carousels; voice directed; manual.
    Case picking (picking cases from a bulk location) – pallet rack; flow rack; pallet trucks; fork-lift trucks; bar code scanners; automated picking machines; voice directed.
    Pallet picking (picking complete pallets of goods) - pallet rack; pallet trucks; fork-lift trucks; bar code scanners; reach trucks; voice directed.
  • Hazards
    Heavy items; goods falling from height; trips; repetitive strain injuries; working at height; faulty equipment; incorrect use of personal protective equipment. 

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Outline the main methods used for picking and assembling orders.

  • 1.2

    Describe how different items of equipment are used to pick and assemble orders.

  • 1.3

    Identify potential hazards associated with picking and assembling orders.

2 — Know about packing orders for distribution.

  • Material
    Boxes (cardboard, metal, wood); padded bags; barrels; tubes; special to type containers; tape; crates; cylinders; tankers; shrink wrap; transparent bags; banding, bubble wrap; labels inc hazardous label; nails.
  • Equipment
    Labelling; sealing, wrapping, tape guns; staple guns; banding; filler hopper; hand held scanner, hammer.
  • Documents
    Pick list; packing slip; invoice; bill of lading; airway bill; bill of export; customs papers; insurance certificate.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Identify appropriate packaging materials for different types of order.

  • 2.2

    Describe how different equipment is used to package orders.

  • 2.3

    State key documents which accompany orders.

3 — Know about distributing goods.

  • Modes
    Road; rail; air; sea; intermodal.
  • Ways to load and secure goods
    Load – by hand; pallet trucks; fork-lift trucks; sack truck; cranes; conveyor lines; winch.
    Secure – webbing; ropes; netting, cages; chocks/wedges; sheeting; stanchions; taut-liner; container; chains, blocking bars; battens.
  • Documents
    Road – consignment note; forwarders certificate of receipt
    Rail – rail consignment note; CIM consignment note; forwarders certificate of receipt
    Sea – sea waybill; bill of lading; export license; certificate of origin; customs declarations; forwarders certificate of receipt; commercial invoice.
    Air – air waybill; export license; certificate of origin; customs declarations; forwarders certificate of receipt; commercial invoice

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Describe different modes of transportation.

  • 3.2

    Outline different ways in which goods can be loaded on, and secured to, vehicles.

  • 3.3

    State key documents used for different modes of transport.

4 — Know about distributing hazardous goods.

  • Hazardous v non-hazardous
    Hazardous – anything which can cause harm or damage to humans, animals or the environment either on its own or when combined with one or more other substances.
    Non-hazardous – anything which, on its own, will not cause harm or damage to humans, animals or the environment.
  • Transporting hazardous substances safely
    Follow the separation and segregation rules; use correct and adequate packing material/container; display hazard warning signs; carry relevant safety equipment; secure load to the vehicle; ensure driver is correctly trained; ensure driver knows emergency drills and contact numbers.
  • Documents
    Dangerous good note; dangerous cargo manifest; dangerous goods declaration; container packing certificate; multimodal dangerous goods note.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Outline the characteristics of different types of hazardous goods.

  • 4.2

    Outline ways in which logistics companies ensure hazardous substances are safely transported.

  • 4.3

    State key documents used for transporting hazardous goods by different modes.