To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
Quality checking of printed matter for defects and discrepancies
give examples of defective print or items and explain how each defect can be rectified
explain how to check the job against job specifications
Specific customer instructions for wrapping, packing and dispatching
explain how to check customer’s specific requests for wrapping and packing
explain how to ascertain quantities required for each destination
Wrapping and packing materials, methods and equipment used
outline work health and safety (WHS) concerns when using packaging materials and equipment
identify requirements for mechanical and manual wrapping
list the modes of transport used to transfer loads and describe the packing requirements for each mode of transport
Use of weighing machines, scales and labelling equipment
identify the critical weight of each parcel for dispatch purposes
explain importance of weighing and noting the weight of each parcel
identify necessary labelling requirements
Use of pallet trucks, forklifts and storing and loading goods
identify WHS requirements and safety measures for use of forklifts
describe restrictions in place for personnel in the use of forklifts
identify maximum weight the pallet truck/forklift can lift
list checks in place to ensure goods are correctly loaded onto transport to prevent damage during transit
Monitoring delivery schedules
identify ways of ensuring time of delivery at each destination complies with client’s requirements
outline procedures in place if parcels do not reach their destination
Information sources
explain where to find relevant machine manuals, safety and other documentation and outline the information in each source
Modes of transport and writing of consignment notes
list factors that affect the mode of transport chosen for a particular consignment
explain the process for arranging the pickup of the consignment by the transport company
describe the labels required on the goods to ensure delivery to the right destination
outline the consignment note/dispatch documentation to be completed
explain why the signature of the driver and time of dispatch must be noted on documentation.