This unit requires the individual to pack and dispatch printed products according to enterprise procedures.

ELEMENT

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. Prepare stock for dispatch

2.1. Suitable area for wrapping/packaging is selected and prepared

2.2. Wrapping and packaging materials are prepared according to enterprise procedures

2.3. Product is wrapped and packaged in pre-determined parcel sizes according to enterprise procedures, job specifications, storage and delivery specifications

2.4. Product is packaged in predetermined form as appropriate to product size, type, destination, delivery route and method of transportation; and according to workplace instructions, transportation/ shipping regulations and OHS requirements

2.5. Packaged goods are checked, weighed and labelled according to delivery instructions, transportation/ shipping regulations and enterprise procedures

3. Dispatch product

3.1. Packaged product is stacked on/in appropriate storage/shipping containers prior to dispatch

3.2. Product is dispatched via appropriate delivery mode according to enterprise procedures, job specifications and OHS requirements

3.3. Product shipping/dispatch details are recorded according to enterprise procedures

3.4. Documentation associated with tasks, where relevant, is accurately completed according to enterprise procedures

Required skills

OHS in relation to operating machinery such as safely switching off machinery before cleaning is started

communication of ideas and information by labelling packaged goods according to delivery instructions

collecting, analysing and organising information by accessing information about packing requirements for various products with regard to protecting product and meeting transport needs and fulfilling these requirements

planning and organising activities by preparing stock prior to dispatch

teamwork when liaising with printers, transport suppliers and customers to ensure product arrives undamaged and on time

mathematical ideas and techniques by calculating weights and dividing jobs into separate packages to meet transport needs

problem-solving skills by checking finished job and taking remedial action

use of technology by weighing stock and packaging

Required knowledge

preparing stock for dispatch

items that will be required in the process of dispatching

checks that are performed prior to packaging the product

identifying a defective print or item

defect rectification

wrapping and packing materials and methods

OHS regulations on packaged goods

type of packaging to be used

transport or destination's bearing on the wrapping and packing method

number of units to be wrapped in each parcel

details that need to be recorded on dispatching labels and why

dispatching product

shipping details to be obtained

weight limitations that are there on dispatched products

priorities that are used for dispatching the product

appropriate delivery mode

completing documentation of dispatched product

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:

correctly packing and dispatching printed products and accurately completing documentation

demonstrate an ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources

prepare, pack and dispatch TWO lots of printed or printing related product following correct procedures, job and workplace specifications and 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:

assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment

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.

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.

Packaging techniques may include:

various methods and equipment used in wrapping and packing of printed and printing related products.

Product types may include:

range of products within the major categories of paper, pressure sensitive material, board, corrugated board, plastics and related films, or metal; printing plates, cylinders, disks.

Dispatch methods may include:

packaging requirements for the various methods of transportation of products.

Type of inspections may include:

various types of inspection and testing techniques (ie 100%, random, periodic or continuous in-line inspection).

Quality standards may include:

should meet client requirements and enterprise and industry standards.

Substrate handling may include:

wide and narrow reel and large and small sheet dispatch configurations.

Unit sector

Support

This unit contains employability skills.