This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use inventory procedures and requisitioning.

It applies to individuals who perform a range of defined tasks relating to the printing and graphic arts industry, and who may also provide some leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Evidence of the ability to:

apply inventory and enterprise procedures for supply or requisition of goods

compile a portfolio of inventory paperwork over a period of ONE month that shows correct implementation of inventory procedures and requisitioning of goods.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

Standard operating procedures to maintain inventory

describe the effect poor inventory control can have on organisational procedures

explain the difference between requisitioning and purchasing

list the type of goods and materials filed under incoming or inward

list the type of goods and materials filed under outgoing or outward

explain how to maintain accurate recording and filing systems for inward/outward goods

summarise how to accurately maintain customer’s orders

discuss why an order might be returned

explain why checks are conducted on returned goods

identify when goods should be replenished

Routine stocktaking

describe the system used for stocktaking different types of goods (eg inks, substrates, consumables, perishables)

identify who is responsible for calculating value of stock at the date of stocktake

list records of stock value that are kept

describe the system in place for segregating non-current stock

Requisitioning and recording of goods

identify who has the authority to approve requisition of goods

outline any special approval required for requisition of certain goods or materials

explain procedures to indicate goods received have been approved for production and comply with the purchase order

describe procedures in place for urgent requisition of goods

list additional information that may need to be recorded prior to filing requisition orders.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the Support field of work and include access to special purpose tools, equipment and materials.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.

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