Controlling & Locating Stock

A learner accredited with this standard will be able to control the storage and locating of stock to minimise loss, damage and claims, and based on a quality service to the customer.

Course outline

The qualifying learner is capable of:

  • recording the appropriate information of stock
  • locating and picking stock with due regard to storage plans, despatch orders and shipping instructions
  • replenishing of/or add to stock
  • determining the appropriate method of storage
  • applying stock control measures.

The learner will also understand relevant aspects of the following:

  • Principles of stock control and stock taking
  • Product knowledge for stock identification, storage and movement purposes
  • Relevant legislation (pertaining to symbols and signs)
  • Identification (signage, coding, labelling, packaging within warehouse/storage facilities)
  • Basic principles of risk and loss control
  • Welfare, health and safety considerations in terms of both legislative requirements and company policies and local environmental regulations

Course information

Study in your own time, at your own pace via our E-Learning offering. Selected NOSA Colleges also offer fully equipped computer and internet facilities so that you can start a career in health and safety. A free service accessible to registered students.

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E-Learning Price Icon E-Learning Price: Not Available as E-learning
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Credits Icon Credits: 8
SAQA ID Icon SAQA ID: 8025
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NQF Level Icon NQF Level: 3
Prerequisites Icon Prerequisites: Communication and Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 1
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Target Groups Icon Target Groups: • This programme is aimed at any person working with stock within the warehousing or logistics chain

Receive online training delivered through video conferencing learning.

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Credits Icon Credits: 8
SAQA ID Icon SAQA ID: 8025
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CPD Points Icon CPD Points:
NQF Level Icon NQF Level: 3
Prerequisites Icon Prerequisites: Communication and Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 1
HUB Availability Icon HUB Availability:
Target Groups Icon Target Groups: • This programme is aimed at any person working with stock within the warehousing or logistics chain

This course is delivered in-person at selected NOSA Colleges across the country. Benefit from an interactive, classroom-based experience guided by experienced facilitators.

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Classroom Price Icon Classroom Price: R1 710 (incl. VAT)
Classroom Duration Icon Classroom Duration: 1 day
Credits Icon Credits: 8
SAQA ID Icon SAQA ID: 8025
Professional Body Icon Professional Body:
CPD Points Icon CPD Points:
NQF Level Icon NQF Level: 3
Prerequisites Icon Prerequisites: Communication and Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 1
HUB Availability Icon HUB Availability:
Target Groups Icon Target Groups: • This programme is aimed at any person working with stock within the warehousing or logistics chain