Packing, Handling & Securing Freight

A learner accredited with this standard will be able to secure freight in a manner ensuring the elimination of damage to freight during storage and/or transport.

Course outline

By the end of the course, learners can understand, explain and apply:

  • relevant legislation (e.g. OHS Act, Transport Regulations, etc.) facilities and company policies that pertain to packing/stockpiling, handling, marking and securing of freight
  • compatibility of product type/categories and the type of decisions required concerning separation of non-compatible products
  • appropriate handling equipment, safety equipment and personal protective equipment in relation to the safe handling and securing of freight
  • securing techniques and the characteristics of materials used
  • appropriate actions to take in the event of accidents and/or incidents
  • the ramifications of poor product knowledge
  • methods of identifying freight or bulk.

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.

SafetyCloud courses

Accredited:

Yes

Unit Standard Title:

Packing, handling and securing freight

E-Learning Price:

Not Available as E-learning

E-Learning Duration:

Not Available as E-learning
SafetyCloud courses

Credits:

8
SafetyCloud courses

SAQA ID:

8036

NQF Level:

4

Prerequisites:

NQF 1 or General Education and Training Certificate; ‘Controlling Hazardous/dangerous and Dangerous Goods'

HUB Availability:

Online Computer HUBs available at NOSA College Centurion, Tyger Valley and Westville.

Target Groups:

• This programme is aimed at any person packing, handling or securing freight within the warehousing or logistics chain.
CONTACT US TO BOOK

Receive online training delivered through video conferencing learning.

SafetyCloud courses

Accredited:

Yes

Unit Standard Title:

Packing, handling and securing freight

Webinar Price:

Not Available as Webinar

Webinar Duration:

Not Available as Webinar
SafetyCloud courses

Credits:

8
SafetyCloud courses

SAQA ID:

8036

NQF Level:

4

Prerequisites:

NQF 1 or General Education and Training Certificate; ‘Controlling Hazardous/dangerous and Dangerous Goods'

HUB Availability:

Online Computer HUBs available at NOSA College Centurion, Tyger Valley and Westville.

Target Groups:

• This programme is aimed at any person packing, handling or securing freight within the warehousing or logistics chain.
CONTACT US TO BOOK

Book your seat at any one of our 15 NOSA Colleges throughout South Africa to experience health and safety training in the classroom guided by dedicated and experienced course facilitators.

SafetyCloud courses

Accredited:

Yes

Unit Standard Title:

Packing, handling and securing freight

Classroom Price:

R1 966,50 (incl. VAT)

Classroom Duration:

2 days
SafetyCloud courses

Credits:

8
SafetyCloud courses

SAQA ID:

8036

NQF Level:

4

Prerequisites:

NQF 1 or General Education and Training Certificate; ‘Controlling Hazardous/dangerous and Dangerous Goods'

HUB Availability:

Online Computer HUBs available at NOSA College Centurion, Tyger Valley and Westville.

Target Groups:

• This programme is aimed at any person packing, handling or securing freight within the warehousing or logistics chain.
CONTACT US TO BOOK