The Control, Handling and Replenishment of Stock in a Retail Business

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
K/618/3729
Credits:
2
Guided learning hours:
18 hours

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand the principles of stock control.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    State the main purposes of stock control systems.

  • 1.2

    Describe the key features of a stock control system.

  • 1.3

    Identify the technology that can be used in stock control.

  • 1.4

    List the benefits of effective stock control.

2

Understand how to move, handle and store stock.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Identify the different techniques and methods for moving stock including how it is kept secure.

  • 2.2

    Identify the different techniques and methods for handling stock including how it is kept secure.

  • 2.3

    Identify the different techniques and methods for storing stock including how it is kept secure.

  • 2.4

    State where and in what conditions different types of stock should be stored.

  • 2.5

    Identify procedures for dealing with the removal of waste.

  • 2.6

    State why it is important to follow procedures for dealing with the removal of waste.

  • 2.7

    Outline the purpose of risk control when moving, handling and storing stock.

3

Understand procedures for replenishing stock.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Outline the procedures for replenishing stock.

  • 3.2

    State why accurate pricing and ticketing of stock is important.