2. Once you have received and recorded the stock, you
will need to determine whether it is to be stored or
placed on the shop floor. When stock is stored it needs
to be stored safely and securely to reduce shrinkage
and stock loss.
3. Each store will have its own specific policies and
procedures of storing stock.
The manner in which the stock is to be stored will
depend on the type of stock.
Policies and procedures
4. Regardless of the type of product, some procedures
should always be followed:
- the good should be moved to storage areas promptly
- WHS issues need to be considered, including the use
of PPE
- items should be handled to ensure no damage occurs
- the goods should be stored to remain easily
accessible for staff
5. Some items will have special requirements for how they
are to be stored. The storage of valuable goods will also
need to be addressed.
There are also strict codes of practice for storing items
such as food and dangerous goods.
6. Dangerous or hazardous goods must be stored
according to industry guidelines, meaning that:
- they should be in a locked, well lit and well ventilated
room
- they should be stored at the correct temperature
- they are clearly labelled
- containers have tight fittings to prevent spillage
- the MSDS and HAZCHEM is to be followed
Dangerous and Hazardous Goods
7. Factors to consider
The following points should
be considered when storing
goods:
climatic effects
WHS considerations
cleanliness/hygiene
stability
security
ease of access
fragility
sensitivity to heat or light
product life
labeling of goods
8. Factor Product
climatic effects
WHS considerations
cleanliness/hygiene
stability
Activity
Give an example of a product that will be impacted upon by these
factors when they are stored
9. Factor Product
security
ease of access
fragility
sensitivity to heat or light
Activity
Give an example of a product that will be impacted upon by these
factors when they are stored
10. Product How to store?
Milk
Knives
Books
Ice cream
Activity
How you would you store the following items?
11. Product How to store?
T-shirts
Television
Chlorine
BBQ Chicken
Activity
How you would you store the following items?
