Open Awards
    Level 1
    QN: 601/3509/8
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    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF)

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Open Awards. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 371 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 1
    Awarding Body
    Open Awards
    Syllabus Units
    19 Units
    Guided Hours
    371 hrs
    Instant access to interactive lessons, quizzes, and spaced revision.

    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Assemble Orders for Dispatch in a Logistics Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare for the assembly of orders.
    • Be able to handle goods using the correct handling methods and equipment during the assembly of the order.
    • Be able to assemble the orders.
    • Be able to prepare goods or dispatch.
    • Be able to dispatch the goods.
    • Be able to identify problems with assembling or dispatching orders.
    2

    Contribute to the Provision of Customer Service in Logistics Operations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to contribute to the provision of customer services in logistics operations
    • Be able to contribute to the provision of customer services in a logistics operation.
    3

    Develop Effective working Relationships with Colleagues in Logistics Operations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to develop effective working relationships with colleagues in logistics operations.
    • Be able to develop effective working relationships with colleagues in logistics operations.
    4

    Health and Safety in the Workplace

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand Health and Safety rights and responsibilities.
    • Understand the health and safety requirements of employers.
    • Understand how to prevent and deal with accidents.
    • Understand how to perform workplace tasks safely.
    5

    Keep Stock at Required Levels in a Logistics Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to follow instructions to maintain required stock levels.
    • Be able to follow instructions to maintain stock control records.
    • Be able to identify problems with keeping stock at the required levels.
    6

    Keep Work Areas Clean in a Logistics Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to identify requirements relating to the cleaning of work areas in a warehousing and storage facility
    • Be able to follow instructions to carry out correct cleaning procedures
    • Be able to follow post cleaning procedures
    • Be able to identify problems with the cleaning of work areas
    7

    Maintain Hygiene Standards in Handling and Storing Goods in a Logistics Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to confirm health, safety and security issues relating to the goods and the storage environment
    • Be able to apply high standards of personal hygiene and the correct use of appropriate clothing
    • Be able to maintain the quality and condition of the goods in a warehousing and storage environment
    • Be able to handle goods using the correct handling methods and equipment.
    • Be able to identify problems with the maintenance of hygiene standards
    8

    Maintain the Cleanliness of Equipment in Logistics Operations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare self and equipment for inspection and cleaning in a logistics environment.
    • Be able to follow instructions and clean equipment.
    • Be able to follow post cleaning procedures for keeping the equipment in good working order
    • Understand problems that can occur with keeping the equipment in good working order.
    9

    Make an Effective Contribution to a Business in the Logistics Sector

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to make an effective contribution to a business in the logistics sector.
    • Be able to make an effective contribution to a business in the logistic sector.
    10

    Moving or Handling Goods Manually in Logistics Facilities

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to confirm with appropriate people the goods that require moving or handling.
    • Be able to manually move or handle the goods.
    • Be able to identify any problems with moving or handling the goods manually and take appropriate action to deal with them.
    11

    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF)

    Wrap and Pack Goods in a Logistics Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • 1.Be able to prepare the goods for packing2.Be able to pack the goods safely3.3. Be able to identify problems with packing the goods at any stage
    12

    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF)

    Use Equipment to Move Goods in Logistics Facilities

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to confirm with appropriate people the goods to be moved and that they are suitable for lifting., Be able to follow instructions to check that the area of work is safe and secure for the movement and transfer of the goods., Be able to move the goods correctly and safely., Be able to identify problems with moving the goods.
    13

    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF)

    Process Orders for Customers in Logistics Operations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Identify the key stages in the order processing cycle.
    • Describe the importance of verifying order details before picking.
    • Demonstrate the correct use of picking lists and handheld devices.
    • Apply safe manual handling techniques during order picking.
    • Explain how to update stock records after order dispatch.
    • Recognise common errors in order processing and how to prevent them.
    14

    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF)

    Maintain the Cleanliness of Equipment in Logistics Operations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Prepare self and equipment for inspection and cleaning in a logistics environment.
    • Follow instructions to clean equipment safely and effectively.
    • Apply post-cleaning procedures to maintain equipment in good working order.
    • Identify common problems that can occur with equipment cleanliness and maintenance.
    • Report equipment issues to the appropriate person.
    • Use cleaning materials and equipment correctly and safely.
    • Dispose of waste materials in accordance with procedures.
    15

    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF)

    Sort Goods and Materials for Recycling or Disposal in a Logistics Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare goods or materials for recycling or disposal., Be able to sort the goods or materials for recycling or disposal., Be able to identify problems with the recycling of disposal of goods and materials.
    16

    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF)

    Process Returned Goods in Logistics Operations.

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to process returned goods in logistics operations., Be able to process returned goods in logistics operations.
    17

    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF)

    Place Goods in Storage in Logistics Operations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to place goods in storage logistics operations., Be able to place goods in storage in logistics operations.
    18

    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF)

    Moving or Handling Goods Manually in Logistics Facilities

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to confirm with appropriate people the goods that require moving or handling., Be able to manually move or handle the goods., Be able to identify any problems with moving or handling the goods manually and take appropriate action to deal with them.
    19

    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF)

    Health and Safety in the Workplace

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand Health and Safety rights and responsibilities., Understand the health and safety requirements of employers., Understand how to prevent and deal with accidents., Understand how to perform workplace tasks safely.
    20

    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF)

    Contribute to the Provision of Customer Service in Logistics Operations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to contribute to the provision of customer services in logistics operations, Be able to contribute to the provision of customer services in a logistics operation.
    21

    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF)

    Maintain Hygiene Standards in Handling and Storing Goods in a Logistics Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to confirm health, safety and security issues relating to the goods and the storage environment, Be able to apply high standards of personal hygiene and the correct use of appropriate clothing, Be able to maintain the quality and condition of the goods in a warehousing and storage environment, Be able to handle goods using the correct handling methods and equipment., Be able to identify problems with the maintenance of hygiene standards
    22

    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF)

    Keep Work Areas Clean in a Logistics Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to identify requirements relating to the cleaning of work areas in a warehousing and storage facility, Be able to follow instructions to carry out correct cleaning procedures, Be able to follow post cleaning procedures, Be able to identify problems with the cleaning of work areas
    23

    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF)

    Make an Effective Contribution to a Business in the Logistics Sector

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to make an effective contribution to a business in the logistics sector., Be able to make an effective contribution to a business in the logistic sector.
    24

    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF)

    Receive Goods in a Logistics Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to obtain information and confirm with appropriate people the goods to be received., Be able to follow instructions to check the goods being received., Be able to receive the goods correctly and safely., Be able to identify problems when receiving goods.
    25

    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF)

    Develop Effective working Relationships with Colleagues in Logistics Operations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to develop effective working relationships with colleagues in logistics operations., Be able to develop effective working relationships with colleagues in logistics operations.
    26

    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF)

    Keep Stock at Required Levels in a Logistics Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to follow instructions to maintain required stock levels., Be able to follow instructions to maintain stock control records., Be able to identify problems with keeping stock at the required levels.
    27

    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF)

    Pick Goods in a Logistic Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare for picking the goods, Be able to follow instructions to pick the goods, Be able to follow instructions to prepare the goods for assembling orders, Be able to identify problems with picking goods at any stage
    28

    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF)

    Operate Equipment to Perform Work Requirements in a Logistics Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to confirm the work required and the appropriate equipment to undertake it., Be able to follow instructions to check that the appropriate equipment is available, safe to use and operational., Be able to operate and monitor the equipment to maintain safe operation throughout the work activity., Be able to shut down the equipment and complete post operational maintenance procedures., Be able to identify problems with the operation of the equipment.
    29

    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF)

    Assemble Orders for Dispatch in a Logistics Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare for the assembly of orders., Be able to handle goods using the correct handling methods and equipment during the assembly of the order., Be able to assemble the orders., Be able to prepare goods or dispatch., Be able to dispatch the goods., Be able to identify problems with assembling or dispatching orders.
    30

    Operate Equipment to Perform Work Requirements in a Logistics Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to confirm the work required and the appropriate equipment to undertake it.
    • Be able to follow instructions to check that the appropriate equipment is available, safe to use and operational.
    • Be able to operate and monitor the equipment to maintain safe operation throughout the work activity.
    • Be able to shut down the equipment and complete post operational maintenance procedures.
    • Be able to identify problems with the operation of the equipment.
    31

    Pick Goods in a Logistic Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare for picking the goods
    • Be able to follow instructions to pick the goods
    • Be able to follow instructions to prepare the goods for assembling orders
    • Be able to identify problems with picking goods at any stage
    32

    Place Goods in Storage in Logistics Operations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to place goods in storage logistics operations.
    • Be able to place goods in storage in logistics operations.
    33

    Process Orders for Customers in Logistics Operations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to prepare for the processing of orders to customers in logistics operations.
    • Be able to process orders for customers in logistics operations.
    34

    Process Returned Goods in Logistics Operations.

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to process returned goods in logistics operations.
    • Be able to process returned goods in logistics operations.
    35

    Receive Goods in a Logistics Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to obtain information and confirm with appropriate people the goods to be received.
    • Be able to follow instructions to check the goods being received.
    • Be able to receive the goods correctly and safely.
    • Be able to identify problems when receiving goods.
    36

    Sort Goods and Materials for Recycling or Disposal in a Logistics Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare goods or materials for recycling or disposal.
    • Be able to sort the goods or materials for recycling or disposal.
    • Be able to identify problems with the recycling of disposal of goods and materials.
    37

    Use Equipment to Move Goods in Logistics Facilities

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to confirm with appropriate people the goods to be moved and that they are suitable for lifting.
    • Be able to follow instructions to check that the area of work is safe and secure for the movement and transfer of the goods.
    • Be able to move the goods correctly and safely.
    • Be able to identify problems with moving the goods.
    38

    Wrap and Pack Goods in a Logistics Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare the goods for packing
    • Be able to pack the goods safely3.3.
    • Be able to identify problems with packing the goods at any stage

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    601/3509/8
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    Open Awards
    Qualification Type
    Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Operational Start
    Jun 2014