The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate successfully as a Freight Handler within the transport sector. A freight handler receives, allocates, stores, picks, reconciles and dispatches freight through a storage facility. A qualified learner will be able to:

• Demonstrates receiving of freight.
• Demonstrates allocation of freight for storage and control of stock.
• Prepares and ensures the picking of freight for loading/off-loading processes according to specified procedures.
• Reconciles and dispatches freight according to the legislation.

This qualification reflects workplace-based needs in the wider Freight Handling Industry, both now and in the future. Freight Handling is diverse in nature, therefore a fairly wide range of competencies are required by employees. The qualification aims to provide the foundational and initial skills required for an individual in the industry to handle freight successfully; be an effective team member; and to undertake those tasks required to contribute to the effective processing of freight.

Visit the SAQA page below for full qualification breakdown:

https://regqs.saqa.org.za/viewQualification.php?id=96396

The Following Steps must be applied: