The safe handling of freight is dependent upon the applicable people complying with the relevant procedures and applying the necessary skills to their handling. This qualification provides learners in the freight sector with an integrated practical and theoretical grounding in freight handling, the ability to work more effectively with others, and the skills necessary to maintain and enhance the level of service and quality expected by customers.

Exit Level Outcomes

Upon completion of this qualification, learners will be able to:

• Understand the principles of the freight handling business in South Africa
• Understand the composition of the supply chain in the transport industry
• Understand legislated and company-required health, safety, environmental and security practices
• Act responsibly when handling freight

Entry Requirements

• Numeracy, Literacy and Communication equal to NQF Level 2
• Technical skills pertaining to agricultural activities equal to NQF Level 2