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ADVANCED

RISK MA
 Double checking the figures by repeating the count in the reverse order without referring to
the first count figures.

 Comparing figures on both count sheets and checking the differences
 Comparing the count figures with the warehouse records

 Recording and adjustments of transfers
Two Person Stock Take

In a two person count one person counts the items of stock while the other person records the counts
of the stock items.
They then swap roles with each other and the two counts are compared and any variations in the
two counts are investigated and recounted.

Stock take documentation
The count can be recorded in a number of different ways.

Bar Code Readers.
If goods are bar coded a reader, or scanner, can be used to scan each item and then download it to
a computer. This method is simple and requires only one person to operate the count.

Count Cards

An index card for each stock item and bin location can be used to record the counts. The cards are
placed in each location and the counters enter the details as they progressively move along the aisles.
Blank cards can be used to record "lost" items that are not in an appropriate location.

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