Preparation of Stores Code

The following steps are followed in preparing store codes.

Step 1 Identify the item to be coded e.g. raw materials, under a basic heading

Raw materials RM

Step 2 Type of raw material, e.g.;

Liquids/oil RMLO

Step 3 Identify and code the raw materials e.g:

Liquids/oil/engine RMLOE

Step 4 Identify and code the grade e.g

Liquids/oil/engine/10/15 RMLOE 10/15

Step 6 Determine location of item in terms of gangways, racks e.t.c.

Liquids/oil/engine/10/15/5/

Gangway 1 rack 4. MLOER 10/15/5.1.4