Shredding-office and administration

Challenge reference: 8971

Notional learning hours  10
Level WTE1
Subject area
Preparing for Adulthood pathway
Vocational area
Skill
Learning aim

The learner will understand how to safely and effectively shred paper to protect personal information and maintain privacy.

Learning context

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Learning outcomes

What the learner needs to know, understand or be able to do

The learner will:

  1. Identify materials suitable for shredding.

  2. Operate the shredder with guidance. 

Assessment criteria

What the learner need to demonstrate in order to meet the learning outcome

The learner can:

    • Recognise paper documents suitable for shredding
    • Differentiate between confidential and non-confidential materials
    • Ensure documents are free from non-paper items (e.g., staples, clips)
    • Feed one sheet of paper into the shredder at a time
    • Stop the shredder when finished
    • Clean up any paper debris with assistance