CWLP Warehouse Operations 3

Question 1

Which document serves as the primary legal contract between a shipper and a carrier for freight transportation?

Accepted Answer

Bill of lading

Answer

The bill of lading is a legally binding contract specifying shipment details, terms, and carrier responsibilities.

Question 2

What is 'dead stock' in warehouse inventory management?

Accepted Answer

Items with zero movement or demand over an extended period

Answer

Dead stock refers to inventory that has had no sales or movement for a prolonged period, tying up capital and storage space.

Question 3

When conducting a cycle count, what is the correct action if a physical count does not match the WMS quantity?

Accepted Answer

Investigate the discrepancy, identify the root cause, then make a supported adjustment

Answer

Best practice requires investigating the root cause of a discrepancy before adjusting records to prevent recurring errors and maintain inventory accuracy.

Question 4

In a multi-level racking system, which OSHA-related practice is required when working at height on a order picking lift?

Accepted Answer

Securing loose items and wearing a fall-protection harness or using a safety restraint

Answer

OSHA requires fall protection when working at elevated heights, including proper restraint systems on aerial order pickers to prevent falls.

Question 5

Which metric best measures the efficiency of the inbound receiving process?

Accepted Answer

Cost per unit received

Answer

Cost per unit received captures labor, equipment, and overhead associated with the receiving function, making it the primary inbound efficiency metric.

(CWLP) Certified Warehouse and Logistics Professional Practice Test

(CWLP) Certified Warehouse and Logistics Professional Practice Test

CWLP Warehouse Operations 3