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TERM – 2ND TERM

WEEK NINE

Class: Senior Secondary School 2

Age: 16 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: STORE KEEPING

Topic: GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

I.) Identify government regulations on warehousing.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher describes the government regulations on warehousing

Students pay attention                                                                                      

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher identify some government agencies regulating warehousing and their functions

Students in small groups mention government agency regulating Warehousing like Custom, CON, NAFDAC

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS

Government regulations on warehousing vary by country and region, but some common regulations may include:

  1. Occupational Health and Safety Regulations: These regulations govern the safety of warehouse workers and may include guidelines for the handling of materials, use of equipment, and maintenance of a safe working environment.
  2. Building Codes and Zoning Regulations: Warehouses must comply with building codes and zoning regulations, which dictate standards for construction, occupancy, fire safety, and environmental impact.
  3. Environmental Regulations: These regulations may cover issues such as waste management, hazardous materials handling, and pollution control to ensure that warehouses operate in an environmentally responsible manner.
  4. Labor Laws: Governments may have regulations regarding wages, working hours, employment contracts, and other labor-related issues to protect the rights of warehouse workers.
  5. Taxation and Customs Regulations: Warehouses may be subject to taxation, import/export duties, and customs regulations on goods stored or transshipped through the facility.
  6. Transportation Regulations: Warehouses involved in transportation and logistics may need to comply with regulations governing the operation of vehicles, licensing requirements, and road safety standards.
  7. Security Regulations: Governments may impose regulations related to security measures in warehouses to prevent theft, unauthorized access, and terrorism threats.

Government agencies regulating Warehousing

Some government agencies regulating warehousing and their functions are as follows;

  1. Food and Drug Administration (FDA):

   - Function: Ensures the safety and quality of food, drugs, cosmetics, and medical devices stored in warehouses. Regulates labeling, packaging, and handling of food products to prevent contamination and ensure consumer protection.

  1. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA):

   - Function: Regulates environmental issues related to warehousing, such as waste management, air and water pollution, and hazardous materials handling. Enforces regulations to minimize the environmental impact of warehouse operations and ensure compliance with environmental laws.

  1. Customs and Border Protection (CBP):

   - Function: Oversees the import and export of goods stored in warehouses, including customs clearance, tariffs, and trade compliance. Inspects shipments to prevent smuggling, counterfeiting, and illegal trade activities.

  1. National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC)(Nigeria):

   - Function: Regulates the manufacturing, importation, exportation, distribution, advertisement, and sale of food, drugs, cosmetics, medical devices, and packaged water in Nigeria. Ensures compliance with standards and guidelines to protect public health.

  1. Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON):

   - Function: Develops and promotes national standards for products, processes, and systems in Nigeria. Ensures the quality and safety of goods stored in warehouses through certification, testing, and inspection services.

EVALUATION: 1. Mention 5 government regulations on warehousing.

  1. Identify 5 government agencies that are responsible for regulating Warehousing
  2. Describe the functions of agencies mentioned in 2 above

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively