PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD This unit standard is intended for supervisors who are responsible for the implementation of loss control measures within a designated area. Persons credited with this unit standard will be able to explain to their team the effect of shrinkage and losses on the organisation and the team, identify potential areas of loss and causes of loss within their designated area and implement the loss control measures of the organisation. These persons will also be able to implement organsiational policies and procedures in the event of spotting potential/actual shoplifters.