PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD This unit standard is intended for people who are responsible for recording transactions involving goods and services in the wholesale and retail sector. Persons credited with this standard function under general supervision and carry out established and familiar procedures in familiar environments. The purpose of this unit standard is to ensure that the point of sale transaction is recorded even if there is no financial exchange between the customer and the individiual performing this point of sale function. Persons credited with this unit standard can record accurate information of goods and services. They are involved in the transaction and issue the customer with proof of the transaction.