GS1 128, SSCC and Logistics Pallet Label Training Course

SSCC, GS1 128 barcodes and Logistics Labels made easy

This workshop will equip you with an ability to meet retailer and supply chain partner requirements for international standard pallet and logistics labels incorporating GS1 Serial Shipping Container Codes (SSCC) and the GS1-128 Symbology. If you are responsible for creating labels, managing shipping codes or meeting retail customer requirements, you will find this training course of benefit.

Course Requirements

This workshop requires the learner to have a knowledge of GS1 standards and the basics of retail barcodes. If you need to start from the basics of barcoding then our half-day barcode training course may be more appropriate for you. Click here to find out more about our half-day Level 1 GS1 Barcode Training Courses.

Book your place on the course now

Book your place by choosing one of our upcoming training dates or email us to enquire further.

• Where is the training held?

  Training is held in the GS1 Ireland offices in Dublin 4, or in your company or can be provided online/digitally on request.

• How much does barcode training cost?

  The half-day SSCC and Logistics Label Workshop costs €125 per person (in person classroom or online). Please contact us for in-company rates.

• How long does the barcode training course take?

  The course takes place over a half day (approx. 2.5 hours).

• When is the next SSCC and Logistics Label Workshop?

  Our SSCC and Logistics Label Workshops are held throughout the year. In-company / online courses can be arranged on request. View Calendar for scheduled dates.

• Who is this training course suitable for?

  This workshop has been organised for suppliers to the retail grocery sector who need to become familiar with the technical requirements and standards for creating serial shipping container codes (SSCCs), using their registered GS1 Global Company Prefix (GCP). Who is this workshop relevant to:

  • Sales and Account Management
  • Packaging and Labelling Specialists
  • Quality Assurance
  • Regulatory and Compliance Staff
  • Traceability Managers
  • IT and Supply Chain
  • Anyone with responsibility for the barcoding of Logistics units

• What will you learn on the course?

  The course covers a broad range of topics, including:

  • • What is an SSCC - How it is structured and what is it used for
    • Understand the GS1 128 barcode symbol
      • Structure and Features
      • Application Identifiers
      • Technical Specifications
      • Quality Guidelines
    • Verification – Why is it important for Labels to be verified and what does the process involve
    • The link between SSCCs and EDI messages – The importance of SSCC codes in EDI
    • Logistics Labels – its layout, international standards and guidelines
    • The GS1 Logistics Label Tool – GS1’s tool for taking the stress out of GS1 compliant Logistics Labels

On-site Training to suit your needs

If you have specific training needs we can arrange an on-site training course tailored to your organisation. Please contact our training department for further information.