Before starting, you will need to get a check ins cart and the receives cart
Open all boxes and bags, clipping the zip ties using safety snips and sorting items as follows:
UCSC owned items: Check Ins cart
Non UC Items: Tipasa side of Recieves cart
UC items: AFN side of Receives cart
Ask staff about anything weird or damaged
Make sure to organize as you go, putting bins in the bin stack, bubble mailers in their holder, bags in the bag drawer etc.
Each student will have their own approach to this task. Do what makes the most sense to you and consult staff or student supervisor for any tips and tricks!
Sometimes we get items meant for other libraries or units, check the shipping address when opening boxes
Carefully open each box by using a box cutter and cutting away from yourself; sort items as follows:
UCSC owned items: Check Ins cart
Non UCSC Items: Tipasa side of Receives cart
Ask staff about anything weird or damaged
Be sure to clear the space before moving on. Place different types of packaging into their corresponding receptacles.
Updated 06/18/25 DK