Route Sales Driver how-to

How to Settle Up at the End of a Route

Clean settlements avoid shortages.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Clean settlements avoid shortages. In short: count; match; return, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Count cash.

  2. Match invoices.

  3. Return unsold product.

  4. Report damages.

  5. Upload orders.

  6. Sign off.

Safety reminders for route sales drivers

  • Drive defensively
  • Lift safely
  • Use hand trucks
  • Watch for traffic when unloading

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