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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Prepare impregnation solution 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
117238  Prepare impregnation solution 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Wood Products 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 01 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation Forestry and Wood Technology 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 1  NQF Level 01  4 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
This unit standard is for people who can prepare impregnation solution, whilst adhering to other agreed standards pertaining to performance, safety, quality, and the environment. People credited with this unit standard are able to:
  • Mix and test the Di-Ammonium phosphate solution in the holding tank
  • Conduct Di-Ammonium Phosphate test
  • Conduct tests on Dry Splints 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    A Learner who wishes to enter a learning programme for this Unit Standard must be able to demonstrate:
  • Competency in communication and numerical skills equivalent to that of a person who has qualified in these subjects at an ABET level 4.
  • An understanding of the basic activities of the match manufacturing production process in their workplace.
  • Knowledge and skills in the relevant workplace procedures, health and safety measures equivalent to NQF level 1 requirements. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The scope of the Unit Standard covers:
  • The whole environment that can be described as match manufacturing.
  • All the personnel involved in all activities of match manufacturing.
  • All the material that is handled and processed in this work area of match manufacturing.
  • All the company's work procedures and safety regulations relating to this work area of match manufacturing.
  • All the relevant OSHACT stipulations, which have bearing on, match manufacturing and all other activities in this work area.
  • Dry Splints - The Di-Ammonium Phosphate refers to the salt-like chemical that is used in making the solution in which splints are dipped (impregnated).
  • Specific Gravity refers to the weight of Di-Ammonium Phosphate molecules divided by the equal volume of water i.e. the concentration of the solution.
  • Process Control refers to a document called "Hourly Splint Impregnation. Specific Gravity Control" which has the specifications for Poplar as well as Pine splints Specific Gravity tolerance limits.

    The context of the Unit Standard relates to the training of a Learner at NQF level 1 in the activity of match manufacturing.

    The level assigned to this Unit Standard, i.e. Level 1, is appropriate because it entails the training of a novice in match manufacturing is a progression of the skills acquired from Levels 1 to 4. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Mix and test the Di-Ammonium Phosphate solution in the holding tank. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Tap water is filled up to ± 10cm of the tank lip. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Di-Ammonium Phosphate concentrate is added to the water in the holding tank as per working instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The solution is mixed for ± 10 minutes before testing as per working instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The measuring cylinder is filled with the solution from the holding tank. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The hydrometer is placed in a cylinder containing the solution. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The Specific Gravity (S.G.) is read off the hydrometer and recorded on the process control sheet. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    Di-Ammonium Phosphate concentrate is added to the solution if the solution is found to be below the tolerance limits that are specified on the Process Control Sheet. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    Tap water is added to the solution if the solution is found to be above the tolerance limits that are specified on the Process Control Sheet. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
    The solution is tested after the corrective action has been taken and recorded on the process control sheet. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Conduct Di-Ammonium Phosphate test. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The solution from the operating tank is tested in the same way as the solution from the holding tank as per process control sheet. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The solution is tested immediately after mixing at 60-minute interval thereafter and results are recorded on the process control sheet. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Tap water is added to the solution if the S.G. of the solution is above the tolerance limits that are specified on the Process Control Sheet. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The solution from the holding tank is added to the operating tank if the S.G. of the solution in the operating tank is below the tolerance limits specified on the Process Control Sheet. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The solution from the holding tank is added to the operating tank when the level reaches a lower level. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The solution in the operating tank is drained if it is above the limit on the tank. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Conduct tests on dry splints. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Sample of dry splints is collected from the dryer. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Test is carried out as per work instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Test results are recorded on process control sheet. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Di-ammonium phosphate operating tank is retested if it is out of spec as per work instructions. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    An individual who wishes to be assessed against this Unit Standard may apply to, or inform, his immediate superior in the relevant workplace, to request management to arrange for his / her assessment by the relevant assessor accredited for this purpose by the ETQA of the FIETA. Accreditation for this Unit Standard shall be from the relevant Education and Training Quality Assurer (FIETA ETQA) through formative and summative assessment by a registered Assessor. Assessment should be contextual and be conducted in the workplace as far as possible.

    The relevant NSB and SGB should be notified of any feedback related to this qualification.
  • Assessors must be registered as an Assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderators must be registered as Assessors with the relevant ETQA.
  • Training providers must be accredited by the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation should include both internal and external moderation where applicable.
  • The FIETA ETQA will co-ordinate all moderation activities in accordance with their policies and procedures. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    A demonstrated understanding of:

    Match manufacturing principles and practical application in the match manufacturing environment, in addition with knowledge of Safety/Environmental/Health issues.
  • ISO - quality awareness.
  • Health and safety (section 14 and lock-out procedure).
  • S.A.B.S. ISO 9002 quality system (work instruction).
  • Production process. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems, using critical and creative thinking in the match manufacturing area. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively in a team, group, organisation or community. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, clean, store and deliver tools and instruments utilized in his/her work area in an effective and efficient manner. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Listen, understand instructions and verbally report in an effective manner to his/her superior. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology for the benefit of the environment and others. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    The Outcomes that Learners achieve will be judged subject to these being achieved:
  • within the standard time prescribed by the organisation.
  • while following all the safety procedures required by the OSHACT and the workplace.
  • strictly according to the organisation's work instructions.

    Values:
  • The use of tasks and materials in the learning event plan should not discriminate against learners on any grounds prescribed in the Bill of Rights and Employment Equity Act and should promote the orientations outlined in the critical cross-field outcomes. 
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    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  49082   GETC: Wood Products Processing  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  FPMSETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
    This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.
     
    1. ENB TRAINING SERVICEPTYLTD 
    2. FUTURE DISCOVERY TRAINING ACADEMY 
    3. Imara Umbono Incorporated (Pty) Ltd 
    4. MGS GCABA CONTRACTING & TRADING CC 
    5. Optimi Workplace 
    6. PINUS TECH TECHNOLOGIES TRADING AND PROJECTS 
    7. TIRHANI SKILLSTRAINING PTY LTD 
    8. VEB CELE & ASSOCIATES PTY LTD 


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