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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
De-aerate a solution by means of a Crowe tower |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
256719 | De-aerate a solution by means of a Crowe tower | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Mining and Minerals | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | ||||
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FIELD | SUBFIELD | |||
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology | Fabrication and Extraction | |||
ABET BAND | UNIT STANDARD TYPE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS |
Undefined | Regular | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 12 |
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 replaces: |
US ID | Unit Standard Title | Pre-2009 NQF Level | NQF Level | Credits | Replacement Status |
110443 | De-aerate a solution by means of Crowe tower | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 12 |
PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD |
This unit standard will be useful to people who are responsible for de-aerating a solution by means of a Crowe tower.
People credited with this unit standard are able to: |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
It is assumed that learners are already competent in:
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UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
N/A |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Demonstrate knowledge relating to the de-aeration of a solution. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The requirements pertaining to the de-aeration process and the consequences of not adhering to the above are explained in terms of specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The importance of de-aerating a solution by means of a Crowe tower is explained in terms of achieving production requirements and up- and down stream operational requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Hazards and associated risks pertaining to the de-aeration process are identified through relevant risk assessment procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The actions to be taken should hazards and risks be encountered are explained in terms of specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
The principal components of the de-aeration system are identified and their functions explained in terms of operational requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Principal components must include the following:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
Lockout procedures pertaining to the de-aeration system and the consequences of non-compliance are explained in terms of specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 |
The communication requirements pertaining to the de-aeration process and the consequences of non-compliance are explained in terms of operational requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 |
The colour coding and symbolic signs pertaining to the de-aeration process are explained in terms of specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 |
The operating parameters and control methods and the consequences of not adhering to these are explained in terms of operational requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 10 |
The factors affecting the optimum performance of the de-aeration process are explained in terms of operational requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 11 |
The actions to be taken, should sub-standard conditions and problems be encountered, are explained in terms of operational requirements. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Prepare to de-aerate a solution. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Personal protective and safety equipment is verified, examined and used in accordance with prescribed practices. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Tools and equipment are verified and examined in accordance with prescribed practices. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Workplace hazards and associated risks are dealt with in accordance with recommendations set out in the applicable risk assessment. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The de-aeration system is examined and substandard conditions are dealt with in accordance with operational requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
The security requirements pertaining to the de-aeration process are explained and met in terms of operational requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
Occupational safety and health precautions towards self and others are maintained in accordance with specified requirements. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
De-aerate a solution. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Personal protective and safety equipment is used in accordance with prescribed practices. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The start-up of the de-aeration system is conducted in accordance with plant standard task procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The feed is started and the de-aeration process is monitored and controlled in accordance with plant standard task procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
Safe and optimum production is ensured through effective communication. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
Tools and equipment are used in accordance with prescribed practices. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
Work related hazards and associated risks are dealt with in accordance with recommendations set out in the applicable risk assessment. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 |
Security requirements pertaining to the de-aeration process are met in accordance with operational requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 |
Problems encountered are dealt with in accordance with operational requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 |
The de-aeration process is conducted consistently with environmental policy and other legislation. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 10 |
Occupational safety and health precautions towards self and others are maintained in accordance with specified requirements. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
Complete the duties pertaining to the de-aeration process. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The de-aeration process is stopped in accordance with plant standard task procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Personal protective and safety equipment is dealt with in accordance with prescribed practices. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Tools and equipment are dealt with in accordance with prescribed practices. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
Security requirements pertaining to the de-aeration process are met in accordance with operational requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
Good housekeeping practices are maintained in accordance with plant policy. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
Reporting and data-recording requirements are met in accordance with operational requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 |
Preparation for maintenance is conducted in accordance with plant instructions. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 |
Lockout procedures are adhered to in accordance with specified requirements. |
UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE |
The following embedded knowledge will be assessed in an integrated way in the context of the unit standard.
Knowledge relating to de-aerating a solution by means of a Crowe tower: Critical factors relating to de-aerating a solution by means of a Crowe tower: Processes and events relating to de-aerating a solution by means of a Crowe tower: Causes and effects (Occupational safety and health): Procedures and techniques relating to de-aerating a solution by means of a Crowe tower: Regulations, legislation, agreements, policies and standards: |
UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES |
N/A |
Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING |
Identify and solve problems and make decisions using critical and creative thinking.
Note: The learner is able to monitor plant and process conditions, identify anomalies and non-conformances and take appropriate action to resolve the issue with regards to de-aerating a solution by means of a Crowe tower. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING |
Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or community.
Note: The learner contributes effectively to teamwork in the mineral processing plant by contributing to team output and adhering to relevant codes of conduct. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING |
Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
Note: The learner demonstrates the ability to constantly monitor plant and process conditions, record information accurately and interpret plant and process information effectively. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE |
Use science and technology effectively and critically, thus showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.
Note: The learner interacts confidently with the technology which is used to monitor and control conditions in the minerals processing plant and related systems. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING |
Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation.
Note: The learner understands the synergy between upstream, downstream and parallel processes, and his/her own role with regards to de-aerating a solution by means of a Crowe tower. |
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 |
This unit standard replaces unit standard 110443, "De-aerate a solution by means of Crowe tower", Level 3, 12 credits.
Terminology: Specified requirements include legal and site specific requirements are contained in one or more of the following documents: Legal: Site-Specific: |
QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | STATUS | END DATE | PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY | |
Elective | 62769 | National Certificate: Mineral Processing | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MQA |
PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
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NONE |
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