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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Apply labour intensive construction systems and techniques to work activities

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
114921	Apply labour intensive construction systems and techniques to work activities
ORIGINATOR
SGB Civil Engineering Construction
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
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FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 12 - Physical Planning and Construction			Civil Engineering Construction
ABET BAND	UNIT STANDARD TYPE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
Undefined	Regular	Level 2	NQF Level 02	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 does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard.

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD

Learners who are assessed as competent against this Unit Standard will be able to understand and explain labour intensive construction (LIC) documentation, implement LIC systems, implement resource management techniques for LIC projects, and provide on-job training and coaching for team members in LIC methods. These competencies complement the required generic technical and supervisory competencies and also underpins the other core learning ones. The Unit Standard contributes to the development of a professional community of Civil Engineering Construction Supervisors. The contribution to The National Skills Development Strategy is the key developmental interface between learners and new competencies to be achieved. It contributes to the development of a professional community of Civil Engineering Construction Supervisors. The contribution to The National Skills Development Strategy is the key developmental interface between learners and new competencies to be achieved. Labour Intensive Construction is a mechanism for the provision of work and for the entry of unemployed labour into the industry It also contributes to socio-economic transformation in that learners would be able to undergo RPL-assessment and thereby receive recognition for previous learning and experience. The employability and career prospects of learners can therefore be enhanced by this qualification.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

NQF level 1 communication and mathematics literacy competencies

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

The typical scope of this unit standard is: 1. Pre-planning a LIC activity includes the establishment of LIC procedures and systems, supervisory information systems, and the development of an appropriate and resourced time schedule (barchart) programme. 2. Project-specific systems are those incorporated in the project specifications, such as specific measurement and recording proformas.

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Understand and explain the Labour Intensive Construction philosophy.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The philosophy of Labour Intensive Construction is explained

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

LIC project project-specific systems are implemented according to LIC principles

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

The role and participation of local communities is explained

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Implement Labour Intensive Construction Systems.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

LIC pre-planning is performed prior to commencement of activities, according to LIC procedures

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

A work activity area is established incorporating the LIC principles

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Task norms are established and agreed for LIC project activities

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

LIC setting out and survey techniques are implemented

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

Measurement and recording of completed work tasks is performed according to LIC methods

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Implement resource management techniques for Labour Intensive Construction projects.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Labour selection, recruitment and induction is performed according to LIC procedures

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Individual and group tasks are allocated, measured and recorded according to LIC procedures

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Appropriate plant, equipment and tools are selected and utilised according to LIC principles and activity requirements

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

Material resources are identified and requested timeously according to the requirements of the programme

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Train, coach and develop team members in LIC methods.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Task workers have the appropriate skills & tools in order to perform their jobs competently

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

On-job training and coaching in LIC methods is provided to team members

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Developmental needs and career aspirations of team members are communicated to immediate manager

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Implement LIC administrative systems.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Records are kept in accordance with LIC site procedures and quality management systems

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Labour administration is implemented in accordance with LIC activity requirements

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Reports are written, and submitted in accordance with LIC procedures

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA for this unit standard or a similar unit standard at a higher NQF Level. Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA The relevant ETQA, or other ETQA's who have a Memorandum of Understanding in place with the relevant ETQA, would be responsible for moderation of learner achievements of learners who meet the requirements of this qualification.

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

I can understand and explain: Labour Intensive Construction Principles, techniques and systems. The Labour Intensive philosophy, including the need for using LIC methods in South Africa, and the social consequences thereof. Legal and statutory requirements pertaining to Labour Intensive Construction projects, including but not limited to : The draft Agreement for Labour Intensive Construction (Draft 10) The Basic Conditions of Employment Act, 1997 No. R63, (or as amended), including the Ministerial Determination No 3 : Special Works Programmes The Basic Conditions of Employment Act, 1997 No. R64, (or as amended), including the Code of Good Practice for employment and conditions of work for Special Public Works Programmes Interim Guidelines for Labour-based Construction Projects (Construction and Development Series, No 2 - DBSA The Occupational Health and Safety Act, pertaining to labour intensive works. The concept of tasks, task norms, and their establishment

UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME

N/A

UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES

N/A

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Identify and solve problems Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria Specific outcome Understand and explain the Labour Intensive Construction philosophy Implement Labour Intensive Construction Systems Assement criteria The concept and implementation of integrated environmental management is explained LIC pre-planning is performed prior to commencement of works, according to LIC procedures

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Work effectively with others Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria Specific outcome Understand and explain the Labour Intensive Construction philosophy Implement Labour Intensive Construction Systems Implement resource management techniques for Labour Intensive Construction projects Train, coach and develop team members in LIC methods Assement criteria The role and participation of local communities is explained LIC pre-planning is performed prior to commencement of works, according to LIC procedures Task norms are established and agreed for LIC project activities Individual and group tasks are allocated, measured and recorded according to LIC procedures On-job training and coaching in LIC methods is provided to team members Developmental needs and career aspirations of team members are communicated to immediate manager

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Employ self management Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria Specific outcome Implement Labour Intensive Construction Systems Implement resource management techniques for Labour Intensive Construction projects Assement criteria LIC pre-planning is performed prior to commencement of works, according to LIC procedures A site is established incorporating the LIC principles Task norms are established and agreed for LIC project activities LIC setting out and survey techniques are implemented Measurement and recording of completed work tasks is performed according to LIC methods Records are kept in accordance with LIC site procedures and quality management systems Personnel administration is implemented in accordance with LIC site requirements Reports are written, and submitted in accordance with LIC procedures

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Manage information Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria Specific outcome Implement Labour Intensive Construction Systems Implement resource management techniques for Labour Intensive Construction projects Train, coach and develop team members in LIC methods Implement LIC administrative systems Assement criteria Measurement and recording of completed work tasks is performed according to LIC methods Individual and group tasks are allocated, measured and recorded according to LIC procedures Records are kept in accordance with LIC site procedures and quality management systems Reports are written, and submitted in accordance with LIC procedures

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Communicate effectively Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria Specific outcome Implement Labour Intensive Construction Systems Implement resource management techniques for Labour Intensive Construction projects Train, coach and develop team members in LIC methods Implement LIC administrative systems Assement criteria Measurement and recording of completed work tasks is performed according to LIC methods Individual and group tasks are allocated, measured and recorded according to LIC procedures Developmental needs and career aspirations of team members are communicated to immediate manager Reports are written, and submitted in accordance with LIC procedures

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

Demonstrate scientific and technological competence Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria Specific outcome Understand and explain the Labour Intensive Construction philosophy Implement Labour Intensive Construction Systems Assement criteria The philosophy of Labour Intensive Construction is explained The concept and implementation of integrated environmental management is explained LIC setting out and survey techniques are implemented

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Understand Contextual world-systems Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria Specific outcome Understand and explain the Labour Intensive Construction philosophy Assement criteria The philosophy of Labour Intensive Construction is explained LIC contract documents are explained in relation to LIC principles LIC project documents and project-specific systems are implemented The role and participation of local communities is explained The concept and implementation of integrated environmental management is explained

UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING

Learner and societal development Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria Specific outcome Implement resource management techniques for Labour Intensive Construction projects Train, coach and develop team members in LIC methods Assement criteria Labour selection, recruitment and induction is performed according to LIC procedures On-job training and coaching in LIC methods is provided to team members Developmental needs and career aspirations of team members are communicated to immediate manager

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

N/A

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Elective	49411	General Education and Training Certificate: Construction	Level 1	NQF Level 01	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA
Elective	49410	National Certificate: Construction	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD:

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