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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Operate excavator

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
116047	Operate excavator
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	20
REGISTRATION STATUS		REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE	SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		2007-10-30	2009-04-08	SAQA 0160/05
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2010-04-08		2013-04-08

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 is replaced by:

US ID	Unit Standard Title	Pre-2009 NQF Level	NQF Level	Credits	Replacement Status
262744	Operate an excavator	Level 2	NQF Level 02	15

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD

Operating Excavators and demonstrating knowledge of the functions of Excavators and starting, shutting down and operating procedures for the machine. The contribution to The National Skills Development Strategy is the key developmental interface between learners and new competencies to be achieved. Learners who master the applied competence described in this unit standard will contribute to the development of a professional community of Civil Engineering Construction Plant operators who are able to competently use science and technology when applying operation techniquesThe contribution to socio-economic transformation is that learners will be able to undergo RPL-assessment and thereby receive recognition for previous learning and experience. This in turn will enhance the employability and career prospects of learners employed in this sector.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

The following knowledge, skills attitude and/or equivalent: Learning assumed to be in place NQF level 1 Numeracy and NQF level 1 Literacy It is assumed that people starting to learn towards this unit standard have already undergone company induction, have an appropriate licence to operate in the work area, and are familiar with Statutory requirements which include but are not limited to: Relevant Code of practice Safety, Health & Environmental legislation

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

In the range of 20-50 TonsLimited to work carried out on a standard machine, or with standardised fittings Major components include: Engine Fuel system Hydraulic system Electrical system Braking system Transmission Cooling system Stability Suitability State of repair Proximity of other machines and workers Statutory requirements include but are not limited to: Relevant Code of practice Safety, Health & Environmental legislation Local Provincial authority requirements Appropriate checklist is any one or a combination of the following: Manufacturer's checklist Pre-operational checklist Site-specific checklist Daily checklist Weekly checklist Site-specific checklist Worksite procedures include manufacturer's procedures, operators manuals and site operational requirements, or similar procedures Corrective action includes repairing and/or reporting Controls include levers, switches, adjusting wheels, joy sticks and pedals where applicable Forwards, reverse, left, right, gear selection, braking All implement and attachment movements Corrective action includes repairing and/or reporting

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Demonstrate knowledge of the functions of a excavator.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The main functions of Excavator's are explained in terms of manufacturer's specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

The operation of all major components is explained in terms of their functions.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

All safety features and warning devices on the Excavator are identified, and their purposes explained in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

The maximum operating capacities are explained in terms of the designed machine capabilities.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

Warnings from Excavator indicators and gauges are explained according to manufacturer's specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

Corrective actions are described or demonstrated in terms of neutralising warnings received.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Start and shut down excavator.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Pre-operational checks are carried out according to appropriate checklist.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Daily and weekly operator maintenance is performed according to the appropriate post-operational checklist

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Checklist is completed according to worksite procedures and corrective action taken if required, ensuring compliance with manufacturer's specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

Start-up and shutdown procedures are followed according to manufacturer's specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

Excavator is parked according to manufacturer's and company requirements.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Operate excavator.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The purpose of the various controls is explained in accordance with their designed use.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Functions of the various controls are demonstrated in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Controls are used to effectively manoeuvre the Excavator within manufacturer's specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

Safe working procedures are followed according to manufacturer's specifications, site specific and statutory requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

Excavator performance is monitored and corrective action is taken when necessary, in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

Excavator is operated without risk of damage or loss to machine or property, or injury to people.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

Hazards specific to operating Excavator's and ways to minimise these are explained in terms of potential damage to machine and property, and injury to people.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Document excavator use.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Excavator hours are documented in accordance with company requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Excavator maintenance and faults are reported in accordance with company requirements.

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 CETA-ETQA Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the CETA-ETQA CETA-ETQA or other ETQA's who have a Memorandum of Understanding in place with CETA-ETQA would be responsible for moderation of learner achievements of learners who meet the requirements of this qualification.

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

The Excavator operation procedures and main functions of all major components The maximum operating capacities of the designed Excavator capabilities. Statutory requirements including the Relevant Code of practice and Safety, Health & Environmental legislation Worksite procedures

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 Outcome and Assessment Criteria: Demonstrate knowledge of the functions of a excavator Corrective actions are described or demonstrated in terms of neutralising warnings received Operate excavator Hazards specific to operating Excavator's and ways to minimise these are explained in terms of potential damage to machine and property, and injury to people.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Work effectively with others Evident in the following Specific Outcome and Assessment Criteria: Operate excavator Hazards specific to operating Excavator's and ways to minimise these are explained in terms of potential damage to machine and property, and injury to people. Document excavator use Excavator maintenance and faults are reported in accordance with company requirements.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Employ self management Evident in the following Specific Outcome and Assessment Criteria: Start and Shut Down Excavator Pre-operational checks are carried out according to appropriate checklist. Operate Excavator Excavator performance is monitored and corrective action is taken when necessary, in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Manage information Evident in the following Specific Outcome and Assessment Criteria: Document excavator use Excavator hours are documented in accordance with company requirements. Excavator maintenance and faults are reported in accordance with company requirements.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Communicate effectively Evident in the following Specific Outcome and Assessment Criteria: Start and Shut Down Excavator Checklist is completed according to worksite procedures and corrective action taken if required, ensuring compliance with manufacturer's specifications. Document Excavator Use Excavator maintenance and faults are reported in accordance with company requirements.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

Demonstrate scientific and technological competence Evident in the following Specific Outcome and Assessment Criteria: Demonstrate knowledge of the functions of a excavator The main functions of excavator's are explained in terms of manufacturer's specifications. Start and shut down excavator Pre-operational checks are carried out according to appropriate checklist.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Understand contextual world systems Evident in the following Specific Outcome and Assessment Criteria: Operate Excavator Hazards specific to operating excavator's and ways to minimise these are explained in terms of potential damage to machine and property, and injury to people.

UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA

N/A

UNIT STANDARD NOTES

This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 262744, which is "Operate an excavator", Level 2, 15 credits.

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Elective	48940	National Certificate: Construction: Plant Operations	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2012-06-30	CETA

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.	PROEARTH Pty Ltd
2.	Raubex Construction Pty (Ltd)
3.	Tjeka Training Matters Pty Ltd

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All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source.