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

Manage cable jointing resources 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
243669  Manage cable jointing resources 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Manufacturing and Assembly Processes 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology Manufacturing and Assembly 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 4  NQF Level 04  8 
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 reflects the skills required to manage resources for cable jointing and termination processes. This includes the ability to:
  • Plan the required activities and brief the jointing team.
  • Select, prepare and transport all materials and equipment.
  • Manage the resources and the site activities.
  • Support the team to perform efficiently.
  • Improve continuously.

    It also reflects the understanding of:
  • Issues related to the management of resources.
  • Continuous improvement.
  • Site security.

    This unit standard would be assessed in a range of contexts including:
  • Jointing.
  • Termination.
  • Repairs.
  • Upgrades.
  • Installation.

    The skills, knowledge and values reflected in this unit standard form part of the Exit Level Outcomes required for the Further Education and Training Certificate: Cable Jointing and Termination. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    The following competencies are assumed:
  • Communication and Literacy, NQF Level 3.
  • Mathematical Literacy, NQF Level 3.
  • Hand skills with a variety of hand and power tools.

    This assumption forms the basis for the allocation of credits for this unit standard. If a learner does not have such experience or qualifications, the learning time will be increased. The allocation of credits is also based on the assumption that the learner will be following a learning programme which integrates the required unit standards. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The scope and level of this unit standard is indicated by range statements related to the specific outcomes. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Determine the scope of work, plan for the required activities and brief the jointing team. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The team understands the scope of the work, the arrangements and what is expected of them. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Test and commissioning plans are developed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Possible risks and hazards are identified and plans are developed to eliminate the identified risks and hazards. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Select, prepare and transport all materials and equipment required for the operation. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    This includes returning materials and equipment after the operation has been completed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The technical equipment specification is interpreted and equipment is selected that will meet the requirements of the job. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Selected includes requisitioning materials and making necessary purchases.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Materials and equipment are handled, loaded and transported to the worksite in accordance with the relevant procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Manage the resources and the site activities, monitor movement in and out of the site and keep equipment and material secure. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Includes monitoring for pilferage and theft. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Jointing team is used effectively, supported where required and issues arising are dealt with effectively. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Materials and equipment are handled, loaded and transported in accordance with the relevant standards and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Materials are stored securely and in a safe manner during the jointing operation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Materials usage and related information is recorded and reported. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Wastage is minimised. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Impact on the environment is minimised. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Support the team to perform efficiently. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Access to materials and equipment is provided when needed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Instructions and requirements to team members are clearly spelled out. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Site discipline is maintained by team members. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Site discipline is maintained with respect to safety, health, environmental and risk management issues, equipment and materials.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Team members' techniques, skills and knowledge are improved. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Find and implement ways to improve continuously. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Bottle necks, problems and skill deficits are identified and recorded. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    An appropriate improvement plan is implemented and evaluated. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Additional training is arranged where required. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Information for possible improvements is reported to the relevant persons. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 
    Explain and discuss issues related to the management of resources. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Explanations and discussions demonstrate an understanding of the factors involved in managing resources. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Discussions demonstrate experience in a range of circumstances and a range of challenges faced. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Explanations and discussions demonstrate an understanding of the current approach to optimising resources and reducing wastage and environmental impact. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    Assessment will be governed by the policies and guidelines of a relevant Education and Training Quality Assurance body (ETQA), which has jurisdiction over this field of learning. The policies and procedures of the relevant ETQA will also determine:
  • How the assessment is moderated.
  • How a learner can appeal against the outcome of the assessment.

    Any institution or company which offers learning to achieve the purpose of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider through the relevant ETQA.

    The integrated assessment should be based on a summative assessment guide. The guide will specify how the assessor will assess different aspects of the performance and will include:
  • Evaluating evidence in a portfolio of evidence, particularly projects which integrate various aspects of the unit standard and which demonstrate the integration of knowledge, skills and values, and the development of the critical outcomes.
  • Observing and listening to the learner at work, both in primary activities as well as in other interactions, or in relevant simulations.
  • Asking questions and initiating short discussions to test understanding and to verify other evidence.
  • Looking at records and reports.
  • Formative assessment.

    Assessment of competence for this unit standard is based on experience acquired by the learner in the workplace, within the particular cable jointing and termination context. The assessment process should cover the explicit tasks required for the unit standard as well as the understanding of the underpinning concepts and principles.

    The assessment process should also establish how the learning process has advanced the Critical Cross-field Outcomes.

    The learner may choose in which language he/she wants to be assessed. This should be established as part of a process of preparing the learner for assessment and familiarising the learner with the approach being taken.

    Assessors should also evaluate evidence that the learner has been performing consistently over a period of time.

    The assessment for this unit standard can be done in conjunction with the assessment of other unit standards related to a qualification, and in conjunction with the assessment for the qualification as a whole. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    The following items reflect the type of knowledge that the assessor will evaluate:

    Names & functions of:
  • Materials, components, accessories, equipment.
  • Resources.
  • Logistics concepts.
  • Management concepts.
  • Team building and teamwork concepts.

    Purpose of:
  • Planning.
  • Preparation.
  • Co-ordination.
  • Security.
  • Optimisation of resources.
  • Team building.

    Attributes, descriptions, characteristics & properties:
  • Approaches to planning, controlling, leading, security, safety, productivity.
  • Team building.
  • Materials, components, accessories, equipment.
  • Resources.

    Processes and events:
  • Planning.
  • Preparation.
  • Materials handling.
  • Materials management.
  • Continuous improvement.
  • Team building and performance.

    Causes and effects, implications of:
  • Inefficient processes.
  • Poor planning and management.
  • Poor team motivation.

    Procedures and techniques:
  • Planning, logistics, coaching, managing.
  • Evaluating work.
  • Introducing change.
  • Team building.

    Sensory cues:
  • Indications of team divisions and disagreements.
  • Indications of lack of progress.

    Regulations, legislation, agreements, policies, standards:
  • Industrial relations.

    Theory: rules, principles, laws:
  • Management; planning, logistics, evaluation of work processes.
  • Coaching and training.
  • Team dynamics.

    Relationships, systems:
  • Links between planning, preparation and people management and productivity, safety and performance. 
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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.
  • Related to planning, logistics, teamwork.
  • Continuous improvement. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others.
  • Assigning tasks.
  • Building skills and knowledge. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage myself and my activities.
  • Assign, oversee and evaluate work processes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
  • Monitor processes, collect and analyse relevant performance data. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively.
  • Team communications. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically.
  • Apply logistics, management, team building and work performance principles. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems.
  • Planning, management and effectiveness and efficiency. 
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    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
    Core  58204   Further Education and Training Certificate: Cable Jointing and Termination  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  EWSETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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