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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Perform Basic Infrastructural Maintenance

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
8328	Perform Basic Infrastructural Maintenance
ORIGINATOR
SGB Nature Conservation
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
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FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 01 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation			Nature Conservation
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"		2004-12-02	2007-12-02	SAQA 1657/04
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2008-12-02		2011-12-02

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

The learner assessed as competent against this unit standard will be able to maintain basic infrastructure usually found in conserved areas (simple accommodation, garages, ablution blocks, entrance gates, boreholes, windmills, pumps, track and trail, etc). This competence enables the qualifying learner to maintain and construct infrastructure under supervision, thereby enhancing tourism, and the management of the area. Achieving this unit standard will enhance employability of the learner in both Conservation and other construction industry related jobs.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

First Aid and OHS.

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

Guides to the scope and complexity of the specific outcomes and essential embedded knowledge are provided in bullet points beneath each. These are prefaced by "for example" since they are neither comprehensive nor necessarily appropriate to all contexts. Alternatives must however be comparable in scope and complexity.
These are intended only as a general guide to scope and complexity of what is required.

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Identify levels of expected maintenance of infrastructure.

OUTCOME RANGE

assess whether the required maintenance is within his capability

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

When conducting assessments, assessors must ensure that they are familiar with the full text of the Unit Standards being assessed.

They must ensure that the assessment covers the specific outcomes, critical cross-field outcomes and essential embedded knowledge.

As each situation is different, it will be necessary to develop assessment activities and tools, which are appropriate to the contexts in which practitioners are working. These activities and tools may include self-assessment, peer assessment; formative and summative assessment.

The specific outcomes and essential embedded knowledge must be assessed in relation to each other. If a practitioner is able to explain the essential embedded knowledge but is unable to perform the specific outcomes, they should not be assessed as competent. Similarly, if a practitioner is able to perform the specific outcomes but is unable to explain or justify their performance in terms of the essential embedded knowledge, they should not be assessed as competent.

METHOD OF ASSESSMENT
Assessment should include practical demonstration of competence, either in the workplace or through work-realistic, out-of-classroom simulation.

A range of assessment methods should be used, including:

Direct observation - watch the practitioner carry out the task or produce a desired outcome during the course of his or her normal work under normal workplace conditions
Product sample - examine the outcomes previously produced by the practitioner
Simulation of a specific task - set a specific task for the practitioner to demonstrate in a simulated environment
Questioning (verbal or written) - ask relevant questions linked to the unit standard
Testimony - collect a portfolio of evidence from suitable people (eg: reports from a third party)

Integrated assessment
It may be more effective and efficient to assess a number of unit standards together thus reducing the overall number of assessment 'events'.

Consider a complete activity in the workplace (the 'whole of work' approach) and see which unit standards relate to this activity.

Work out how practitioners could collect evidence on a number of unit standards at the same time covering all the critical aspects of the standards

Ensure that commonalities that exist between a number of unit standards are captured in a way that makes sense for assessment.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Assess existing infrastructure against agreed standards

OUTCOME RANGE

assess whether the infrastructure still conforms to the prescribed standard

leaking taps, peeling paint etc

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Consider a complete activity in the workplace (the 'whole of work' approach) and see which unit standards relate to this activity.

Work out how practitioners could collect evidence on a number of unit standards at the same time covering all the critical aspects of the standards

Ensure that commonalities that exist between a number of unit standards are captured in a way that makes sense for assessment.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Carry out continuous maintenance or repairs of infrastructure where authorised and competent.

OUTCOME NOTES

Carry out continuous maintenance or repairs of infrastructure where authorised and competent to do so

OUTCOME RANGE

carry out basic repair work such as paintings, unblocking drains, repair leaking taps, glaze windows etc

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Consider a complete activity in the workplace (the 'whole of work' approach) and see which unit standards relate to this activity.

Work out how practitioners could collect evidence on a number of unit standards at the same time covering all the critical aspects of the standards

Ensure that commonalities that exist between a number of unit standards are captured in a way that makes sense for assessment.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Refer repairs or maintenance where unauthorised or unskilled to deal with them.

OUTCOME RANGE

where the required maintenance is above his/her capabilities the maintenance must be referred to a skilled artisan.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Consider a complete activity in the workplace (the 'whole of work' approach) and see which unit standards relate to this activity.

Work out how practitioners could collect evidence on a number of unit standards at the same time covering all the critical aspects of the standards

Ensure that commonalities that exist between a number of unit standards are captured in a way that makes sense for assessment.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Make suggestions to improve future maintenance of infrastucture.

OUTCOME RANGE

how can the maintenance of the infrastrucutre be improved?

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Consider a complete activity in the workplace (the 'whole of work' approach) and see which unit standards relate to this activity.

Work out how practitioners could collect evidence on a number of unit standards at the same time covering all the critical aspects of the standards

Ensure that commonalities that exist between a number of unit standards are captured in a way that makes sense for assessment.

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.

Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA.

Assessment and moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the ETQAs policies and guidelines for assessment and moderation; in terms of agreements reached around assessment and moderation between ETQAs (including professional bodies); and in terms of the moderation guideline detailed under point 4 immediately below.

Moderation must include both internal and external moderation of assessments at exit points of the qualification, unless ETQA policies specify otherwise. Moderation should also encompass achievement of the competence described both in individual unit standards as well as the integrated competence described in the qualification.

Anyone wishing to be assessed against this qualification may apply to be assessed by any assessment agency, assessor or provider institution which is accredited by the relevant ETQA.

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

The qualifying learner is able to demonstrate a basic knowledge and understanding of:

Uses of infrastructure and the contribution it makes to conservation in a given area. Levels/standards for optimal condition of infrastructure.

Basic knowledge of how infrastructure works (e.g. a borehole windmill) where appropriate.

Methods and techniques for evaluating infrastructure against agreed levels of performance and maintenance.

Basic knowledge and skills required to maintain prescribed infrastructure.

Basic knowledge and skills required to repair infrastructure, where appropriate.

Where to refer problems that can`t be dealt with for support or solutions.

Use and maintenance of tools, including power tools.

Depending on the context of practice of this unit standard, knowledge required will cover a wide range. Below are some examples of specifics that may be required in different circumstances.

Basic plumbing - clearing blockages, piping (water & sewerage), joints, geysers, shavers, solar panels, construct long-drops, french drains.

Repair leaking pipes (galvanized, copper, polypropylene),

Repair cisterns, geysers, and showers.

Pump maintenance (mono, submersible, lister etc), head of water, etc.

Repair pumps.

Remove and replace borehole rods.

Occupational health and safety equipment.

Power tool maintenance & operation.

Borehole maintenance.

Concrete mixes.

Apply screeding, plaster, mortar, foundation, filler, etc.

Remove and replace window panes.

Identify faulty or potentially problematic wiring.

Basic carpentry (measure, cut, join, select and use tools, sizing, drill wood products).

Basic painting and preparation - spraying, painting with various paints (oil / acrylic / water / primers, wood preservation preparation) finishes, surfaces (metal, wood, concrete, brick), coastal and inland corrosion / wear & tear.

Basic gas stove & lights maintenance - Junkers, connections, refills (under certification).

Erect thatched buildings.

Pave areas, erect barricades / palisades.

Welding and brazing.

Soils (stability).

Maintenance of paths, tracks and roads (mitre drains, speed humps/ditches).

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Problem solving relates to the following specific outcomes:

Identify levels of expected maintenance of infrastructure.
Assess existing infrastructure against agreed standards.
Carry out continuous maintenance or repairs of infrastructure where authorised and competent to do so.
Refer repairs or maintenance where unauthorised or unskilled to deal with them.
Make suggestions to improve future maintenance of infrastructure.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Teamwork relates to the following specific outcomes:

Identify levels of expected maintenance of infrastructure.
Assess existing infrastructure against agreed standards.
Carry out continuous maintenance or repairs of infrastructure where authorised and competent to do so.
Refer repairs or maintenance where unauthorised or unskilled to deal with them.
Make suggestions to improve future maintenance of infrastructure.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Self-organization and self-management relates to the following specific outcomes:

Assess existing infrastructure against agreed standards.
Carry out continuous maintenance or repairs of infrastructure where authorised and competent to do so.
Refer repairs or maintenance where unauthorised or unskilled to deal with them.
Make suggestions to improve future maintenance of infrastructure.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Informaion evaluation relates to the following specific outcomes:

Assess existing infrastructure against agreed standards.
Carry out continuous maintenance or repairs of infrastructure where authorised and competent to do so.
Refer repairs or maintenance where unauthorised or unskilled to deal with them.
Make suggestions to improve future maintenance of infrastructure.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Communication relates to the following specific outcomes:

Identify levels of expected maintenance of infrastructure.
Assess existing infrastructure against agreed standards.
Carry out continuous maintenance or repairs of infrastructure where authorised and competent to do so.
Refer repairs or maintenance where unauthorised or unskilled to deal with them.
Make suggestions to improve future maintenance of infrastructure.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

Use of science and technology relates to the following specific outcomes:

Carry out continuous maintenance or repairs of infrastructure where authorised and competent to do so.
Refer repairs or maintenance where unauthorised or unskilled to deal with them.
Make suggestions to improve future maintenance of infrastructure.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Inter-relatedness of systems relates to the following specific outcomes:

Identify levels of expected maintenance of infrastructure.
Assess existing infrastructure against agreed standards.
Carry out continuous maintenance or repairs of infrastructure where authorised and competent to do so.
Refer repairs or maintenance where unauthorised or unskilled to deal with them.
Make suggestions to improve future maintenance of infrastructure.

UNIT STANDARD NOTES

Values:

Demonstration of the knowledge and skills outlined in this unit standard must be consistent with the principles of:

Maintaining essential ecological processes and life-support systems.

Maintaining genetic, species and ecosystem diversity.

Considering ecological and social rights and responsibilities, whilst ensuring sustainable utilisation of species and ecosystems.

Thereby yielding the greatest sustainable and equitable benefit to present generations whilst maintaining the potential to meet the needs and aspirations of future generations.

Supplementary information:

Assist with the maintenance of infrastructure on a protected area. This could include roads, tracks, hiking trails, buildings, pipelines, machinery and equipment.

Repair basic leaks in pipelines, leaking taps, blocked drains, etc.

Change gas cylinders, check for gas leaks, check that geysers are working properly and clean jets on stoves and geysers.

Change light bulbs and assist in laying of cables and other electrical repairs. Report faults to relevant personnel.

Mix and assist in the casting of various concrete mixes such a slabs, floors, foundations and reinforced concrete.

Paint various surfaces including undercoats and finishing coats.

Do basic carpentry such as roof trusses, barricades and frameworks of various constructions.

Carry out basic bricklaying and plastering, including laying of foundations using cement blocks and bricks, as well as stock bricks.

Assist in the erection of log and wood cabins including the trimming and fitting of logs. Construction of frames and laying of floors.

Cut glass of various thickness and glaze steel and wooden framed windows.

Prepare foundations and lay paving using prescribed techniques and materials.

Weld various mild steel, brass and copper using arc and gas welding methods, as well as soldering techniques.

Assist with the repair of engines, water pumps, windmills and removal of pipes, as well as the maintenance thereof, including lubrication and cleaning.

Maintain mitre drains, drains and carry out erosion control on roads, tracks and trails.

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Core	22971	General Education and Training Certificate: Conservation	Level 1	NQF Level 01	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2012-06-30	CATHSSETA
Core	20415	National Certificate: Conservation Resource Guardianship	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2008-02-06	Was CATHSSETA until Last Date for Achievement

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.

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