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

Cross obstacles tactically 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
376366  Cross obstacles tactically 
ORIGINATOR
Task Team - Special Combat Capabilities 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 08 - Law, Military Science and Security Sovereignty of the State 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 4  NQF Level 04  4 
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 will be useful for learners in the private security industry, law enforcement or military that needs to cross obstacles in an urban environment while approaching a target in a high risk situation. This unit standard will contribute towards compliance with tactical, legal and safety requirements related to advanced tactical movement.

Persons credited with this unit standard will be able to:
  • Analyse the types of obstacles found in an urban environment.
  • Apply scaling techniques to negotiate obstacles.
  • Demonstrate the application of ladders to negotiate obstacles.
  • Negotiate protection systems.

    Through the application of these skills learners will enhance the capabilities of security organisations to maintain peace and security in the community. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
  • Day and night.
  • Prevailing environmental conditions. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Analyse the types of obstacles found in the urban environment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The dimensions of an obstacle are estimated during a structured scenario. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Obstacles include but are not limited to walls, windows, roofs, tunnels, pipes, roads, canals, stairs and fences.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    An obstacle is analysed in order to understand its influence on the teams continued movement. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The available resources are assessed in order to determine possible methods of crossing a specific obstacle. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Resources include human and equipment resources.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    A method of crossing is selected taking the principles of obstacle crossing into account. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Principles include but are not limited to speed, momentum, team work, low profile and protection.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Apply scaling techniques to negotiate obstacles. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Obstacle height ranges from two to five meters. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Equipment is inspected to determine serviceability. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Equipment includes but is not limited to gloves, slings, goggles, etc.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The obstacle is approached tactically during a structured scenario. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The sling is applied to enhance the speed of team obstacle crossing. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Organisational unique scaling techniques are applied within a team to tactically cross the range of obstacles. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The chosen method of crossing is executed stealthily using personal and team during a structured scenario. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Demonstrate the application of ladders to negotiate obstacles. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Ladders include ridged and flexible ladders. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The height of the obstacle is assessed in order to determine the type of ladder required. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The tactical placement of the ladder is demonstrated during a structured scenario. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The technique for ascending and descending on the range of ladders is demonstrated tactically during a structured scenario. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The leg lock is demonstrated in order to free both hands while standing on the ladder. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    An obstacle is crossed tactically to ensure continued movement of the team towards the target. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Discuss the influence of protection systems. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Protection systems include but are not limited to electronic, passive and animal systems. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Electronic protection systems are described in terms of their functioning and how they can be avoided or neutralised to ensure the continued movement of the team towards the target. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Passive protection systems are described in terms of their functioning and how they can be avoided or neutralised to ensure the continued movement of the team towards the target. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The areas most commonly protected by animal systems are described and the possible methods of avoiding or neutralising them are discussed in order to maintain the security of the team's movement. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An individual wishing to be assessed (including through RPL) against this Unit Standard may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution accredited by the relevant ETQA, or an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this Unit Standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this Unit Standard or assessing this Unit Standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA at its discretion. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking has been made when learners are capable of identifying an obstacle along their approach route and successfully implementing a plan to cross or pass it. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Working effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or community where the individual participates in a team effort to cross over an identified obstacle. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively. Tactical obstacle crossing requires personal preparation for the types of obstacles that may or may not be encountered along the approach route. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information when learners are capable of collecting, analysing and critically evaluating information necessary to tactically cross an obstacle. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicating effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion. Verbal communication within the team by means of hand signals or radios to ensure that efforts are combined to successfully cross an obstacle. 

    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  78263   National Higher Certificate: Special Combat Capabilities  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  SAS SETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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