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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD: |
Operate counter-balanced lift truck |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
242974 | Operate counter-balanced lift truck | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Transport and Logistics Operations | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | ||||
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FIELD | SUBFIELD | |||
Field 11 - Services | Transport, Operations and Logistics | |||
ABET BAND | UNIT STANDARD TYPE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS |
Undefined | Regular | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 7 |
REGISTRATION STATUS | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | |
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 |
The person credited with this Unit Standard is able to operate a counter-balanced lift truck in a safe manner. They will also be able to conduct pre and post inspections to ensure the performance of the lift truck. The person will be able to handle the loading and storage of freight by using the equipment and its accessories in the required manner. They will also be able to access emergency system and services in the event of an incident or accident.
The qualifying learner is capable of: |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
It is assumed that learners accessing this unit standard will have demonstrated competence in:
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UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
The applied competence expressed in this standard may be demonstrated across a range of lift trucks (capacity, functionality) involved in familiar operational functions in any industry context, and in any environmental conditions.
Lift Truck shall include: The Codes and Attachments correspond with the National Code of Practice. Attachments and special equipment shall include: |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Apply the recognised methods for inspecting and recording the operational fitness of all components of the lift truck with reference to safety procedure in the workplace. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Methods for inspecting the operational fitness of all components on the lift truck are described with examples. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Pre and post inspections are conducted using the operations check-sheet. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Basic faults and defects on the mechanical function of the lift truck are identified and recorded in the required format. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Identify and classify freight/loads taking into account documentation, packaging and labelling associated with the specific freight. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Freight/load types are identified and explained with examples. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Freight/load documentation, packing and labelling requirements are described with examples. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Common freight codes, from a handling perspective, are identified and explained with examples. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
Freight/loads are classified in accordance with organisational classification standards and procedures. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Handle, load and store freight in accordance with industry standards, environmental requirements, and with due consideration to inter alia the commodities and their properties, storage area and placement of load. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The reasons for selecting specific handling methods and attachments for particular commodities/freight are explained with examples. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The reasons for selecting a particular piece of lifting equipment for a particular type of freight are explained with examples. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The specific selection of storage facilities for different freight types is explained with examples. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Different freight types includes but not limited to dangerous goods, perishables, foodstuffs, break-bulk, liquids. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
Freight/load is handled, loaded and stored in accordance with organisational standards and procedures. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
Achieve maximum work performance of lifting equipment and attachments, by applying knowledge of equipment dimensions, controls, principles of operation and capacities, manufacturing specifications and circumstances in the working environment. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The operating functions of the particular lift truck relevant for the job environment and environmental conditions and freight types are identified and explained with examples. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Lifting equipment is evaluated and repair or replacement of parts is reported in required format and arranged in the required time frame. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The importance of applying a basic mechanical appreciation of the lifting equipment, operating of the lifting equipment and its attachments is explained with examples of the consequences of not doing so. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 |
Operate equipment in accordance with laid down organisational and legislative standards and procedures as well as manufacturer's guidelines. |
OUTCOME RANGE |
Operating includes the actual lifting, stacking manoeuvring, shutting down and parking of the lift truck. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The operating functions of the lift truck relevant for the work environment, and different environmental conditions and freight types are explained with examples. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The effect of the environment and equipment constraints on safe operating procedures and practices are explained with examples. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Operating equipment is used in accordance with operation instructions, loading guidelines and legislative standards and procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
Corrective actions required to prevent dangerous situations arising are explained with examples. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Dangerous situations could include but are not limited to: weather, lighting conditions, visibility, overloading. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 |
Access available emergency support systems and services in case of incidents and accidents. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Support systems and emergency services are sourced in cases of incidents and accidents according to organisational procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The most appropriate course of action is explained in relation to safe working practices and procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The most appropriate course of action to avoid a potential hazard is explained in relation to safe working practices in the working environment. |
UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE |
The following embedded knowledge is addressed in an integrated way in the unit standard:
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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 in the case of damaged packaging/labelling. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING |
Work efficiently with others and in teams by demonstrating initiative in selecting the most appropriate means of communication with work colleagues to facilitate efficient and safe freight handling. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING |
Manage and organise oneself by continually evaluating whether maximum work performance of lifting equipment was achieved given the operating conditions, and based on this, gain improved work performance consistently. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING |
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 |
Definitions:
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QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
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Elective | 58718 | National Certificate: Metals Processing | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 48794 | National Certificate in Quality Checking of Tyres and Tyre Components | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 71989 | National Certificate: Automotive Components: Manufacturing and Assembly | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 58862 | National Certificate: Electro-Mechanical Winding | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 58720 | National Certificate: Engineering Fabrication | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Reregistered | 2021-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
Elective | 64829 | National Certificate: Lifting Machine Operations | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | TETA |
Elective | 23255 | National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Fitting and Machining | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 91926 | National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Machining and Tooling | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
Elective | 67609 | National Certificate: Mechatronics | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 79666 | National Certificate: Metal and Engineering Manufacturing Processes | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 64190 | National Certificate: Metals Production | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Reregistered | 2021-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
Elective | 49449 | National Certificate: Plastics Manufacturing | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 36155 | National Certificate: Polymer Composite Fabrication | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 79407 | National Certificate: Polymer Compound Manufacturing | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 21012 | National Certificate: Power and Telecommunication Cable Manufacturing | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 24217 | National Certificate: Thermoplastic Fabrication | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 48798 | National Certificate: Tyre and Tyre Component Manufacturing | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 48795 | National Certificate: Tyre Assembly | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 57886 | National Certificate: Welding Application and Practice | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Reregistered | 2021-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
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. | A.I.R Training, Consulting & Services |
2. | AA Forklift Training Centre |
3. | AA Technical Services (PTY) LTD |
4. | AAH Skills and Development |
5. | Accredited Training |
6. | AETA Training Solutions |
7. | Africa Training Centre |
8. | AFROX |
9. | Agisanang SA Training |
10. | AIR TRAINING CONSULTING & SERVICES |
11. | AL Training Centre |
12. | Aldabri 106 Institute for Quality Pty Ltd |
13. | All-in-one Driving Academy |
14. | AME Skills Development Training Centre |
15. | Andebe Training and Skills Development |
16. | ANGLOGOLD ASHANTI LTD |
17. | Arcelor Mittal Steel Vanderbijlpark |
18. | Areka Logistics Solution |
19. | Artisans in Motion Pty Ltd |
20. | Autobos Training Centre |
21. | Barloworld Transport Solutions |
22. | Bayethe Training and Development Services cc |
23. | Bayteck Fire cc |
24. | Bell Equipment Co SA Pty Ltd - Manufacturing Division |
25. | Bev Short Training Consultants |
26. | BJS FORKLIFTS TRAINING |
27. | Bolton Business College & Computer Studies |
28. | Bonticom (Pty) Ltd |
29. | BPL Academy |
30. | BreErivier Training Development CC Mossel Bay |
31. | BreErivier Training Development CC Worcester |
32. | BSD CONSULTING CC |
33. | CHAMDOR DRIVER TRAINING CC |
34. | CLEO |
35. | Culmen Consultants cc |
36. | Culmen Wes-Kaap CC |
37. | Dee's Training (PTY) LTD |
38. | Dees Driver Training Centre |
39. | DQ Staffing Solutions |
40. | Driven Machinery Training Services cc |
41. | Driving Sense |
42. | Durban Driver Training Centre Pty Ltd |
43. | Dynalift cc |
44. | East Coast Professional Driver Training Academy Pty Ltd |
45. | Eastcape Training Centre |
46. | Econo Driver Training |
47. | Exclusive Training Services |
48. | Fantique Trade 1092 |
49. | Forklift Training Centre |
50. | Fost Training Pty (Ltd) |
51. | Funda Professional Driver Training |
52. | G T Training Service Provider |
53. | GijimaAst Holdings (Pty) Ltd |
54. | Glencore Operation South Africa (Pty) Ltd |
55. | GLOBAL LEARNING SERVICES |
56. | Goldee Trading Academy 176 |
57. | Golden Arrow Bus Services |
58. | H and L Training School |
59. | Hazchemwize (PTY) Ltd |
60. | He and She Driver Training Centre |
61. | Humrec Human Resource Training |
62. | Ikaheng HR Services Pty Ltd |
63. | Imperial Logistics Group t/a Dedicated Contracts |
64. | Indaba Training |
65. | Inkezo HR Solutions |
66. | Inkqubela Consultants |
67. | Innovative Shared Services |
68. | Iyanda Holdings(Pty) Ltd |
69. | J E G Training Centre |
70. | Jaline Training & Consulting Services |
71. | Jikelele Driver Training Centre cc |
72. | Juan-Tech Training Centre |
73. | Kempston Driving Academy |
74. | Khamafi Training cc |
75. | Kwazulu Natal Training & Development |
76. | Kwazuna Training CC |
77. | Learning Exchange Pty Ltd |
78. | Leibrandt Training Academy CC |
79. | Libra Training Services and Consultants (Pty) Ltd |
80. | Licence Wise |
81. | Lift Truck Training Services |
82. | Lifting Machinery Training |
83. | Lifting Operator Training Centre cc |
84. | Linde Materials Handling Gauteng |
85. | M & M Training & Rigging |
86. | Makwedeng Training |
87. | Malamba Forklift Training |
88. | Manaka Professional Driving Services |
89. | MCD TECHNICAL TRAINING CENTRE (Legacy) Mers-3726 |
90. | Metro Minds |
91. | Mike Anderson and Associates |
92. | Millenium Skills (Pty )Ltd |
93. | Mittal Steel Newcastle |
94. | Mobile Training cc |
95. | Mobile Waste & Rubble cc |
96. | Mphatlalatsane Learning Resources |
97. | Mpofu Engineering Projects |
98. | NOSA LOGISTICS PTY LTD |
99. | Nowethu Learning Institute cc |
100. | Orion Industrial Training Services (Pty) Ltd |
101. | OSR Trading |
102. | PFG Building Glass |
103. | Phephani Learnerships cc |
104. | Primeserv Corporate Solutions (Pty) Ltd |
105. | Pro - Con Skills Centre |
106. | Pro-Edu Accredited Training International cc |
107. | Protrain Solutions |
108. | Quadrant Crane Training Centre |
109. | R & V Training |
110. | Rainbow Skills Development Centre |
111. | Renaissance Skills Training |
112. | SA Maritime School and Transport College |
113. | SAA Technical |
114. | Safety Training Association (Pty) Ltd |
115. | Salestalk 88 Pty Ltd T/A Concord Skills and Training |
116. | Salvage Training Services |
117. | SASOL GLOBAL LEARNING |
118. | Scaw Metals |
119. | Shipping and Transport College |
120. | Shukela Training Centre |
121. | Siyashayela Training and Development |
122. | Sizanani Training and Development cc |
123. | SKILLS DYNAMICS AFRICA PTY LTD |
124. | Skills for All |
125. | Skills Priority |
126. | Skills Resource Group (Pty) Ltd |
127. | SN Pool Transport |
128. | Solly''s SkillsTraining Centre |
129. | South African Fire and Medical Academy (SAFMA) |
130. | Spar Eastern Cape |
131. | Sqalile Trading and Projects |
132. | Staffing Logistics |
133. | Starcrow 36 Bk |
134. | Tagane Trading and Training Services Pty Ltd. |
135. | Tasa Training Services cc |
136. | The BTC Group CC |
137. | THE SAJ COMPETENCY TRAINING INSTITUTE CC |
138. | The Skills Matrix |
139. | Thembalethu Development |
140. | Thwala Training Services (Pty) Ltd |
141. | TIRHANI SKILLS FOR AFRICA |
142. | Total Fleet Solutions (Pty) Ltd |
143. | Toyota Forklift t/a Saficon Industrial Equipment |
144. | Tradefirst 2035 cc |
145. | Training For Africa |
146. | Training Force |
147. | Trainsure -Tsebo Traiding cc |
148. | Transnet Rail Engineering Germiston Training Centre |
149. | Transnet Maritime School of Excellence |
150. | Transnet Rail Engineering Bloemfontein Centre |
151. | Transnet Rail Engineering Cape Town Centre |
152. | Transnet Rail Engineering Durban Training Centre |
153. | Transnet Rail Engineering UitenhageTraining Centre |
154. | Transvaal Legislative Training |
155. | Transvaal Training |
156. | Truck Crane Training Specialists |
157. | Uthingo Training Centre |
158. | Value Logistics Limited |
159. | Watch Tower Bible & Tract Society of SA |
160. | Wheelman S A |
161. | York Timbers |
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. |