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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD: 

Manage and control raw materials 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
377600  Manage and control raw materials 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Food 
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 6  NQF Level 06  25 
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 replaces: 
US ID Unit Standard Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Credits Replacement Status
119275  Manage and Control Raw Materials  Level 6  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6  25   

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
A person credited with this unit standard is able to:
  • Select the suitable raw materials for use in the manufacture of a food, beverage or any other sensitive consumer product.
  • Manage and control the processing of raw materials.
  • Measure, analyse and interpret process data.
  • Identify Non-Conformance.
  • Manage and implement corrective actions.

    This unit standard is intended for practicing unit managers who need to manufacture and prepare raw materials suitable for the manufacture of a food, beverage or any other sensitive consumer product.

    The skills, knowledge and understanding demonstrated within this unit standard are essential for social and economic transformation and upliftment for any individual. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    It is assumed that learners:
  • Understand Food Manufacturing processes.
  • Have a Basic Overview of manufacturing.
  • Understand and can apply basic problem solving techniques. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    This unit standard range is applicable to the selection and conversion of all raw materials suitable for the production of a food, beverage or any other sensitive consumer product. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Select suitable raw materials for use in the manufacture of food, beverage or consumer products. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The characteristics of the specific raw materials used for product production are described. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The underlying principles behind a raw material development and selection program for the development of specific raw materials suitable for manufacturing purposes is described. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The range and role of available additives used in manufacture are described according to food production and recipe procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The chemical changes that the raw materials undergo during manufacture are defined and described. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Manage and control the processing of raw materials. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The process of raw material intake is fully described. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The factors include:
  • Intake testing.
  • Conformance to order.
  • Damage (insect, handling and microbial).
  • Contamination (ergot, microbial, black grains, red grains and fecal).
  • Variety.
  • Viability.
  • Size.
  • Moisture.
  • Temperature.
  • Sampling.
  • Objectives and requirements for screening.
  • Control of pests and diseases.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The manufacturing process and associated equipment are described. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The physiological and biochemical changes that the raw material undergoes during manufacturing are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The processing conditions to produce product in specification are defined. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The process of raw material storage and handling is described. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The factors include but are not limited to:
  • Unloading.
  • Sampling.
  • Match against order.
  • Purity.
  • Size.
  • Viability.
  • Moisture.
  • Health and safety.
  • Moving vehicles.
  • Dust.
  • Waste handling
  • Solid.
  • Liquid.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The various mechanisms used in the movement of raw material within a processing environment are debated. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The factors include:
  • Conveyors.
  • Belt.
  • Chain and flight.
  • Screw.
  • Elevators.
  • Pneumatic systems.
  • Mixing and blending.
  • Weighing.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    The process for pre-cleaning, cleaning and grading of raw materials are detailed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    The status and performance of the raw materials processing plant is recorded. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The factors include:
  • Quality systems.
  • Documentation.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
    The principles of world-class manufacturing are applied to optimise the appropriate raw materials processing process. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The factors include:
  • Knowledge of world class manufacturing principles.
     
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    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Measure, analyse and interpret process data. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Typical calculations are performed in order to calculate yields and losses through the raw material process. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    A sample of raw material is evaluated for its suitability for further processing. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The features and criteria that describe product of good quality are debated. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Identify non conformance. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The process areas within raw materials processing are audited for conformance to standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The processed raw materials are analysed for conformance to specification. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Manage and implement corrective actions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The presence of non-conformance is identified and quantified. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The factors include:
  • Audit systems.
  • Standard operating procedures.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    By the use of appropriate problem solving techniques plans to eliminate non-conformance are generated. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The factors include:
  • Problem solving techniques.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Implement corrective actions to eliminate identified non-conformances. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The factors include:
  • Review work practices.
  • Modify plant.
  • Training and assessment.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The findings are accurately recorded stored and shared. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The factors include:
  • Knowledge management systems.
  • Documentation management system.
     
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    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Internal moderation.
  • External moderation.
  • An assessor, accredited by the relevant ETQA, will assess the learner`s competency.
  • Assessment procedures will be supplied by the ETQA in alignment with NSB requirements.
  • All assessment activities must be fair, so that all candidates have equal opportunities. Activities must be free of gender, ethnic or other bias.
  • Questions and answers to determine theoretical knowledge are expected.
  • Examination of an assessment portfolio.
  • Reporting skills are demonstrated by effective communication, using verbal (language) and/or writing skills.
  • Direct observation in simulated or actual work conditions.
  • Practical demonstration of main activity(s) reflected in the title. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Embedded knowledge is reflected within the assessment criteria of each specific outcome.
  • Availability and properties of market related raw materials. 
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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 which response displays that responsible decisions, using critical and creative thinking, have been made:
  • Evident in all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or community:
  • Evident in all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one`s activities responsibly and effectively:
  • Evident in all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
  • Evident in all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively by using mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentations:
  • Evident in all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others:
  • Evident in all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem solving contexts do not exist in isolation:
  • Evident in all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    Contribute to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of the society at large:
  • Evident in all Specific Outcomes. 
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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 
    This unit standard replaces unit standard 119275, "Manage and Control Raw Materials", Level 6, 25 credits. 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  80686   National Diploma: Supply Chain Management: Sensitive Consumer Products  Level 6  NQF Level 06  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  FOODBEV 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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