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

National Diploma: Maintenance of High-speed Production Processes (Fast-moving Consumer Goods) 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
48765  National Diploma: Maintenance of High-speed Production Processes (Fast-moving Consumer Goods) 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Food 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
FOODBEV - Food and Beverages Manufacturing Industry Sector Education and Training Authority  OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
National Diploma  Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology  Manufacturing and Assembly 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  308  Level 5  NQF Level 05  Regular-Unit Stds Based 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 SAQA 0695/12  2012-07-01  2015-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2016-06-30   2020-06-30  

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 qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification. 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Qualified maintenance personnel (artisans) in the past had few options in pursuing formal qualifications in their field. They had a choice between becoming technicians or following a general management route.

The purpose of this qualification is to describe the skills and knowledge required in what is becoming a new discipline: the science and technology of maintenance in the context of sophisticated, high-speed production lines.
The increased sophistication is reflected in:
  • greater automation
  • integrated lines that combine a range of processing operations, product handling and packaging
  • combinations of mechanical, electrical and electronic components
  • measurement, control and communication devices
  • an in-depth understanding of the production or manufacturing processes and their impact on the maintenance processes

    A failure in any part of the system can have severe implications in terms of reduced output, damage to product, wastage and possible injury. Consequences of such failure can include negative impacts on the health of workers and consumers and on the profitability and reputation of the company.

    The process of managing failure has implications for the maintenance of such equipment and requires new sets of skills and knowledge, representing a shift away from hand skills to the skills required to analyse data in records and make recommendations, plan and implement specific maintenance programmes and install new or updated equipment.

    This and the related qualification, the National Certificate in Maintenance of High-speed Production Processes (Fast-moving Consumer Goods), will act as a framework for providers, assessors and learners to plan, implement and measure the outcomes of suitable learning programmes, or the recognition of prior learning, in this new discipline.

    The specific purpose of the qualification represents the skills and knowledge required by competent practitioners to:
    Plan, initiate, implement and oversee strategies that:
  • ensure high-speed production lines operate continuously at optimum efficiency
  • introduce new technology, equipment and product lines
  • ensure that maintenance staff and contractors perform effectively
  • optimise, though continuous improvements, the maintenance process

    This qualification can be obtained in the context of a variety of manufacturing operations for fast-moving consumer goods.

    The two qualifications, the National Certificate and the National Diploma in Maintenance of High-speed Production Processes (Fast-moving Consumer Goods): NQF Level 5, are conceptualised as an integrated qualification, which together fulfil all the requirements for a National Diploma.

    Rationale for the qualification:
    There is an increased sophistication in the machinery and equipment used for high-speed production processes. The management of failure in such an environment presents opportunities for qualified artisans to pursue a career in maintenance beyond NQF level 4 or artisan level.
    This qualification represents a further step in a career in the science and technology of maintenance as a discipline. This qualification forms the second stage of a qualification that begins with, and includes, the credits for the National Certificate in Maintenance of High-speed Production Processes (Fast-moving Consumer Goods) Level 5. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    The credits and the related unit standards assume that the learner has already achieved the outcomes of the National Certificate in Maintenance of High-speed Production Processes (Fast-moving Consumer Goods): NQF Level 5.

    Recognition of prior learning:
    This qualification may be obtained through the process of RPL. The learner should be thoroughly briefed prior to the assessment and support should be provided to assist the learner in the process of developing a portfolio. While this is primarily a work-based qualification, evidence from other areas of endeavour may be introduced if pertinent to any of the exit level outcomes. 

    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    N/A 

    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    The exit level outcomes for this qualification reflect a combination of specific outcomes and critical cross-field education and training outcomes. The way in which the critical outcomes have been advanced through the learning required for this qualification is embedded in the unit standards, ie how it is reflected and assessed in the context of the specific outcomes.

    1. Implement a variety of maintenance strategies

    2. Monitor, maintain and manage assets
    Range:
    Assets include tools, equipment, machinery, infrastructure

    3. Plan, implement and monitor multiple projects
    Range:
    Typical projects: install new line, upgrade equipment, implement product and size changeovers

    4. Introduce continuous improvement techniques and technologies. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    1.
  • Implemented strategy results in measurable improvement
  • Maintenance meets manufacturing objectives
  • An understanding of maintenance methodologies and of processes, practices and procedures involved in implementing changes is demonstrated.

    2.
  • Plant availability is maximised
  • Optimal and efficient use is made of spares
  • Optimal use is made of funds and resources within budgetary parameters
  • An understanding of factors involved in decisions to repair or replace is demonstrated

    3.
  • The intervention is successfully commissioned
  • The project is completed on time and within budget
  • Project-related documentation is completed, distributed and stored
  • Issues and choices related to the planning, implementation and management of projects are explained and discussed

    4.
  • The most appropriate solution is implemented
  • The planned results are achieved
  • The choice of techniques and technologies is justified
  • Issues related to quality management and work engineering systems are explained and discussed

    Integrated assessment
    The integrated assessment must be based on a summative assessment guide. The guide must spell out how the assessor will assess different aspects of the performance and will include:
  • 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
  • Looking at records and reports, and evaluating projects included in a portfolio of evidence

    The learner may choose in which language s/he 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.

    While this is primarily a workplace-based qualification, evidence from other areas of endeavour may be presented if pertinent to any of the exit level outcomes.

    The assessment process should cover the explicit tasks required for the qualification as well as the understanding of the concepts and principles that underpin the activities required for installation, repair and maintenance of high-speed and integrated production equipment. The assessment process should also establish how the learning process has advanced the critical outcomes.

    Assessors should also evaluate evidence that the learner has been performing consistently over a period of time 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    A search for similar qualifications elsewhere was made. This was done in three phases:
    1. Reviewing qualifications on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework
    2. Conducting a search on the world-wide web
    3. Liaising with respondents in the international partner sites of local companies

    No comparable qualifications were found. This is not surprising since it is a relatively new and emerging discipline. Some overseas respondents expressed an interest in such a qualification for their own use. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification has been designed and structured so that qualifying learners can move from one context to another. Employers or institutions should be able to evaluate the outcomes of this qualification against the needs of their context and structure top-up learning appropriately. Equally, holders of other qualifications may be evaluated against this qualification for the purpose of RPL.

    Overview of the proposed qualifications pathway and articulation possibilities:

    NQF Level 5 option 1:
    Manufacturing: N/A
    Maintenance: Diploma: Maintenance of high-speed production processes (FMCG) 240
    Engineering: Engineering Diplomas, mechanical, electrical.

    NQF Level 5 option 2:
    Manufacturing: Various manufacturing qualifications
    Maintenance: Certificate: Maintenance of high-speed production processes (FMCG) 120
    Engineering: Millwright; mechatronics.

    NQF Levels 4, 3 and 2:
    Manufacturing: Various manufacturing qualifications
    Maintenance: 'Fitting'; Industrial Electrical Maintenance
    Engineering: Millwright; mechatronics.

    NQF Level 1:
    Nationnal Certificate in Manufacturing, Engineering and related Activities: NQF 1 

    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    Moderators for the qualification should be qualified and accredited with an appropriate ETQA.
    To assure the quality of the assessment process, the moderation should cover the following:
  • Assessor credentials
  • The assessment instrument
  • The assessment process 
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    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    The following criteria should be applied by the relevant ETQA:
    1. Appropriate qualification in the field of maintenance science, with a minimum of 2 years' experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment. The subject matter expertise of the assessor can be established by recognition of prior learning.
    2. Appropriate experience and understanding of assessment theory, processes and practices.
    3. Good interpersonal skills and ability to balance the conflicting requirements of:
  • Maintaining national standards
  • The interests of the learner
  • The need for transformation and redressing the legacies of the past
  • The cultural background and language of the learner.
    4. Registration as an assessor with a relevant ETQA.
    5. Any other criteria required by a relevant ETQA.

    Note: Since this a new field it may be some time before there are sufficient qualified assessors.
    The relevant ETQAs should allow interim arrangements to be made. 
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    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2012. 

    NOTES 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARDS: 
      ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
    Core  114716  Manage installation and maintenance contractors  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  16 
    Core  114719  Monitor, maintain and manage high-speed production assets  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  25 
    Core  114722  Plan, develop and implement a new maintenance strategy  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  44 
    Fundamental  10622  Conduct communication within a business environment  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  8 
    Fundamental  114720  Manage multiple installation and maintenance projects  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  9 
    Fundamental  12675  Use mathematical and statistical techniques effectively as a rubber technologist  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  34 
    Elective  10144  Identify, suggest and implement corrective actions to improve quality  Level 4  NQF Level 04  6 
    Elective  14710  Manage and develop the performance of work group members in fabrication activities  Level 4  NQF Level 04  6 
    Elective  13114  Install, test and maintain a complex computer integrated manufacturing system  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  20 
    Elective  9897  Manage inventory  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  3 
    Elective  10147  Supervise a project team of a technical project to deliver project objectives  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  14 


    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
     
    NONE 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: 
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