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| SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
| REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
| National Certificate: Construction Plant Operations |
| SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
| 65789 | National Certificate: Construction Plant Operations | |||
| ORIGINATOR | ||||
| SGB Civil Engineering Construction | ||||
| PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK | |||
| CETA - Construction Education and Training Authority | OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework | |||
| QUALIFICATION TYPE | FIELD | SUBFIELD | ||
| National Certificate | Field 12 - Physical Planning and Construction | Civil Engineering Construction | ||
| ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
| Undefined | 120 | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Regular-Unit Stds Based |
| REGISTRATION STATUS | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | |
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Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
SAQA 06120/18 | 2018-07-01 | 2023-06-30 | |
| 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 qualification replaces: |
| Qual ID | Qualification Title | Pre-2009 NQF Level | NQF Level | Min Credits | Replacement Status |
| 48940 | National Certificate: Construction: Plant Operations | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 133 | Complete |
| PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION |
| Purpose:
This Qualification is intended to assist all relevant stakeholders and role-players, including: For those who have been in the workplace for a long time, this Qualification can be used in the recognition of prior learning process to assess and recognise workplace skills acquired without the benefit of formal education and training. For the new entrant, this Qualification describes the learning outcomes required to participate effectively in a structured workplace. For education and training providers, this Qualification provides guidance for the development of appropriate learning programmes and assessment documentation. For employers, this Qualification enables skills gaps to be identified and addressed ensuring that productivity levels are increased and business objectives achieved. This Qualification has been developed to assist with the advancement of the learner across the Civil Engineering and Construction Industry and is aimed at Construction Plant Operations practitioners in the Industry, ensuring the upliftment of standards in general. The combination of learning outcomes will provide the qualifying learner with vocational knowledge and skills appropriate to the context of Construction Plant Operations in the Civil Engineering and Construction environment. It will also equip learners with a foundation for further intellectual development, opportunities for gainful employment and reward for contributions to society. This Qualification will provide the Industry with qualified Construction Plant Operations practitioners, thereby facilitating social and economic transformation, empowerment and upliftment in the Industry and country in general. Qualifying learners will be capable of: Rationale: The Civil Construction Industry is primarily engaged in the civil engineering work on infrastructure related projects covering such diverse fields as roads, bridgeworks, railways, harbours, sewerage and drainage, electrical infrastructure, pipelines and recreation works. There is a rising demand for qualified plant and machinery operators. Increasingly, contractors are demanding evidence of competence to nationally recognised standards. Rising customer expectations at all levels are driving up standards in plant and machinery operations and fuelling the demand for proven competence through qualifications. This Qualification has been developed to serve this established function for the Construction Plant occupational area within the Civil Engineering and Construction Industry. The rationale for the introduction of a NQF Level 2 unit standards-based Qualification in Construction Operations is to provide a Qualification for persons who perform construction plant activities on Civil Engineering and Construction sites, whether in micro, small, medium or large operations. In the past many practitioners in the Civil Engineering and Construction area were denied career advancement and possible professional registration. The introduction of a unit standards based National Certificate in Construction: Plant Operations will allow learners, both unemployed and employed, to reach their full potential of advancement and will allow for Recognition of Prior Learning and further learning. This Qualification will facilitate the development of a professional community of Construction Plant Operators. The competencies contained in this Qualification are essential for social and economic transformation, empowerment and upliftment within the construction plant operations environment, whilst simultaneously improving the skills base of the country. The combination of learning outcomes will provide qualifying learners with applied competence in the integration of general construction sitework and technical competencies in areas of specialisation in construction plant operations. |
| LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
| It is recommended that a learner entering a programme leading to this Qualification has successfully completed a General Education and Training Certificate including, Communication and Mathematical literacy at NQF Level 1.
Recognition of Prior Learning: The Qualification may be obtained in part or in whole through the process of Recognition of Prior Learning. Learners who successfully meet the requirements of any Unit Standard in this Qualification may apply to the relevant body for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) assessment. RPL candidates will be assessed against the assessment criteria and specific outcomes contained in the relevant Unit Standard/s. Access to the Qualification: |
| RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
| Y |
| QUALIFICATION RULES |
| In order to be awarded the Qualification, the learner has to prove competence in all of the Fundamental and Core Unit Standards, as well as at least 15 credits from Elective Unit Standards of the learner's choice.
The elective component of learning comprises specializations that are clustered into three types of plant viz. earthmoving, transport and ancillary plant. The learner must select at least one elective unit standard from two of these clusters for a minimum of 13 credits. The following elective unit standards comprise the earthmoving area of specialisation: The following elective unit standards comprise the transport area of specialisation: The following elective unit standards comprise the auxiliary area of specialisation: |
| EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
| 1. Apply health and safety legislations, regulations and procedures in plant operations.
2. Understand the nature and extent of earthworks in civil engineering construction. 3. Perform plant operation related functions. 4. Understand mechanical and leverage principles to operate earthmoving, transport and/or ancillary plant. > Range of earthmoving plant includes, but is not limited to: > Dragline, grader, scraper, skid steer loader, backhoe/loader, tracked dozer, continuous bucket trencher, excavator, face shovel, front end loader and wheeled dozer. > Range transport plant includes, but is not limited to: > Rigid body dump truck, tip truck, tractor, articulated dump truck, service truck and water cart. > Range of ancillary plant includes, but is not limited to: > Bitumen spray equipment, sideboom, hot mix asphalt paving machine, milling machine, paving screed and roller. |
| ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
| Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit-Level-Outcome 1:
1.1 The principles and provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the National Environment Management Act and the Environment Conservation Act are explained in the context of plant operations. 1.2 Contribution to the compilation of a Health and Safety Plan for the site of plant operations is carried out in accordance with legislative requirements. 1.3 Primary emergency life support is demonstrated according to a given plant operations scenario, assistance is summoned and a report compiled according to worksite procedures. 1.4 The use of fire fighting equipment is demonstrated to contain or extinguish a fire according to worksite procedures. 1.5 Policies and procedures for dealing with HIV/Aids are identified and explained in relation to the workplace. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit-Level-Outcome 2: 2.1 Earthworks materials and processes used in civil engineering construction are explained in relation to plant operations. > Range of processes include, but are not limited to: Excavation, dumping, spreading and compaction. 2.2 Civil construction activities are described in relation to their purpose, processes and sequences. 2.3 Civil construction plant and equipment are identified and explained in terms of their uses and standard industry practice. 2.4 Ways of dealing with hazards and handling hazardous materials are explained in accordance with relevant legislation and regulations. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit-Level-Outcome 3: 3.1 The scope, nature and composition of the construction industry is explained in terms of the roleplayers and their functions. 3.2 Specifications and drawings are interpreted and relevant information is extracted in terms of planning and establishing a work site. 3.3 Infrastructure and physical resource requirements are determined in terms of the specifications and drawings for the project. 3.4 Personal time management plan is implemented, monitored and reviewed as per project requirements and organizational procedures. 3.5 Environmental management initiatives are implemented during all phases of construction related to own areas of responsibility according to organizational procedures. 3.6 Plant operation productivity and quality are measured, monitored and improved in consultation with management according to organizational procedures. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit-Level-Outcome 4: 4.1 Functions of plant components, systems, instruments and controls are demonstrated according to manufacturer's specifications and instructions. 4.2 Operational fitness of all plant components are inspected and recorded according to manufacturer's operating manual and organizational procedures. 4.3 Work activities are planned and work area is prepared according to site operational requirements. 4.4 Plant is operated using principles of leverage in accordance with safe working procedures, manufacturer's specifications and earthmoving/transport activity. 4.5 Plant is loaded and secured for transportation or driven to and from work site according to safety requirements, manufacturer's instructions and transport configuration. Integrated Assessment: Integrated assessment at the level of the qualification provides an opportunity for learners to show that they are able to integrate concepts, principles and practice across unit standards to achieve competence that is grounded and coherent in relation to the purpose of the qualification. Integrated assessment should show how already demonstrated competence in individual areas can be linked and applied for the achievement of a holistic outcomes as described in the exit level outcomes. Integrated assessment must judge the quality of the observable performance, and also the quality of the thinking that lies behind it. Assessment tools must encourage learners to give an account of the thinking and decision-making that underpin their demonstrated performance. Some assessment practices will demand practical evidence while others may be more theoretical, depending on the type of outcomes to be assessed. The ratio between action and knowledge is not fixed, but varies according to the demands of the particular exit level outcome of the qualification. While the generic components of this qualification at NQF Level 2 can be assessed through occupational contexts and activities relating to Plant Operations, care must be taken in both the learning programme and the assessment to ensure that these foundational skills are portable. The primary aim of this qualification is to ensure that learners have a sound general foundation to prepare them for further learning towards a specialised role in their chosen career path. Learners must be able to transfer generic skills across a number of different contexts, and apply them within a number of learning areas. A broad range of task-orientated and theoretical assessment tools may be used, with the distinction between practical knowledge and disciplinary knowledge maintained so that each takes its rightful place. |
| INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
| One of the most common forms of training for plant operators worldwide is presented by manufacturers of civil engineering plant. This form of training occurs when new plant is purchased, the manufacturer usually assembles the equipment, sets-up and calibrates the equipment and provides limited training for the designated operator that entails a demonstration of the new plant.
For the purpose of this comparison this form of "sales related training" was considered limited to the plant and was therefore not considered. Qualifications that offered a holistic approach for entry level plant operators from the following countries were evaluated as the approach and purpose compared closely: No equivalent qualifications were found to be offered by African countries as illustrated by the following searches: Australia: Certificate II in Civil Construction (Plant Operations) BCC30603 is of 24 month duration. All fifteen (15) of the following core competency units and four (4) elective competency units must be achieved for this qualification: Group A; Elective; Unit; Title: Group B; Elective; Unit; Title: A comparison of the duration of formal study for these compared qualifications varies with the Australian certificate taking 2 years to achieve. This is because the licensing requirements are included for the achievement of the qualification, while this requirement is not part of the South African equivalent. The above elective units (Groups A and B) compare closely with the electives of the South African qualification. While the units for "pipe layer", "tool carrier" and "stabilizer" are included here these plant do not feature in the South African qualification. The remaining plant compare directly in terms of the level, outcomes, credit value and assessment. A comparison of the core unit standards suggest that the following South African unit standards cover similar learning areas to that of the Australian unit standards indicated above: United Kingdom: The National Vocational Qualification in Plant Operations, Level 2 (100/5587/3) provides for plant operations that cover a vast range of plant resources and activities which include: The following three mandatory units form the core component of this qualification: The following units represent the elective component of the qualification: Additional Units (not compulsory): The learning areas covered by all three core unit standards identified above are also catered for in the following South African core unit standards: The plant catered for here has not been named in the titles of the elective units but has been clustered in terms of their functions. This approach differs from the South African qualification that clusters the plant into three categories namely, transport, earthmoving and ancillary and refers to the plant under consideration in the unit standard titles. Despite this difference in approach the qualifying learners will be able to operate the same type of plant except for cranes. New Zealand: The National Certificate in Civil Plant Operation (Bulk Earthmoving), Level 3, 80 Credits has been designed for entry level plant operators. This qualification will be awarded to people who have met the requirements of the compulsory and elective sections. All the standards listed below are required: A minimum of 62 credits, including a minimum of 3 standards is required from Elective Set A or a combination of Elective Set B. Elective Set A: Elective Set B: The learning areas covered by four of the five core unit standards identified above are also catered for in the following South African core unit standards: The learning area covered by the remaining core unit on "inspecting plant" is catered for in all the elective unit standards in relation to each type of plant rather than a separate unit standard for this competency. The South African qualification offers a wider range of plant (23) in the elective component compared to this New Zealand qualification (10). The three "first aid" units of elective set B share common learning areas with the following core unit standards of the National Certificate in Plant Operations, Level 2: Conclusion: All the compared qualifications serve the same purpose of preparing qualifying learners to acquire entry level knowledge and skills to be able to operate selected plant in various contexts. The core unit standards of these qualifications reflect similarities pertaining to "safety", "first-aid", "earthworks and civil construction works" and "environmental issues". The scope of the core component of the South African qualification exceeds its counterparts as it prepares the learner for the workplace beyond the operation of plant to include other important competencies to ensure success. The approach to the clustering of the elective units for each type of plant differ, however, all the common plant used is catered for in these qualifications. The Australian qualification reflects the closest similarity as it provides for operating nineteen of the twenty three plant catered for in the South African equivalent. |
| ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
| The possibility exists for vertical articulation with this Qualification. The following qualifications serve as examples of vertical articulation:
Examples of horizontal articulation with this Qualification are: |
| MODERATION OPTIONS |
| CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS |
REREGISTRATION HISTORY |
| As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. |
| NOTES |
| This qualification replaces ID 48940, which is the National Certificate: Construction: Plant Operations, NQF Level 2.
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| UNIT STANDARDS: |
| ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS | |
| Core | 252259 | Plan, organise and manage own activities in the organisation | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 2 |
| Core | 14556 | Apply productivity principles on a construction site | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 6 |
| Core | 9986 | Apply quality principles on a construction site | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 12 |
| Core | 262687 | Apply regulatory requirements in plant operations | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
| Core | 262726 | Demonstrate a basic understanding of the mechanics of plant | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
| Core | 114219 | Demonstrate an understanding and implement environmental initiatives on a construction activity | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
| Core | 262685 | Demonstrate an understanding of earthworks | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
| Core | 262724 | Demonstrate knowledge of civil construction works | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
| Core | 9978 | Describe the construction industry composition its work procurement systems and communication techniques | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
| Core | 9966 | Establish and prepare a work area | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
| Core | 12484 | Perform basic fire fighting | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
| Core | 120496 | Provide risk-based primary emergency care/first aid in the workplace | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 5 |
| Core | 12463 | Understand and deal with HIV/AIDS | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
| Core | 14633 | Adhere to disciplinary code | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 1 |
| Core | 246667 | Demonstrate an understanding of Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Legislations | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 4 |
| Core | 123258 | Foster and maintain customer relations | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 10 |
| Fundamental | 119463 | Access and use information from texts | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 5 |
| Fundamental | 9009 | Apply basic knowledge of statistics and probability to influence the use of data and procedures in order to investigate life related problems | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
| Fundamental | 7480 | Demonstrate understanding of rational and irrational numbers and number systems | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
| Fundamental | 9008 | Identify, describe, compare, classify, explore shape and motion in 2-and 3-dimensional shapes in different contexts | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
| Fundamental | 119454 | Maintain and adapt oral/signed communication | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 5 |
| Fundamental | 119460 | Use language and communication in occupational learning programmes | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 5 |
| Fundamental | 7469 | Use mathematics to investigate and monitor the financial aspects of personal and community life | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 2 |
| Fundamental | 9007 | Work with a range of patterns and functions and solve problems | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 5 |
| Fundamental | 119456 | Write/present for a defined context | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 5 |
| Elective | 252250 | Apply fire fighting techniques | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 3 |
| Elective | 252244 | Describe the impact of customer service on a business | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 6 |
| Elective | 243275 | Erect and dismantle prefabricated aluminium alloy scaffolding | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 4 |
| Elective | 229998 | Explain and perform fall arrest techniques when working at height | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 2 |
| Elective | 10007 | Identify, analyse and select business opportunities | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 3 |
| Elective | 243189 | Manage personal finances | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 8 |
| Elective | 15091 | Plan to manage one`s time | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 3 |
| Elective | 244605 | Demonstrate ability to participate effectively in a team or group | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 2 |
| Elective | 257077 | Illuminate an area using a lighting plant | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 2 |
| Elective | 229995 | Install, use and perform basic rescues from fall arrest systems and implement the fall protection plan | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
| Elective | 244365 | Lift and move material and equipment by means of a forklift | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
| Elective | 262727 | Operate a backhoe/loader | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 15 |
| Elective | 262732 | Operate a continuous bucket trencher | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 15 |
| Elective | 262730 | Operate a dragline | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 20 |
| Elective | 262746 | Operate a face shovel | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 15 |
| Elective | 262747 | Operate a front end loader | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 12 |
| Elective | 262735 | Operate a grader | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 15 |
| Elective | 262787 | Operate a hot mix asphalt paving machine | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
| Elective | 262788 | Operate a milling machine | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
| Elective | 243272 | Operate a Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 10 |
| Elective | 262789 | Operate a paving screed | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 6 |
| Elective | 262731 | Operate a rigid body dump truck | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 10 |
| Elective | 262805 | Operate a roller | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 5 |
| Elective | 262710 | Operate a scraper | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 12 |
| Elective | 262790 | Operate a service truck | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
| Elective | 262824 | Operate a Sideboom | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
| Elective | 262712 | Operate a skid steer loader | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
| Elective | 262734 | Operate a tip truck | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
| Elective | 262729 | Operate a tracked dozer | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 15 |
| Elective | 262804 | Operate a tractor | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
| Elective | 262764 | Operate a water cart | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
| Elective | 262713 | Operate a wheeled dozer | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 12 |
| Elective | 262745 | Operate an articulated dump truck | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 10 |
| Elective | 262744 | Operate an excavator | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 15 |
| Elective | 262785 | Operate bitumen spray equipment | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 5 |
| Elective | 9322 | Work in a team | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
| Elective | 257041 | Bar down loose rocks using appropriate equipment | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 4 |
| Elective | 115863 | Demonstrate an understanding of the preparation of the item for hire | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 7 |
| Elective | 262728 | Grade to final levels using a motor grader | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 16 |
| Elective | 115880 | Interact with customer to provide a complete hire service | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 4 |
| Elective | 115858 | Receive and store new stock for hire | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 3 |
| Elective | 115861 | Receive and store returned hired stock | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 4 |
| LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: |
| When qualifications are replaced, some (but not all) of their learning programmes are moved to the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replaced qualification. |
| NONE |
| PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: |
| 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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| 2. | Bhekwell Group |
| 3. | Bright Storm Projects |
| 4. | Certified Training Solutions (Pty) Ltd |
| 5. | Dynalift CC |
| 6. | Eastcape Training Centre |
| 7. | Elite Operator and Skills Training |
| 8. | imithetho labour law |
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| 10. | Masana Social Consultants cc |
| 11. | Mavco Engineering |
| 12. | MOLOKO SMALL ENTERPRISE |
| 13. | Nirvana Training Academy (PTY) LTD |
| 14. | Othandweni Training Centre |
| 15. | Powerpro Technologies and Training Facility (PTY) LTD |
| 16. | Primeserv Corporate Solutions (Pty) Ltd |
| 17. | Pro Skills Development (Pty) Ltd |
| 18. | PROEARTH Pty Ltd |
| 19. | Raubex Construction Pty (Ltd) |
| 20. | Starcrow 36 Bk |
| 21. | Tjeka Training Matters Pty Ltd |
| 22. | TOP PERFORMERS FOR AFRICA CC |
| 23. | Training Force (Pty) Ltd |
| 24. | Transvaal Training |
| 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. |