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REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Recognise and care for plants in area of responsibility

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
113814	Recognise and care for plants in area of responsibility
ORIGINATOR
SGB Nature Conservation
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
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FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 01 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation			Nature Conservation
ABET BAND	UNIT STANDARD TYPE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
Undefined	Regular	Level 2	NQF Level 02	6
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

A qualifying learner assessed as competent against this unit standard will be able to recognise and care for plants in the learner`s area of responsibility. The value of the unit standard to the learner is a wide range of career options in the fields of bird parks, aquaria, zoos, botanical gardens, nurseries, other animal holding facilities, breeding centres and rehabilitation centres. This competence will contribute towards best practices of public exhibition of natural resources. This competence will aid the interaction between captive facilities and the public whilst maintaining the aims of species protection.

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

Guides to the scope and complexity of the specific outcomes and essential embedded knowledge are provided in bullet points beneath each. These are prefaced by "for example" since they are neither comprehensive nor necessarily appropriate to all contexts. Alternatives must however be comparable in scope and complexity. These are intended only as a general guide to the scope and complexity of what is required.

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Recognise appropriate plants and their ecological requirements.

OUTCOME NOTES

Names of common plants found in area of responsibility Creepers, ground covers Shade trees.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

When conducting assessments, assessors must ensure that they are familiar with the full text of the Unit Standards being assessed. They must ensure that the assessment covers the specific outcomes, Critical Cross-Field Outcomes and essential embedded knowledge. As each situation is different, it will be necessary to develop assessment activities and tools, which are appropriate to the contexts in which learners are working. These activities and tools may include self-assessment, peer assessment, formative and summative assessment. The specific outcomes and essential embedded knowledge must be assessed in relation to each other. If a learner is able to explain the essential embedded knowledge but is unable to perform the specific outcomes, they should not be assessed as competent. Similarly, if a learner is able to perform the specific outcomes but is unable to explain or justify their performance in terms of the essential embedded knowledge, they should not be assessed as competent. Method of assessment Assessment should include practical demonstration of competence, either in the workplace or through relevant simulation. A range of assessment methods should be used, including: Direct observation - watch the learner carry out the task or produce a desired outcome during the course of his or her normal work under normal workplace conditions Product sample - examine the outcomes previously produced by the learner Simulation of a specific task - set a specific task for the learner to demonstrate in a simulated environment Questioning (verbal or written) - ask relevant questions linked to the unit standard Testimony - collect a portfolio of evidence from suitable people (e.g.: reports from a third party) Integrated assessment It may be more effective and efficient to assess a number of unit standards together, thus reducing the overall number of assessment `events`. Consider a complete activity in the workplace (the `whole-of-work` approach) and see which unit standards relate to this activity. Work out how learners could collect evidence on a number of unit standards at the same time covering all the critical aspects of the standards. Ensure that commonalities that exist between a number of unit standards are captured in a way that makes sense for assessment. In particular, assessors should check for the following: Practical Competence Name plants within area of responsibility Appropriate plants for exhibits are selected Suitable substrates are prepared Plants are correctly acclimatised Plants are cultivated using suitable techniques Successful long-term maintenance of plants within exhibits is demonstrated Pests are controlled appropriately Foundational Competence Reasons for selecting specific plants are provided Reasons for propagation and maintenance of plants are provided Reasons for selecting appropriate pesticide control method are provided Reflexive Competence Reflect on own activities and integrate lessons to improve future performances.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Names of common plants found in area of responsibility Creepers, ground covers Shade trees.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Select appropriate plants for exhibit enhancement.

OUTCOME NOTES

Toxic plants Edible plants Ornamental plants Aesthetic values.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

When conducting assessments, assessors must ensure that they are familiar with the full text of the Unit Standards being assessed. They must ensure that the assessment covers the specific outcomes, Critical Cross-Field Outcomes and essential embedded knowledge. As each situation is different, it will be necessary to develop assessment activities and tools, which are appropriate to the contexts in which learners are working. These activities and tools may include self-assessment, peer assessment, formative and summative assessment. The specific outcomes and essential embedded knowledge must be assessed in relation to each other. If a learner is able to explain the essential embedded knowledge but is unable to perform the specific outcomes, they should not be assessed as competent. Similarly, if a learner is able to perform the specific outcomes but is unable to explain or justify their performance in terms of the essential embedded knowledge, they should not be assessed as competent. Method of assessment Assessment should include practical demonstration of competence, either in the workplace or through relevant simulation. A range of assessment methods should be used, including: Direct observation - watch the learner carry out the task or produce a desired outcome during the course of his or her normal work under normal workplace conditions Product sample - examine the outcomes previously produced by the learner Simulation of a specific task - set a specific task for the learner to demonstrate in a simulated environment Questioning (verbal or written) - ask relevant questions linked to the unit standard Testimony - collect a portfolio of evidence from suitable people (e.g.: reports from a third party) Integrated assessment It may be more effective and efficient to assess a number of unit standards together, thus reducing the overall number of assessment `events`. Consider a complete activity in the workplace (the `whole-of-work` approach) and see which unit standards relate to this activity. Work out how learners could collect evidence on a number of unit standards at the same time covering all the critical aspects of the standards. Ensure that commonalities that exist between a number of unit standards are captured in a way that makes sense for assessment. In particular, assessors should check for the following: Practical Competence Name plants within area of responsibility Appropriate plants for exhibits are selected Suitable substrates are prepared Plants are correctly acclimatised Plants are cultivated using suitable techniques Successful long-term maintenance of plants within exhibits is demonstrated Pests are controlled appropriately Foundational Competence Reasons for selecting specific plants are provided Reasons for propagation and maintenance of plants are provided Reasons for selecting appropriate pesticide control method are provided Reflexive Competence Reflect on own activities and integrate lessons to improve future performances.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Acclimatise plants and prepare suitable substrate.

OUTCOME NOTES

Hardening off Aspect, climate, orientation etc. Composting Preparing holes Mud, sand, gravel.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

When conducting assessments, assessors must ensure that they are familiar with the full text of the Unit Standards being assessed. They must ensure that the assessment covers the specific outcomes, Critical Cross-Field Outcomes and essential embedded knowledge. As each situation is different, it will be necessary to develop assessment activities and tools, which are appropriate to the contexts in which learners are working. These activities and tools may include self-assessment, peer assessment, formative and summative assessment. The specific outcomes and essential embedded knowledge must be assessed in relation to each other. If a learner is able to explain the essential embedded knowledge but is unable to perform the specific outcomes, they should not be assessed as competent. Similarly, if a learner is able to perform the specific outcomes but is unable to explain or justify their performance in terms of the essential embedded knowledge, they should not be assessed as competent. Method of assessment Assessment should include practical demonstration of competence, either in the workplace or through relevant simulation. A range of assessment methods should be used, including: Direct observation - watch the learner carry out the task or produce a desired outcome during the course of his or her normal work under normal workplace conditions Product sample - examine the outcomes previously produced by the learner Simulation of a specific task - set a specific task for the learner to demonstrate in a simulated environment Questioning (verbal or written) - ask relevant questions linked to the unit standard Testimony - collect a portfolio of evidence from suitable people (e.g.: reports from a third party) Integrated assessment It may be more effective and efficient to assess a number of unit standards together, thus reducing the overall number of assessment `events`. Consider a complete activity in the workplace (the `whole-of-work` approach) and see which unit standards relate to this activity. Work out how learners could collect evidence on a number of unit standards at the same time covering all the critical aspects of the standards. Ensure that commonalities that exist between a number of unit standards are captured in a way that makes sense for assessment. In particular, assessors should check for the following: Practical Competence Name plants within area of responsibility Appropriate plants for exhibits are selected Suitable substrates are prepared Plants are correctly acclimatised Plants are cultivated using suitable techniques Successful long-term maintenance of plants within exhibits is demonstrated Pests are controlled appropriately Foundational Competence Reasons for selecting specific plants are provided Reasons for propagation and maintenance of plants are provided Reasons for selecting appropriate pesticide control method are provided Reflexive Competence Reflect on own activities and integrate lessons to improve future performances.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Cultivate plants.

OUTCOME NOTES

Strike cuttings Planting methods Watering Feeding.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

When conducting assessments, assessors must ensure that they are familiar with the full text of the Unit Standards being assessed. They must ensure that the assessment covers the specific outcomes, Critical Cross-Field Outcomes and essential embedded knowledge. As each situation is different, it will be necessary to develop assessment activities and tools, which are appropriate to the contexts in which learners are working. These activities and tools may include self-assessment, peer assessment, formative and summative assessment. The specific outcomes and essential embedded knowledge must be assessed in relation to each other. If a learner is able to explain the essential embedded knowledge but is unable to perform the specific outcomes, they should not be assessed as competent. Similarly, if a learner is able to perform the specific outcomes but is unable to explain or justify their performance in terms of the essential embedded knowledge, they should not be assessed as competent. Method of assessment Assessment should include practical demonstration of competence, either in the workplace or through relevant simulation. A range of assessment methods should be used, including: Direct observation - watch the learner carry out the task or produce a desired outcome during the course of his or her normal work under normal workplace conditions Product sample - examine the outcomes previously produced by the learner Simulation of a specific task - set a specific task for the learner to demonstrate in a simulated environment Questioning (verbal or written) - ask relevant questions linked to the unit standard Testimony - collect a portfolio of evidence from suitable people (e.g.: reports from a third party) Integrated assessment It may be more effective and efficient to assess a number of unit standards together, thus reducing the overall number of assessment `events`. Consider a complete activity in the workplace (the `whole-of-work` approach) and see which unit standards relate to this activity. Work out how learners could collect evidence on a number of unit standards at the same time covering all the critical aspects of the standards. Ensure that commonalities that exist between a number of unit standards are captured in a way that makes sense for assessment. In particular, assessors should check for the following: Practical Competence Name plants within area of responsibility Appropriate plants for exhibits are selected Suitable substrates are prepared Plants are correctly acclimatised Plants are cultivated using suitable techniques Successful long-term maintenance of plants within exhibits is demonstrated Pests are controlled appropriately Foundational Competence Reasons for selecting specific plants are provided Reasons for propagation and maintenance of plants are provided Reasons for selecting appropriate pesticide control method are provided Reflexive Competence Reflect on own activities and integrate lessons to improve future performances.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Protect plants.

OUTCOME NOTES

Shading Frost cover Alien plants.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

When conducting assessments, assessors must ensure that they are familiar with the full text of the Unit Standards being assessed. They must ensure that the assessment covers the specific outcomes, Critical Cross-Field Outcomes and essential embedded knowledge. As each situation is different, it will be necessary to develop assessment activities and tools, which are appropriate to the contexts in which learners are working. These activities and tools may include self-assessment, peer assessment, formative and summative assessment. The specific outcomes and essential embedded knowledge must be assessed in relation to each other. If a learner is able to explain the essential embedded knowledge but is unable to perform the specific outcomes, they should not be assessed as competent. Similarly, if a learner is able to perform the specific outcomes but is unable to explain or justify their performance in terms of the essential embedded knowledge, they should not be assessed as competent. Method of assessment Assessment should include practical demonstration of competence, either in the workplace or through relevant simulation. A range of assessment methods should be used, including: Direct observation - watch the learner carry out the task or produce a desired outcome during the course of his or her normal work under normal workplace conditions Product sample - examine the outcomes previously produced by the learner Simulation of a specific task - set a specific task for the learner to demonstrate in a simulated environment Questioning (verbal or written) - ask relevant questions linked to the unit standard Testimony - collect a portfolio of evidence from suitable people (e.g.: reports from a third party) Integrated assessment It may be more effective and efficient to assess a number of unit standards together, thus reducing the overall number of assessment `events`. Consider a complete activity in the workplace (the `whole-of-work` approach) and see which unit standards relate to this activity. Work out how learners could collect evidence on a number of unit standards at the same time covering all the critical aspects of the standards. Ensure that commonalities that exist between a number of unit standards are captured in a way that makes sense for assessment. In particular, assessors should check for the following: Practical Competence Name plants within area of responsibility Appropriate plants for exhibits are selected Suitable substrates are prepared Plants are correctly acclimatised Plants are cultivated using suitable techniques Successful long-term maintenance of plants within exhibits is demonstrated Pests are controlled appropriately Foundational Competence Reasons for selecting specific plants are provided Reasons for propagation and maintenance of plants are provided Reasons for selecting appropriate pesticide control method are provided Reflexive Competence Reflect on own activities and integrate lessons to improve future performances.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6

Control pests appropriately.

OUTCOME NOTES

Spraying and using pesticides Appropriate safety precautions Protective clothing

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

When conducting assessments, assessors must ensure that they are familiar with the full text of the Unit Standards being assessed. They must ensure that the assessment covers the specific outcomes, Critical Cross-Field Outcomes and essential embedded knowledge. As each situation is different, it will be necessary to develop assessment activities and tools, which are appropriate to the contexts in which learners are working. These activities and tools may include self-assessment, peer assessment, formative and summative assessment. The specific outcomes and essential embedded knowledge must be assessed in relation to each other. If a learner is able to explain the essential embedded knowledge but is unable to perform the specific outcomes, they should not be assessed as competent. Similarly, if a learner is able to perform the specific outcomes but is unable to explain or justify their performance in terms of the essential embedded knowledge, they should not be assessed as competent. Method of assessment Assessment should include practical demonstration of competence, either in the workplace or through relevant simulation. A range of assessment methods should be used, including: Direct observation - watch the learner carry out the task or produce a desired outcome during the course of his or her normal work under normal workplace conditions Product sample - examine the outcomes previously produced by the learner Simulation of a specific task - set a specific task for the learner to demonstrate in a simulated environment Questioning (verbal or written) - ask relevant questions linked to the unit standard Testimony - collect a portfolio of evidence from suitable people (e.g.: reports from a third party) Integrated assessment It may be more effective and efficient to assess a number of unit standards together, thus reducing the overall number of assessment `events`. Consider a complete activity in the workplace (the `whole-of-work` approach) and see which unit standards relate to this activity. Work out how learners could collect evidence on a number of unit standards at the same time covering all the critical aspects of the standards. Ensure that commonalities that exist between a number of unit standards are captured in a way that makes sense for assessment. In particular, assessors should check for the following: Practical Competence Name plants within area of responsibility Appropriate plants for exhibits are selected Suitable substrates are prepared Plants are correctly acclimatised Plants are cultivated using suitable techniques Successful long-term maintenance of plants within exhibits is demonstrated Pests are controlled appropriately Foundational Competence Reasons for selecting specific plants are provided Reasons for propagation and maintenance of plants are provided Reasons for selecting appropriate pesticide control method are provided Reflexive Competence Reflect on own activities and integrate lessons to improve future performances.

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

The qualifying learner is able to demonstrate a basic knowledge and understanding of: Plant recognition using common names Plant selection appropriate to exhibition Plant biology (growth, reproduction, nutrition) Cultivation methods Occupational Health and Safety Equipment and chemicals.

UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME

N/A

UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES

N/A

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Problem solving relates to specific outcomes: Recognise appropriate plants and their ecological requirements Select appropriate plants for exhibit enhancement Cultivate plants Protect plants Control pests appropriately.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Team work relates to specific outcomes: Acclimatise plants and prepare suitable substrate Cultivate plants Protect plants.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Self-organisation and management relates to specific outcomes: Select appropriate plants for exhibit enhancement Acclimatise plants and prepare suitable substrate Cultivate plants Protect plants Control pests appropriately.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Information evaluation relates to specific outcomes: Recognise appropriate plants and their ecological requirements Select appropriate plants for exhibit enhancement Acclimatise plants and prepare suitable substrate Cultivate plants Protect plants Control pests appropriately.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Communication relates to specific outcomes: Recognise appropriate plants and their ecological requirements Select appropriate plants for exhibit enhancement Control pests appropriately.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

Use of science and technology relates to specific outcomes: Recognise appropriate plants and their ecological requirements Select appropriate plants for exhibit enhancement Acclimatise plants and prepare suitable substrate Cultivate plants Protect plants Control pests appropriately.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Inter-relatedness of systems relates to specific outcomes: Recognise appropriate plants and their ecological requirements Select appropriate plants for exhibit enhancement Acclimatise plants and prepare suitable substrate Cultivate plants Protect plants Control pests appropriately.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING

Professional development relates to specific outcomes: Recognise appropriate plants and their ecological requirements Select appropriate plants for exhibit enhancement Acclimatise plants and prepare suitable substrate Cultivate plants Protect plants Control pests appropriately.

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

Values Demonstration of the knowledge and skills outlined in this unit standard must be consistent with the principles of: The value of the facility within the field of resource management and to society The role captive facilities play in terms of general environmental education Protection and preservation of natural resources Ecological and social rights, benefits and responsibilities Empathy towards living natural resources. Supplementary Information Learner should be encouraged to use scientific terminology.

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Core	48433	National Certificate: Conservation: Species Care in Controlled Environments	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CATHSSETA

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD:

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