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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Assist with the selecting, preparing and providing of food

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
113821	Assist with the selecting, preparing and providing of food
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	8
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 assist with the selection, preparation and provision of food for animals. The value of the unit standard to the learner is a wide range of career options in the fields of bird parks, aquaria, zoos, other wild 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 resource management and the public whilst maintaining the aims of species protection.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

No learning assumed to be in place.

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

Maintain stock and assist with the selection of appropriate food.

OUTCOME NOTES

Assess and report on food stock Quality of food Ripeness of fruit Appropriate diets of animals

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 Stocks are maintained Appropriate food is selected Food is prepared appropriately Safety and hygiene principles in food preparation are demonstrated Correct animal feeding procedures are demonstrated Waste products are disposed of as prescribed Personal safety during feeding is demonstrated Foundational Competence Reasons for food selection preparation and dispensing are explained Personal and animal safety principles are explained Reasons for hygienic practices are given Ethical practices in animal feeding are discussed Reflexive Competence Reflect on own activities and integrate lessons to improve future performances

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Prepare food appropriately.

OUTCOME NOTES

Defrosting procedures, mincing and chopping Correct equipment Correct weighing and portioning of food Food supplements (e.g. vitamins, antibiotics etc.)

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 Stocks are maintained Appropriate food is selected Food is prepared appropriately Safety and hygiene principles in food preparation are demonstrated Correct animal feeding procedures are demonstrated Waste products are disposed of as prescribed Personal safety during feeding is demonstrated Foundational Competence Reasons for food selection preparation and dispensing are explained Personal and animal safety principles are explained Reasons for hygienic practices are given Ethical practices in animal feeding are discussed Reflexive Competence Reflect on own activities and integrate lessons to improve future performances

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Adhere to safety and hygiene principles in food preparation.

OUTCOME NOTES

Equipment Sterilising procedures Cleaning Appropriate food storage

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 Stocks are maintained Appropriate food is selected Food is prepared appropriately Safety and hygiene principles in food preparation are demonstrated Correct animal feeding procedures are demonstrated Waste products are disposed of as prescribed Personal safety during feeding is demonstrated Foundational Competence Reasons for food selection preparation and dispensing are explained Personal and animal safety principles are explained Reasons for hygienic practices are given Ethical practices in animal feeding are discussed Reflexive Competence Reflect on own activities and integrate lessons to improve future performances

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Feed animals appropriately.

OUTCOME NOTES

Portion food as prescribed by supervisor Placement of food in the enclosure Handle uneaten food appropriately Timing of feeds Encourage foraging Ethical feeding methods are adhered to

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 Stocks are maintained Appropriate food is selected Food is prepared appropriately Safety and hygiene principles in food preparation are demonstrated Correct animal feeding procedures are demonstrated Waste products are disposed of as prescribed Personal safety during feeding is demonstrated Foundational Competence Reasons for food selection preparation and dispensing are explained Personal and animal safety principles are explained Reasons for hygienic practices are given Ethical practices in animal feeding are discussed Reflexive Competence Reflect on own activities and integrate lessons to improve future performances

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Dispose of food waste as prescribed.

OUTCOME NOTES

Biological waste procedures Composting Recycling Applicable legal aspects Pest infestations

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 Stocks are maintained Appropriate food is selected Food is prepared appropriately Safety and hygiene principles in food preparation are demonstrated Correct animal feeding procedures are demonstrated Waste products are disposed of as prescribed Personal safety during feeding is demonstrated Foundational Competence Reasons for food selection preparation and dispensing are explained Personal and animal safety principles are explained Reasons for hygienic practices are given Ethical practices in animal feeding are discussed Reflexive Competence Reflect on own activities and integrate lessons to improve future performances

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6

Observe personal safety during feeding.

OUTCOME NOTES

Observe animal behaviour Enclosure operation Appropriate safety equipment Human interference during feeding times Provoking animals

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 Stocks are maintained Appropriate food is selected Food is prepared appropriately Safety and hygiene principles in food preparation are demonstrated Correct animal feeding procedures are demonstrated Waste products are disposed of as prescribed Personal safety during feeding is demonstrated Foundational Competence Reasons for food selection preparation and dispensing are explained Personal and animal safety principles are explained Reasons for hygienic practices are given Ethical practices in animal feeding are discussed 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: Animal actions Dietary requirements Sterilising procedure Kitchen and personal hygiene principles Numeracy including measurements and use of measuring instruments Self organisation Food preparation equipment and usage Stock register maintenance Appropriate food storage Appropriate pest control methods Animal food identification Rights and responsibilities applicable to the area of learner responsibility Applicable legal aspects in connection with disposal of food waste

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 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Maintain stock and assist with the selection of appropriate food Prepare food appropriately Adhere to safety and hygiene principles in food preparation Feed animals appropriately Dispose of food waste as prescribed Observe personal safety during feeding

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Team work relates to specific outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Maintain stock and assist with the selection of appropriate food Prepare food appropriately Adhere to safety and hygiene principles in food preparation Feed animals appropriately Dispose of food waste as prescribed Observe personal safety during feeding

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Self-organisation and management relates to specific outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Maintain stock and assist with the selection of appropriate food Prepare food appropriately Adhere to safety and hygiene principles in food preparation Feed animals appropriately Dispose of food waste as prescribed Observe personal safety during feeding

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Information evaluation relates to specific outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Maintain stock and assist with the selection of appropriate food Prepare food appropriately Adhere to safety and hygiene principles in food preparation Feed animals appropriately Dispose of food waste as prescribed Observe personal safety during feeding

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Communication relates to specific outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Maintain stock and assist with the selection of appropriate food Prepare food appropriately Adhere to safety and hygiene principles in food preparation Feed animals appropriately Dispose of food waste as prescribed Observe personal safety during feeding

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

Use of science and technology relates to specific outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Maintain stock and assist with the selection of appropriate food Prepare food appropriately Adhere to safety and hygiene principles in food preparation Feed animals appropriately Dispose of food waste as prescribed Observe personal safety during feeding

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Inter-relatedness of systems relates to specific outcomes 1, 3, 5, 6 Maintain stock and assist with the selection of appropriate food Adhere to safety and hygiene principles in food preparation Dispose of food waste as prescribed Observe personal safety during feeding

UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING

Professional development relates to specific outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Maintain stock and assist with the selection of appropriate food Prepare food appropriately Adhere to safety and hygiene principles in food preparation Feed animals appropriately Dispose of food waste as prescribed Observe personal safety during feeding

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 It is recommended that this unit standard be done in conjunction with CAZ07.

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:

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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