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

Demonstrate knowledge of water and wastewater reticulation systems 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
113936  Demonstrate knowledge of water and wastewater reticulation systems 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Water Sector 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 12 - Physical Planning and Construction Civil Engineering Construction 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 1  NQF Level 01  5 
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
2026-06-30   2029-06-30  

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 in combination with context expertise standard(s) will be able to explain the concepts and elements of water and wastewater reticulation systems. This competence will enable the learner to assist with the installation of such systems, read meters and explain water loss. This will contribute to the creation of community awareness regarding the importance of water use control and water as a scarce commodity. Achieving this Unit Standard will provide foundational learning that will advance his / her own expertise and employability in the water and other related sectors. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Ability to read, write and communicate at ABET level 3 or equivalent, numerate, an ability to add and subtract numbers. 

UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
Pipe types
  • Plastic, steel, cast iron, copper, asbestos - cement, concrete and earthenware

    Associated fittings
  • Valves, bends, junctions, couplings, meters and manholes

    Different types of on-site and bulk storage
  • Rain water tank, elevated tanks and bulk reservoirs

    Potential causes of water loss
  • Meter disfunction, illegal connections, by-passes, vandalism, leaking pipes, leaking valves

    Indicators of water loss
  • Wet spots, visible leaks, dampness 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Explain water and wastewater reticulation systems. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The concepts and purposes of water and wastewater reticulation are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. The difference between water and wastewater reticulation is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. The difference between wastewater reticulation and storm water systems is explained. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Explain the elements of water and wastewater reticulation systems. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The elements of water and wastewater reticulation systems are identified. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Various pipe types and associated fittings are identified and their application is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. The purpose of a pump is described. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Demonstrate knowledge of the functioning of a water and wastewater reticulation system. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The concept of flow is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. The different types of on-site and bulk storage in water reticulation are identified and explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. The effect of restrictions and blockages in wastewater systems are explained. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Read water meters on reticulation systems. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The units of measurement are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. The purpose of metering is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Meters are read accurately in accordance with work procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Meter readings are recorded accurately and handed over to the relevant person. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Problems are identified and appropriate action is taken in accordance with work procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Explain the concept of water loss on a reticulation system. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Potential causes of water loss are identified and discussed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Indicators of different types of water loss are identified. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Ways to prevent water loss are described. 


    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Learners should have a knowledge and understanding of:
  • Water and wastewater reticulation.
  • Pipes, associated fittings and pumps.
  • Legislated minimum standards of water supply and sanitation.
  • Meter reading and recording.
  • Potential causes of blockages in a wastewater system.
  • Potential causes of water loss and ways to detect water loss. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made.
    Assessment criteria:
  • Problems are identified and appropriate action is taken in accordance with work procedures. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation, and community.
    Assessment criteria:
  • Meters are read accurately in accordance with work procedures.
  • Meter readings are recorded accurately and handed over to the relevant person.
  • Problems are identified and appropriate action is taken in accordance with work procedures. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Plan, organise and manage oneself and one`s activities responsibly and effectively.
    Assessment criteria:
  • Meters are read accurately in accordance with work procedures. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
    Assessment criteria:
  • Problems are identified and appropriate action is taken in accordance with work procedures.
  • Indicators of different types of water loss are identified. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the form of oral and/or written presentation.
  • All assessment criteria 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.
    Assessment criteria:
  • Meters are read accurately in accordance with work procedures.
  • Meter readings are recorded accurately and handed over to the relevant person. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation.
    Assessment criteria:
  • The effect of restrictions and blockages in wastewater systems are explained.
  • Problems are identified and appropriate action is taken in accordance with work procedures.
  • Indicators of different types of water loss are identified.
  • Ways to prevent water loss are described. 
    		•

    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 
    N/A 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  48495   General Education and Training Certificate: Water Services  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  EWSETA 


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