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

Perform build up and breakdown functions 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
115848  Perform build up and breakdown functions 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Hiring Services 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 11 - Services Cleaning, Domestic, Hiring, Property and Rescue Services 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 3  NQF Level 03  7 
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 
The person credited with this unit standard is able to read and interpret the layout plan for a function and identify and collect what tools and equipment will be required. Learners are also able to safely build up the function as per the plan and check the quality of the finished product before handing it over to designated supervisor. They are also able to, after the function, break down and clear all tools and equipment used for the function in a safe manner within the required timeframe.

The qualifying learner is capable of:
  • Interpreting a layout plan for a function.
  • Identifying and collecting tools and equipment required for build up.
  • Setting up the function and checking quality of build up.
  • Handing over to designated supervisor.
  • Breaking down and clearing tools and equipment after the function. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Learners accessing this qualification will have demonstrated competence in numeracy and literacy at NQF level 2 or equivalent. 

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
  • Equipment includes but is not limited to: tents, tables, chairs, lights, table cloths, crockery, etc.
  • Tools include but are not limited to: staplers, ladders, spanners, nails, hammers, etc. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Interpret a layout plan for a function. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Layout plan is obtained for planned function from responsible individual. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Layout plan is read and understanding is checked through questioning with the responsible individual to ensure all elements of the plan are clearly understood. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    List of requirements is developed for own planning and is in line with requirements stated on the plan. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Identify and collect tools and equipment required for build up. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Layout plan is read and tools for build up are identified and listed as per standard building up criteria. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Layout plan is read and equipment required is identified and listed as per plan instruction and requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Tools and equipment are ordered/booked as per requirements of the plan developed and within required timeframe. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Tools and equipment are obtained/collected and moved to the venue in a safe and secure manner within the required timeframe. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Set up the function and check quality of the build up. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Equipment is assembled using correct tools and conducted in a safe manner in line with set company assembly regulations. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Equipment is physically checked for safety and are secure and measured against company safety standards. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Finishing touches are physically checked for quality in line with set company standards and criteria. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Hand over to designated supervisor. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Final inspection of build up is conducted following a checklist to ensure build up meets requirements of original layout plan. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Designated supervisor is taken through the build up to confirm safety standards and compliance to the layout. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Deviances are identified and corrected within the required timeframe and in line with company standards. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Venue/function is handed over to designated supervisor following company hand over procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Break down and clear tools and equipment after the function. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Equipment is broken down using correct tools and conducted in a safe manner in line with set company break down regulations. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Tools and equipment are cleaned according to company standards. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Tool and equipment inventory is conducted and numbers collected match numbers delivered, short falls are recorded in required format and reported to responsible individual. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Tools and equipment are packed securely and returned to supplier/store in a safe manner within the required timeframe. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Venue/function area is checked to ensure all tools and equipment have been collected and the venue/function area is clean as per company standards. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An individual wishing to be assessed (including through RPL) against this unit standard may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution accredited by the relevant ETQA.
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard or assessing this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA at its discretion. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • An ability to conceptualise from a plan.
  • Tools and their uses.
  • Health and safety standards and procedures. 
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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 related to the building up of a venue where the plan my need to be altered. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others when building up and breaking down a venue. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities when building up and breaking down to meet required timeframes. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, evaluate, organise and critically evaluate information when interpreting a layout plan. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively when gathering the correct tools and equipment required for the build up process. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology to develop own inventory plan. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    In order to contribute to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of society at large, it must be the intention underlying any programme of learning to make an individual aware of the importance of: participating as responsible citizens in the life of local, national and global communities. 

    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
    Elective  48887   National Certificate: Hiring Services and Support  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  SERVICES 
    Elective  67461   Further Education and Training Certificate: Event Support  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 


    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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