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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Plan and prepare for the erection of structural steelwork

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
116615	Plan and prepare for the erection of structural steelwork
ORIGINATOR
SGB Civil Engineering Construction
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
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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 4	NQF Level 04	16
REGISTRATION STATUS		REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE	SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		2007-05-15	2009-05-13	SAQA 0160/05
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2010-05-13		2013-05-13

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 is replaced by:

US ID	Unit Standard Title	Pre-2009 NQF Level	NQF Level	Credits	Replacement Status
262590	Plan and prepare for the erection of structural steelwork	Level 3	NQF Level 03	10

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD

The qualifying learner is capable of: Planning and preparing for the erection of structural steelwork ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with safety legislation requirements and completed to industry accepted standards The contribution to The National Skills Development Strategy is the key developmental interface between learners and new competencies to be achieved. Learners who master the applied competence described in this unit standard will contribute to the development of a professional community of Structural Steel Erectors who are able to competently use science and technology when planning and preparing the site and components for the erection of structural steelwork. In addition, the learner's ability to interpret and carry out instructions in a competent manner will lead to enhanced quality of workmanship and reduce the costs associated with work having to be redone and the resultant over-run on costs and deadlines. An enhanced understanding of safety legislation and safety common sense will lead to a notable reduction in the high and often fatal risks associated with work conducted at heights well above ground level.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

The following knowledge, skills attitude and / or equivalent: Language and Communication in an official language at NQF Level 3 Language and Communication in a second official language at NQF Level 2 Mathematics at NQF Level 3 Read and interpret drawings and specifications at NQF Level 3

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

The typical scope of this unit standard: All tasks and activities associated with the planning and preparation of the site and components for the erection of structural steelwork are carried out in accordance with: Quality Management Systems The Occupational Health and Safety Act Manufacturer's operating instructions Government and Local Government Legislation Municipal and Fire Department Regulations and Bylaws Range of contract documentation contents includes but is not limited to: drawings, specifications, erection method statements and construction programs General documents referred to in contract documentation include but are not limited to: SABS Codes of Practice, other specifications nominated in the contract documents Risks associated with structural steel erection projects include but are not limited to: Hazards: overhead, on-ground, underground Range of tools and equipment used in structural steel erection include but are not limited to: Cutting and Grinding tools, Gas Cutting equipment, Forming tools, Measuring tools, Fastening tools, Lifting and Hoisting equipment and Power tools, Welding equipment Range of safety equipment used in structural steel erection includes but is not limited to: Protective clothing, eye and ear protection, safety harnesses, Special equipment required for structural steel erection projects includes but is not limited to: Lifting beams, erection aids, jigs and templates, Range of resources required for structural steel erection projects include but are not limited to: labour, work permits, site accommodation, transport, tools, equipment and consumable materials Range of hazardous materials used on structural steel erection projects include but are not limited to: paint, anti-corrosion and fire protection materials, fuel, oils and lubricants Range of quality checks on preceding contractors' works include but are not limited to: Foundations, support structures Preparation of steel components for erection includes but is not limited to: sandblasting, painting, fireproofing, corrosion protection.

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Interpret contract documentation and construction program requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The relevant contents of contract documentation are interpreted and described

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

General documents referred to in contract documents are sourced and reviewed against contract requirements

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

The risks associated with structural steel erection projects are identified and described

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

The erection method statement is checked against contract documents and comments on the constructability of structures are prepared

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

Compliance of quality documentation is checked in accordance with contract requirements

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

Instructions from the design engineer are assessed and additional clarification of load movements is obtained, where necessary

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Use and maintain tools and safety equipment.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Tools and equipment used in structural steel erection are identified and their use described

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Safety equipment used in structural steel erection and allied trades is identified and the use thereof described

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Tools and safety equipment are inspected and maintained for functionality in accordance with manufacturer's operating instructions

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

Faulty or damaged tools and safety equipment are returned to source for repair or replacement

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

Tools and safety equipment are used in accordance with manufacturer's operating instructions and safety legislation requirements

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

Special equipment required for structural steel erection projects is identified and sourced

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

Special equipment required for structural steel erection projects is inspected for functionality and safety in accordance with safety legislation requirements

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8

Special equipment required for structural steel erection projects in accordance with manufacturer's operating instructions and safety legislation requirements

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Perform planning and site establishment activities.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Risks associated with structural steel erection projects are assessed, control measures and recoveries are documented

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Resources required for structural steel erection projects are evaluated and arranged in accordance with contract program requirements

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Site facilities are constructed in accordance with municipal by-laws, fire department and contract requirements

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

Components are received on site and unloaded in accordance with safety legislation requirements

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

Quality and quantity of delivered components is checked and verified against documentation

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

Components are sorted and laid out in accordance with sequence requirements

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

Hazardous materials used on structural steel erection projects are stored in accordance with safety legislation and municipal regulations

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8

Quality checks on preceding contractors' works are conducted, non-conformances are recorded and referred in accordance with standard industry procedures

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Assemble and prepare steel components for lifting.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Drawings, specifications and attendant technical lists for the assembly of structural steel components are correctly interpreted

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Structural steel components are assembled in the correct sequence in accordance with the Erection Method Statement

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Fastenings and fastening methods are correctly used and applied in accordance with technical specifications

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

Dimensions of structural steel components are checked, certified and recorded in accordance with quality management procedures

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

Steel components are prepared for erection in accordance with technical specifications

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

All work is carried out in accordance with safety legislation requirements and accepted industry standards

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the CETA - ETQA Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the CETA - ETQA CETA - ETQA or other ETQA's, who have a Memorandum of Understanding in place with CETA-ETQA, would be responsible for moderation of learner achievements of learners who meet the requirements of this qualification.

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

Occupational Health and Safety Act Quality Management Systems in relation to the Erection of Structural Steelwork Government and Local Government Legislation in relation to the Erection of Structural Steelwork Municipal and Fire Department Regulations and Bylaws in relation to the Erection of Structural Steelwork Manufacturer's operating instructions for lifting equipment Basic Conditions of Employment Act SANS 2001 CS 1 Guideline document for the erection of structural steelwork Erection Method Statement Contract documents, drawings, programs and schedules General and specific knowledge of tools, equipment and safety equipment used in structural steel erection and allied trades Basic knowledge of Engineer's level and theodolite Basic knowledge of instruments used to assess climatic conditions Safety clearances in relation to overhead hazards Safety limitations regarding the storage and use of hazardous materials and consumables

UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME

N/A

UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES

N/A

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Identify and solve problems Relates to the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria: Interpret contract documentation and construction program requirements The risks associated with structural steel erection projects are identified and described Use and maintain tools and safety equipment Faulty or damaged tools and safety equipment are returned to source for repair or replacement

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Work effectively with others Relates to the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria: Interpret contract documentation and construction program requirements Instructions from the design engineer are assessed and additional clarification of load movements is obtained, where necessary Perform planning and site establishment activities Site facilities are constructed in accordance with municipal by-laws, fire department and contract requirements

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Employ self management Relates to the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria: Use and maintain tools and safety equipment tools and equipment used in structural steel erection are identified and their use described Perform planning and site establishment activities Resources required for structural steel erection projects are evaluated and arranged in accordance with contract program requirements

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Manage information Relates to the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria: Interpret contract documentation and construction program requirements The relevant contents of contract documentation are interpreted and described Use and maintain tools and safety equipment Tools and safety equipment are used in accordance with manufacturer's operating instructions and safety legislation requirements

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Communicate effectively Relates to the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria: Interpret contract documentation and construction program requirements Instructions from the design engineer are assessed and additional clarification of load movements is obtained, where necessary Perform planning and site establishment activities Quality checks on preceding contractors' works are conducted, non-conformances are recorded and referred in accordance with standard industry procedures

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

Demonstrate scientific and technological competence Relates to the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria: Use and maintain tools and safety equipment Special equipment required for structural steel erection projects in accordance with manufacturer's operating instructions and safety legislation requirements Assemble and prepare steel components for lifting Structural steel components are assembled in the correct sequence in accordance with the Erection Method Statement

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Understand contextual world-systems Relates to the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria: Interpret contract documentation and construction program requirements Instructions from the design engineer are assessed and additional clarification of load movements is obtained, where necessary Use and maintain tools and equipment Special equipment required for structural steel erection projects is inspected for functionality and safety in accordance with safety legislation requirements

UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA

N/A

UNIT STANDARD NOTES

This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 262590, which is "Plan and prepare for the erection of structural steelwork", Level 3, 10 credits. Supplementary information: The following Acts and regulations are relevant: Occupational Health and Safety Act 1993 GNR 1010 of 18 July 2003: Construction Regulations: 2003 National Building regulations. SABS (South African Bureau of Standards)

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Core	49015	National Certificate: Construction: Structural Steel Erecting	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2009-05-13	Was CETA until Last Date for Achievement
Elective	65949	Further Education and Training Certificate: Supervision of Construction Processes	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA
Elective	49053	National Certificate: Supervision of Construction Processes	Level 4	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L4	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2018-06-30	Was CETA until Last Date for Achievement

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.

1.	AVUXENI COMPUTER ACADEMY KZN
2.	Big Tree Group
3.	Certified Training Solutions (Pty) Ltd
4.	Eastcape Training Centre
5.	Eskilz College (Pty) Ltd
6.	In Touch Community Development & Project Managers
7.	Pro Skills Development (Pty) Ltd
8.	Raubex Construction Pty (Ltd)
9.	SEDA Construction Incubator Trust
10.	Sonani Training and Communications
11.	South African Value Education (Pty) Ltd
12.	Thabomeleng
13.	Training Force (Pty) Ltd
14.	Zama Training & Development cc

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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.