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

Produce modern carcasses, doors and drawers 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
117396  Produce modern carcasses, doors and drawers 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Furniture 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology Manufacturing and Assembly 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 3  NQF Level 03  22 
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 prepare equipment and materials, cut, shape, mould and finish modern carcasses, door and drawers.

The qualifying learner is capable of:
  • Preparing equipment, tools and workstation.
  • Selecting and preparing materials.
  • Cutting, shaping and moulding components.
  • Cutting and preparing joints.
  • Selecting and preparing adhesives.
  • Assembling components. 
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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 equivalent to NQF level 2. They will also have achieved, or be able to demonstrate equivalent competence to, the National Certificate in Furniture Wood Machining and Cabinet Making, NQF level 2. 

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The following elements include, but are not limited to:
  • Equipment and tools: cabinet making hand tools; powered hand tools; cabinet machines; personal safety, dust extraction.
  • Specification: cutting list; routing sheets; drawings; oral; written
  • Workstation preparation: cleaning; layout; placements of tools; paperwork; environmental conditions
  • Materials: hardwood; softwood; composite board products
  • Unsuitable materials: dimension; type; grade; knots; warp; direction of grain; board finish
  • Form and mould: fretwork; jigsaw; hand router; drilling; boring; abrasives; laminating
  • Joints: insertion; knock down; dove tail; mortice and tenon; lap; mitre; dowel; butt
  • Personal protective equipment: eye protection; hand protection; overalls/dust coats; respiratory protection; barrier cream; cleansing cream; after care cream
  • Components: modern carcase components, door and drawer components
  • Clamps: hand clamps; mechanical; pneumatic
  • Adhesives: polyvinyl acetate; urea formaldehyde; resorcinol; phenol formaldehyde 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Prepare equipment, tools and workstation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Tools and equipment are selected and set according to required specification for workpiece. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Equipment and tools are checked to be functional and in correct condition for safe and effective use. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Equipment and tools are handled correctly and safely. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The workstation is prepared for safe and effective production. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The preparation is carried out safely and within the time allocated. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Select and prepare materials. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Materials are identified and selected according to the specification requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Unsuitable materials are identified, discarded and replaced according to organisational requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Any problems in carrying out the specifications or instructions are reported and clarified with the relevant person. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Materials are handled correctly and safely. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Cut, shape and mould components. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Materials are cut and formed to component size according to specification. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Material is appropriately sanded and cleaned within the cutting, shaping and moulding processes according to instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Equipment, tools and machines are used correctly and safely according to the materials and components specified. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Waste is disposed of correctly and safely. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Materials and components are handled safely and without damage. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The workstations are kept clean and tidy. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    Equipment and tools are cleaned and returned to correct location after use. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    The operations are performed safely and within the time allocated. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Cut and prepare joints. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Appropriate joints are cut accurately according to specification requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Joints are dry assembled as required to check correctness of fit. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Any faults in joints and components are identified and rectified. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Faults which cannot be rectified are rejected and replaced according to work practices. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Equipment and tools are used correctly according to their identified usage. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Components are sanded and prepared as required within the jointing process. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    Materials and components are handled safely and without damage. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    The workstations are kept clean and tidy. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
    Equipment and tools are cleaned and returned to correct storage after use. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 10 
    The operations are performed safely and within the time allocated. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Select and prepare adhesives. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Appropriate personal protective equipment is used correctly. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Adhesives are correctly selected according to specification. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Adhesives are prepared correctly according to manufacturers instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The process is performed according to health and safety requirements within the time allocated. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 
    Assemble components. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Components are dry assembled to check for fit. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    All joints in the entire assembly marry up. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Components are positioned according to specification requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Components are assembled and secured according to specification and joint requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Appropriate cramps are used according to the assembly requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Pressure applied to cramps is appropriate to component being assembled. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    Joints and surfaces are free of excess adhesives and any foreign objects. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    Assembly is confirmed to be square and true. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
    The workstation is kept safe and tidy. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 10 
    Equipment is returned to correct storage after use. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 11 
    The operations are performed safely and within the time allocated. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    Assessors assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the FIETA ETQA.

    Institutions offering learning that will enable the achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the FIETA ETQA. 

    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • A sound understanding of the correct use of equipment and tools
  • A broad understanding of the range and use of cabinet making machines
  • A broad understanding of relevant health and safety requirements
  • A sound understanding of reading and interpreting specifications
  • A broad understanding of wood types and suitability
  • A broad understanding of wood defects and seasoning procedures
  • A general understanding of standards and tolerances
  • A sound understanding of modern carcase construction techniques
  • Knowledge of identification procedures for types of adhesives as well as their pot life; shelf life; open time; curing time; clamping time of adhesive
  • An understanding of modern carcase assembly methods
  • A broad understanding of clamping tools and how and when to use them 
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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 & solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made when identifying tools, equipment and techniques for a variety of carcase types. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others when carrying out good housekeeping routines. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively to ensure work is carried out according to quality and performance requirements, without compromising safety for self and colleagues. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively using language skills when communicating with supervisors and work colleagues. 

    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, that when completing carcases they do not pose a safety risk and that failure to maintain rate and quality of production will negatively impact upon all parts of the furniture production cycle. 

    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  49105   National Certificate: Furniture Making: Wood  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  FPMSETA 


    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. ASSURED VOCATIONAL SKILLS INSTITUTE PTY LTD 
    2. BOKAPHITHI SKILLS AND DEVELOPMENT PTY LTD 
    3. Furniture World Training Centre 
    4. FUTURE DISCOVERY TRAINING ACADEMY 
    5. HOSEAH TRADING 
    6. INTERMASIKO CC 
    7. LERIBE TRAINING SOLUTIONS 
    8. Mnambithi TVET College 
    9. NDIPHA FASHION DESIGNS 
    10. Ntunzela Trading Enterprise 
    11. PERENNIAL SERVICES PTY LTD 
    12. PEREZ DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING 
    13. PHD PROJECTS SA PTY LTD 
    14. Salabedla Contracting and Trading (Pty) Ltd 
    15. SALABEDLA CONTRACTING AND TRADING PTY LTD 
    16. SINOVUYOLETHU TRADING PTY LTD 
    17. SKILLS TO FURNISH INTERNATIONAL NPO 
    18. The Brokers Learning Centre 
    19. THE FINISHING COLLEGE PTY LTD 
    20. THUBELIHLE GRADUATE INSTITUTE 
    21. TIRHANI SKILLSTRAINING PTY LTD 
    22. UMBUSO TRAINING SERVICES 
    23. VEB CELE & ASSOCIATES PTY LTD 


    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.