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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Determine the identity of a vehicle

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
117440	Determine the identity of a vehicle
ORIGINATOR
SGB Resolving of Crime
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
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FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 08 - Law, Military Science and Security			Safety in Society
ABET BAND	UNIT STANDARD TYPE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
Undefined	Regular	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	10
REGISTRATION STATUS		REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE	SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered"		2004-12-02	2007-12-02	SAQA 1057/04
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2008-12-02		2011-12-02

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
253984	Demonstrate understanding of vehicle identification	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	4

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD

This unit is for learners in the field of policing whose responsibility it is to determine the identity of a vehicle which is the subject of police investigation.

A person credited with this unit standard will be able to:

Conduct physical examination of a vehicle.

Conduct the etching process in respect of a vehicle (if necessary).

Conduct the relevant computer enquiries in respect of a vehicle.

Perform the vehicle clearance process.

This unit standard will contribute to the full development of any learner within the safety in society environment and more especially within the policing environment by providing recognition, further mobility and transportability within the field. The skills, knowledge and understanding demonstrated within this unit standard are essential for social and economic transformation and upliftment within the safety in society environment.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

The following knowledge, skills, attributes and/or equivalent thereof is assumed to be in place:

Functional mathematics, numerical and communication skills (verbal and in writing) NQF 4.

Read, interpret and use relevant forms NQF 4.

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

This unit standard applies to persons in the field of safety in society and more specifically the policing environment with a level of authority that will allow them to take decisions independently.

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Conduct physical examination of a vehicle.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The exterior of the vehicle is examined for identifiable features and markings according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

The VIN/chassis and engine number is inspected to determine the authenticity of such numbers according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

The interior of the vehicle is inspected and searched for identifiable features, documents, etc. that may assist in the identification process according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

The body and frame work is examined for any changes according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

Comprehensive notes are made of the vehicle, identifiable features and findings according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

All exhibits found in the vehicle is seized according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

The vehicle and all identifiable features are photographed according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8

A detailed statement pertaining to findings is compiled and submitted according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Conduct the etching process in respect of a vehicle (if necessary).

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The existing VIN/chassis and engine number is photographed and recorded prior to determining whether the etch process is necessary according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

The etching equipment is in working order and all related equipment is available (eg. Acid, etc.) according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

The etch process is conducted and details are recorded according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

Photographs are taken after the etch process according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

A detailed statement pertaining findings is compiled and submitted according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Conduct relevant computer enquiries in respect of a vehicle.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Enquiries on the relevant computer systems is conducted by utilizing the information obtained during the physical examination and etching process according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Relevant computer systems refer to but are not limited to:

South African Police Service Circulation Systems (Vehicles);

National Traffic Information System (Natis);etc.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Relevant information from the computer systems are extracted in accordance with the enquiries conducted according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Extracted information is utilized according to organizational policies and procedures.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Perform the vehicle clearance process.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The vehicle presented is physically examined according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

The relevant documentation in respect of the vehicle presented is completed according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Relevant computer system enquiries are conducted according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

Vehicle clearance is issued (if applicable) according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

1. Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.

2. Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider through the relevant ETQA by SAQA.

3. Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines in the relevant qualification and the agreed ETQA procedures.

The standard describes competent performance in doing physical techniques that will enhance the candidate's job performance, and lay down the criteria by which competence should be judged, as well as the range of circumstances in which competence should be demonstrated.
Integrated assessment methods and tools will allow the candidate to demonstrate that he has acquired knowledge of and can safely and effectively apply competence identified in this unit standard.

These tools include the following:

In service observations;

Role-play simulations;

Structured group discussions;

Written reports (e.g. tests, exams, case studies, projects, registers, logbooks, workbooks);

Verbal report backs (presentations);

Portfolios of evidence;

Projects (physical visits to e.g. Vehicle Dealers);

Experiential learning;

Working in teams;

Scenario sketching.

These methods must be carefully selected based on the purpose of the assessment (For example, the written method of assessing knowledge or in service demonstration of practical competence). The assessment must integrate a number of different methods in order to give the assessor reliable and valid proof of competence and evidence of required attributes.

Level
This unit standard should develop learners who demonstrate:

A foundational knowledge base as indicated in the embedded knowledge component.

An understanding of the disciplines, fields, fundamental terms, rules, concepts and principles.

Familiarity with some of the essential procedures, operations and techniques of this field.

An ability to use a range of procedures to solve routine problems.

Basic information gathering, analysis and presentation skills.

An ability to communicate and present information clearly and reliability following prescribed formats and conventions

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

Foundational understanding of policies and procedures to determine the identity of a vehicle which is subject of police investigation.

A broad understanding of the Criminal Procedure Act and Law of Evidence.

A broad understanding of physical examination of a vehicle, etching process in respect of a vehicle, computer enquiries and vehicle clearance process.

UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME

N/A

UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES

N/A

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Identify and solve problems to determine the identity of a vehicle which is subject of police investigation.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Work effectively with others by ensuring that all prescripts are adhered to, to determine the identity of a vehicle which is subject of police investigation.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Organise oneself and one's activities in order to ensure the effective functioning of all activities and procedures to determine the identity of a vehicle which is subject of police investigation.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Collect, analyze, organize and critically evaluate information to determine the identity of a vehicle which is subject of police investigation.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Communicate effectively with all role-players and stakeholders to determine the identity of a vehicle which is subject of police investigation.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

Science and technology is utilized to determine the identity of a vehicle which is subject of police investigations.

UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA

N/A

UNIT STANDARD NOTES

This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 253984, which is "Demonstrate understanding of vehicle identification", Level 5, 4 credits.

Where the single noun is indicated it also implies the plural eg. vehicle(s), number(s), etc. Where reference is made to he in gender terms, it will also indicate the female gender grouping.

Specified requirements

Specified requirements include legal and legislative specific requirements and are contained in one or more of the following documents:

Legal
South African Police Service Act.
Criminal Procedure Act.
National Road Traffic Act.
Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Organizational Policies and Procedures.

Additional information
Note:
Where the single noun is indicated it also implies the plural eg. vehicle(s), number(s), etc.
Where reference is made to he in gender terms, it will also indicate the female gender grouping.
Requirements of a portfolio
Valid, reliable and authentic evidence (presented as a portfolio of evidence) from past achievements and experience, which serves to supplement the assessment of, applied competence.
The portfolio may include inter alia:

Written statements from persons (e.g. current and/or previous employer, colleague, peer, manager, external customers) confirming competence of the learner;

Relevant certificates or awards;

Previous assessment records;

Journals/logbooks.

Credits
Total hours required by the learner to achieve the required outcomes:

Activity
Classroom learning 60 Hours
Structured learning in the workplace 30 Hours
Self directed learning 06 Hours
Coaching required 04 Hours
Other
Total 100 Hours
Credits achieved: 10

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Elective	49118	National Certificate: Resolving of Crime	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered"	2007-12-02	Was SAS SETA 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.	EKHURHULENI SHOOTING AND TRAINING ACADEMY
2.	SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICE BASIC TRAINING PROVISION