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

Conduct an enquiry docket investigation in respect of a vehicle 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
117441  Conduct an enquiry docket investigation in respect of a vehicle 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Resolving of Crime 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
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  9 
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
253977  Demonstrate the functioning of the Vehicle Circulation System in relation to vehicle crime investigation  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  7   

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
This unit is for learners in the field of policing who conducts an enquiry docket investigation in respect of vehicles.

A person credited with this unit standard will be able to:
  • Conduct investigations in respect of an unidentified vehicle.
  • Conduct investigations in respect of the issuing of the South African Police Identification Number (SAPVIN).
  • Conduct investigations in respect of vehicle manufacturers, importers and builders (MIB'S).
  • Conduct investigations in respect of vehicle related crime scenes (eg. Chop Shops operations).
  • Conduct investigations in respect of potential vehicle related crime scenes (eg. Second hand vehicle dealers, scrapyards, panel beaters, etc.).
  • Conduct investigations in respect of vehicle identification during operations (e.g. roadblocks, border posts, etc.).
  • Conduct investigations in respect of individuals requests to assist with vehicle identification (eg. vehicle manufacturer enquiries, standby duties, etc.).

    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. 
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    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. 
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    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 investigation in respect of an unidentified vehicle. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    A physical examination of the unidentified vehicle is conducted (etch included) according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The entire vehicle registration history is obtained (at the registering authority) according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    All relevant documentation is obtained according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Statements are obtained/submitted according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Enquiries on relevant vehicle related computer systems are conducted according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The services of internal experts (eg. Metallurgic engineers) and external experts (eg. Manufacturers experts) is acquired according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    Photos are obtained according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    A Unique Number: South African Police Service Vehicle Identification is affixed (if applicable) according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
    Correspondence internally and/or externally is forwarded according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 10 
    Court is attended to testify in respect of the findings according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Conduct investigations in respect of the issuing of the South African Police Vehicle Identification Number (SAPVIN). 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    A physical examination of the vehicle presented for SAPVIN is conducted according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Relevant documentation is obtained according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Statements are obtained/submitted according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The relevant computer systems are utilised for enquiries, extracting and updating of information according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Photos are obtained according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    A Unique Number: South African Police Service Vehicle Identification is affixed (if applicable) according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Conduct investigations in respect of vehicle manufacturers, importers and builders (MIB'S). 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The applicant and other relevant persons to the application is interviewed according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Site inspection is conducted according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Fingerprints of applicant and other relevant persons is obtained according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    A report is compiled and submitted regarding findings according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Conduct investigations in respect of vehicle related crime scenes (eg. Chop Shop Operations). 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    All relevant vehicles, parts and accessories are physically examined according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    All relevant registers and documentation is accessed according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Evidence is gathered according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Statements are obtained/submitted according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Photos or video recording are obtained according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    All exhibits (vehicle, parts, accessories, registers, documents etc.) are seized and impounded according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Conduct investigations in respect of potential vehicle related crime scenes (eg. Second hand vehicle dealers, scrapyards, panel beaters, etc.). 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Selected vehicles, parts and accessories are physically examined according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Vehicles, parts and accessories are verified which were examined to be verified with entries in relevant registers according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Transgressions are acted upon according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 
    Conduct investigations in respect of vehicle identification during operations (e.g. roadblocks, border posts, etc.). 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Vehicle is physically examined according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    All stolen or suspected stolen vehicles are seized and impounded according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 7 
    Conduct investigations in respect of individual's requests to assist with vehicle identification (e.g. vehicle manufacturer enquiries, standby duties, etc.). 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The request is processed according to organizational policies and procedures and relevant legislation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    A vehicle is physically examined (where applicable) according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The requester is informed of the findings according to relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • 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 must be accredited as a provider through the relevant ETQA by SAQA.
  • 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 candidates 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. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Foundational understanding of policies and procedures to conduct an enquiry docket investigation in respect of a vehicle.
  • A broad understanding of the Criminal Procedure Act and Law of Evidence.
  • A Broad understanding of the investigations in respect of an unidentified vehicle, investigations in respect of vehicle manufacturers, importers and builders (MIB'S), investigations in respect of vehicle related crime scenes, investigations in respect of potential vehicle related crime scenes, investigations in respect of vehicle identification during operations and investigations in respect of individuals requests to assist with vehicle identification. 
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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 to conduct an enquiry docket investigation in respect of a vehicle. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others by ensuring that all prescripts are adhered to, to conduct an enquiry docket investigation in respect of a vehicle. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise oneself and one's activities in order to ensure effective functioning of all activities and procedures to conduct an enquiry docket investigation in respect of a vehicle. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organize and critically evaluate information to conduct an enquiry docket investigation in respect of a vehicle. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively with all role-players and stakeholders to conduct an enquiry docket investigation in respect of a vehicle. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Science and technology is utilized to determine the identity of a vehicle which is the subject of police investigation. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 253977, which is "Demonstrate the functioning of the Vehicle Circulation System in relation to vehicle crime investigation", Level 5, 7 credits.

    Supplementary information:
  • 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.
  • Second Hand Goods 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 42 Hours
    Structured learning in the workplace 30 Hours
    Self directed learning 6 Hours
    Coaching required 12 Hours
    Other 90 Hours
    Total

    Credits achieved: 9 
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    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 


    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.