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

Perform bonding and earthing on 3 KV DC and 25/50KV AC on OHTE 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
119886  Perform bonding and earthing on 3 KV DC and 25/50KV AC on OHTE 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Electrical Engineering & Construction 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 12 - Physical Planning and Construction Electrical Infrastructure Construction 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 2  NQF Level 02  15 
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
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

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 learner credited with this Unit Standard will be able to perform bonding and earthing on 3 KV DC and 25/50 KV AC on OHTE safely and efficiently, thus contributing to the safe running of electric trains as well as ensuring the continuity of power supply in the rail sector. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
It is assumed that learners are competent in the following:
  • Train Working Rules
  • Electrical Safety Instructions (Authorisation)
  • Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 1
  • Communication at NQF Level 1 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    Equipment may include but are not limited to:
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Train protection equipment
  • Fire fighting equipment
  • First aid equipment
  • Equipment related to bonding and earthing on 3 KV DC and 25/50KV AC on OHTE

    Bonding and earthing on the following equipment can only be executed under isolated and earthed conditions:
  • Booster return circuits on 25/50KV AC on OHTE
  • Negative returns at sub-stations on 3 KV DC and 25/50KV AC
  • Earth wire on 25/50KV AC OHTE
  • Cathodic protection on pipelines
  • Bonding and earthing of lightning arresters on 3 KV DC and 25/50KV AC OHTE

    Statutory requirements may include but aren't limited to:
  • Relevant sections of Act 85
  • Train Working Rules (TWR)
  • Company-specific electrical safety instructions
  • Relevant sections of the Explosives Act

    Work procedures may include but are not limited to company's:
  • Safety procedures
  • Policies
  • Bonding and earthing procedures of OHTE
  • Maintenance procedures

    Manufacturers' specifications refers to:
  • Type of material from which components are manufactured 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Communicate clearly and concisely without misunderstanding with relevant role players and complete relevant documentation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Job card is interpreted correctly, and specified work executed correctly. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Relevant documentation is completed correctly. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Transport and personnel are arranged. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Communication related to perform bonding and earthing on 3 KV DC and 25/50KV AC on OHTE is carried out effectively. (Operating and Electrical control). 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Prepare to perform bonding and earthing on 3 KV DC and 25/50KV AC on OHTE. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Tools, equipment and material are obtained and verified for correctness. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Safe loading and off-loading of tools, material and equipment are ensured for correctness. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The necessary safety precautions at the worksite are taken to prevent injury to personnel. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Protection is placed according to TWR correctly. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Perform bonding and earthing on 3 KV DC and 25/50KV AC on OHTE according to company specific instructions and manufacturer's specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Company-specific safe work procedures are followed correctly. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Tools and equipment are placed and used safely and correctly. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Bonding and earthing are performed on 3 KV DC and 25/50KV AC on OHTE in accordance with company-specific bonding and earthing procedures, instructions and manufacturer's specifications. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Finalise bonding and earthing process on 3 KV DC and 25/50KV AC on OHTE. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Tools, equipment and material are removed safely and correctly. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Worksite is cleared according to company-specific instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Protection is removed correctly in accordance with TWR. 


    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 relevant (ETQA) body, or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA body
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement of this Unit Standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant Education, Training, Quality, Assurance (ETQA) Body, or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA body
  • Assessment and moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant (ETQA) body, or by an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA body according to the ETQA's policies and guidelines for assessment and moderation.
  • Moderation must include both internal and external moderation of assessments at exit points of the Unit Standard, unless ETQA policies specify otherwise. Moderation should also encompass achievement of the competence described both in individual Unit Standards as well as the integrated competence described in the Qualification.
  • Anyone wishing to be assessed against this Unit Standard may apply to be assessed by any assessment agency, assessor or provider institution that is accredited by the relevant ETQA. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Learners can understand and explain:
  • The purpose and function of negative return systems of OHTE.
  • The bonding and earthing procedures, instructions and manufacturer's specifications on OHTE.
  • The identification of components and equipment used for bonding and earthing
  • The function, purpose and safe use of tools (hand and power). 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    Learner and societal development

    Learners can understand the importance of:
  • Safety in the workplace, as well as in the whole environment.
  • Being a team player in the work environment and in society.
  • Communicating effectively in the work environment and in society.
  • Their responsibility for the safety and well being of fellow workers and society at large. 
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    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Problem solving

    Learners can solve problems with regard to:
  • The correctness, quantity and quality of material, parts and components.
  • The suitability and functionality of material, equipment and tools.
  • Operational changes impacting on bonding and earthing on OHTE.
  • The bonding and earthing on OHTE.
  • Availability and competence of assisting personnel. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Teamwork

    Learners can work effectively in teams when:
  • Applying safe work procedures.
  • Performing bonding and earthing on OHTE.
  • Restoring the worksite.
  • Loading and off-loading of tools, material and equipment. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Self-organisation and self-management

    A learner can organise and manage himself by:
  • Executing the task responsibly.
  • Maintaining a high level of discipline.
  • Adhering to time frames.
  • Adhering to safety and company-specific policies and procedures. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Information evaluation

    Learners can interpret and evaluate the contents of:
  • A job order.
  • The bonding and earthing procedures, instructions and manufacturer's specifications of OHTE. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communication

    Learners can communicate effectively with relevant role-players when
  • Organising material, tools, equipment and personnel.
  • Completing relevant documentation.
  • Placing and removing protection.
  • Obtaining and cancelling work permit. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use of science and technology

    Learners can use science and technology, by using:
  • Hand tools and equipment.
  • Communication media. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Inter-relatedness of systems

    Learners can understand the role of overhead track equipment in the rail sector. 

    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 
    Values
  • Trustworthiness
  • Safety consciousness
  • Responsibility
  • Neatness
  • Willingness to learn
  • Pro-activeness
  • Quality consciousness
  • Time consciousness

    Supplementary information

    Terminology

    OHTE refers to overhead track equipment.
    Act 85 refers to safety, health and environmental regulations.
    TWR refers to train working rules.

    Bonding and earthing on OHTE refers to conductors that are being installed for electrical continuity of the traction return rail circuit.
    Job order refers to:
  • Job card
  • Job instruction

    Communication media can include but are not limited to:
  • 2-way radios
  • Cellular phones
  • Trunk radios
  • Hand-held emergency telephones

    Logbook refers to evidence of training and job performance.
    Worksite refers to the location where the task is to be performed. 
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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
    Core  49773   National Certificate: Construction and Maintenance of Overhead Track Equipment  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  TETA 


    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. Palesa Rail Academy 


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