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

Install and terminate electrical cables and conductors 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
12412  Install and terminate electrical cables and conductors 
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  6 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2004-12-02  2007-12-02  SAQA 1657/04 
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 does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
This unit standard is for persons in the Electrical Engineering; Generation; Distribution; Transmission, Construction and Renewable Energy Sector.

The person credited with this unit standard is capable of:
Planning, installing and terminating, electrical cables and conductors according to statutory requirements to distribute and control electricity to electrical apparatus.

This unit standard will contribute to the full development of the learner within the electrical engineering and construction environment by providing recognition, further mobility and transportability within the field of Physical Planning and Construction. The skills, knowledge and understanding demonstrated within this unit standard are essential for social and economic transformation and upliftment within the electrical engineering and construction environment. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
  • Use and handling of Basic hand tools
  • Use and handling of Portable power tools
  • Introduction to industry
  • Wireways
  • Terminology associated with the tools and materials
  • The working principles of the appropriate equipment
  • Basic safety procedures related to the type of work and location 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
  • Termination is limited to marking of cables and fitting of glands.
  • Conductors/cable size is limited to 16mm squared 1000 V AC/DC.
  • Insulated and uninstalled conductors are limited to solid stranded multi-stranded.
  • Armoured and un-armoured cables are limited to single and multi-core.
  • Types of cables and conductors are limited to PVC: Air Dac: Bundle conductor
  • Worksite procedures include but are not limited to written or verbal procedure, formal and informal methods 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Plan to install electrical cables and conductors. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Cable/ conductor equipment needed for installing and terminating cables is checked for functionality and safety and is available for use on site. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Cable Equipment: - Come-along; Pulley; Sock; Draw wire
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Personal protective clothing and equipment needed for installation and termination of cables and conductors is available for use. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Hard Hat; Safety Harness; Gloves; Safety Glasses; Safety Shoes; Extension Ladders
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Job instructions are obtained and correctly interpreted. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Layout Sketch or Drawings; Work Sheets or Job Cards
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Tools and materials required for installing and terminating of cables are available for use. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
  • Hand Tools:- Junior Hacksaw: Big Hacksaw; Cobblers Knife: Pliers: Side Cutters; Water Pump Pliers; Shifting Spanner; Crimping tool; Sockets; Allan Keys; Hammer; Screwdrivers
  • Specialised Tool: - cable cutter; Auger; Bandit Strap Machine
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Worksite is inspected for hazards and corrective action is taken according to Occupational Health and Safety Act. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Prepare to install electrical cables and conductors. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Point of installation is identified in accordance with work instruction and drawings / plans. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Work area is demarcated according to statutory requirements. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Danger Tape; Marker Poles; Cones; Hazard Light
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Trenches are prepared and inspected according to work requirements; standards and statutory requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Ducting and kick pipes in place in accordance with job requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Pulling devices are positioned in ducting and kick pipes in accordance with job requirements. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Draw wires; Draw cables; pulling sock
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    6. Obstacles are identified and necessary precautions are taken in accordance with local authority; wayleaves and servitudes and electrical regulations. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Water pipes; High Voltage cables; communication cables and conductor
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Install electrical cables and conductors. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Electrical cables/conductors are installed, positioned and secured according to statutory requirements and worksite procedures. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    South African Bureau of Standards 01042
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Minimum prescribed tail lengths are left for termination. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Manufacturer specification and work site requirement
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Electrical cables/conductors are marked according to work site procedures; standards requirements. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Numbers and labels.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Tools and equipment are used safely to meet the requirements of the job. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Personal protective equipment is used and site specific procedures are adhered to throughout the installing process. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    6. Different ways to secure cables/conductors is explained according to work site conditions and statutory requirements. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Cables ties, banded strapping, cable guards and cable clamps.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Terminate electrical cables/conductors. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Cable Gland is positioned; secured and assembled according to manufacturer's specifications; work place requirements and standards. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Armouring; Glanding; Shroud; Gland Plate; compression gland
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Cable ends are prepared for termination according to manufacturer's specifications; work place requirements and standards. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Strip Cable end; Heatshrink cores; lug conductor; binding armouring
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Air Dac cable ends are prepared for termination according to manufacturer's specifications; work place requirements and standards. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
  • Air Dac - Secure Clamps; Tension clamp; Piercing connectors; Lugs; Compression Gland.
  • All Earth wires twisted and connected together; all Neutrals wires twisted and connected together.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Bundle conductor ends are prepared for termination according to manufacturer's specifications; work place requirements and standards. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
  • Bundle Conductor - Secure Clamps; Tension clamp; Piercing connectors; Lugs; Heatshrink.
  • Air Dac - Secure Clamps; Tension clamp; Piercing connectors; Lugs; Compression Gland. All Earth wires connected together and all neutrals connected together.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Electrical cable/conductors made-off / Terminated according to Work site procedures and standards or job requirements. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Connections to supply and load, in or on equipment
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Complete work task. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Cable demarcation tape/ markers are in place according to work site procedures and standards. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Danger Tape; Road crossing markers
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Reinstate the terrain in accordance with work site procedures; environmental requirements and customer requirements. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Filling of trenches; compacting of soil; replacing of original surface
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Ensure that all termination connections are secure and tight according to manufacturers specifications and work site standards. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Sagging of overhead cables and conductors are as per manufacturers specifications; work site standards and clearances. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Work area is cleaned after completion of task in accordance with work site procedures and housekeeping standards. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    6. Waste materials are disposed of in accordance with safety standards and environmental requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    7. Environmental aspects are taken into consideration as per environmental impact studies / management. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    8. Necessary documentation is completed and submitted to designated personnel. 


    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. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • A basic understanding and skills in the utilisation of hand tools / digging tools and measuring tools.
  • A basic understanding and knowledge of: Legislation and applicable regulations.
  • A basic knowledge of: safety related standards and procedures.
  • A basic knowledge of: Environmental awareness.
  • Able to read and interpret basic drawings and diagrams, cable routes.
  • Bending of cables according to SABS 0142-1. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Tasks using responsible thinking and decision making (in relation to the use and choice of relevant personal protecting equipment). 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise oneself and one`s activities responsibly and effectively (in the ability to follow instructions when working by ones self or in a work team, ensure safe execution of work activities). 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, evaluate, organise and critically evaluate information related to (installing and terminating of electrical cables and conductors). 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Effective use of communication methods when (recording and reporting information). 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environmental and the health of others (installing and terminating of electrical cables and conductors ensuring that all safety and environmental conditions are considered). 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    LEGAL REQUIREMENTS:
    SABS 0142-1
    SABS 1507
    Relevant environmental management processes / procedures
    Relevant sections of the OHS Act

    A glossary of terms about the terminology of:
  • Air Dac as explained by SABS 0142-1
  • Come-along: pulling device
  • Wayleaves: necessary authorisation or permission
  • Bundle conductor as explained by SABS 0142-1

    CONTEXT SPECIFIC
    Specific to a discipline or a industry
  • Manufacturers specifications
  • Work site policies and procedures 
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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  20418   National Certificate: Electrical Engineering  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2004-02-10  Was EWSETA until Last Date for Achievement 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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