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

Apply tiles to plastered surfaces 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
14883  Apply tiles to plastered surfaces 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Building Construction 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 12 - Physical Planning and Construction Building Construction 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 2  NQF Level 02  4 
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 
Learners' who are assessed as competent against this unit standard will be able to set out and prepare work surfaces for tiling, mix the correct quantities of adhesive and grout in accordance with manufacturers specifications and apply standard tiles to plastered surfaces in accordance with the design and construction methods specified in working drawings for houses of a basic design ensuring that the applicable National Building standards, health and safety regulations and prescribed time frames are adhered to.

The competencies contained in this unit standard complement the other building competencies that make up this qualification and will contribute to the development of professional Community House Builders who are able to use science and technology in a responsible and cost effective manner. These competencies should result in improved quality and service delivery in community house building.

The contribution to The National Skills Development Strategy is the key developmental interface between Learners' and new competencies to be achieved.

The successful completion of this unit standard will provide Learners' with access to the National Certificate in Construction Tiling - NQF Level 3. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
NQF Level 1 (ABET Level 4) Literacy and Numeracy Competencies 

UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
The competencies specified in this unit standard are applicable to the construction of houses that are rectangular in shape and it is within this context that the learner is required to demonstrate competent performance.

Standard tiles are limited to ceramic tiles (glazed or unglazed) and concrete tiles of different sizes, thicknesses, bevelled or unbevelled.

Tile adhesives and grouts can be cement based or non-cement based. 

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
Set out work for tiling. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. The correct work area is identified in accordance with drawing specifications or owner requirements. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
2. A work task is communicated and agreed. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
3. The work area is measured and set out in accordance with drawing specifications. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
4. Levels are determined and accurately transferred. 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
Prepare work surfaces for tiling. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. Protrusions are removed. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
2. Appropriate materials, tools and equipment are identified and correctly used. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
3. Surface defects and cracks are identified and corrected. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
4. Levels and lines are corrected to be true and plumb. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
5. Existing surfaces and built-in items are identified and adequately protected against damage. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
6. Dust and dirt are removed. 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
Mix adhesive and grout. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. Adhesive and grout mixes are identified and mixed in accordance with specifications and specific work requirements. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
2. The implications of mixing grout incorrectly are understood. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
3. Quantities of batched mixes are correctly estimated and applied. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
4. The consequences of over-batching are understood. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
5. Appropriate materials, tools and equipment are identified and correctly used. 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
Tile plastered walls. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. Tiles are cut and applied to plastered walls and columns with tile adhesive. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
2. Tiles are applied to line and level. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
3. Gaps between tiles are uniform and have been grouted with tile grout. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
4. All tiled surfaces are thoroughly cleaned. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
5. Internal and external corners are tiled in such a way that they are square, joints are in line and evenly spaced. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
6. Completed work is measured and compared with estimated works. 


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 CETA - ETQA, for this unit standard.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the CETA - ETQA.
  • CETA - ETQA is responsible for moderation of learner achievements for Learners' who meet the requirements of this qualification. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Understand and explain:
  • Properties and use of different tiles
  • Properties and application methods for different tile adhesives
  • Mix proportions for adhesives, grout, plaster, skim coats, screeds and grano
  • The importance of cement/water ratios on the strength of plaster, adhesives and grout
  • Relevant sections of the National Building Regulations
  • SABS Code of Practice for ceramic tiles 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems and make decisions using critical and creative thinking:
  • The correct work area is accurately identified from working drawings
  • The work area is accurately measured and set out in accordance with drawing specifications
  • Levels are accurately determined and transferred
  • Surface defects are identified and corrected before applying tiles to plastered surfaces
  • All protrusions are removed before tiles are applied to plastered surfaces 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities:
  • Minor tiling work can be carried out independently
  • Dust and dirt are removed from surfaces before tiles are applied
  • Sufficient quantities of adhesives and grout are mixed for the work at hand and wastage is minimised 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, organise, analyse and critically evaluate information:
  • Manufacturer specifications for tiling materials is accurately interpreted
  • Adhesives and grout are mixed in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and specified work requirements
  • Quantities of batched mixes are accurately estimated and correctly applied 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively:
  • Clarification of the work task is sought from relevant roleplayers and is clearly understood prior to commencing tiling work 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environments and the health of others:
  • Levels are accurately determined and transferred
  • Levels and lines are corrected to be true and plumb
  • Appropriate materials are selected for the tiling work at hand and are used correctly
  • Appropriate measures are taken to ensure existing surfaces and built-in items are adequately protected against damage during tiling operations 
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    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
    Core  24273   National Certificate: Community House Building  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  CETA 
    Elective  49022   National Certificate: Floor Covering Installation  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  CETA 


    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. ALLINA FRANCIS (SA) 
    2. Aveng Grinaker -LTA Civil Engineering 
    3. Better Best Agri Development 
    4. Big Tree Group 
    5. BOLAND COLLEGE (Paarl) 
    6. Bright Storm Projects 
    7. Capricorn FET College - Central Office 
    8. CBM Training (Pty) Ltd 
    9. Construction Resource Development College 
    10. Eastcape Training Centre 
    11. EDUCATORY ELECTRO SERVICES 
    12. Ekurhuleni Artisans and Skills Training Pty Ltd 
    13. Ekurhuleni East College For TVET 
    14. Elangeni College for FET - Central Office 
    15. Esayidi TVET College 
    16. Goldfields FET College 
    17. In Touch Community Development & Project Managers 
    18. Madzahisi College 
    19. Mahumani Empowerment Servives Centre 
    20. Majuba TVET College 
    21. Masana Social Consultants cc 
    22. Mavco Engineering 
    23. Milzet Holdings 
    24. Mnambithi TVET College 
    25. Motheo TVET College 
    26. MPUMALANGA REGIONAL TRAINING TRUST 
    27. Northlink TVET College 
    28. Othandweni Training Centre 
    29. PALABORA FOUNDATION 
    30. Primeserv Corporate Solutions (Pty) Ltd 
    31. Protech Training (Pty) Ltd 
    32. Reflections Development Institute 
    33. RESISA LOGISTICS (Ltd) Pty 
    34. RUTHEKHO TRAINING ACADEMY (PTY) LTD 
    35. Sakhisizwe Development Training 
    36. Somvi General Services 
    37. Sonani Training and Communications 
    38. St Anthonys Education Centre 
    39. Thabomeleng 
    40. Tjeka Training Matters Pty Ltd 
    41. Tovani Traiding 299 
    42. Training Force (Pty) Ltd 
    43. Tshwane North College for FET - Central Office 
    44. TSK Projects(PTY)LTD 
    45. Umfolozi FET College 
    46. VSL GENERAL TRADING CC 
    47. Vuselela TVET College 
    48. West Coast TVET College 


    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.