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

Operate defined purpose lift trucks 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
242981  Operate defined purpose lift trucks 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Transport and Logistics Operations 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 11 - Services Transport, Operations and Logistics 
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
2026-06-30   2029-06-30  

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 person credited with this unit standard is able to operate a basic purpose lift truck. They are able to access emergency support and services in the case of an emergency while operating a lift truck. The person is also able to identify and classify the load, handle and move the freight while operating the lifting equipment in accordance with standards and its performance capabilities. They are also able to monitor the fitness of the lift truck.

The qualifying learner is capable of:
  • Inspecting and recording the operational fitness of battery powered lift trucks.
  • Identifying and classifying freight/loads.
  • Handling, loading and storing freight.
  • Achieving maximum work performance of battery powered lifting equipment and attachments.
  • Operating freight equipment.
  • Accessing available emergency support systems and services. 
    		•

    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    It is assumed that learners accessing this unit standard are competent in:
  • Communication at NQF Level 1 or equivalent.
  • Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 1 or equivalent. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The applied competence expressed in this standard may be demonstrated across a range of lifting trucks (capacity, functionality) involved in familiar operational functions in any industry context, and in any environmental conditions.

    The certificate of competence issued must indicate the equipment, its rated capacity and the attachments in terms of which the learner has demonstrated competence.

    Lift Truck shall include:
  • F6: Pedestrian-controlled lift truck below rated capacity of 2000kg.
  • F7: Pedestrian-controlled lift truck above rated capacity of 2000kg.
  • F12: Pallet lift truck with battery power propulsion (specify capacity).

    Attachments and special equipment shall include:
  • A: Side Shift.
  • B: Single pole.
  • C: Carton or paper roll clamp.
  • D: Crane Hook.
  • E: Push Pull/Slip sheet equipment.
  • F: Load Rotator.
  • G: Wire Guidance system.
  • H: Load Extender Pantograph.
  • I: Rotating Mast (Turret Truck).
  • J: Tilting Bucket.
  • K: Tandem Forks.
  • L: Container Vanning and Devanning.
  • M: Container Handling.
  • N: Forks.
  • Cradle (Safety Cage).

    The above codes and attachments correspond with the SA National Code of Practice. 
    		•

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Inspect and record the operational fitness of battery powered lift trucks. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Appropriate measures (e.g. completion of pre and post operations check-sheet) are identified and used to identify and/or prevent basic faults and defects in the mechanical function of the heavy lift truck. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Operational fitness of battery powered list trucks are inspected according to truck inspection checklists. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Operational fitness of battery powered lift trucks are recorded according to safety procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Identify and classify freight/loads. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    A minimum of five different categories of freight/loads are identified an explained with examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Common freight codes, from a handling perspective, are classified together and described with examples. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Handle load and store freight. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Specific handling methods and attachments are identified and their use according to particular commodities/freight described. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The reasons for selecting a particular piece of lifting equipment are explained according to particular type of freight. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The specific selection of storage facilities for different freight types are explained according to organisational storage procedures. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Different freight types include but are not limited to: dangerous goods, perishables, foodstuffs, break-bulk, liquids.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Achieve maximum work performance of battery powered lifting equipment and attachments. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The operating functions of the particular lift truck relevant for the job environment, and different environmental conditions and freight types are identified and explained with examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Work performance of the equipment is evaluated against operating guidelines. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Mechanical appreciation of the lifting equipment and attachments is described with examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Lifting equipment is operated in accordance with manufacturers guidelines. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Operate freight equipment. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Operating includes the actual checking, operating, shutting down and parking of the lift truck, including load movement indicators and automatic guidance systems. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The operating functions of the particular lift truck relevant for the work environment, and different environmental conditions and freight types are explained according to organisational operating functions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The effect of the environment and equipment constraints are identified according to safe operating procedures and practices. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Corrective actions required to prevent dangerous situations arising are explained and implemented according to organisational policies and procedures. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Dangerous situation could include but are not limited to: weather, lighting conditions, poor visibility.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 
    Access available emergency support systems and services. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    A range of support that may be accessed are identified according to emergency support systems. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The most appropriate course of action is identified in relation to potential hazards in the working environment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The evacuation process is explained according to organisational evacuation procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Emergency escape procedures (via abseil) are demonstrated in accordance with safety standards and procedures. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An individual wishing to be assessed (including through RPL) against this unit standard may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution accredited by the relevant ETQA.
  • 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 or assessing this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA at its discretion. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    The following embedded knowledge is addressed in an integrated way in the unit standard:
  • Occupational Health and Safety Act; Driven Machinery regulations; environment; operating method; packaging, labelling, and personal protective equipment.
  • National Road Traffic Act where public roads are used.
  • The relevant attachments applicable to handling various categories of freight.
  • Basic mechanical appreciation.
  • Equipment dimensions/capacity and controls in relation to safety and maximum work performance.
  • Product handling and storage principles and specifications.
  • Available support systems and emergency care services.
  • The different makes (manufacturers) and codes of lift trucks in the market. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems in the case of damaged packaging/labelling. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work efficiently with others and in teams by demonstrating initiative in selecting the most appropriate means of communication with work colleagues to facilitate efficient and safe freight handling. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Manage and organise oneself by continually evaluating whether maximum work performance of lifting equipment was achieved given the operating conditions, and based on this, gain improved work performance consistently. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
  • Demonstrate initiative in selecting the most appropriate gear and equipment dependent on lift truck codes, freight characteristics and environmental conditions.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by understanding the impact of safe working practices on people safety, the environment and cost effective business operations. 
    		•

    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
    Elective  58955   National Certificate: Chemical Manufacturing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  CHIETA 
    Elective  59729   National Certificate: Mechanical Handling (Rigging)  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Elective  49450   National Certificate: Plastics Manufacturing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  61809   National Certificate: Tyre Repair and Maintenance  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  48794   National Certificate in Quality Checking of Tyres and Tyre Components  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  71989   National Certificate: Automotive Components: Manufacturing and Assembly  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  58862   National Certificate: Electro-Mechanical Winding  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  58720   National Certificate: Engineering Fabrication  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Elective  64829   National Certificate: Lifting Machine Operations  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  TETA 
    Elective  59669   National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Fitting  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Elective  23255   National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Fitting and Machining  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  91926   National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Machining and Tooling  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Elective  67609   National Certificate: Mechatronics  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  79666   National Certificate: Metal and Engineering Manufacturing Processes  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  64190   National Certificate: Metals Production  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Elective  49449   National Certificate: Plastics Manufacturing  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  36155   National Certificate: Polymer Composite Fabrication  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  79407   National Certificate: Polymer Compound Manufacturing  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  21012   National Certificate: Power and Telecommunication Cable Manufacturing  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  24217   National Certificate: Thermoplastic Fabrication  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  48798   National Certificate: Tyre and Tyre Component Manufacturing  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  48795   National Certificate: Tyre Assembly  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  57886   National Certificate: Welding Application and Practice  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 


    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. AAH Skills and Development 
    2. Access Training Centre (Pty) Ltd 
    3. Accredited Training 
    4. ACT SKILLS DEVELOPMENT 
    5. Adimire Operators Skills Training Centre 
    6. AETA Training Solutions 
    7. Africa Training Centre 
    8. AM Compliance Services (Pty) Ltd 
    9. Automotive Training Academy Lifting Equipment (pty)Ltd 
    10. Bayethe Training and Development Services cc 
    11. Bayteck Fire cc 
    12. Bell Equipment Co SA Pty Ltd - Manufacturing Division 
    13. BJS FORKLIFTS TRAINING 
    14. BPL Academy 
    15. Breerivier Training Development CC Worcester 
    16. ChamCham Corporation (PTY) Ltd 
    17. CLEO 
    18. Continuous Development Training 
    19. Culmen Wes-Kaap CC 
    20. Devolden Group 
    21. Distinctive Choice 907 CC 
    22. Diversity technology Training Institute 
    23. DMG Global Training Solutions (Pty) Ltd 
    24. Dreyer & Dreyer Risk Solutions 
    25. Durban Driver Training Centre Pty Ltd 
    26. East Coast Professional Driver Training 
    27. Econo Driver Training 
    28. Edutech Training (Pty) Ltd 
    29. Elite Squad Holdings 
    30. Exodec 388 CC 
    31. FBT Consultants CC 
    32. Forklift Equipment and construction plant Training 
    33. Global Learning Services 
    34. GREENRIM TRAINING PTY LTD 
    35. H and H Risk Solutions 
    36. Hazchemwize (PTY) Ltd 
    37. He and She Driver Training Centre 
    38. Hlanganisa Safety Solutions (Pty) Ltd 
    39. Human Resources Education Training & Development 
    40. Humrec Human Resource Training 
    41. Ikusasa Lethu Projects and Training (Pty) Ltd 
    42. Immenent HR Solutions CC 
    43. Indaba Training 
    44. Inkqubela Consultants 
    45. Insimbi Engineering & Training 
    46. ISIBANE TRAINING (PTY) LTD 
    47. Jonoglo (Pty) Ltd 
    48. Juan-Tech Rentals Pty Ltd 
    49. Juan-Tech Training Centre 
    50. Kahisano Skills Development and Training 
    51. KBC Health and Safety 
    52. Kempston Driver Academy 
    53. Kempston Driving Academy 
    54. Kulika Training and Consultancy Pty Ltd 
    55. Kwetsima (Pty) Ltd. 
    56. KZN Business Solutions And HR Management cc 
    57. Lefa Skills Academy 
    58. Licence Wise 
    59. Lifting Machinery Training 
    60. Lifting Operator Training Centre cc 
    61. LL Technical Services (PTY) LTD 
    62. M C D Technical Training Centre 
    63. MadibengGeneral Suppliers 
    64. Magas Training and Development (Pty) Ltd 
    65. Malamba Forklift Training 
    66. Marholeni M Trading Enterprize 
    67. MCLS Training 
    68. MCMEGZ Training 
    69. Mediro Training Academy 
    70. Mega Lifting Training Solutions (Pty) Ltd 
    71. Merrod Trading 122 Pty Ltd 
    72. Mittal Steel Newcastle 
    73. Nelko Training MP (Pty) Ltd 
    74. OHS Legislative Training CC 
    75. OHS TRAINING AFRICA 
    76. OHSTEC 
    77. Orion Industrial Training Services (Pty) Ltd 
    78. Precision skills development and training 
    79. Premier Conferencing cc 
    80. Primeserv Corporate Solutions (Pty) Ltd 
    81. Pro - Con Skills Centre 
    82. PRO Skills Development (Pty) Ltd 
    83. Pro-Driver Trucking Academy (Pty) Ltd 
    84. Pro-Edu Accredited Training International cc 
    85. Protrain Solutions 
    86. PROXIMAL TRADING AND TRAINING SOLUTION SA (PTY) LT 
    87. Reef Training Solutions (Pty) Ltd 
    88. Renaissance Skills Training 
    89. RPL MERCHANDISING TRAINING 
    90. SC Training 
    91. Shipping And Transport College Pty Ltd 
    92. Siyaphuhlisa Training Pty 
    93. SSS TRAINING SERVICES (PTY) LTD 
    94. Staffing Logistics 
    95. Strategic Dangerous Solutions Pty Ltd 
    96. Striving Mind Academy and Consultancy Pty Ltd 
    97. Surgophase (Pty) Ltd 
    98. SVA Training 
    99. Tagane Trading and Training Services Pty Ltd. 
    100. The National Occupational Safety and Health Consultancy NOSHC 
    101. The Skills Authority 
    102. Toyota Forklift t/a Saficon Industrial Equipment 
    103. Training Force 
    104. Trainsure -Tsebo Traiding cc 
    105. True-Blue Training (Pty) Ltd 
    106. Ubuntu Asssessors Solutions 
    107. Uthingo Training Centre 
    108. Value Logistics Limited 
    109. Various Aligned Safety And Training 
    110. Vhonisani Training Academy & Projects 
    111. Watch Tower Bible & Tract Society of SA 
    112. Westcoast Skills Training PTY LTD 
    113. WHSE Training College (Pty) Ltd 
    114. YouLearnIT Academy 
    115. Zikholwe Training and Development (pty) Ltd 


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