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

Use security equipment 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
244176  Use security equipment 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Security 
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 2  NQF Level 02  2 
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 replaces: 
US ID Unit Standard Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Credits Replacement Status
12328  Use and maintain basic security equipment  Level 2  NQF Level 02  6   

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
This unit standard will enable learners to use security equipment in various situations. Learners will be able to understand when and how certain equipment may be used and under which conditions. Learners will also be able to ascertain whether the equipment is in working condition or whether it should be referred to a maintenance team. This unit standard will also enable learners to handle, store and handover security equipment.

A person credited with this unit standard will be able to:
  • Explain the safekeeping and storing of security equipment.
  • Demonstrate the use of security equipment.
  • Confirm the working condition of security equipment. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
  • Communication at NQF Level 1 or equivalent. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    This unit standard applies to persons working in a security environment who have to use security equipment during the course of their duty. Equipment is used in accordance with its intended purpose, and maintained to ensure serviceability when needed during the course of duty.

    Security equipment includes but is not limited to:
  • PR 24 or Tonfa baton.
  • Straight baton.
  • Constraint apparatus.
  • Flashlights (rechargeable and battery operated).
  • Defensive sprays.
  • Two way radios.
  • Portable searching equipment.
  • Walk through metal detectors.
  • Body Armour.
  • Keys. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Explain the safekeeping and storing of security equipment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Methods in which security equipment is carried and worn are described to inform practical use. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The reasons for receiving and returning security equipment in a working condition are described for hand over and take over purposes. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Storage methods of equipment are described for safekeeping purposes. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Explain the use of security equipment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Types of security equipment are described according to their uses. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The use of security equipment is explained within a given situation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Safeguarding of security equipment is explained within the context of the safety of the user, general public and equipment. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The use of security equipments may refer to but is not limited to handling and ensuring equipment is clean, used and carried according to prescribed methods.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Confirm the working condition of security equipment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Security equipment is inspected in order to ascertain its working condition. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Defects in security equipment are identified to contribute towards the functionality of such equipment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Procedures of dealing with and reporting on defective equipment are described with reference to potential consequences. 


    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. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Workplace policies and procedures regarding the use and maintenance of security equipment. 
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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 related to the utilisation and functioning of security equipment. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others in the process of using and checking security equipment. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information related to the use and functioning of security equipment. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively with others when using security equipment. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems where the improper use and functioning of security equipment will have a negative impact on the security situation. 

    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  58577   National Certificate: General Security Practices  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  SAS SETA 


    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.
     
    NONE 


    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.