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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
Transport explosives and accessories by means of a Self Propelled mobile machine |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
244440 | Transport explosives and accessories by means of a Self Propelled mobile machine | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Mining and Minerals | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | ||||
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FIELD | SUBFIELD | |||
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology | Fabrication and Extraction | |||
ABET BAND | UNIT STANDARD TYPE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS |
Undefined | Regular | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
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 skills, knowledge and understanding demonstrated within this unit standard are essential for social and economic transformation and contribute to the upliftment and economic growth of the mining and minerals sector.
This unit standard is intended to promote general skills, knowledge and understanding of transporting explosives and accessories using a self-propelled mobile machine in the mining and minerals sector in order to ensure knowledgeable and informed workers. People credited with this unit standard are able to: |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
It is recommended that persons attempting this Unit Standard are able to:
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UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
Open. |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Explain the transportation of explosives and accessories by means of a self-propelled mobile machine. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The significant risks and consequences associated with the work-related hazards pertaining to the transportation of explosives and accessories by means of a self-propelled mobile machine are explained according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Range must include:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The significant risks and consequences associated with the workplace hazards pertaining to the transportation of explosives and accessories are explained according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Range must include hazards relating to:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The explanation describes the importance of transporting explosives and accessories with a self propelled mobile machine according to specified requirements and the consequences to occupational health, safety and production if these requirements are not adhered to. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The basic principles of operation of an Self Propelled Mobile Machine and the functions thereof are explained according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Basic principles of operation must include:
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SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Prepare to transport explosives and accessories using a self-propelled mobile machine. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The required personal protective equipment is available, fit for purpose and used in accordance with its design and specific requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The required tools and equipment are available, fit for purpose and used according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The workplace, parking area and roadway are examined and workplace hazards are dealt with according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Range must include hazards relating to:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The pre-use and after start inspection is conducted according to specified requirements. Defects identified are dealt with according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
The quantity and types of explosives to be transported are verified to be according to specific requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
The consequences to occupational safety, occupational health and productivity if specified requirements are not adhered to whilst preparing to transport explosives and accessories using a self-propelled mobile machine is explained according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Range must include consequences relating to:
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SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Transport explosives and accessories. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The explosives and accessories are transported according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Specified requirements must include those relating to:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The area and equipment where explosives and accessories are to be transported are continuously examined for critical workplace hazards and these hazards are dealt with according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Critical workplace hazards must include:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The permissible capacity and types of explosives are loaded and secured/off-loaded and handed over according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
Interpersonal interaction is positive, consistent with specified requirements and promotes effective teamwork. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
The self-propelled mobile machine is parked in the designated area, and prepared for subsequent operations according to specific requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
Reports are completed and submitted in accordance with specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 |
The consequence to occupational safety, occupational health and productivity if specified requirements are not adhered to whilst transporting/loading and off loading of explosives and accessories using a self-propelled mobile machine is explained. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Consequences relating to:
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UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE |
The following embedded knowledge is addressed in an integrated way in the unit standard:
Risks associated with work related hazards: Risks associated with workplace hazards: Basic principles of operation: Processes and events: Occupational health, safety and environment: Applicable statutory requirements for transporting explosives and accessories by a self propelled mobile machine: Communication requirements: |
UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES |
N/A |
Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING |
Work effectively with others as members of a team, group, organisation or community.
Note: The ability and willingness of the learner to accept and interpret work instructions correctly. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING |
Organise and manage themselves and their activities responsibly and effectively.
Note: The ability of the learner to indicate what methods, tools and personal protective equipment is required and communicate to fellow workers his/her intentions and assistance required. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE |
Use science and technology effectively and critically showing responsibility towards the environment and occupational health of others.
Note: The learner demonstrates an understanding of and ability to use advanced mining technology in terms of production, safety and communication. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING |
Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation.
Note: The ability of the learner to identify and refer anomalous behaviour to a specialist confirms understanding that a specific observation, inference, action or decision can have a devastating effect. |
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 |
Terminology:
Specified Requirements: Specified requirements include legal and site-specific requirements and are contained in one or more of the following documents: > Relevant Acts, e.g. Mine Health & Safety Act, 1996 (Act No. 29/1996), and Minerals Act and Regulations, 1991 (Act No. 50/1991). > Mandatory Codes of Practice. > SANS and other relevant standards. > Chief Inspector of Mines' Directives/Instructions. > Guidelines issued by the Chief Inspector of Mines. > Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA). > Occupational Health and Safety Risk Management Programme. > Voluntary Codes of Practice. > Managerial Instructions. > Mine Standard Procedures. > List of Recorded OH&S Risks. > Working Guides. > Equipment and Materials Specifications of 1993. |
QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | STATUS | END DATE | PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY | |
Elective | 58739 | National Certificate: Mining Operations for Underground Hard Rock | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MQA |
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. |
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2. | ALLOYS HEAD OFFICE |
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6. | AVENG (AFRICA) (PTY) LTD |
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14. | EASTERN CHROME MINES |
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28. | MMTI Holdings |
29. | MODIKWA MINING PERSONNEL SERVICES PTY L TD |
30. | MOTOTOLO MINE |
31. | MURRAY & ROBERTS CEMENTATION (PTY)LTD |
32. | NORTHAM PLATINUM LTD |
33. | PALABORA COPPER (PTY) LTD |
34. | PRISMA TRAINING SOLUTIONS (PTY) LTD |
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37. | SASOL GLOBAL LEARNING |
38. | SENZEKO EXECUTIVE RISK CC |
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40. | SIBANYE GOLD ACADEMY PROPRIETARY LIMITED |
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42. | TAU LEKOA GOLD MINING COMPANY (PTY) LTD |
43. | TWO RIVERS PLATINUM (PTY) LTD |
44. | WESTERN CHROME MINES |
45. | XTRACT TRAINING SERVICES (SA)(PTY)LTD |
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. |