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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
Extinguish a fire by means of a portable fire extinguisher |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
244448 | Extinguish a fire by means of a portable fire extinguisher | |||
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 1 | NQF Level 01 | 1 |
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 replaces: |
US ID | Unit Standard Title | Pre-2009 NQF Level | NQF Level | Credits | Replacement Status |
119127 | Extinguish a fire underground by means of a portable fire extinguisher | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 1 |
PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD |
This unit standard will be useful to people who have to extinguish a fire by means of a portable fire extinguisher.
People credited with this unit standard are able to: The skills, knowledge and understanding demonstrated within this unit standard contribute to social and economic transformation and the upliftment and economic growth of the mining and minerals sector by being competent to extinguish a fire by means of a portable fire extinguisher as part of the mining process. This unit standard is intended to promote general skills, knowledge and understanding of persons co-responsible for the safety of an underground workplace in the mining and minerals sector in order to ensure knowledgeable, competent and informed workers. |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
The credit calculation is based on the assumption that learners are already competent in terms of the following outcomes or areas of learning when starting to learn towards this unit standard:
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UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
N/A |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Explain the critical factors pertaining to the extinguishing of a fire by means of a portable fire extinguisher. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The explanation of the significant risks and consequences associated with the workplace hazards pertaining to the extinguishing of a fire by means of a portable fire extinguisher, is according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Workplace hazards must include:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The explanation of the significant risks and consequences associated with the work related hazards pertaining to the extinguishing of a fire by means of a portable fire extinguisher, is according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Work-related hazards must include:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The specified requirements pertaining to the basic principle of operation of the portable fire extinguisher are explained. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The various types of fires that could be encountered are listed and the specified requirements pertaining to the substances required to extinguish each type of fire are explained. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Prepare to extinguish the fire. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The required personal protective equipment is available, fit for purpose, in good working order and used according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The required fire extinguisher is selected and examined to be ready for operation according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The area where the fire is to be extinguished is examined for workplace hazards and such hazards are dealt with according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Workplace hazards must include:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
Inadvertent entry of persons into the affected area is prevented according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
The explanation of the consequences to safety, occupational health and production, if specified requirements are not adhered to whilst preparing to extinguish the fire, is according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Range must include consequences of non-adherence to specified requirements in terms of:
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SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Extinguish the fire. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The fire is extinguished in accordance with specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Range must include:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Work-related hazards are dealt with according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Work-related hazards must include:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Working in proximity of open flames.Interpersonal interaction is positive, consistent with specified requirements and promotes effective teamwork. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The explanation of the consequences to safety, occupational health and production, if specified requirements are not adhered to whilst extinguishing the fire, is according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Range must include consequences of non-adherence to specified requirements in terms of:
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SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
Perform post-extinguishing activities. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The fire extinguisher is prepared and stored for subsequent use and if defective, it is dealt with according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Reports are completed and submitted according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The explanation of the consequences to safety, occupational health and production, if specified requirements are not adhered to whilst performing post- extinguishing activities, is according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Range must include consequences of non-adherence to specified requirements in terms of:
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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:
> Area examination processes. > Analysis processes. > Problem solving and evaluation processes. > Hazards and risks not dealt with. > Sub-standard work practices. > Sub-standard use of tools and equipment. > Method of extinguishing a fire. > Safety, occupational health and environmental legislation and regulations. > Quality policies, standards and agreements. |
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.
Note: The ability of the learner to identify sub-standard and hazardous conditions, assess and take appropriate action. |
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 COLLECTING |
Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
Note: The ability of the learner to reconcile the information from visual and physical examinations and constantly evaluate the changing situation. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING |
Communicate effectively, using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentations.
Note: The appropriate communication with the relevant personnel with regard to the reporting of hazards and sub-standard conditions will indicate his/her proficiency in effective communication. |
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 recognise the importance of timeously extinguishing a fire within an underground workplace safely and to understand the consequences of not adhering to standards in terms of the safety of all persons working underground. |
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 |
This unit standard replaces unit standard 119127, "Extinguish a fire underground by means of a portable fire extinguisher", Level 1, 1 credits.
Terminology: Specified requirements: Specified requirements include legal and site-specific requirements and are contained in one or more of the following documents: Legal: Site specific: Notes to Assessors: Assessors should keep the following principles in mind when designing and conducting assessments against this unit standard: The following particular issues should be taken into consideration when assessing against this unit standard: Unit Standard Justification: Level: Attribute; Level; Justification: Average Level: 12/9 = 1.33. Actual Level Assigned: 1. Credits: Total hours required by the learner to achieve the required outcome: Activity; Hours: Credits Achieved: 12/10 = 1.2. Actual Credits Assigned: 1. |
QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | STATUS | END DATE | PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY | |
Core | 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. |
1. | ADCORP TECHNICAL TRAINING (PTY) LTD |
2. | ALLOYS HEAD OFFICE |
3. | Anglo American Platinum Amendelbult Concentrators |
4. | ASSMANG (PTY) LTD |
5. | AVENG (AFRICA) (PTY) LTD |
6. | BAFOKENG RASIMONE MANAGEMENT SERVICES PTY LTD |
7. | BANA BA THARI MINING TRANING AND DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY |
8. | BARBERTON MINES (PTY) LTD |
9. | BOOYSENDAL PLATINUM (PTY) LTD |
10. | COLLIERY TRAINING COLLEGE (PTY) LTD |
11. | CONCOR PROJECTS PTY LTD |
12. | DWARSRIVER CHROME MINE (PTY) LTD |
13. | EASTERN CHROME MINES |
14. | EASTERN CHROME MINES SAMANCOR |
15. | FINSCH DIAMOND MINE(PTY) LTD |
16. | FOSKOR (PTY) LTD |
17. | GEOSTRAT TRAINING |
18. | GLENCORE OPERATIONS SOUTH AFRICA PTY LTD |
19. | HARMONY GOLD MINING CO LTD |
20. | HOTAZEL MANGANESE MINES (PTY) LTD |
21. | IMPALA PLATINUM SERVICES LTD |
22. | JUAB GENERAL DEALER |
23. | malandela Training and Development (PTY)LTD |
24. | MANCAS CONSULTINGS CC |
25. | MARULA PLATINUM PTY LTD |
26. | MATHOME TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT (PTY) LTD |
27. | METSKILL PTY LTD |
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 |
35. | PROGRESSIVE TRAINING DEVELOPMENT AND PROJECTS (PTY) LTD |
36. | RICHARDS BAY MINING PTY LTD |
37. | SASOL GLOBAL LEARNING |
38. | SENZEKO EXECUTIVE RISK CC |
39. | SETLOBOKGO HOLDINGS (PTY) LTD |
40. | SIBANYE GOLD ACADEMY PROPRIETARY LIMITED |
41. | SIBANYE RUSTENBURG PLATINUM MINES PTY LTD |
42. | STARCROW 36 (PTY) LTD |
43. | TAU LEKOA GOLD MINING COMPANY (PTY) LTD |
44. | TSHUANA DI SA HWEGO HRD SOLUTIONS |
45. | TWO RIVERS PLATINUM (PTY) LTD |
46. | WESTERN CHROME MINES |
47. | XTRACT TRAINING SERVICES (SA)(PTY)LTD |
48. | ZULEK TRAINING SPECIALISTS |
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. |