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

Conduct an issue-based risk assessment and take appropriate action 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
244508  Conduct an issue-based risk assessment and take appropriate action 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Occupational Health and Safety 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services Preventive Health 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  9 
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 
This unit standard is for learners who have to demonstrate the ability to conduct a base-line risk assessment in a work place.

Learners credited with this unit standard are capable of:
  • Explaining the specified requirements needed to conduct an issue-based risk assessment.
  • Preparing and conducting an issue-based risk assessment.
  • Initiating remedial and follow-up action for hazards identified and risks assessed. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
  • Communication at NQF Level 4.
  • Mathematical literacy at NQF Level 4. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    N/A 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Explain the concept - issue based risk assessment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Issue based risk assessment is defined in terms of hazards and their associated risks. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Information needed for the issue-based risk assessment process is explained with reference to specific hazards and the associated risks. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The importance of identifying, dealing with and reporting hazards according to specified requirements is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The sequence of control measures applied in dealing with hazards confirms understanding and is consistent. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Prepare for and conduct an issue-based risk assessment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    All relevant information applicable in identifying possible hazards and risks in the specific scenario is collated. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Hazard identification techniques are determined according to the specific situation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The issue-based risk assessment team is selected in terms of the individuals' experience in dealing with the specific risks and hazards. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The required personal protective equipment is selected and checked for operational suitability. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The issue-based risk assessment technique applied is relevant to the specific situation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The identified hazards are assessed against the relevant standards and any deviations observed are recorded. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    All activities are conducted in a manner that fosters teamwork and avoids conflict. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Initiate remedial and follow-up actions for identified hazards and assessed risks. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Control measures are applied and deviations from the standard norm are noted and rectified. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Follow-up action is initiated and implemented within the required timeframe and by the required personnel. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Reports are completed and submitted within the required time to the designated personnel. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA or ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding in place with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider through the relevant ETQA or ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding in place with the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA or ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding in place with the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines and the agreed ETQA procedures. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    N/A 

    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: By participating in the issue-based risk assessment process the individual will be required to have a basic knowledge on the specific requirements of a issue-based risk assessment and so be able to solve problems and make decisions. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as members of a team, group, organisation or community.
  • Note: The individual will have to take an active part in the issue-based risk assessment process to ensure the requirements and needs of the represented people are addressed. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage themselves and their activities responsibly and effectively.
  • Note: As part of the team, the individual will take into account the activities around him/her and ensure that his/her actions are complementary. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, organise, analyse and critically evaluate information.
  • Note: When participating in a issue-based risk assessment process, the individual will have to collect, organize and evaluate information in such a way that he/she will be able to contribute to decision-making. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively using visual, mathematics and/or language skills in the modes of oral and written presentations.
  • Note: The expectations and contributions of the represented people is communicated during the development, implementation and evaluation of the issue-based risk assessment process and feedback on the progress and results of the programme is provided. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.
  • Note: Science and technology are used at the appropriate level, e.g. in interpreting statistical data. 
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    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: He/she must understand the impact of the issue-based risk assessment process on the overall objectives of the working place. 
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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 
    Legal and Specified Requirements:

    Include, but not limited to, pertinent sections of legislation, including associated regulations and other supporting documentation.

    Legal:
  • Occupational health, safety and environment
  • Mining and minerals
  • Local government
  • Mandatory codes of practice
  • Safety standards

    Site Specific:
  • Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA).
  • Occupational Health and Safety Risk Management Programme.
  • Managerial Instructions.
  • Mine Standard Procedures.
  • List of Recorded OH&S Risks.
  • Working Guides.
  • Equipment and Materials Specifications. 
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    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  79808   National Diploma: Occupational Safety  Level 5  NQF Level 05  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.
     
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    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.