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

Perform routine maintenance on gas equipment and appliances 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
246570  Perform routine maintenance on gas equipment and appliances 
ORIGINATOR
Chemical Industries SGB 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology Engineering and Related Design 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 2  NQF Level 02  6 
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 
Learners who demonstrate competence as described in the outcomes of this unit standard will be able to perform routine maintenance on gas equipment and appliances under supervision.

The qualifying learner is able to:
  • Plan and prepare for routine maintenance.
  • Obtain all materials required to perform the job.
  • Perform routine maintenance activities.
  • Monitor the condition of machinery and equipment.

    This unit standard will contribute to the full development of any learner within the gas installations environment, by providing recognition, further mobility and transportability within the field. The knowledge, skills and understanding demonstrated in this unit standard are essential for upliftment, social and economic transformation in the gas installation environment. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Learners accessing this unit standard will have demonstrated competence against mathematical literacy and literacy at ABET Level 4, NQF Level 1 or equivalent. 

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The typical context of this unit standard assumes an existing or new domestic or commercial gas installation site.

    The typical scope of this unit standard includes one of the following but is not limited to:
  • LPG installations.
  • Natural gas installations.
  • Compressed gas installations.
  • Medical installations.

    Range statements, which are applicable to the Unit Standard title, Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria are found beneath the applicable assessment criteria. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Plan and prepare for routine maintenance. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The job requirements are obtained, listed and clarified with the (internal or external) client. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The job is planned to include sequence and estimated timing of events. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    A job card is prepared to indicate basic job requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    An assessment is made of equipment, parts and materials required for the job. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    An evaluation is made of consumables, lubricants and coolants required for the job. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Obtain all materials required to perform the job. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Equipment, parts and materials are acquired based on specific job requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Consumables, lubricants and coolants are acquired based on specific job requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Tools, specialised tools and testing equipment are obtained and prepared based on specific job requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Cleaning agents and materials are prepared or obtained for the job. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Plans and drawings are obtained before the start of the job. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Perform routine maintenance activities. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Minor adjustments are made, settings are changed and fasteners are tightened in accordance with manufacturer specifications and schedules. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Consumables are refilled and serviceable components are replaced in accordance with equipment manufacturer specifications and schedules. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Equipment is checked for safe operation, leaks and mechanical integrity. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Problems that cannot be rectified are immediately reported in accordance with workplace procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Machines and workplace are cleaned and waste is disposed of in accordance with general good housekeeping standards. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Work is checked for conformance to quality requirements and general good workmanship. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    Applicable health, safety, environmental and housekeeping procedures are adhered to in accordance with workplace procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Monitor the condition of machinery and equipment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Machine and equipment condition is monitored in accordance with workplace procedures. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Monitoring should take place for a sufficient time period to ensure that mechanical faults, leaks and malfunctioning equipment are identified.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Checks and tests required to verify safe working of equipment are performed in accordance with procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Machine and equipment condition is reported in an accurate and clear manner. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Tools and equipment are stored in allocated areas. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Administrative functions are completed in accordance to workplace requirements. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An assessor, accredited with a relevant NQF Level 2 or higher qualification, will assess the learner's competency.
  • Only an assessor with considerable first hand experience in gas installations will assess the learner's competency.
  • Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against this Qualification must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Direct observation in simulated or actual work conditions is required. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    The qualifying learner understands and is able to:
  • Plan and prepare for routine maintenance.
  • Obtain all materials required to perform the job.
  • Perform routine maintenance activities.
  • Monitor the condition of machinery and 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 
    The learner is able to identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions, using critical and creative thinking, have been made by:
  • Performing checks and tests required to verify safe working of equipment.

    Refer to the following Specific Outcome:
  • Monitor the condition of machinery and equipment. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or community:
  • Obtaining the job requirements from the (internal or external) client.
  • Reporting problems that cannot be rectified.
  • Reporting machine and equipment condition.

    Refer to the following Specific Outcomes:
  • Plan and prepare for routine maintenance.
  • Perform routine maintenance activities.
  • Monitor the condition of machinery and equipment. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    The learner is able to organise and manage himself and his activities responsibly and effectively:
  • Planning the job to include sequence and estimated timing of events.
  • Obtaining all materials required to perform the job.
  • Completing administrative functions.

    Refer to the following Specific Outcomes:
  • Plan and prepare for routine maintenance.
  • Obtain all materials required to perform the job. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information by:
  • Assessing the equipment, parts and materials required for the job.
  • Obtaining plans and drawings before the start of the job.

    Refer to the following Specific Outcomes:
  • Plan and prepare for routine maintenance.
  • Obtain all materials required to perform the job. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively by using mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentations by:
  • Obtaining the job requirements from the (internal or external) client.
  • Preparing a job card to indicate basic job requirements.
  • Reporting problems that cannot be rectified.
  • Reporting machine and equipment condition.

    Refer to the following Specific Outcomes:
  • Plan and prepare for routine maintenance.
  • Perform routine maintenance activities.
  • Monitor the condition of machinery and equipment. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others:
  • Checking equipment for safe operation, leaks and mechanical integrity.
  • Adhering to applicable health, safety, environmental and housekeeping procedures.

    Refer to the following Specific Outcome:
  • Perform routine maintenance activities. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by:
  • Understanding how to perform routine maintenance on gas equipment and appliances.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    Contribute to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of the society at large by:
  • Understanding the role of routine maintenance on gas equipment and appliances in the gas industry and the effect it has on the growth and development of the organisation, its customers and employees.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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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 
    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  59015   National Certificate: Gas Installations  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  CHIETA 


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