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

Monitor and verify adherence to quality documentation 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
253994  Monitor and verify adherence to quality documentation 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Plastics Manufacturing 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology Manufacturing and Assembly 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  12 
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 reflects the skills required to perform effectively in the field of inspection and assessment of non-metallics.

Qualifying learners will be able to:
  • Develop a surveillance plan.
  • Review and evaluate the process control document.
  • Verify the validity of process control data.
  • Report the inspection results and recommend modifications or improvements where required.

    Qualifying learners will also know and understand:
  • Quality principles and how to apply them.
  • Mandatory and legal requirements.
  • Key quality issues related to the particular non-metallic manufacturing process and products.

    This unit standard can be assessed in the context of polymer composite fabrication, thermoplastic fabrication or any other non-metallic fabrication.

    The skills, the knowledge and the values reflected in this unit standard form part of the exit level outcomes required for the National Diploma in Inspection and Assessment (Non-Metallic) NQF Level 5. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    The following competencies are assumed:
  • Communication and Literacy at NQF Level 4.
  • Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 4.

    In addition, learners are assumed to have a National Certificate in Inspection and Assessment (Non-Metallics) or an equivalent qualification at NQF Level 5.

    This assumption forms the basis for the allocation of credits for this unit standard. If a learner does not have such experience or qualifications, the learning time will be increased. The allocation of credits is also based on the assumption that the learner will be following a learning programme which integrates the required unit standards. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    Surveillance in this context is a systematic method for continuous monitoring of the items or process, in order to be able to verify conformance to specified requirements.

    The inspection of thermoplastic and polymer composite fabrications includes inspection of liners, coatings, insulation, attachments and repairs.

    Stated requirements refer to referenced standards and codes; the approved drawings; the technical requirements.

    Standards refer to all relevant legislation, associated regulations, local and international standards relevant to the industry, codes of practice, qualifications, inspection authority requirements, company rules and procedures.

    Quality documentation refers to all quality related documents and includes activity plans, quality assurance and quality control plans, standard operating procedures, working instructions, forms, reports, pressure test certificates, weld procedures, certificates of compliance, control sheets, etc.

    Further information on the scope and level of this unit standard is indicated by range statements related to the specific outcomes. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Identify the objectives of the monitoring process and develop a surveillance plan. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    The planning process includes setting priorities, developing budgets, determining pricing and viability of projects. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The quality documentation, related documentation and relevant standards are analysed and evaluated. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The objectives of the surveillance plan are described and explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Inspection and testing requirements are specified. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Review and evaluate process control documentation. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
  • Review includes random or period checks, inspections, observations or approval of remedial work procedures.
  • Documentation includes certification, qualification and standards; policies, procedures, works instructions, records. 
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Process control documentation meets the required standards. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The review and evaluation process is systematic and thorough. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The correct storage and the availability of all documentation is verified. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Verify the validity of the process control measurements and data. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Process control includes all aspects of the manufacturing cycle; dealing with non-conformances, corrective actions, inspection. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Reliability and accuracy of data and measurements is verified. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Appropriate statistical tools are used to verify the process control. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Examine materials, tools and equipment and determine whether they meet the requirements of the quality documentation. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
  • Materials include any materials related to or used as part of the process.
  • Tools and equipment include manufacturing and testing tools and equipment, gauges, instruments, appurtenances or attachments.
  • Tools and equipment verification includes condition, maintenance, calibration, traceability. 
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Materials, material suppliers and processes and procedures related to materials conform to the requirements of the quality documentation. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
  • Materials includes data sheets, expiry dates.
  • Process and procedures includes storage, transport.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Inspections, calibrations, repairs and maintenance processes and procedures conform to the requirements of the quality documentation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Appropriate documentary and physical checks are conducted. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Evaluate effectiveness of overall quality documentation, report on the validity of the information and recommend modifications or improvements to the quality documentation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Report is in the appropriate format and complies with technical and legal requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Structure and language of report meets communication objectives and audience requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Findings are reported accurately, clearly and in sufficient detail. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Recommended modifications or improvements take into account the context, time, engineering resources and cost implications and the degree of authority of the inspector. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 
    Establish and maintain contact between client, manufacturer and inspection authority. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    A communication process and schedule is set up and implemented. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Communications and practices promote respect and trust. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    Assessment will be governed by the policies and guidelines of a relevant Education and Training Quality Assurance body (ETQA), which has jurisdiction over this field of learning. The policies and procedures of the relevant ETQA will also determine:
  • How the assessment is moderated.
  • How a learner can appeal against the outcome of the assessment.

    Any institution or company which offers learning to achieve the purpose of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider through the relevant ETQA.

    The integrated assessment should be based on a summative assessment guide. The guide will specify how the assessor will assess different aspects of the performance and will include:
  • Evaluating evidence in a portfolio of evidence, particularly projects which integrate various aspects of the unit standard and which demonstrate the integration of knowledge, skills and values, and the development of the critical outcomes.
  • Observing and listening to the learner at work, both in primary activities as well as in other interactions, or in relevant simulations.
  • Asking questions and initiating short discussions to test understanding and to verify other evidence.
  • Looking at records and reports.
  • Formative assessment.

    Assessment of competence for this unit standard is based on experience acquired by the learner in the workplace, within the particular non-metallic manufacturing context. The assessment process should cover the explicit tasks required for the unit standard as well as the understanding of the concepts and principles that underpin the process of monitoring and verifying adherence to quality documentation.

    The assessment process should also establish how the learning process has advanced the Critical Cross-field Outcomes.

    The learner may choose in which language he/she wants to be assessed. This should be established as part of a process of preparing the learner for assessment and familiarising the learner with the approach being taken.

    Assessors should also evaluate evidence that the learner has been performing consistently over a period of time.

    The assessment for this unit standard can be done in conjunction with the assessment of other unit standards related to a qualification, and in conjunction with the assessment for the qualification as a whole. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    The following items reflect the type of knowledge that the assessor will evaluate:

    Names & functions of:
  • Tools, equipment.
  • Materials.
  • Statistical tools.

    Purpose of:
  • Non-metallic pressurised equipment and systems under pressure.
  • Quality documentation.
  • Monitoring and reviewing quality documentation.

    Attributes, descriptions, characteristics & properties:
  • Various types of non-metallic pressurised equipment and systems under pressure.
  • Quality documentation.
  • Process control documentation.
  • Various standards and codes.
  • Drawings.
  • Technical requirements.

    Processes and events:
  • Performing surveillance of non-metallic pressurised equipment and systems under pressure.
  • Fabrication, installation and testing processes.

    Causes and effects, implications of:
  • Implications of the survey.
  • Operational factors and environmental conditions impacting on quality and quality documentation.

    Procedures and techniques:
  • Surveillance techniques.
  • Application of statistical tools.
  • Compiling reports and making recommendations.

    Regulations, legislation, agreements, policies, standards:
  • Applicable codes of practice.
  • Mandatory and legal requirements.
  • Relevant safety, health and environmental legislation.
  • Ethics.

    Theory: rules, principles, laws:
  • Principles of surveillance.
  • Statistics and statistical tools.
  • Fundamental principles related to the manufacturing process, the materials and the end-use.

    Categories:
  • Tools, equipment.
  • Materials.
  • Statistical tools.
  • Standards.

    Relationships, systems:
  • The relationship between the accuracy and thoroughness of the surveillance and the value of the quality documentation. 
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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:
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of quality documentation.
  • Recommend modifications or improvements to the quality documentation. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others:
  • Interact with others to survey the quality documentation. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage myself and my activities:
  • Work systematically to perform surveillance activities. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information:
  • Analyse and evaluate the quality documentation, related documentation and relevant standards to determine the objectives of the surveillance.
  • Gather, analyse and evaluate information to determine whether or not the equipment as fabricated satisfies the stated requirements.
  • Verify the reliability and validity of data. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively:
  • Document and report findings appropriately. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically:
  • Apply relevant scientific and technological principles. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems:
  • Describe the role of the quality documentation in the overall manufacturing process.
  • Describe the role and relationship of ethics and ethical behaviour related to the purpose of the inspection and assessment activities. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    The assessor will be registered and have a qualification relevant to the field of non-metallics fabrication at NQF Level 6 or above. The assessor could also be a person registered by a relevant inspection authority. The assessor should be active in the industry and be familiar with the materials, machinery, products and level of technology in which the learner has contextualised his/her skills and knowledge. 

    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  60072   National Diploma: Inspection and Assessment (Non-Metallics)  Level 5  NQF Level 05  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2020-07-30  MERSETA 


    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.