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

Perform a procedures audit 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
253997  Perform a procedures audit 
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  10 
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:
  • Use auditing tools and techniques to evaluate the effectiveness of all procedures, policies, plans and instructions.
  • Identify non-compliances in the quality documentation.
  • Report findings and recommend changes.

    Qualifying learners will also know and understand:
  • Auditing 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 skill, 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, NQF Level 4.
  • Mathematical Literacy, 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 
    Audit refers to a formal planned and documented process conducted by an independent person to determine whether agreed upon requirements are being met. In this context it relates to evaluating the effectiveness of the quality procedures, policies, plans and instructions to comply with customer requirements which would also include the relevant quality standard or the requirements of national or international inspection authorities or certification bodies.

    A procedures audit evaluates the quality policies, procedures, manufacturing plans and work instructions on the basis of:
  • Is every aspect of the process documented?
  • Are all the documented requirements being followed?
  • Are the procedures, policies, plans and instructions effective, i.e. producing the intended result?

    Performing audits includes setting audit objectives, planning the process, preparing the necessary documents, conducting visual inspections, recognising non-compliances, drawing conclusions and compiling the reports.

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

    Component/s cover any aspect of fabrication or installation.

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

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Identify the objectives of the audit, select audit criteria and plan the audit process. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Planning includes setting priorities, developing budgets, determining pricing and viability of projects, sampling, applying computer assisted audit techniques. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Appropriate resources are used to determine the scope and objectives of the audit. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Scope includes a list of all quality policies, procedures, work instructions, documents.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Appropriate audit criteria are selected and justified. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Justification is in terms of:
  • Is it documented?
  • Is it being applied (used)?
  • Is it effective in its application?
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The audit plan is comprehensive, practical and will meet the audit criteria. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Sufficient background information is obtained from a number of sources in order to ensure that the process is as comprehensive as possible. This includes prior audits, interviewing relevant personnel, clients and users. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The plan anticipates areas where there could be non-compliances and targets typical practices that compromise the quality system. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Select the auditing tools and prepare the audit documentation. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Audit tools include manual and or computer aided audit tools. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Audit documentation meets the criteria established by the relevant standards. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Relevant standards include national standards (SANS) pressure equipment directives; product and application specific standards, e.g. hazardous materials; HAACP; environmental standards; manufacturer's specifications for the storage, use and disposal of materials used in the manufacturing process.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Appropriate auditing tools are selected and their selection is justified. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The audit tools and documentation address all aspects of the audit scope and objectives. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Conduct the audit, evaluate the evidence and record findings. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Conduct the audit includes field work, documentation review, developing flow charts, testing processes, interviews with key personnel. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The audit process is systematic and thorough. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The approach to the audit is sufficiently flexible to respond to anomalies uncovered during the audit process. 

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

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The audit process minimises disruption of normal operations. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Identify typical areas for non-compliance and check them for compliance. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    This activity identifies whether the qualifying learner has sufficient knowledge and experience of the field to be able to anticipate where non-compliances is likely to occur within the particular context. Typical non-compliances will include short-cuts, not applying health and safety standards, speeding up processes to reduce manufacturing time, poor manufacturing techniques, etc. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The selection of typical non-compliances demonstrates knowledge and experience of the manufacturing process. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The selection of typical non-compliances demonstrates a knowledge of human nature. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Summarise findings, compile report and make recommendations. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Compile report includes draft reports, collecting comments from relevant personnel and refining the final report. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Findings are reported accurately, clearly and in sufficient detail. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Report is in the appropriate format, complies with technical and legal and requirements and is completed timeously. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Structure and language of report meets communication objectives and audience requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Recommendations made are relevant, constructive and practical. 


    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 performing a procedures audit.

    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:
  • Terminology and concepts related to performing a procedures audit.
  • Auditing tools and techniques.
  • Non-compliances and patterns of non-compliance.

    Purpose of:
  • Performing a procedures audit.
  • Audit tools.

    Attributes, descriptions, characteristics & properties:
  • Procedures audits.
  • Reports.
  • Audit requirements of various standards.
  • Common non-compliances associated with a particular materials or manufacturing process.

    Processes and events:
  • Planning the audit process.
  • Identifying the scope of the audit.
  • Selecting audit criteria.
  • Performing audits.

    Causes and effects, implications of:
  • Implications of not identifying the scope of the audit correctly.
  • Implications of selecting inappropriate audit criteria.
  • Implications of non-compliances.

    Procedures and techniques:
  • Auditing.
  • Compiling reports and making recommendations.
  • Anticipating non-compliances.

    Sensory cues:
  • Related to identifying non-compliances.

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

    Theory: rules, principles, laws:
  • Principles of auditing.

    Categories:
  • Audits.
  • Procedures.
  • Legal requirements.

    Relationships, systems:
  • The role of the audit in ensuring the quality of the manufactured components. 
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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:
  • Anticipate and pro-actively investigate typical non-compliances. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others:
  • Interact with others to perform the audit. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage myself and my activities:
  • Work systematically to perform the audit. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information:
  • Collect and analyse audit information, summarise findings and make recommendations. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively:
  • 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 audit in the overall manufacturing process. 
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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 
    The knowledge required would typically be obtained in a quality auditing course. 

    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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