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

Perform activities to cure retreaded and repaired tyres 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
256178  Perform activities to cure retreaded and repaired tyres 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Manufacturing and Assembly Processes 
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 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
2026-06-30   2029-06-30  

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, knowledge and values required to cure retreaded and repaired tyres. Learners credited with this unit standard are able to:
  • Operate equipment safely and effectively.
  • Perform a range of tasks related to curing.
  • Identify problems while working and take corrective action.
  • Apply knowledge of curing requirements for tread rubber and repair materials when performing tasks related to curing.

    This unit standard may be assessed in the context of either the hot or the precure retread process. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    The following competencies are assumed:
  • Communication, NQF Level 1.
  • Mathematical Literacy, NQF Level 1. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
  • This unit standard encompasses both the hot and the precure retread processes.
  • Further information on the scope and level of this unit standard is indicated by range statements related to the specific outcomes or assessment criteria. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Prepare for work activity and check processed casing. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The relevant checklist is used to confirm that all materials, tools and equipment required are at the workstation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Condition of materials, tools and equipment is checked for conformance with manufacturer's specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The processed casing is checked for defects that would preclude curing and appropriate steps are taken in accordance with company procedures if required. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Prepare equipment and tyre for curing process. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    For the precure process, this includes:
  • Fitting an envelope and/or curing tube of appropriate size on the tyre.
  • Selecting the sealing assembly in which to mount the enveloped tyre according to tyre selection chart.
  • Locking the sealing assembly securely into position.

    For the hot process, this includes selecting the mould with relevant size and tread pattern. 
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Operations to prepare tyre for curing are carried out in accordance with company and/or manufacturers' procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Equipment is used in accordance with the requirements of the task and without causing damage to tyres or equipment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Safe work practices are observed throughout the process when handling tyres and equipment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Concepts and principles relevant to preparing for the curing process are described and explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The learner is able to respond to 'what', 'what if' and 'why' questions related to:
  • Contaminated or poorly prepared tyres.
  • Poorly prepared equipment (eg mould/envelope).
  • Safe and unsafe work practices.
  • Working with compressed air.
     
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    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Load prepared tyre and initiate the curing process. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
  • For the precure process the curing cycle will take place in a pressurised chamber.
  • For the hot process the curing cycle will take place in a mould. 
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Chamber/mould is loaded according to manufacturer's specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Curing process is started in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and/or company procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Safe work practices are adhered to throughout the process. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Problems experienced while working are responded to in accordance with company procedures. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Response includes reporting, where applicable.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Concepts and principles relevant to the curing process are described and explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The learner is able to respond to 'what' 'what if' and 'why' questions related to:
  • Inadequate curing and its causes.
  • Hazards associated with the process.
  • Reasons for specific safe working practices.
  • Action to be taken in the event of an emergency.
  • Need for co-ordinated effort by work team.
     
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    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Complete curing process and unload tyre. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Curing cycle is completed according to specifications set by pressurised chamber/mould manufacturer. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Cured tyre is unloaded from curing equipment in accordance with procedures set by pressurised chamber/mould manufacturer. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Any non-conformances are identified and reported according to company requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    All work is performed safely. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Perform final inspection and trimming of tyre and complete the work process. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Tyre is inspected for faults/defects according to company quality requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Tyre is trimmed of excess rubber in accordance with company procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Any non-conformances are identified and reported accurately to appropriate personnel. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Causes of routine faults are identified and action is taken in accordance with company procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Factors affecting the quality of the cured tyre are described and explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The learner is able to respond to 'what', 'what if' and 'why' questions related to:
  • Typical routine faults/non-conformances that can occur during curing and their causes.
  • The learner's own role in ensuring the quality of the curing process.
  • Knowing when rectifying of faults is within own scope and when assistance is required.
  • The implications of delays or poorly executed work.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Tools and equipment are checked, cleaned and stored in accordance with company standards and good housekeeping is maintained in the work area. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    Information on work done is recorded in accordance with company requirements. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Any individual wishing to be assessed (including through RPL) against this unit standard may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution accredited by the relevant ETQA, or an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA, or an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard or assessing this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA, or an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA at its discretion.
  • 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 tyre retreading 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.
  • 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 assessment for 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:
  • Specific equipment required by the process.
  • Tools and equipment.

    Purpose of:
  • Preparing the tyre for curing.
  • Curing.
  • Curing time.

    Attributes, descriptions, characteristics and properties:
  • Defects and their causes.
  • Materials.
  • Equipment.

    Processes and events:
  • Curing process.
  • Equipment failure, safety emergencies, etc, and how to respond.

    Causes and effects, implications of:
  • Inadequate curing and its causes.
  • Contaminated or poorly prepared tyres.
  • Poorly prepared equipment (e.g. mould/envelope).
  • Safe and unsafe practices.
  • Lack of a co-ordinated effort.
  • Poor planning, sequencing.
  • Impact on costs of delays or poorly executed work.

    Procedures and techniques:
  • Using production equipment.
  • Handling tyres and equipment.
  • Curing.
  • Inspection.
  • Using safety equipment.
  • Cleaning and maintenance.

    Sensory cues:
  • Related to correct and incorrect positioning or use of tools and materials.
  • Related to identifying defects and checking quality.
  • Related to recognising out-of-specification products, process problems and faulty materials.

    Regulations, legislation, agreements, policies, standards:
  • Safety standards and regulations.
  • Manufacturer's specifications and repair charts.
  • Applicable safety, health and environmental (SHE) requirements.

    Theory: rules, principles, laws:
  • Scientific concepts related curing.

    Relationships, systems:
  • Relationship of tread condition to functionality of tyre.
  • Relationship of curing process to quality of tread/tyre. 
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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:
  • Identify and respond to problems which impact on safety, quality and cost. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others:
  • Contribute to the workgroup's effort to maintain cleanliness, safety and quality. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage myself and my activities:
  • Apply procedures and practices that will reduce the possibility of accidents, damage and time taken to complete the work. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information:
  • Collect sensory and numeric information.
  • Classify the information and identify deviations from the norm. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively:
  • Use common industry terms for tools, equipment, materials and processes.
  • Give information or respond to instructions that relate to the group effort. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically:
  • Select and use tools and equipment related to mass, size and shape.
  • Apply principles of lifting, moving and fastening. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems:
  • Identify issues which may subsequently impact on the final product. 
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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
    Elective  61809   National Certificate: Tyre Repair and Maintenance  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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