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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
Maintain the electrical system of winder installations |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
258940 | Maintain the electrical system of winder installations | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Electrical Engineering & Construction | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | ||||
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FIELD | SUBFIELD | |||
Field 12 - Physical Planning and Construction | Electrical Infrastructure Construction | |||
ABET BAND | UNIT STANDARD TYPE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS |
Undefined | Regular | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 5 |
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 will be useful for persons who will be involved in the maintenance and repair of electrical equipment in the mining industry and specifically to maintain the electrical system of winder operations.
People credited with this unit standard are able to: The skills, knowledge and understanding demonstrated within this unit standard are essential for social and economic transformation and contribute to the upliftment and economic growth of the mining and minerals sector. This unit standard is intended to promote general skills, knowledge and understanding of maintaining the electrical system of winder operations in the mining and minerals sector in order to ensure knowledgeable and informed workers. |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
It is assumed that learners are already competent in:
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UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
The following context applies to the whole unit standard:
Winder may include but is not limited to: Maintenance must include but is not limited to: |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Explain the factors critical to maintaining the electrical system of winder installations. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The purpose of shaft signalling and communication systems is explained in terms of safety and communication. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The application of the different types of cleaning material, equipment and solvents are explained with reference to occupational health, safety and impact on the environment. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The various cleaning methods are explained in accordance with company procedures and manufacturer's specifications. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The code of signals is explained in terms of company procedures. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Prepare to maintain the electrical system of winder installations. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Permission is obtained in accordance with company procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The required personal protective equipment is selected, examined and used in a manner that protects the individual from injury. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Tools, material and test equipment required are selected, examined and transported in accordance with laid down procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
Affected parties are notified of scheduled inspections in accordance with company procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
Workplace-based hazards and associated significant occupational health and safety-related risks are identified and dealt with in accordance with hazard identification procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
The consequences of not preparing to maintain the electrical system of winder installations in line with company procedures and manufacturers specifications are explained in terms of potential effect on the environment, occupational health, safety and production. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Consequences must include those relating to:
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SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Maintain the electrical system of winder installations. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Personal protective equipment is used in a manner that protects the individual from injury. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The winder installation to be maintained is identified in accordance with the inspection schedule and identification markings. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Power is switched off and lockout procedures are adhered to in accordance with company procedure. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The winder installation is inspected in accordance with the inspection schedule. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
Hazards and risks directly related to the inspection of the system are identified and addressed in accordance with hazard identification procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
Interpersonal interaction is positive, consistent with company policy, promotes effective teamwork, and avoids dysfunctional conflict. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 |
Tools, material and equipment are used in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 |
The consequences of not maintaining the electrical system of a winder installation in line with company procedures and manufacturers specifications are explained in terms of potential effect on the environment, occupational health, safety and production. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Consequences must include those for:
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SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
Test the electrical system of winder operations and prepare for operation. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The power is switched on in accordance with company procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The winder installation is tested for correct operation in accordance with company procedures and manufacturers specifications. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The workplace is cleaned to comply with specified housekeeping practices. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
Tools, material and equipment are cleaned, inspected and stored in accordance with laid down procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
The feedback report complies with company procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
The consequences of not testing the electrical system of winder operations and not preparing for operation in line with company procedures and manufacturers specifications are explained in terms of potential effect on the environment, occupational health, safety and production. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Consequences must include those for:
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UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE |
The following embedded knowledge is addressed in an integrated way in the unit standard:
Knowledge relating to maintaining the electrical system of a winder installation: Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Issues: Applicable statutory requirements: Communication: |
UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES |
N/A |
Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING |
Work effectively with others as members of a team, group, organisation or community.
Note: The learner demonstrates the understanding that in an engineering environment affective teamwork is of utmost importance in working safely and productively. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING |
Organise and manage themselves and their activities responsibly and effectively.
Note: The learner demonstrates understanding that activities, tools and equipment have to be managed effectively in order to ensure safe and efficient engineering activities. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING |
Communicate effectively, using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentations.
Note: The learner demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively with co-workers in the engineering environment, in which team members interact with each other and with those of other teams. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE |
Use science and technology effectively and critically showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.
Note: The learner demonstrates an understanding of and ability to use advanced engineering techniques, technology, materials and equipment. |
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: The learner demonstrates understanding that various systems contribute to the overall safety and productivity of an engineering environment, and that it is as important to contribute to the efficiency of those systems as to be supported by them. |
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 | 72051 | National Certificate: Electrical Engineering | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 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. |
1. | CLEAN HEAT ENERGY SAVING SOLUTIONS (PTY) LTD |
2. | MSC ARTISAN ACADEMY |
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. |