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

Utilise Van Schoor method of train control for safe movement on rail 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
264399  Utilise Van Schoor method of train control for safe movement on rail 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Rail and Pipeline Operations 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 11 - Services Transport, Operations and Logistics 
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 replaces: 
US ID Unit Standard Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Credits Replacement Status
14637  Utilise Van Schoor method of train control for safe movement on rail  Level 3  NQF Level 03  5   

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
The qualifying learner will acquire the knowledge to understand and use the Van Schoor method of train control. They will be able to respond appropriately to the Van Schoor token and warning advice within own area of responsibility to ensure safe movement on rail.

The qualifying learner will be capable of:
  • Explaining the use of the Van Schoor method of train control.
  • Adhering to the specific instructions on the Van Schoor token and warning advice.
  • Complying with the pre-determined train arrangements at unattended places. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    It is assumed that a learner is competent in:
  • Communication at NQF Level 2.
  • Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 2. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    N/A 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Explain the use of the Van Schoor method of train control. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The types of Van Schoor tokens and warning advices are identified according to train working rules. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Types include but are not limited to Absolute/Subsidiary/Automatic/Inter-working.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The purpose of each type of token and warning advice is explained according to train working rules. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The procedures for the receipt and verification of the Van Schoor token are explained according to train working rules. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Adhere to the specific instructions on the Van Schoor token and warning advice. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Information on the token/warning advice is received and verified according to train working rules. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Specific instructions on the token are executed according to the Van Schoor token and/or warning advice. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The token is retained as authority to move over a specific section in accordance with information on the token. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Procedures for hand-over of the token at the end of a specific section are complied with according to train working rules. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Comply with pre-determined train arrangements at unattended places. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The admittance and despatch of trains is complied with according to train working rules. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The receipt and delivery of token(s) is complied with according to train working rules. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The crossing instructions at unattended places are complied with according to the warning advice. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An individual wishing to be assessed against the unit standard (including through RPL) may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution accredited by the relevant Education and Training Quality Assurance body (ETQA), or one with an appropriate memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the relevant ETQA.
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA, or one with an appropriate MOU 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 one with an appropriate MOU with the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA, or one with an appropriate MOU with the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation should include both internal and external moderation where applicable. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Methods of Van Schoor system for the purpose of safe movement on rail, under normal and abnormal circumstances.
  • POSMOR and related company-specific rules relevant to the applicable method of Van Schoor system.
  • Relevant elements of OHS Act, Act 85 of 1993.
  • Protocol of two-way communications to facilitate safe movement on rail. 
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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 related to implementing the Van Schoor method of train control in which responses display that critical thinking is used for responsible decision making. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as a member of a railway team to introduce, implement and terminate the Van Schoor method of train control. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively to ensure safety of self, personnel, equipment and infrastructure during the Van Schoor method of train control within own area of responsibility. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information about specific circumstances that warrant the introduction of the Van Schoor method of train control. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively using appropriate modes of oral and/or written persuasion in dealing with all role-players prior to, during and post Van Schoor method of train control. 

    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 
    This unit standard replaces unit standard 14637, "Utilise Van Schoor method of train control for safe movement on rail", Level 3, 5 credits. 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  49795   National Certificate: Rail Construction and Maintenance  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  TETA 
    Elective  66709   National Certificate: Rail Operations (Functional Yard Operations)  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  TETA 
    Elective  61849   Further Education and Training Certificate: Train Driving  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  TETA 


    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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