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

Pop maize kernels for manufacturing of popcorn 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
336760  Pop maize kernels for manufacturing of popcorn 
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 3  NQF Level 03  3 
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 is for anyone who has to pop maize kernels for the manufacturing of popcorn in a snacks manufacturing environment. A person credited with this Unit Standard is able to:
  • Demonstrate an understanding of popping maize kernels.
  • Prepare to pop maize kernels.
  • Pop maize kernels prior to further processing.
  • Perform activities after popping of maize kernels.

    This Unit Standard will contribute to the full development of the learner within the food manufacturing environment by providing recognition, further mobility and transportability within the field of manufacturing and assembly. The skills, knowledge and understanding demonstrated within this Unit Standard are essential for social and economic transformation and upliftment within the food manufacturing and processing environment. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Description of required skills:
  • Communication, Mathematical Literacy and Basic Chemistry at NQF Level 1.
  • Cleaning-in-place and/or cleaning out-of-place requirements for the popping area and equipment (where applicable).
  • Representative sampling for quality control purposes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    In the context of this Unit Standard, popping of maize kernels refers to an automated or semi-automated system. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Demonstrate an understanding of popping maize kernels. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The purpose of popping maize kernels in the manufacturing of snacks is explained according to standard food principles and within the specific context of the learner's work environment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The methods and principles of popping maize kernels in the manufacturing of snacks are identified and described according to standard food principles and within the specific context of the learner's work environment. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The explanation refers to:
  • Temperature during popping.
  • Duration of the popping process.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The popping equipment is identified and described according to standard food principles. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Food safety practices and procedures for popping of maize kernels are identified according to standard operating procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Prepare to pop maize kernels. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Personal preparation is done according to standard operating procedures. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Preparations include:
  • Food safety practices.
  • Wearing of protective clothing and safety gear.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The equipment and work area are prepared according to standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The prepared maize kernels intended for popping are obtained and checked according to standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The maize kernels intended for popping conform to site-specifications and is released accordingly and according to standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The relevant parameters are set according to standard operating procedures and site specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The equipment is started up according to standard operating procedures (where applicable). 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Pop maize kernels prior to further processing. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The prepared maize kernels are popped according to standard operating procedures and safety requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Equipment is handled according to standard operating procedures and safety requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Parameters for popping of maize kernels are monitored and controlled according to standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Samples are taken and are sent for analysis according to standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Results of sample analysis are interpreted and a conclusion is drawn on the efficiency of popping, as well as the conformance of the popped maize kernels to legal and site-specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The final product conforms to legal and site-specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    Sub-standard product is handled according to standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    Problems during popping of maize kernels are solved within scope of work. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Problem solving includes:
  • Recognition of signs of problems.
  • Identification of common problems, their causes and methods of prevention.
  • Description of the consequences of the problem.
     
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    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Perform activities after popping of maize kernels. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The equipment is shut down according to standard operating procedures (where applicable). 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The work area is cleaned according to standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Cleaning agents and equipment are stored in designated areas according to work-site requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Records of the popping process are kept in accordance with standard operating procedures. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against this Unit Standard must be registered as an assessor or moderator respectively with the relevant Education and Training Quality Assurance Body (ETQA), or with another ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement of this Unit Standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA, or with another ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Assessment and moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA, or by another ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA, according to the ETQA`s policies and guidelines for assessment and moderation.
  • Moderation must include both internal (provider-based) and external (ETQA-based) moderation of assessment, unless ETQA policies specify otherwise.
  • Assessment and moderation of assessment against this unit standard should encompass achievement of competencies described in the individual Unit Standard and may encompass achievement of integrated competencies with other Unit Standard(s).
  • Anyone wishing to be assessed against this Unit Standard may apply to be assessed by any assessment agency, assessor or provider institution that is accredited by the relevant ETQA. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Embedded knowledge is reflected within the Assessment Criteria of each Specific Outcome. 

    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems in which response displays that responsible decisions, using critical and creative thinking, have been made by:
  • Identifying and solving problems within scope of work.

    Evident in the following Specific Outcomes:
  • Prepare to pop maize kernels.
  • Pop maize kernels prior to further processing. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or community by:
  • Synchronising the popping process with other production actions.

    Evident in the following Specific Outcome:
  • Pop maize kernels prior to further processing. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and ones activities responsibly and effectively by:
  • Preparing for popping.

    Evident in the following Specific Outcome:
  • Prepare to pop maize kernels. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information by:
  • Taking samples and evaluating the results.

    Evident in the following Specific Outcome:
  • Pop maize kernels prior to further processing. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively by using mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentations by:
  • Keeping records.

    Evident in the following Specific Outcome:
  • Pop maize kernels prior to further processing. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others by:
  • Working according to safety requirements.

    Evident in the following Specific Outcomes:
  • Prepare to pop maize kernels.
  • Pop maize kernels prior to further processing.
  • Perform activities after popping of maize kernels. 
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    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 by:
  • Identifying and solving problems within scope of work.

    Evident in the following Specific Outcomes:
  • Prepare to pop maize kernels.
  • Pop maize kernels prior to further processing. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    Contribute to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of the society at large.

    Evident in the following Specific Outcomes:
  • Demonstrate an understanding of popping maize kernels.
  • Prepare to pop maize kernels.
  • Pop maize kernels prior to further processing.
  • Perform activities after popping of maize kernels. 
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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  74189   National Certificate: Cereals, Snacks, Pasta and Condiments Manufacturing  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  FOODBEV 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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