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

Wash laundry items using conventional washing machines and washer extractors 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
377690  Wash laundry items using conventional washing machines and washer extractors 
ORIGINATOR
Task Team - Hygiene and Cleaning 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 11 - Services Cleaning, Domestic, Hiring, Property and Rescue Services 
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 
Learners credited with this unit standard are able to wash, organize and control the washing process using conventional rotary washing machines and washer-extractor washing equipment.

Qualifying learners are able to:
  • Plan and prepare to wash a laundry batch.
  • Wash laundry items.
  • Perform end of washing procedures. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    It is assumed that learners are competent in Communication and Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 1 or the equivalent. 

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    N/A 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Plan and prepare to wash a laundry batch. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The care labels and symbols on laundry items are interpreted, stating the impact on the washing process. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The types of fibres and fabrics are described in terms of their reaction and sensitivity to chemicals, mechanical action and temperature and the washing and drying process to be used. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Laundry machine is prepared in accordance with laundry to be washed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Chemicals, detergents and programmes are selected in accordance with the laundry to be washed, the type and degree of soiling and the specific machinery to be used. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The work is planned according to worksite procedure and priority. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Wash laundry items. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The washing machine is loaded with items to be washed according to manufacturer's weight load instructions and the type of article to be processed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The correct programme is chosen for each washing machine used taking consideration of how the wash process operates, the type of textile to be washed, the temperature to be used, the types of chemicals used and time of the wash and rinse process. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The washing machinery is operated in accordance with worksite procedures and manufacturer's instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Manually operated wash processes are controlled to ensure optimal performance and operator safety. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Automatically controlled processes (via PLC or programmable card) are observed to ensure all process parameters are achieved. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    A malfunctioning washing machine is stopped and the malfunction reported in accordance with worksite procedures and manufacturer's instructions. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Perform end of wash procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Washed items are checked for compliance. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Unsatisfactory items are removed and redirected in accordance with worksite procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Faulty equipment is reported according to worksite procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Defects or faults identified relating to the operation of the washing machine, services and supplies or with the operation of the wash process are reported according to work site procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Waste is disposed of in accordance with worksite procedures and environmental regulations. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Routine maintenance of washing machine is done according to the manufacturer's instructions, preventative maintenance and worksite procedures. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against the unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant Education, Training, Quality, Assurance (ETQA) Body, or with an 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 Education, Training, Quality, Assurance (ETQA) Body, or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Assessment and moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant Education, Training, Quality, Assurance (ETQA) Body, or by an 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 and external moderation of assessments, unless ETQA policies specify otherwise. Moderation should also encompass achievement of the competence described in the associated unit standards.
  • Anyone wishing to be assessed against this qualification 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 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems relating to soiled items, deviation from laundry plan and laundry machine. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others when loading laundry in the machine. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage myself and my activities when choosing the appropriate laundry programme for the laundry and using the correct chemical for the laundry. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect and analyse information regarding laundry to be laundered in relation to soil type and quality of laundered items. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    The qualifying learner is able to communicate effectively with key role players using relevant modes of communication when planning for laundry work. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically showing responsibility towards the environment and health and safety of others. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems when implementing quality assurance system. 

    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  80786   National Certificate: Home-Care Practices  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  SERVICES 


    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.
     
    NONE 


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