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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Planning housekeeping

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
8051	Planning housekeeping
ORIGINATOR
SGB Transport and Logistics Operations
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
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FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 11 - Services			Transport, Operations and Logistics
ABET BAND	UNIT STANDARD TYPE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
Undefined	Regular	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	8
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

A learner accredited with this standard will be able to manage the housekeeping function in its entirety, thereby facilitating the efficient handling, storage and movement of freight.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Occupational Health, Safety and General Housekeeping, and First Aid;

Computer Literacy is also a prerequisite.

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

This standard is applicable to those in a control/management position within operations in a freight handling/storage environment. The applied competence expressed in this standard cover a variety of routine and non-routine situations within housekeeping. These will require the analytical interpretation of a wide range of data using a broad knowledge based with substantial depth in some areas in order to manage the housekeeping function effectively. The candidate will have full responsibility for the nature and quality of outcomes of his/her actions/decisions together with the outputs of group members involved in housekeeping functions.

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Allocate suitable storage space.

OUTCOME NOTES

Allocate suitable storage space according to product type, quantity, operational and customer requirements, (e.g. keep escape routes open, isolate hazardous/dangerous/incompatible freight).

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Analyse the impact of the application of statutory requirements on the effectiveness of good housekeeping.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Plan and design a clean and safe work environment to ensure efficient and effective holding and transit areas for productive operations.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Select and effectively apply suitable management techniques and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant statutory requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Analyse and critique the designing engineering systems, processes and controls in a simulated work environment.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Formulate plans and strategies to achieve a given set of short/medium/long term goals in a simulated housekeeping environment given various product types.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. Produce a plan to motivate worker involvement to improve productivity and promote good housekeeping practices.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

7. Compile a training needs analysis to support a housekeeping plan in a simulated environment e.g. chemical handling, perishable products, flammable goods etc.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8

8. Demonstrate the ability to select and prepare space according to product type, quantity and inherent vice.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Schedule the use of resources.

OUTCOME NOTES

Schedule the use of resources, including space, in order to meet operational requirements and time constraints.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Analyse the impact of the application of statutory requirements on the effectiveness of good housekeeping.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Plan and design a clean and safe work environment to ensure efficient and effective holding and transit areas for productive operations.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Select and effectively apply suitable management techniques and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant statutory requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Analyse and critique the designing engineering systems, processes and controls in a simulated work environment.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Formulate plans and strategies to achieve a given set of short/medium/long term goals in a simulated housekeeping environment given various product types.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. Produce a plan to motivate worker involvement to improve productivity and promote good housekeeping practices.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

7. Compile a training needs analysis to support a housekeeping plan in a simulated environment e.g. chemical handling, perishable products, flammable goods etc.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8

8. Demonstrate the ability to select and prepare space according to product type, quantity and inherent vice.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Monitor and control orderliness and cleanliness in the work place.

OUTCOME NOTES

Monitor and control orderliness and cleanliness in the work place in accordance with statutory requirements (e.g. OHS Act, NOSA Air Pollution Control Act).

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Analyse the impact of the application of statutory requirements on the effectiveness of good housekeeping.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Plan and design a clean and safe work environment to ensure efficient and effective holding and transit areas for productive operations.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Select and effectively apply suitable management techniques and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant statutory requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Analyse and critique the designing engineering systems, processes and controls in a simulated work environment.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Formulate plans and strategies to achieve a given set of short/medium/long term goals in a simulated housekeeping environment given various product types.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. Produce a plan to motivate worker involvement to improve productivity and promote good housekeeping practices.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

7. Compile a training needs analysis to support a housekeeping plan in a simulated environment e.g. chemical handling, perishable products, flammable goods etc.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8

8. Demonstrate the ability to select and prepare space according to product type, quantity and inherent vice.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Monitor the training and development of staff.

OUTCOME NOTES

Monitor the training and development of staff in health, safety and housekeeping practices, in a manner conducive to enhanced productivity and the maintenance of clean and safe operational areas and external environment.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Analyse the impact of the application of statutory requirements on the effectiveness of good housekeeping.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Plan and design a clean and safe work environment to ensure efficient and effective holding and transit areas for productive operations.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Select and effectively apply suitable management techniques and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant statutory requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Analyse and critique the designing engineering systems, processes and controls in a simulated work environment.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Formulate plans and strategies to achieve a given set of short/medium/long term goals in a simulated housekeeping environment given various product types.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. Produce a plan to motivate worker involvement to improve productivity and promote good housekeeping practices.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

7. Compile a training needs analysis to support a housekeeping plan in a simulated environment e.g. chemical handling, perishable products, flammable goods etc.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8

8. Demonstrate the ability to select and prepare space according to product type, quantity and inherent vice.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Measure the effectiveness of improvements implemented.

OUTCOME NOTES

Measure the effectiveness of improvements implemented as a result of the critical analysis of existing housekeeping practices, systems and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Analyse the impact of the application of statutory requirements on the effectiveness of good housekeeping.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Plan and design a clean and safe work environment to ensure efficient and effective holding and transit areas for productive operations.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Select and effectively apply suitable management techniques and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant statutory requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Analyse and critique the designing engineering systems, processes and controls in a simulated work environment.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Formulate plans and strategies to achieve a given set of short/medium/long term goals in a simulated housekeeping environment given various product types.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. Produce a plan to motivate worker involvement to improve productivity and promote good housekeeping practices.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

7. Compile a training needs analysis to support a housekeeping plan in a simulated environment e.g. chemical handling, perishable products, flammable goods etc.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8

8. Demonstrate the ability to select and prepare space according to product type, quantity and inherent vice.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6

Select appropriate mechanisms and corrective action.

OUTCOME NOTES

Select appropriate mechanisms and corrective action for the management of health risks, optimal housekeeping, and safe working practices.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Analyse the impact of the application of statutory requirements on the effectiveness of good housekeeping.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Plan and design a clean and safe work environment to ensure efficient and effective holding and transit areas for productive operations.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Select and effectively apply suitable management techniques and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant statutory requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Analyse and critique the designing engineering systems, processes and controls in a simulated work environment.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Formulate plans and strategies to achieve a given set of short/medium/long term goals in a simulated housekeeping environment given various product types.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. Produce a plan to motivate worker involvement to improve productivity and promote good housekeeping practices.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

7. Compile a training needs analysis to support a housekeeping plan in a simulated environment e.g. chemical handling, perishable products, flammable goods etc.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8

8. Demonstrate the ability to select and prepare space according to product type, quantity and inherent vice.

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

1. Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.

2. Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard must be registered with the FE/HE Registrar and the programs offered by this institution must be accredited with the relevant ETQA.

3. Moderation of assessment will be done by the relevant ETQA at its discretion.

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

The learner can understand, explain and apply:

1. International and national statutory health and safety requirements and company and industry specific housekeeping practices.

2. The fundamentals of logistics and supply chain management systems and space utilisation.

3. The effects of poor housekeeping on staff performance and welfare, customer relations and profitability (e.g. excessive sick leave).

4. Basic management techniques for the effective implementation of resource utilisation practices.

5. Information sources pertaining to appropriate developmental and training resources.

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Identify and solve problems by adapting existing workplace procedures and identifying new procedures, resources and housekeeping requirements, for different areas of the workplace.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Work effectively with others and in teams by planning and monitoring the training and development of staff in relation to housekeeping practices and operational requirements (e.g. new cleaning equipment/materials/techniques).

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information by developing short, medium and long-term strategies to enhance management of housekeeping.

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015.

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Core	14590	National Diploma: Freight Handling Logistics	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2007-06-14	Was TETA until Last Date for Achievement

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD:

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1.	Bidvest Panalpina Logistics (BPL)
2.	Makwedeng Training