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

Remove and install drive shaft 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
8192  Remove and install drive shaft 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Grain 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 01 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation Secondary Agriculture 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 1  NQF Level 01  3 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2005-04-13  2008-04-13  SAQA 0459/05 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2009-04-13   2012-04-13  

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 who has achieved this unit standard will be competent in:

Removing and installing drive shaft to restore a vehicle to an operational condition. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
To enter a learning programme for this unit standard or to be assessed against this unit standard, the learner is assumed to have:
  • Knowledge of O.H.S. Act
  • Literacy, numeracy and communication skills at or equivalent to NQF level 1.
  • Attended a course on:

    : Introduction to Industry.

    : Attachment agents

    : Lifting equipment.

    : Measuring instruments.

    : Tools and equipment.
  • An understanding of General safety in the work place.
  • An understanding of supplier and customer relationships at NQF level 1. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The scope of this unit standard deals removing, installing, inspecting, marking off drive shafts according to manufacturer's specifications.

    The specific outcomes as reflected in this unit standard are performed without direct supervision, but with access to work-site procedures and operating instructions and manufacturer's manuals.

    Quality procedures include but are not limited to : ISO 9000. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    PLAN AND PREPARE FOR REMOVING AND INSTALLING A DRIVE SHAFT 
    OUTCOME NOTES 
    Reading and interpreting job instructions and determining a sequence of operation according to work site procedure.
    Identifying, checking and selecting appropriate service tools and equipment according to job requirements.
    Acquiring manufacturer's manuals and / or specifications according to job requirements.
    Identifying and selecting appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment according to statutory and job related safety requirements.
    Preparing work area and vehicle according to work site and manufacturer's procedures.
    Liasing and informing affected parties according to work site procedures.
    Adhering to supervisors' instructions and assignments.
    Determining a sequence of operation according to work-site procedures and statutory requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Job instructions, oral or written, are accurately followed and adhered to. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Purpose of determining a sequence of operation is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. All affected parties are informed of results, deviations and corrective actions taken. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Purpose of selecting and using appropriate tools and equipment is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Reasons for adhering to safety and quality procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    6. Consequences of not selecting particular personal protective and safety equipment are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    7. Possible consequences of not preparing work area and vehicle according work site procedures are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    8. Reasons for preparing the work area according to work site and safety procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
    9. Reasons for marking off of components before removal. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 10 
    10. Possible consequences of not positioning drive shaft before installation are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 11 
    11. Possible consequences of not inspecting and recording defect conditions are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 12 
    12. Types of defects in drive shafts and components and corrective action to be taken are identified. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 13 
    13. Hazards associated with installing procedures are identified. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 14 
    14. Reasons for the disposal of scrap material and storage of surplus material are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 15 
    15. Documentation and reports are completed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 16 
    16. Restoring work area according to work site procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    REMOVE DRIVE SHAFT 
    OUTCOME NOTES 
    Removing drive shaft according to safety and manufacturer's procedure.
    Using appropriate tools according to job requirements.
    Marking components, before removal, according to quality standards.
    Inspecting drive shaft and it's components, recording and reporting defects according to work site procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Job instructions, oral or written, are accurately followed and adhered to. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Purpose of determining a sequence of operation is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. All affected parties are informed of results, deviations and corrective actions taken. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Purpose of selecting and using appropriate tools and equipment is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Reasons for adhering to safety and quality procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    6. Consequences of not selecting particular personal protective and safety equipment are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    7. Possible consequences of not preparing work area and vehicle according work site procedures are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    8. Reasons for preparing the work area according to work site and safety procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
    9. Reasons for marking off of components before removal. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 10 
    10. Possible consequences of not positioning drive shaft before installation are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 11 
    11. Possible consequences of not inspecting and recording defect conditions are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 12 
    12. Types of defects in drive shafts and components and corrective action to be taken are identified. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 13 
    13. Hazards associated with installing procedures are identified. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 14 
    14. Reasons for the disposal of scrap material and storage of surplus material are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 15 
    15. Documentation and reports are completed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 16 
    16. Restoring work area according to work site procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    INSTALL DRIVE SHAFT 
    OUTCOME NOTES 
    Aligning all markings while installing drive shaft according to quality standards.
    Replacing and repairing all identified defects during the removal of drive shaft.
    Installing drive shaft according to safety, manufacturer's and quality procedures.
    Lubricating drive shaft according to manufacturer's specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Job instructions, oral or written, are accurately followed and adhered to. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Purpose of determining a sequence of operation is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. All affected parties are informed of results, deviations and corrective actions taken. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Purpose of selecting and using appropriate tools and equipment is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Reasons for adhering to safety and quality procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    6. Consequences of not selecting particular personal protective and safety equipment are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    7. Possible consequences of not preparing work area and vehicle according work site procedures are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    8. Reasons for preparing the work area according to work site and safety procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
    9. Reasons for marking off of components before removal. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 10 
    10. Possible consequences of not positioning drive shaft before installation are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 11 
    11. Possible consequences of not inspecting and recording defect conditions are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 12 
    12. Types of defects in drive shafts and components and corrective action to be taken are identified. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 13 
    13. Hazards associated with installing procedures are identified. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 14 
    14. Reasons for the disposal of scrap material and storage of surplus material are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 15 
    15. Documentation and reports are completed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 16 
    16. Restoring work area according to work site procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    COMPLETE WORK ACTIVITY 
    OUTCOME NOTES 
    Testing of operation of drive shaft according to manufacturer's and quality procedures.
    Restoring work site to safe and serviceable condition according to statutory requirements.
    Disposing off of scrap material and storing surplus material according to statutory requirements and work site procedures.
    Completing and returning reports and documents according to company procedure. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Job instructions, oral or written, are accurately followed and adhered to. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Purpose of determining a sequence of operation is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. All affected parties are informed of results, deviations and corrective actions taken. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Purpose of selecting and using appropriate tools and equipment is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Reasons for adhering to safety and quality procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    6. Consequences of not selecting particular personal protective and safety equipment are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    7. Possible consequences of not preparing work area and vehicle according work site procedures are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    8. Reasons for preparing the work area according to work site and safety procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
    9. Reasons for marking off of components before removal. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 10 
    10. Possible consequences of not positioning drive shaft before installation are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 11 
    11. Possible consequences of not inspecting and recording defect conditions are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 12 
    12. Types of defects in drive shafts and components and corrective action to be taken are identified. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 13 
    13. Hazards associated with installing procedures are identified. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 14 
    14. Reasons for the disposal of scrap material and storage of surplus material are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 15 
    15. Documentation and reports are completed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 16 
    16. Restoring work area according to work site procedures. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    An individual wishing to be assessed against this unit standard may apply to an assessor accredited by SETASA.

    Any training provider offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard must be registered and accredited by SETASA.

    Moderation of assessment will be done by SETASA in its ETQA capacity at its discretion. 

    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Basic knowledge of the safe handling of tools and equipment related to removal an installation of drive shafts.
  • Basic knowledge of methods of removing and installing drive shafts.
  • Principles of drive shafts.
  • Basic knowledge and principles of special equipment related to removing and installing drive shafts. 
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    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems in the process of determining defects. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others while reporting to affected parties. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself when preparing the work area and determining a sequence of operation. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information during the removal and installation process. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate with others during the process of oral or written reporting. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology when using equipment to mark off. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Understand the world as a set of related systems by recognising the effect of non-compliance to disposal methods. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    VALUES:

    All learners should demonstrate:
  • An application of company ethics, values as well as general safety and customer care principles.
  • An awareness of expectations and obligations of basic worker / management / customer relationships. 
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    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  14891   National Certificate: Agricultural Machinery Technician  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2007-10-18  Was AgriSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Core  14892   National Certificate: Agricultural Machinery Technician  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-09-13  AgriSETA 


    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. NWK Beperk 
    2. RCL Foods-Sugar & Milling (MP) 


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