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

Weld metals using an oxy-fuel gas process 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
8219  Weld metals using an oxy-fuel gas process 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Secondary Agriculture: Processing 
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  8 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2005-09-13  2008-09-13  SAQA 0160/05 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2009-09-13   2012-09-13  

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:
  • Joining metals using oxy-fuel gas welding processes. 
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    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:
  • An understanding of OHS Act;
  • Identify, select, use and care for tools and equipment;
  • Use agricultural engineering materials;
  • Literacy, numeracy and communication skills at or equivalent to NQF level 1;
  • Attended a course on Introduction to the Agricultural machinery industry;
  • An understanding of General safety in the work place at NQF level 1;
  • Knowledge in avoiding welding hazards (F1/04/CC/1). 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The scope of this unit standard deals with Acetylene and L.P. gas, mild and low carbon steels in the context of a workshop environment.

    Metals to be welded include but are not limited to: Mild and low carbon steels.

    Main application of gas welding at this level includes: Welding of scrap metals, welding to marks on plates, pipes, sections andtrimming panels.

    Defect and hazards to be identified include but are not limited to: Poor connections, damaged hoses, incorrect handling and storage of cylinders, faulty equipment, leaking gauges and flashback arrestors.

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

    Quality procedures include but are not limited to: I.S.O. 9000 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Plan and prepare for welding process 
    OUTCOME NOTES 
    1. Interpreting job instructions and determining a sequence of operations according to work site procedures.
    2. Identifying, selecting and preparing correct equipment and consumables.
    3. Identifying potential hazards and taking precautions to eliminate, minimize or isolate hazards
    4. Selecting appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) according to statutory requirements.
    5. Carrying out pre-operational checks according to work site procedures.
    6. Determining safe working practices and correct methods.
    7. Identifying and determining unsafe or defective equipment and taking corrective action.
    8. Selecting correct nozzles for the thickness and type of material.
    9. Setting correct gas pressure according to material thickness. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Job instructions are followed and adhered to. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Observing methods of safe welding. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Reasons for carrying pre-operational checks and pre-setting equipment are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Types of welding defects, welding hazards and their characteristics are explained and corrective action is taken. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Reasons for identifying, selecting and preparing equipment, tools and consumables are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    6. All affected parties are informed of results, deviations and corrective actions taken. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    7. Purpose of inspecting completed work task is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    8. Consequences of not storing equipment correctly are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
    9. Reasons for adhering to safety and quality procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 10 
    10. Setting up work pieces according to job specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 11 
    11. Welding work pieces according to job requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 12 
    12. Different gas mixtures, pressures and when to use them are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 13 
    13. Different gas pressures and how to set them are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 14 
    14. Methods of how to identify different gas cylinders are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 15 
    15. Different types of welding and gas related hazards are explained. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Weld metals 
    OUTCOME NOTES 
    Applying correct light up procedure
    Setting correct flame according to the type of materials to be welded
    Welding materials according to job specifications
    Applying correct shutting down procedure
    Checking completed weld to ensure it meets quality standards
    Identifying and correcting welding defects according to work site procedures 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Job instructions are followed and adhered to. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Observing methods of safe welding. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Reasons for carrying pre-operational checks and pre-setting equipment are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Types of welding defects, welding hazards and their characteristics are explained and corrective action is taken. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Reasons for identifying, selecting and preparing equipment, tools and consumables are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    6. All affected parties are informed of results, deviations and corrective actions taken. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    7. Purpose of inspecting completed work task is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    8. Consequences of not storing equipment correctly are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
    9. Reasons for adhering to safety and quality procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 10 
    10. Setting up work pieces according to job specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 11 
    11. Welding work pieces according to job requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 12 
    12. Different gas mixtures, pressures and when to use them are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 13 
    13. Different gas pressures and how to set them are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 14 
    14. Methods of how to identify different gas cylinders are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 15 
    15. Different types of welding and gas related hazards are explained. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Care for and store welding equipment, tools and consumables 
    OUTCOME NOTES 
    Caring for, cleaning and storing equipment, tools and consumables according to work-site procedures.
    Reporting unsafe conditions.
    Reporting completed work task according to work site procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Job instructions are followed and adhered to. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Observing methods of safe welding. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Reasons for carrying pre-operational checks and pre-setting equipment are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Types of welding defects, welding hazards and their characteristics are explained and corrective action is taken. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Reasons for identifying, selecting and preparing equipment, tools and consumables are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    6. All affected parties are informed of results, deviations and corrective actions taken. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    7. Purpose of inspecting completed work task is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    8. Consequences of not storing equipment correctly are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
    9. Reasons for adhering to safety and quality procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 10 
    10. Setting up work pieces according to job specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 11 
    11. Welding work pieces according to job requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 12 
    12. Different gas mixtures, pressures and when to use them are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 13 
    13. Different gas pressures and how to set them are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 14 
    14. Methods of how to identify different gas cylinders are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 15 
    15. Different types of welding and gas related hazards are explained. 


    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 welding equipment.
  • Basic knowledge of safety practices.
  • Quality control standards.
  • Identification of metals and their characteristics.
  • Welding defects and their causes.
  • Hazards associated with welding.
  • How to set gas pressures.
  • Nozzles selection to suit metals to be welded. 
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    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify, report and solve problems in identifying deviations from statutory and manufacturer`s requirements. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others in liaison with affected parties and obtaining information (affected parties are liaised with andinformed). 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself (planning, selecting, organising work tasks). 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, organise and critically evaluate information (when setting up welding equipment and inspecting welds for defects). 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate (by liaising with affected parties). 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology (in setting up welding equipment and flame.) 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    Assessors will observe, confirm and evaluate evidence that will indicate that learners have demonstrated competence in each of the specific outcomes. In this unit standard the following specific criteria should be used:
  • Job instructions are followed and adhered to.
  • Observing methods of safe welding.
  • Reasons for carrying pre-operational checks and pre-setting equipment are explained.
  • Types of welding defects, welding hazards and their characteristics are explained and corrective action is taken. - - Reasons for identifying, selecting and preparing equipment, tools and consumables are explained.
  • All affected parties are informed of results, deviations and corrective actions taken.
  • Purpose of inspecting completed work task is explained.
  • Consequences of not storing equipment correctly are explained.
  • Reasons for adhering to safety and quality procedures.
  • Setting up work pieces according to job specifications.
  • Welding work pieces according to job requirements.
  • Different gas mixtures, pressures and when to use them are explained.
  • Different gas pressures and how to set them are explained.
  • Methods of how to identify different gas cylinders are explained.Different types of welding and gas related hazards are explained.

    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  14892   National Certificate: Agricultural Machinery Technician  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-09-13  AgriSETA 
    Elective  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 


    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) 


    All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source.