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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
Anticipate and troubleshoot machine functioning |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
9890 | Anticipate and troubleshoot machine functioning | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Manufacturing and Assembly Processes | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | ||||
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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 4 | NQF Level 04 | 16 |
REGISTRATION STATUS | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | |
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2005-07-19 | 2008-07-19 | SAQA 0160/05 | |
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
2009-07-19 | 2012-07-19 |
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 is replaced by: |
US ID | Unit Standard Title | Pre-2009 NQF Level | NQF Level | Credits | Replacement Status |
335863 | Identify and solve problems pertaining to production machines | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | 15 |
PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD |
Gathering and analysing information to troubleshoot on equipment performance, liasing with maintenance specialists. |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
This unit standard has been designed as part of a progression. It is one of a series of unit standards for activities below, at and above this level. The credits assigned to it are based on the assumption that I am learning what is needed for this unit standard as part of my learning for a range of related unit standards at this level or below it.
If I have experience in these related activities but do not have credits for them, I can obtain credits by being assessed through a process that recognises prior learning. If I do not have such experience of related activities, then my learning time will be increased. I can choose to be assessed and obtain credits against those other unit standards as I make progress towards the outcomes of this unit standard. |
UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
This unit standard deals with my ability to gather and analyse information to troubleshoot on production equipment to anticipate any malfunctions that may impact on the production process. I do not have to be a maintenance specialist to be competent in this unit standard but I need to be familiar with the working of the equipment I am responsible for in order to recognise, discuss and report any problems. I am also able to assist maintenance specialists with their work during shutdowns. |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Monitor equipment indicators. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Process and equipment functioning smoothly. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
1. Current equipment performance is regularly compared to optimal equipment operation. 2. Information about the nature and possible causes of equipment problems is systematically gathered through visual inspection, observation during operation and disassembly of equipment as appropriate. 3. Equipment is monitored to ensure corrective actions taken solved the problem. 4. Appropriate production personnel and maintenance specialists are regularly consulted regarding equipment operation. 5. Follow ups are made to ensure maintenance work required is done. 6. Sound relationships are maintained with maintenance specialists. 7. Suggestions are based on appropriate and accurate data or observations made during the production process. 8. Documentation up-to-date and systematically completed. Understanding confirmed: 1. Explain and discuss how to go about monitoring activities in order to gather and analyse information to troubleshoot on equipment functioning. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Required maintenance work is done. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
1. Current equipment performance is regularly compared to optimal equipment operation. 2. Information about the nature and possible causes of equipment problems is systematically gathered through visual inspection, observation during operation and disassembly of equipment as appropriate. 3. Equipment is monitored to ensure corrective actions taken solved the problem. 4. Appropriate production personnel and maintenance specialists are regularly consulted regarding equipment operation. 5. Follow ups are made to ensure maintenance work required is done. 6. Sound relationships are maintained with maintenance specialists. 7. Suggestions are based on appropriate and accurate data or observations made during the production process. 8. Documentation up-to-date and systematically completed. Understanding confirmed: 1. Explain and discuss how to go about monitoring activities in order to gather and analyse information to troubleshoot on equipment functioning. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Documentation on activities available and up-to-date. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
1. Current equipment performance is regularly compared to optimal equipment operation. 2. Information about the nature and possible causes of equipment problems is systematically gathered through visual inspection, observation during operation and disassembly of equipment as appropriate. 3. Equipment is monitored to ensure corrective actions taken solved the problem. 4. Appropriate production personnel and maintenance specialists are regularly consulted regarding equipment operation. 5. Follow ups are made to ensure maintenance work required is done. 6. Sound relationships are maintained with maintenance specialists. 7. Suggestions are based on appropriate and accurate data or observations made during the production process. 8. Documentation up-to-date and systematically completed. Understanding confirmed: 1. Explain and discuss how to go about monitoring activities in order to gather and analyse information to troubleshoot on equipment functioning. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Consult with production personnel and maintenance specialists regarding equipment operation. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Process and equipment functioning smoothly. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
1. Current equipment performance is regularly compared to optimal equipment operation. 2. Information about the nature and possible causes of equipment problems is systematically gathered through visual inspection, observation during operation and disassembly of equipment as appropriate. 3. Equipment is monitored to ensure corrective actions taken solved the problem. 4. Appropriate production personnel and maintenance specialists are regularly consulted regarding equipment operation. 5. Follow ups are made to ensure maintenance work required is done. 6. Sound relationships are maintained with maintenance specialists. 7. Suggestions are based on appropriate and accurate data or observations made during the production process. 8. Documentation up-to-date and systematically completed. Understanding confirmed: 1. Explain and discuss how to go about monitoring activities in order to gather and analyse information to troubleshoot on equipment functioning. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Required maintenance work is done. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
1. Current equipment performance is regularly compared to optimal equipment operation. 2. Information about the nature and possible causes of equipment problems is systematically gathered through visual inspection, observation during operation and disassembly of equipment as appropriate. 3. Equipment is monitored to ensure corrective actions taken solved the problem. 4. Appropriate production personnel and maintenance specialists are regularly consulted regarding equipment operation. 5. Follow ups are made to ensure maintenance work required is done. 6. Sound relationships are maintained with maintenance specialists. 7. Suggestions are based on appropriate and accurate data or observations made during the production process. 8. Documentation up-to-date and systematically completed. Understanding confirmed: 1. Explain and discuss how to go about monitoring activities in order to gather and analyse information to troubleshoot on equipment functioning. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Documentation on activities available and up-to-date. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
1. Current equipment performance is regularly compared to optimal equipment operation. 2. Information about the nature and possible causes of equipment problems is systematically gathered through visual inspection, observation during operation and disassembly of equipment as appropriate. 3. Equipment is monitored to ensure corrective actions taken solved the problem. 4. Appropriate production personnel and maintenance specialists are regularly consulted regarding equipment operation. 5. Follow ups are made to ensure maintenance work required is done. 6. Sound relationships are maintained with maintenance specialists. 7. Suggestions are based on appropriate and accurate data or observations made during the production process. 8. Documentation up-to-date and systematically completed. Understanding confirmed: 1. Explain and discuss how to go about monitoring activities in order to gather and analyse information to troubleshoot on equipment functioning. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Gather and analyse information to troubleshoot equipment problems. |
OUTCOME NOTES |
Categorise defect types to determine root cause of problem |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Process and equipment functioning smoothly. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
1. Current equipment performance is regularly compared to optimal equipment operation. 2. Information about the nature and possible causes of equipment problems is systematically gathered through visual inspection, observation during operation and disassembly of equipment as appropriate. 3. Equipment is monitored to ensure corrective actions taken solved the problem. 4. Appropriate production personnel and maintenance specialists are regularly consulted regarding equipment operation. 5. Follow ups are made to ensure maintenance work required is done. 6. Sound relationships are maintained with maintenance specialists. 7. Suggestions are based on appropriate and accurate data or observations made during the production process. 8. Documentation up-to-date and systematically completed. Understanding confirmed: 1. Explain and discuss how to go about monitoring activities in order to gather and analyse information to troubleshoot on equipment functioning. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Required maintenance work is done. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
1. Current equipment performance is regularly compared to optimal equipment operation. 2. Information about the nature and possible causes of equipment problems is systematically gathered through visual inspection, observation during operation and disassembly of equipment as appropriate. 3. Equipment is monitored to ensure corrective actions taken solved the problem. 4. Appropriate production personnel and maintenance specialists are regularly consulted regarding equipment operation. 5. Follow ups are made to ensure maintenance work required is done. 6. Sound relationships are maintained with maintenance specialists. 7. Suggestions are based on appropriate and accurate data or observations made during the production process. 8. Documentation up-to-date and systematically completed. Understanding confirmed: 1. Explain and discuss how to go about monitoring activities in order to gather and analyse information to troubleshoot on equipment functioning. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Documentation on activities available and up-to-date. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
1. Current equipment performance is regularly compared to optimal equipment operation. 2. Information about the nature and possible causes of equipment problems is systematically gathered through visual inspection, observation during operation and disassembly of equipment as appropriate. 3. Equipment is monitored to ensure corrective actions taken solved the problem. 4. Appropriate production personnel and maintenance specialists are regularly consulted regarding equipment operation. 5. Follow ups are made to ensure maintenance work required is done. 6. Sound relationships are maintained with maintenance specialists. 7. Suggestions are based on appropriate and accurate data or observations made during the production process. 8. Documentation up-to-date and systematically completed. Understanding confirmed: 1. Explain and discuss how to go about monitoring activities in order to gather and analyse information to troubleshoot on equipment functioning. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
Communicate equipment repair needs and preventive maintenance needs to maintenance specialists. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Process and equipment functioning smoothly. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
1. Current equipment performance is regularly compared to optimal equipment operation. 2. Information about the nature and possible causes of equipment problems is systematically gathered through visual inspection, observation during operation and disassembly of equipment as appropriate. 3. Equipment is monitored to ensure corrective actions taken solved the problem. 4. Appropriate production personnel and maintenance specialists are regularly consulted regarding equipment operation. 5. Follow ups are made to ensure maintenance work required is done. 6. Sound relationships are maintained with maintenance specialists. 7. Suggestions are based on appropriate and accurate data or observations made during the production process. 8. Documentation up-to-date and systematically completed. Understanding confirmed: 1. Explain and discuss how to go about monitoring activities in order to gather and analyse information to troubleshoot on equipment functioning. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Required maintenance work is done. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
1. Current equipment performance is regularly compared to optimal equipment operation. 2. Information about the nature and possible causes of equipment problems is systematically gathered through visual inspection, observation during operation and disassembly of equipment as appropriate. 3. Equipment is monitored to ensure corrective actions taken solved the problem. 4. Appropriate production personnel and maintenance specialists are regularly consulted regarding equipment operation. 5. Follow ups are made to ensure maintenance work required is done. 6. Sound relationships are maintained with maintenance specialists. 7. Suggestions are based on appropriate and accurate data or observations made during the production process. 8. Documentation up-to-date and systematically completed. Understanding confirmed: 1. Explain and discuss how to go about monitoring activities in order to gather and analyse information to troubleshoot on equipment functioning. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Documentation on activities available and up-to-date. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
1. Current equipment performance is regularly compared to optimal equipment operation. 2. Information about the nature and possible causes of equipment problems is systematically gathered through visual inspection, observation during operation and disassembly of equipment as appropriate. 3. Equipment is monitored to ensure corrective actions taken solved the problem. 4. Appropriate production personnel and maintenance specialists are regularly consulted regarding equipment operation. 5. Follow ups are made to ensure maintenance work required is done. 6. Sound relationships are maintained with maintenance specialists. 7. Suggestions are based on appropriate and accurate data or observations made during the production process. 8. Documentation up-to-date and systematically completed. Understanding confirmed: 1. Explain and discuss how to go about monitoring activities in order to gather and analyse information to troubleshoot on equipment functioning. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 |
Suggest ways of improving the functioning of equipment and the process. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Process and equipment functioning smoothly. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
1. Current equipment performance is regularly compared to optimal equipment operation. 2. Information about the nature and possible causes of equipment problems is systematically gathered through visual inspection, observation during operation and disassembly of equipment as appropriate. 3. Equipment is monitored to ensure corrective actions taken solved the problem. 4. Appropriate production personnel and maintenance specialists are regularly consulted regarding equipment operation. 5. Follow ups are made to ensure maintenance work required is done. 6. Sound relationships are maintained with maintenance specialists. 7. Suggestions are based on appropriate and accurate data or observations made during the production process. 8. Documentation up-to-date and systematically completed. Understanding confirmed: 1. Explain and discuss how to go about monitoring activities in order to gather and analyse information to troubleshoot on equipment functioning. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Required maintenance work is done. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
1. Current equipment performance is regularly compared to optimal equipment operation. 2. Information about the nature and possible causes of equipment problems is systematically gathered through visual inspection, observation during operation and disassembly of equipment as appropriate. 3. Equipment is monitored to ensure corrective actions taken solved the problem. 4. Appropriate production personnel and maintenance specialists are regularly consulted regarding equipment operation. 5. Follow ups are made to ensure maintenance work required is done. 6. Sound relationships are maintained with maintenance specialists. 7. Suggestions are based on appropriate and accurate data or observations made during the production process. 8. Documentation up-to-date and systematically completed. Understanding confirmed: 1. Explain and discuss how to go about monitoring activities in order to gather and analyse information to troubleshoot on equipment functioning. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Documentation on activities available and up-to-date. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
1. Current equipment performance is regularly compared to optimal equipment operation. 2. Information about the nature and possible causes of equipment problems is systematically gathered through visual inspection, observation during operation and disassembly of equipment as appropriate. 3. Equipment is monitored to ensure corrective actions taken solved the problem. 4. Appropriate production personnel and maintenance specialists are regularly consulted regarding equipment operation. 5. Follow ups are made to ensure maintenance work required is done. 6. Sound relationships are maintained with maintenance specialists. 7. Suggestions are based on appropriate and accurate data or observations made during the production process. 8. Documentation up-to-date and systematically completed. Understanding confirmed: 1. Explain and discuss how to go about monitoring activities in order to gather and analyse information to troubleshoot on equipment functioning. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 |
Document all relevant activities. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Process and equipment functioning smoothly. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
1. Current equipment performance is regularly compared to optimal equipment operation. 2. Information about the nature and possible causes of equipment problems is systematically gathered through visual inspection, observation during operation and disassembly of equipment as appropriate. 3. Equipment is monitored to ensure corrective actions taken solved the problem. 4. Appropriate production personnel and maintenance specialists are regularly consulted regarding equipment operation. 5. Follow ups are made to ensure maintenance work required is done. 6. Sound relationships are maintained with maintenance specialists. 7. Suggestions are based on appropriate and accurate data or observations made during the production process. 8. Documentation up-to-date and systematically completed. Understanding confirmed: 1. Explain and discuss how to go about monitoring activities in order to gather and analyse information to troubleshoot on equipment functioning. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Required maintenance work is done. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
1. Current equipment performance is regularly compared to optimal equipment operation. 2. Information about the nature and possible causes of equipment problems is systematically gathered through visual inspection, observation during operation and disassembly of equipment as appropriate. 3. Equipment is monitored to ensure corrective actions taken solved the problem. 4. Appropriate production personnel and maintenance specialists are regularly consulted regarding equipment operation. 5. Follow ups are made to ensure maintenance work required is done. 6. Sound relationships are maintained with maintenance specialists. 7. Suggestions are based on appropriate and accurate data or observations made during the production process. 8. Documentation up-to-date and systematically completed. Understanding confirmed: 1. Explain and discuss how to go about monitoring activities in order to gather and analyse information to troubleshoot on equipment functioning. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Documentation on activities available and up-to-date. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
1. Current equipment performance is regularly compared to optimal equipment operation. 2. Information about the nature and possible causes of equipment problems is systematically gathered through visual inspection, observation during operation and disassembly of equipment as appropriate. 3. Equipment is monitored to ensure corrective actions taken solved the problem. 4. Appropriate production personnel and maintenance specialists are regularly consulted regarding equipment operation. 5. Follow ups are made to ensure maintenance work required is done. 6. Sound relationships are maintained with maintenance specialists. 7. Suggestions are based on appropriate and accurate data or observations made during the production process. 8. Documentation up-to-date and systematically completed. Understanding confirmed: 1. Explain and discuss how to go about monitoring activities in order to gather and analyse information to troubleshoot on equipment functioning. |
UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
My assessment will be governed by the policies and guidelines of the MERSETA Education and Training Quality Assurer who has jurisdiction over this field of learning. My assessor will (at the very least) be accredited and have a technical qualification in this learning area.
I can be assessed in the language of my choice although if I have to report incidents or conditions to someone else, I will be assessed on my ability to report in the language commonly used in my working environment. I will be assessed in the workplace but I can submit documents, projects, test results and assignments that were not produced in the workplace. I can be assessed against this unit standard to obtain credits or as part of an integrated assessment for a qualification. |
UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE |
Names & functions of:
Attributes, descriptions, characteristics & properties: Sensory cues: Purpose of: Processes, events, causes and effects, implications: Procedures and techniques: Regulations, legislation, agreements, policies, standards Theory: rules, principles, laws Relationships, systems: |
UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES |
N/A |
Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING |
Identify and solve problems:
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING |
Work effectively with others:
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING |
Organise and manage myself and my activities:
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING |
Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information:
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING |
Communicate effectively:
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE |
Use science and technology effectively and critically:
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING |
Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems:
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UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARD NOTES |
This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 335863, which is " Identify and solve problems pertaining to production machines.", Level 4, 15 credits. |
QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | STATUS | END DATE | PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY | |
Core | 58861 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Electro-Mechanical Winding | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Core | 59037 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Tissue Conversion | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2015-06-30 | FPMSETA |
Core | 21006 | National Certificate: Automotive Component Manufacturing and Assembly | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2008-11-01 | Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement |
Core | 21016 | National Certificate: Metal and Engineering Manufacturing Processes | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2011-02-16 | Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement |
Core | 21013 | National Certificate: Power and Telecommunication Cable Manufacturing | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 48725 | National Certificate: Explosives Operations | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered" |
2007-04-07 | Was CHIETA until Last Date for Achievement |
Elective | 48434 | National Certificate: Molten Glass Production | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2008-09-17 | Was CHIETA until Last Date for Achievement |
Elective | 66489 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Foundry Operations | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2013-11-07 | MERSETA |
Elective | 48915 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Manufacturing and Assembly Operations Supervision | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 24194 | National Certificate: Construction Material Manufacturing | Level 4 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L4 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | CETA |
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. |
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