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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD: 

Demonstrate knowledge of and apply regulatory requirements pertaining to crane operation 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
116283  Demonstrate knowledge of and apply regulatory requirements pertaining to crane operation 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Civil Engineering Construction 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 12 - Physical Planning and Construction Civil Engineering Construction 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 2  NQF Level 02  5 
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 
Demonstrating an integrated practical and theoretical grounding in Crane Operations according to safe handling and maintenance practices in compliance with crane manufacturer's and legislated standards.

The contribution to The National Skills Development Strategy is the key developmental interface between learners and new competencies to be achieved.

Learners who master the applied competence described in this unit standard will contribute to the development of a professional community of Civil Engineering Construction Crane Operators who are able to competently use science and technology when applying operation techniques.

The contribution to socio-economic transformation is that learners will be able to undergo RPL-assessment and thereby receive recognition for previous learning and experience. This in turn will enhance the employability and career prospects of learners employed in this sector. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
The following knowledge, skills attitude and/or equivalent:

NQF Level 1 Numeracy and NQF Level 1Literacy

The driver should be declared physically fit and have completed an eyesight test (such as the Orthorator test, the Purdue University Test No. 3, etc.) and an industry recognised depth perception and hand-eye co-ordination test.
  • It is assumed that people starting to learn towards this unit standard have already undergone company induction, have an appropriate licence to operate in the work area. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The applied competence expressed in this standard cover largely familiar scenarios requiring limited discretion and judgement. The learner will have significant responsibility however, for ensuring the quality of health, safety, environmental and general housekeeping across a wide range of freight handling contexts. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Demonstrate knowledge of and apply relevant occupational health and safety legislation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Knowledge of the requirements of the relevant sections of the Occupational Health and safety Act is demonstrated. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    An understanding of and apply what constitutes health, safety and environment appreciation in the broader working environment is demonstrated. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Relevant health and safety legislation is applied to ensure compliance with national and international requirements and environmental standards. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The application of appropriate reporting mechanisms for unsafe working practice and conditions are selected, demonstrated and described. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Demonstrate an understanding of and apply national and organisational safety policies and requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    An understanding of integrated occupational safety programmes is demonstrated and applied. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    An understanding of integrated occupational health programmes is demonstrated and applied. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    An understanding of integrated environmental management programmes is demonstrated and applied. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Good housekeeping practices (e.g. preparing dunnage, stacking within demarcated areas) are identified, selected, explained and demonstrated. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Demonstrate knowledge of and apply relevant code of practice. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Knowledge of the requirements of the relevant Code of Practice is demonstrated. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The requirements of the relevant Code of Practice are applied. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The application of appropriate reporting mechanisms in terms of the relevant Code of Practice are selected, demonstrated and described. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Demonstrate knowledge of and apply control measures for hazardous/dangerous goods/materials. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Knowledge of control measures for Hazardous/Dangerous Goods/Materials is demonstrated. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Control measures for Hazardous/Dangerous Goods/Materials are applied. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the CETA-ETQA
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the CETA-ETQA
  • CETA-ETQA or other ETQA's who have a Memorandum of Understanding in place with CETA-ETQA would be responsible for moderation of learner achievements of learners who meet the requirements of this qualification. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Current, relevant legislation pertaining to general health, safety and environmental issues, including national, provincial and local authority regulations and company policies and procedures.
  • Support systems and emergency services available.
  • The information sources available to maintain and improve awareness of the need for good housekeeping and health (e.g. AIDS Awareness) in the work place in line with statutory health and safety requirements.
  • Safety signs and symbols (national and, where applicable, international).
  • Safety, health and environmental awareness.
  • Potential safety, health and environmental hazards resulting from poor practices in housekeeping, hygiene and safety.
  • The complete range of assigned safety, health and environmental housekeeping duties for which the individual is accountable.
  • Hygiene issues in the workplace 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems

    Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria:

    Demonstrate knowledge of and apply control measures for hazardous/dangerous goods/materials
  • Apply Control measures for Hazardous/Dangerous Goods/Materials 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others

    Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria:

    Demonstrate an understanding of and apply NOSA requirements and organisational policies
  • Demonstrate an understanding of and apply integrated environmental management programmes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Employ self management

    Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria:

    Demonstrate knowledge of and apply relevant code of practice
  • Apply the requirements of the relevant Code of Practice. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Manage information

    Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria:

    Demonstrate knowledge of and apply relevant code of practice
  • Select, demonstrate and describe the application of appropriate reporting mechanisms in terms of the relevant Code of Practice 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively

    Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria:

    Demonstrate knowledge of and apply relevant occupational health and safety legislation.
  • Select, demonstrate and describe the application of appropriate reporting mechanisms for unsafe working practice and conditions 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Demonstrate scientific and technological competence

    Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria:

    Demonstrate knowledge of and apply control measures for hazardous/dangerous goods/materials
  • Demonstrate Knowledge of Control measures for Hazardous/Dangerous Goods/Materials 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Understand contextual world-systems

    Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria:

    Demonstrate an understanding of and apply occupational health and safety requirements and organisational policies
  • Select, explain and demonstrate good housekeeping practices (e.g. preparing dunnage, stacking within demarcated areas). 
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    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
    Core  48961   National Certificate: Construction: Crane Operations  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  CETA 
    Core  59729   National Certificate: Mechanical Handling (Rigging)  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Elective  77063   National Certificate: Construction Health and Safety  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  CETA 
    Elective  64829   National Certificate: Lifting Machine Operations  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  TETA 


    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. Academy for Construction Skills (Pty) Ltd (ACS) 
    2. ALLINA FRANCIS (SA) 
    3. Aveng Grinaker -LTA Civil Engineering 
    4. Big Tree Group 
    5. Bright Storm Projects 
    6. Certified Training Solutions (Pty) Ltd 
    7. CLEAN HEAT ENERGY SAVING SOLUTIONS (PTY) LTD 
    8. Eastcape Training Centre 
    9. Eskilz College (Pty) Ltd 
    10. In Touch Community Development & Project Managers 
    11. Mavco Engineering 
    12. Microzone Training CC 
    13. Motheo Academy PTY LTD 
    14. Namuntlha Training and Development (Pty)Ltd 
    15. Reflections Development Institute 
    16. RESISA LOGISTICS (Ltd) Pty 
    17. Sonani Training and Communications 
    18. Tjeka Training Matters Pty Ltd 
    19. Tovani Traiding 299 
    20. Transvaal Training 


    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.