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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Install Gabion Baskets on a Construction Site

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
12904	Install Gabion Baskets on a Construction Site
ORIGINATOR
SGB Building Construction
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
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FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 12 - Physical Planning and Construction			Building Construction
ABET BAND	UNIT STANDARD TYPE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
Undefined	Regular	Level 1	NQF Level 01	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
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

This unit standard will be useful to people who work in the civil construction industry.People credited with this unit standard are able to prepare bedding, assemble and complete gabion baskets. Previously disadvantaged persons who through recognition of prior learning will be able to be accessed against this standard and receive National recognition for their competence. This will enhance their employability and career advancement and contribute to the socio-economic transformation of the country.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

ABET Level 3 in Literacy, the ability to work with hand tools.

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

1. Gabion baskets shaped in boxes and mattresses.
2. Galvanized and PVC coated material.

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Demonstrate knowledge of technology to install gabion baskets.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. The technology of installing gabion baskets is explained.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. The reasons why gabions baskets are used are explained

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Prepare bedding to receive gabions

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Work area is checked for hazards. All hazards are identified and corrective action is taken in line with worksite housekeeping procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Corrective action includes: eliminating and/or reporting

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. All tools, equipment and personal protective equipment required for the task are identified and ensured to be functional, and are ready for use at work area.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Inadequate foundation and base conditions are identified and corrective action is taken in terms of work site procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Corrective action includes: eliminating and/or reporting

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Filter fabric is placed and secured in accordance with site requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. The consequences of not correctly placing filter fabric are explained in terms of the characteristics of the gabion.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Assemble gabion baskets

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Work is carried out in accordance with work place safety requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

gabion basket is neat and true within SABS tolerances, and matches all design specifications In accordance with given instructions.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

True to line, plumb and specified dimensions

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. The assembled gabion basket is anchored in position according to site requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. The assembled gabion basket is braced and tensioned to ensure firmness and stability during work activities.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. The assembly of the gabion basket is completed according to work schedules.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. Tools and equipment are used in accordance with their designed purpose.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

7. Personal protective equipment is used as required in accordance with the OHS Act.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8

8. The gabion basket is checked on completion to ensure compliance with work instructions.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9

9. Assistants are utilised effectively, instructions are given clearly and in such a way that promotes good working relationships.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Complete gabion baskets

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Rock is selected in accordance with site requirements

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Size, Shape. Compound

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Rock is placed in the gabion basket in accordance with acceptable work practices

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Maintaining shape of basket, Spaces between rocks

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Personal protective equipment is used as required in accordance with the OHS Act.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. The basket lid is laced closed in accordance with acceptable work practices.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Tensioning equipment is removed and loose wires tucked away in accordance with acceptable work practices

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. The gabion is completed within industry acceptable time frames.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

7. Assistants are used effectively and instructions are given clearly and in such a way that promotes good working relationships.

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

Assessment of learner achievements takes place at providers accredited by CETA (RSA, 1998b) for the provision of programs that result in the outcomes specified for the Certificate for Construction Workers (level 1). CETA is responsible for moderation of learner achievements of learners who meet the requirements of this qualification.
A memorandum of understanding with other ETQA bodies need to be signed when training providers working in other Sectors, requires assessment of learner achievements to take place against this unit standard.

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

Qualifying learners understand and can explain:

1. Preparation of bedding to receive gabions.
2. Assemble gabion baskets.
3. Complete gabion baskets.

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Identify and solve problems. Work area is checked for hazards; The work complies with SABS standards; The gabions are completed within industry acceptable time frames relates to:

Demonstrate knowledge of technology to install gabion baskets.
Specific Outcome 2: Prepare bedding to receive gabions
Specific Outcome 3:Assemble gabion baskets

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Work effectively with others. Assistance is utilized effectively, instructions are given clearly and in such a way that promotes good working relationships.

Assemble gabion baskets

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Employ self management. Identification of resources required; The gabions are completed within industry acceptable time frames relates to:

Demonstrate knowledge of technology to install gabion baskets.
Specific Outcome 3:Assemble gabion baskets

Manage information. The gabion complies with SABS standards relates to:

Prepare bedding to receive gabions

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Communicate effectively. Instructions are given clearly to assistance relates to:

Assemble gabion baskets

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Demonstrate scientific and technological competence. Inadequate foundations and base conditions are identified and corrective action is taken relates to:

Demonstrate knowledge of technology to install gabion baskets.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING

Understand Contextual world-systems. All hazards are identified that could affect work relates to:

Demonstrate knowledge of technology to install gabion baskets.

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
Elective	49411	General Education and Training Certificate: Construction	Level 1	NQF Level 01	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA
Elective	22977	National Certificate: Construction: Roadworks	Level 1	NQF Level 01	Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered"	2005-12-04	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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