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

Conduct machining of material and use specialist tools 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
230061  Conduct machining of material and use specialist tools 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Building Construction 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
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 2  NQF Level 02  14 
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 
Learner assessed as competent against this unit standard will be able to machine material and use specialist tools in a safe manner thereby contributing towards the overall safety of the organisation. This competence will enable the learner to use Personal Protection Equipment correctly and implement factory specific safety mechanisms. The learner will be competent to prepare aluminium sections for machining; cut aluminium sections to required lengths; perform end milling, punching and cropping, routing and drilling of aluminium sections. This will ensure that breakages and stoppages are kept to a minimum and equipment is used in accordance with safe work practices. This competence will advance the learner's own expertise and employability in both the construction sector and other related jobs. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
It is assumed that a learner is already competent in:
  • Communication at NQF Level 1.
  • Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 1. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    These are stated with the relevant specific outcomes. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Use Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) according to company specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The PPE equipment is identified from the rest of the equipment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The PPE is used in accordance with company specifications. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Implement factory specific safety mechanisms. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Demarcated areas are identified and reserved for use. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Manual lifting equipment is operated safely in accordance with company specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Mobile lifting equipment is operated safely in accordance with company specifications. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Fork lift.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Prepare aluminium sections for machining. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The prescribed procedures are followed when unpacking the material. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Specific care must be taken when unpacking material to ensure that no damage occurs. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Correct inspection is carried out to identify damaged material. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Critical surfaces of the material are covered with protective tape. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Cut aluminium sections to required lengths. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The equipment is set up according to the manufacturing procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The set-up of the equipment is verified according to the manufacturer's specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The material is cut in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Prescribed safety procedures are adhered to as required by safety standards. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Housekeeping guidelines are adhered to as defined by the workplace standards and norms. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The finished material is handled carefully to prevent damage. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Perform end milling of aluminium sections. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The equipment is set up according to manufacturer's specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The setup of the equipment is verified according to the manufacturer's specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The material is milled accurately. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Prescribed safety procedures are adhered to as required by workplace standards and norms. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Housekeeping guidelines are adhered to as defined by the workplace standards and norms. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The finished material is handled carefully to prevent damage. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 
    Perform punching and cropping of aluminium sections. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The equipment is set up according to the manufacturer's specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The setup of the equipment according to the manufacturing procedures is accurately. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The material is punched and cropped accurately. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Prescribed safety procedures are adhered to as required by workplace standards and norms. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Housekeeping guidelines as defined by the workplace standards and norms are adhered to. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The finished material is handled carefully to prevent damage. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 7 
    Perform routing of aluminium sections. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The equipment is correctly set up according to the manufacturing procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The setup of the equipment is verified according to the manufacturing procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The routing of material is demonstrated in accordance with routing procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Prescribed safety procedures are adhered to as required by workplace standards and norms. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Housekeeping guidelines are adhered to as defined by the workplace standards and norms. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The finished material is handled carefully to prevent damage. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 8 
    Perform drilling of aluminium sections. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The equipment is set up according to the manufacturing procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The setup of the equipment is verified according to the manufacturing procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The material is drilled accurately. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Prescribed safety procedures are adhered to as defined by the workplace standards and norms. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Housekeeping guidelines are adhered to as defined by the workplace standards and norms. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The finished material is handled carefully to prevent damage. 


    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 relevant ETQA or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement of this Unit Standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Assessment and moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA or by an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA, according to the ETQA's policies and guidelines for assessment and moderation.
  • Moderation must include both internal and external moderation of assessments at exit points of the Unit Standard, unless ETQA policies specify otherwise. Moderation should also encompass achievement of the competence described both in individual Unit Standards as well as the integrated competence described in the Unit Standard.
  • Anyone wishing to be assessed against this Unit Standard may apply to be assessed by any assessment agency, assessor or provider institution that is accredited by the relevant ETQA. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Qualifying learners understand and can explain how to:
  • Use Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) correctly.
  • Implement factory specific safety mechanisms.
  • Prepare aluminium sections for machining.
  • Cut aluminium sections to required lengths.
  • Perform end milling of aluminium sections.
  • Perform punching and cropping of aluminium sections.
  • Perform routing of aluminium sections.
  • Perform drilling of aluminium sections.
  • Adhere to prescribed safety procedures.
  • Adhere to prescribed housekeeping guidelines. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one`s personal activities responsibly and effectively by using Personal Protection Equipment correctly and implementing factory specific safety mechanisms. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information when following the prescribed procedure to unpack material and carry out an inspection of the material to ensure that material is not damaged. The setup of the equipment according to manufacturers specifications also displays the ability to collect, analyse and critically evaluate information. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, by using specialised equipment effectively and taking appropriate care of this equipment while showing responsibility towards the environment and safety of self and others. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Understand the world as a set of related systems by recognising that safety procedures and good housekeeping guidelines have to be adhered to to ensure the safety of others and yourself. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    The learner is able to contribute to the full personal development of themselves and the social and economic development of the society at large. 

    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  57162   National Certificate: Aluminium Fabrication and Installation  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  CETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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    NONE 


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