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

Apply knowledge of fishing vessels and fishing gear in a fisheries compliance environment 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
263294  Apply knowledge of fishing vessels and fishing gear in a fisheries compliance environment 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Nature Conservation 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 01 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation Nature Conservation 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 4  NQF Level 04  10 
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 
The unit standard is aimed at individuals involved in carrying out routine tasks associated with a fisheries control officer. The focus of this unit standard is for the learner to identify the common types of fishing vessel and fishing gear used in South African waters as well as the specific gear used for capturing particular target species in order to enable the execution of duties associated with fisheries conservation compliance.

In particular, learners will be able to:
  • Distinguish between various types of fishing vessel used in the main fisheries.
  • Identify commonly used types of fishing gear.
  • Identify the deck gear used in association with the fishing gear used in commercial fishing.
  • Take appropriate action in response to observed infringements. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
  • Communication Literacy at NQF Level 4. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    N/A 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Distinguish between various types of fishing vessels used in the main fisheries. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    A description is given of and the most important distinctions drawn between the various vessel types used in the main fisheries. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Vessel types include:
  • Demersal and pelagic trawl; demersal and pelagic long-lining; pelagic purse-seining; traditional linefish; squid; tuna pole-fishing; West and South coast rock lobster; abalone.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Knowledge of the construction of a vessel is applied to identify the type of fishing for which it is fitted. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Different fishing vessels are identified from a distance through the recognition of distinguishable features. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Distinguishable features include:
  • Legal markings; licence numbers; name of vessel; type of vessel.
     
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    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Identify commonly used types of fishing gear. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    An outline is provided of the fishing gear that would be found on a vessel that is licensed for various fisheries in South African waters. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Vessels include:
  • Demersal and pelagic trawl; demersal and pelagic longlining; pelagic purse-seining.

    Fisheries include:
  • Traditional linefish; squid; tuna polefishing; West and South coast rock lobster; abalone.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Bottom trawl and mid-water trawl nets are distinguished in terms of function and construction. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    A list is prepared of fishing gear that should be found on a vessel complying with the legal requirements for fisheries in South African waters. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Demersal and pelagic trawl; demersal and pelagic longlining; pelagic purse-seining; traditional linefish; squid; tuna polefishing; West and South coast rock lobster; abalone.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Identify the deck gear used in association with the fishing gear used in commercial fishing. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Deck equipment used on fishing vessels is listed and related to the purpose of the vessel. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Deck equipment associated with the different fishing methods is described and related to its function. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    A vessel's fishing gear is examined and a decision is made as to whether it complies with the relevant fisheries legislation. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Fisheries legislation includes:
  • Marine Living Resources Act and Regulations issued in terms of the Act.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The correct method for measuring the legal compliance of a net is demonstrated. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Take appropriate action in response to observed infringements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    An inspection report is completed and forwarded to the relevant Monitoring, Control and Surveillance (MCS) authorities. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The ship's master is informed of infringements and of potential consequences of the infringements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Appropriate action is taken to address identified infringements according to legislative requirements. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Appropriate action includes but is not limited to:
  • Issuing of fines, sealing of gear, confiscation, arrest.
     
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    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Anyone assessing an individual against this unit standard must meet the assessor requirements of the relevant ETQA. In particular, such assessors must demonstrate that they assess in terms of the scope and context defined in all the range statements.
  • Any institution offering learning towards this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA.
  • External moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA at its discretion according to the moderation guidelines in the relevant qualification and the agreed ETQA procedures. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Types of vessels used in various fisheries.
  • Fishing gear.
  • Deck gear.
  • The most important legal requirements for vessels, fishing gear and deck gear.
  • Maintain the integrity of data and reporting procedures. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Operate in a group or team:
  • In order to operate successfully as an assistant to fisheries compliance officers, it is essential for the learner to be a good team player. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Information gathering, analysis and evaluation:
  • Deciding whether a vessel is compliant requires that the learner gathers, organizes, analyses and critically evaluates the available information. This information includes structural details about the vessel and the type and use of fishing gear on the vessel as well as legal requirements. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communication:
  • The reporting of non-compliance requires clear reasoning as well as effective writing skills. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use of science and technology:
  • This unit standard requires that learners become familiar with the fishing gear and associated deck gear. 
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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 
    Values:

    Demonstration of the knowledge and skills outlined in this unit standard must be consistent with the principles of:
  • Maintaining essential ecological processes and life-support systems.
  • Maintaining genetic, species and ecosystem diversity.
  • Considering ecological and social rights and responsibilities, whilst ensuring sustainable utilisation of species and ecosystems.

    The intention is to yield the greatest sustainable and equitable benefit to present generations whilst maintaining the potential to meet the needs and aspirations of future generations. 
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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  66149   Further Education and Training Certificate: Fisheries Resource Compliance  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2015-06-30  TETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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