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

Receive and grade rooibos 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
123161  Receive and grade rooibos 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Secondary Agriculture: Processing 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 01 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation Secondary Agriculture 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 2  NQF Level 02  4 
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 
To ensure that the learner is able to receive the Rooibos material and identify the various characteristics that indicate the quality of the raw product according to the specific grading parameters. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Communication and Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 1. 

UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
N/A 

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
Show an understanding of the practices and the procedures that are used in the receiving of Rooibos material. 
OUTCOME RANGE 
The range includes but is not limited to: producer's delivery, batch ID / code number, weighing Mass bags, sampling, marking mass bags, documentation. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
The reasons for allocating a unique batch ID / number for each delivery that is received are explained. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
The information that has to be captured, before the batch ID can be allocated, is detailed. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
The procedures for the marking of the mass bags, as per the company's SOPs are described. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
The procedures for the weighing and documentation of the mass bag weights, as per the company's SOPs are described. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
The reasons for the taking of samples of each producer's delivery are explained. 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
Demonstrate an understanding of the specifications that are used in assessing the quality of raw Rooibos. 
OUTCOME RANGE 
The range includes but is not limited to: Grades, Moisture, Clean Yield, Cut length. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
The different grades that raw Rooibos is classified into are described. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
The influence that high levels of moisture have on the quality of raw Rooibos are explained. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
The factors that determine a "clean yield" of raw Rooibos are detailed. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
The importance that the length of cut has on the grading of raw Rooibos is explained. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
The use of different sieves to establish the length of cut is described. 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
Demonstrate the sampling of the raw Rooibos for grading. 
OUTCOME RANGE 
The range includes but is not limited to: Multiple samples, frequency, sampling instruments. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
The necessity of taking multiple samples from each load is explained. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
The ratio of samples that must be taken from each load is described. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
The sampling pin is used and operated correctly. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
The procedures for the handling of the sampling bags, as per the company's SOPs are described. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
The importance of ensuring that a varied "cross sampling" of each load is explained. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
The percentage of a load, as per the company's SOPs, that the sampling constitutes, is described. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
The sampling pin is cleaned effectively. 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
Show an understanding of the sensory testing of the Rooibos samples. 
OUTCOME RANGE 
The range includes but is not limited to: Sensory testing, preparation, brewing procedures, Rooibos colour chart. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
The reasons for conducting sensory testing of the samples are explained. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
The preparation of the equipment for sensory testing is described. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
The preparation of the samples is described. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
The procedures for the brewing of the samples are explained. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
Samples are compared against the Rooibos colour chart. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
The procedures for conducting the sensorial test are carried out. 


UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider through the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines in the relevant qualification and the agreed ETQA procedures. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Embedded knowledge is reflected in the assessment criteria for each specific outcome and must be assed in its own right, through oral and written evidence. Observation cannot be the only assessment. 

    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    The learner is able to identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made by:
  • Applying the SOP's to cater for the receiving of irregular deliveries.
  • Ensuring that all delivery discrepancies are recorded and reported. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    The learner is able to work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or communities by:
  • Assisting with the offloading of delivery vehicles.
  • Participating in the grading of the Rooibos consignments. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    The learner is able to organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively by:
  • Following the sampling ratios to ensure that a representative sample of each delivery is taken. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    The learner is able to collect, organise and critically evaluate information by:
  • Comparing samples with the grading standards for Rooibos.
  • Using the sieves to determine the average length of cut.
  • Reflecting on and exploring a variety of strategies to learn more effectively.
  • Being culturally and aesthetically sensitive across a range of social contexts. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    The learner is able to communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentation by:
  • Reporting of any irregularities in either the documentation or product received.
  • Compiling a brief report on the status of an unsuitable delivery. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    The learner is able to use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others by:
  • Understanding the procedures for the grading and testing of the Rooibos products.
  • Recognising the importance of reporting a high moisture content of product that has been brought for delivery.
  • Participating as responsible citizens in the life of local, national and global communities. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    The learner is able to demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognizing that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation.
  • Evident in all Specific Outcomes. 
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    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.
  • Evident in all Specific Outcomes.
  • Exploring education and career opportunities.
  • Developing entrepreneurial opportunities. 
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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 
    The Learner:
  • Is expected to perform the specific outcomes reflected in this unit standard without direct supervision.
  • Should have access to work site procedures.
  • Should demonstrate an application of ethics and values.
  • Must apply basic principles of general safety and customer care.
  • Should demonstrate an awareness of the expectations and obligations of basic employee/employer relations including industrial relations principles.

    At this level the communication / reporting of issues arising in the workplace, is embedded in the specific outcomes and the related assessment criteria.

    It is understood that, due to the nature of the work environment and the skills level of the Learner, that the aspects of teamwork form an integral part of the necessary specific outcomes and related assessment criteria.

    The points included under the notes, should be included when the qualifying Learners are being assessed. 
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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  50226   National Certificate: Rooibos Processing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  AgriSETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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