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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION:

Occupational Certificate: Textile Dry Product Surface Preparation Machine

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
103147	Occupational Certificate: Textile Dry Product Surface Preparation Machine
ORIGINATOR
Development Quality Partner - FPMSETA (MAN)
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
-			OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
Occupational Certificate	Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology		Manufacturing and Assembly
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	170	Not Applicable	NQF Level 02	Regular-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Reregistered		EXCO 0425/24	2018-09-12	2025-12-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2026-12-30		2029-12-30

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 qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

Purpose:
The purpose of this qualification is to equip a learner with the knowledge, skills and competencies to perform duties as a Textile Dry Product Surface Preparation Machine Operator. The Textile Dry Product Surface Preparation Machine Operator operates the relevant textile dry product surface preparation machines to improve the appearance and handle of fabric or other textile products to customer specifications or for subsequent processing at optimum efficiency levels. The learner is expected to select two of the following processes: cropping, singeing, shearing, raising, sanding, emerising, napping, sueding or flinting.

Qualifying learners will have acquired the competencies to operate textile dry product surface preparation machines during cropping, singeing, shearing, raising, sanding, emerising, napping, sueding or flinting processes to full capacity as required by the company, detect deviations in set standards and react appropriately to address such deviations related to the machine operation, conversion process and product quality. They will have a thorough understanding of the importance of achieving and maintaining quantity standards related to aspects such as machine efficiency and minimising machine down-time as well as quality standards for fabric or other textile products with improved appearance and handle.

A qualified learner will be able to:

Identify correct substrates for relevant textile dry product surface preparation processing.

Operate relevant textile dry product surface preparation machines and monitor textile dry product surface preparation processes and products.

Recognise the principles of textile dry product surface preparation processes and identify quality requirements related to relevant textile dry product surface preparation products.

Comply with company safety, housekeeping and waste control measures related to relevant textile dry product surface preparation processes.

Rationale:
The textile industry is in a growth phase due to the on-going support by government with new employment opportunities being created in specialised textiles. The replacement of an ageing workforce approaching retirement will create employment opportunities. The Occupational Certificate: Textile Dry Product Surface Preparation Machine is well suited to promote employment in capital intensive sub-sectors in the textile industry in general. The qualification will contribute to improved productivity, efficiency and quality, increase labour stability, reduce accidents, and extend the life of production machinery and equipment.

In July 2007, Cabinet endorsed the first Industrial Policy Action Plan (IPAP) that detailed key action and timeframes for the implementation of the policy. The textile sector was selected for support due to its strategic importance for its contribution to employment and the desire to retain the core capabilities that had been developed in the industry. The Clothing and Textiles Competitiveness Programme (CTCP) was introduced in 2009 and is subdivided into the Competitiveness Improvement Programme (CIP) and Production Incentive Programme (PIP). Both CIP and PIP make provision for skills development, aimed at addressing the persistent skills deficits and mismatches that continue to hamper individual and technological development. This qualification will support the above national strategies. In 2013, the Clothing, Textiles, Footwear and Leather (CTFL) industry accounted for about 14% of manufacturing employment and represented South Africa's second largest source of tax revenue. The industry facilitates an estimated 80 000 jobs and contributes around 8% to the Gross domestic product (GDP) of the country.

The textile industry can be found mostly in the Western Cape and KwaZulu-Natal, with some activity taking place in Gauteng. Two distinct groups have been identified. Firstly, new entrants into the industry who have a school qualification or adults with limited basic schooling, and secondly, existing employees/operators who have been operating in the industry for a number of years without receiving appropriate recognition for the competencies acquired in the workplace and who are operating without the necessary underpinning knowledge.

Owing to technological developments that are closing the major product gaps, local textile production has evolved into a capital-intensive industry, producing synthetic fibres in ever-increasing proportions.

This qualification intends to increase job security and improve employability in this occupation as well as in related operational activities. In addition, the qualification will assist towards qualifying a learner for career advancement, particularly into a supervisory or artisanal role.

Various employer organisations and a trade union participated in the process of developing this qualification by identifying representatives to participate in the working groups and supplying input and comment during the consultation processes. These are:

South African Cotton Textile Processing Employers' Association (SACTPEA).

South African Carpet Manufacturing Employers' Association (SACMEA).

National Manufactured Fibres Employers' Association (NMFEA).

National Association of Worsted Textile Manufacturers (NAWTM).

Narrow Fabric Manufacturers Association (NFMA).

South African Wool and Mohair Processors Employers' Organisation (SAWAMPEO).

National Textile Manufacturers' Association (NTMA).

South African Home Textiles Manufacturers Employers' Organisation (HOMETEX).

South African Blankets Manufacturers Employers' Organisation (SABMEO).

South African Clothing and Textile Workers Union (SACTWU) (Trade Union).

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
RPL for Access to the External Integrated Summative Assessment:
Accredited providers and approved workplaces must apply the internal assessment criteria specified in the related curriculum document to establish and confirm prior learning. Accredited providers and workplaces must confirm prior learning by issuing a statement of result or certifying a work experience record.

RPL for Access to the Qualification:
Accredited providers and approved workplaces may recognise prior learning against the relevant access requirements.

Entry Requirements:

NQF Level 1 qualification with communication.
Or

3 years of workplace experience in a Textile Dry Product Surface Preparation Department.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

QUALIFICATION RULES

This qualification is made up of the following compulsory Knowledge, Practical Skills and Work Experience Modules:

Knowledge Modules, 40 Credits:

715206-002-00-00-KM-01 Textile Production and Manufacturing Concepts, Level 2, 8 Credits.

715206-002-00-00-KM-02 Applied Numerical Literacy in the Textile Industry, Level 2, 4 Credits.

715206-002-00-00-KM-03 Applied English Literacy for the Textile Industry, Level 2, 4 Credits.

715206-002-00-00-KM-04 Textile Dry Product Surface Preparation Processes Technology, Level 2, 24 Credits.

Practical Skill Modules, 70 Credits:

715206-002-00-00-PM-01 Operate relevant Textile Dry Product Surface Preparation Machines achieving Optimum Efficiency Levels, Level 2, 24 Credits.

715206-002-00-00-PM-02 Monitor relevant Textile Dry Product Surface Preparation Processes achieving and maintaining Optimum Production Levels, Level 2, 21 Credits.

715206-002-00-00-PM-03 Check and Inspect relevant Textile Dry Surface Prepared Products and maintain Quality Standards by identifying Product Faults, Level 2, 18 Credits.

715206-002-00-00-PM-04 Comply with Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, Housekeeping Practices and Waste Control Measures in relevant Textile Dry Product Surface Preparation Operations Level 2, 7 Credits.

Work Experience Modules, 60 Credits:

715206-002-00-00-WM-01 Textile Dry Product Surface Preparation Machine Operation, Level 2, 25 Credits.

715206-002-00-00-WM-02 Optimum Textile Dry Product Surface Preparation Production Efficiency Levels, Level 2, 16 Credits.

715206-002-00-00-WM-03 Textile Dry Surface Preparation Product Quality achieved and maintained, Level 2, 16 Credits.

715206-002-00-00-WM-04 Occupational Health and Safety, Housekeeping and Waste Control Compliance in the Textile Dry Product Surface Preparation Processes, Level 2, 3 Credits.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

1. Prepare the relevant textile dry product surface preparation machines and load them with the required raw materials as specified in the product specification in order to ensure that the machines are fully prepared for the efficient operation of production for textile dry product surface preparation processes.
2. Operate the relevant textile dry product surface preparation machines adhering to all safety rules and regulations by starting, stopping and inching the machines and doffing the completed product in order to achieve smooth machine operation and achieve optimum output levels for textile dry product surface preparation processes.
3. Patrol and monitor the relevant textile dry product surface preparation machines and processes regularly in order to identify and take corrective action timeously on any machine and process abnormalities for textile dry product surface preparation processes.
4. Inspect and monitor the quality of textile dry product surface preparation products being produced during production process and at the exit point of the relevant textile dry product surface preparation machines and take corrective action on all defect products in order to maintain the quality of processed products as specified in product specifications.
5. List and apply the safety, housekeeping and waste control procedures and practices in compliance with health, safety and environmental legislation and adhere to company policies and procedures for the relevant textile dry product surface preparation departments.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:

Details of the product specification are identified and applied for the textile dry product surface preparation process and the correct substrates to be used are identified and recognised.

Machine parts for the textile dry product surface preparation machine are identified and pre-start checks and inspection procedures and basic machine maintenance are carried out.

Machine settings such as fabric tension, temperature, machine speed, flame height, length of product, tension rollers and blades of the relevant textile dry product surface preparation machine are identified and adjusted.

Specified raw materials are loaded as per standard operating procedure on textile dry product surface preparation machines.

Information is identified and recorded on production documentation for traceability purposes for textile dry product surface preparation processes.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:

Procedures for activating machine controls and starting and stopping the textile dry product surface preparation machine are identified and applied.

Completed rolls of textile dry product surface preparation product are doffed adhering to all safety requirements and documentation procedures.

Various types of machine stoppages and factors affecting machine efficiency for textile dry product surface preparation processes are attended to.

Availability of the substrates throughout the process is ensured for optimization of textile dry product surface preparation processes.

Safety and environmental company procedures are applied during textile dry product surface preparation processes.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:

The correct patrolling sequence of the textile dry product surface preparation machine and process is applied and consequences of incorrect patrolling sequence are described.

Types of machine and process deviations for textile dry product surface preparation processes are identified and attended to.

Procedures and purpose of calibrating the measuring tools and equipment are applied and justified.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:

Product faults in textile dry product surface preparation processes are identified and possible causes are described and corrective action is taken.

Textile dry product surface preparation product is checked and regularly inspected for faults during the production process and necessary corrective action is taken on all quality deviations.

Textile dry product surface preparation product is monitored and inspected at exit point for quality deviations and necessary corrective action is taken.

Quality standards and customer requirements are achieved.

Active participation in quality change activities is demonstrated as per standard operating procedures for the textile dry product surface preparation machine.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:

The importance of health and safety procedures and environmental practices for the textile dry product surface preparation machine are justified and complied with.

Housekeeping and waste control procedures are conducted and the consequences of non-compliance are described.

Production information and data are recorded in appropriate production documentation.

Integrated Assessment:
Integrated Formative Assessment:
The skills development provider will use the curriculum to guide them on the stipulated internal assessment criteria and weighting. They will also apply the scope of practical skills and applied knowledge as stipulated by the internal assessment criteria. This formative assessment leads to entrance into the integrated external summative assessment.

Integrated Summative Assessment:
An external integrated summative assessment, conducted through the relevant Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) Assessment Quality Partner is required for the issuing of this qualification. The external integrated summative assessment will focus on the Exit Level Outcomes and Associated Assessment Criteria.

INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY

This qualification compares favourably with the following qualifications:

New Zealand:
The New Zealand National Certificate in Textile Manufacture (Operations) (Level 2) is structured to cover a number of strands in the textile industry from which the learner could select categories of elective units as appropriate to the work context. Not all units within the qualification are therefore applicable to the textile dry product surface preparation departments and operations.

Units cover various generic aspects related to occupational safety and general working practices such as productivity, product quality, sustaining process improvements and competitiveness. They also include aspects related to generic machine operation such as machine safety, handling of materials, product quality, minor machine maintenance, raw material identification and description, fault finding and access and use of textile production information.

The units specifically relating to textile dry product surface preparation machine operations were selected from the Fabric Finishing categories and include:

Process fabric on a blowing machine.

Process fabric on a singeing machine.

Process fabric on a stenter or tenter.

Process fabric on a raising machine.

Process fabric on a cropping or shearning machine.

Process fabric on a rotary press.

Process fabric on a high temperature decatising machine.

Steam and brush fabric.

These units cover concepts of skills development, performance criteria, acquisition of skills and a sound basis of technical knowledge. The essential skills and knowledge are listed, however the level purported to be specified, is absent. The New Zealand qualification is set at Level 2 on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF), but entry requirements are not specified. It is therefore unclear whether the prerequisites would in fact refer to entry level requirements or other prerequisites.

Australia:
Units from the Certificate II in Textile Production (Intermediate) cover various generic aspects related to occupational safety and general working practices such as teamwork, computer operation, productivity, sustaining process improvements and competitiveness. They also include aspects related to generic machine operation such as: Handling of materials, product quality; minor machine maintenance; changeover activities; raw material identification and description; fault finding and access; and use of textile production information. The unit specifically relating to textile dry finishing operations is:

Conduct Technical Textile Mechanical Finishing Processes.

The unit relates to processes applied to textile products after production operations are completed. Processes may include operations such as printing, coating, tumbling, brushing, rolling, pressing, decoclaving, padding, mending and other operations designed to achieve a specific effect on textile products. This unit includes the preparation, operation, monitoring and adjusting of machines and equipment used in finishing processes.

Entry requirements are not specified in the Australian qualification; therefore it is unclear whether the prerequisites would in fact refer to entry level requirements or other prerequisites.

This qualification is set at Level 2 on the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Credits or hours of learning are not specified.

Conclusion:
These qualifications display similarities in terms of content, the practical skills, knowledge needed by an operator and operational context and processes. It can be concluded that this qualification compares well with the New Zealand National Certificate in Textile Manufacture (Operations) (Level 2) and the Australian Certificate II in Textile Production (Intermediate).

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

This qualification allows possibilities for both horizontal and vertical articulation.

Horizontal Articulation:

Occupational Certificate: Textile Dry Fringing Machine Operator, Level 2.

Vertical Articulation:

National Certificate: Clothing, Textiles, Footwear and Leather (CTFL) Mechanician Processes, Level 3.

MODERATION OPTIONS

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CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

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NOTES

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LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

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