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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Occupational Certificate: Brush Hand 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
112263  Occupational Certificate: Brush Hand 
ORIGINATOR
Development Quality Partner - CHIETA 
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  182  Not Applicable  NQF Level 02  Regular-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Reregistered  EXCO 0425/24  2019-10-24  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 prepare a learner to operate as a Brush hand. A Brush Hand must be able to prepare substrates using hand tools, and use brushes, rollers, trowels and rakes to paint substrates, and inspect and use ladders. A Brush Hand operates in either a decorative or industrial painting environment. The learner will complete the applicable work experience modules depending on the context in which they find themselves.

Rationale:
This qualification equips learners with the necessary skills and competence to operate as Brush Hands in either a decorative or industrial context. Most of the people employed to carry out painting work in the industry are Brush Hands. Essentially, these people work under the instruction of an Assistant Painter or Painter to carry-out basic painting tasks, using brushes, rollers, trowels and rakes.

Typically, learners would be school leavers with an NQF Level 1 qualification or learners who have not had access to structured painting training programmes and with no formal recognised competencies. This part qualification will empower Brush Hands to obtain recognition and give them the level of skills that will increase their opportunities for employment and expertise.

Employers will benefit as competent Brush Hands will contribute positively to the productivity of the organisation, especially since mostly Brush Hands are employed in the painting sector. 

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 Mathematics. 

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
Y 

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

Knowledge Modules:
  • 643101-000-00 KM-02, Safety, Health and the Environment, Level 2, 7 Credits.
  • 643101-000-00 KM-03, Scaffolding, Working at Heights, Fall Protection Systems and Ladders, Level 2, 16 Credits.
  • 643101-000-00 KM-04, Substrates and Substrate Preparation, Level 2, 7 Credits.
  • 643101-000-00 KM-07, Paint, Paint Technology and Paint Application, Level 2, 9 Credits.

    Total number of credits for Knowledge Modules: 39.

    Practical Skill Modules:
  • 643101-000-00 PM-01, Work Safely and Respond to Emergencies, Level 2, 5 Credits.
  • 643101-000-00 PM-02, Work at Heights, Level 2, 4 Credits.
  • 643101-000-00 PM-03, Erect and Dismantle Scaffolding, and Use Ladders, Level 2, 8 Credits.
  • 643101-000-00 PM-04, Use Hand Tools, Level 2, 2 Credits.
  • 643101-000-00 PM-06, Prepare Substrates for Painting Using Hand Tools, Level 2, 8 Credits.
  • 643101-000-00 PM-08, Paint Substrates Using Basic Painting Skills, Level 2, 20 Credits.

    Total number of credits for Practical Skill Modules: 47.

    Work Experience Modules:

    Choose work experience modules depending on the context: Totalling 96 Credits.

    Context 1: Decorative:
  • 643101-000-00 WM-01, Processes to implement fall protection plans and install lifelines, Level 2, 8 Credits.
  • 643101-000-00 WM-02, Processes to erect and dismantle access scaffolding up to 6m, Level 2, 12 Credits.
  • 643101-000-00 WM-03, Decorative substrate preparation, using hand tools, Level 2, 28 Credits.
  • 643101-000-00 WM-07, Painting of decorative substrates using brushes, rollers and trowels, Level 2, 48 Credits.

    Context 2: Industrial:
  • 643101-000-00 WM-01, Processes to implement fall protection plans and install lifelines, Level 2, 8 Credits.
  • 643101-000-00 WM-02, Processes to erect and dismantle access scaffolding up to 6m, Level 2, 12 Credits.
  • 643101-000-00 WM-04, Industrial substrate preparation, using hand tools, Level 2, 28 Credits.
  • 643101-000-00 WM-08, Painting of industrial substrates using brushes, rollers and trowels, Level 2, 48 Credits.

    Total number of credits for Work Experience Modules: 96. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Prepare substrates using hand tools.
    2. Paint substrates using basic painting skills. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
  • Interpret work instructions.
  • Strip substrates of old paint, varnish or any other covering or coating where applicable.
  • Use appropriate materials to treat and prepare substrates (ferrous and non-ferrous, wooden, gypsum boards, polystyrene, concrete and plaster, fibreglass, fibre cement) for painting.
  • Clean substrate as per procedures.
  • Identify, use, clean and store hand tools and equipment.
  • Carry out all work safely and use appropriate PPE.
  • Complete tasks within the specified time according to industry standard.
  • Adhere to manufacturer's specifications.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the substrates and substrate preparation procedures.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
  • Interpret work instructions and plan work.
  • Prepare work area for painting (signage and barricade requirements, tools and equipment selection, identification of environmental requirements, ventilation, ensuring application area is free of dust).
  • Calculate material quantities to meet the job requirements, stir and mix paint to specified proportion and consistency.
  • Apply paint with a brush to substrates (ferrous and non-ferrous, wooden, plastic, polystyrene, concrete and plaster, tar, wall tiles, fibreglass, fibre cement).
  • Apply paint with a roller to substrates (ferrous and non-ferrous, wooden, plastic, polystyrene, concrete and plaster, tar, wall tiles, fibreglass, fibre cement).
  • Apply paint with a trowel to substrates (concrete and plaster, fibre cement).
  • Conduct all painting activities with due consideration to transfer efficiency of paint to substrate.
  • Identify and resolve painting defects.
  • Conduct post paint application operations.
  • Identify, use, clean tools and store equipment appropriately and safely.
  • Perform all work safely and use appropriate PPE.
  • Complete the tasks within the specified time and meet workmanship industry quality standards.
  • Adhere to manufacturer's specifications.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of intermediate painting techniques.

    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 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. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    This qualification was compared to the New Zealand qualification and the City and Guilds Level Diploma in Painting and Decorating qualification in the United Kingdom.

    New Zealand.
    The Occupational Certificate: Brush Hand compares with the following aspects of the National Certificate in Painting and Decorating Level 4: working at heights, applying paint by brush and roller in non-complex areas, handling painting and decorating materials, preparing surfaces for painting, erecting scaffolds under supervision. The Occupational Certificate: Brush Hand qualification compares with the following standards:
  • Demonstrate knowledge of paint and its application.
  • Work safely at heights in the painting and decorating sector.
  • Handle painting and decorating materials.
  • Apply paint by brush and roller to multiple surfaces.
  • Prepare surfaces for painting or clear finish.
  • Use painting and decorating tools and equipment.
  • Erect and maintain working platform systems for painting and decorating.

    United Kingdom.
    The Occupational Certificate: Brush Hand qualification compares with the City and Guilds Level 1 Diploma in Painting and Decorating in qualification.
    The City and Guilds Level 1 Diploma in Painting and Decorating comprises the following units:
  • Erect and dismantle access equipment and working platforms.
  • Prepare surfaces for decoration.
  • Apply paint systems by brush and roller to non-complex areas.
  • Apply foundation and plain papers.
  • Produce specialist decorative finishes.

    Conclusion
    Both the cited qualifications compare well with the South African qualification in terms of content and competencies. However, the New Zealand qualification does compare better, as demonstrated above, with the South African qualification in that there is a greater overlap in competencies between them. 
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    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    Horizontal Articulation:
    This qualification allows for horizontal and vertical articulation possibilities with the following qualification:
  • National Certificate: Painting and Decorating: FET Phase, Level 2.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Occupational Certificate: Assistant Painter; NQF Level 3. 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    N/A 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    N/A 

    NOTES 
    Qualifying for External Assessment:
  • To qualify for an external assessment, learners must provide proof of completion of all required modules by means of statements of results and work experience records.

    Additional legal or physical entry requirements:
  • Must be physically able to perform the tasks in this qualification.

    Criteria for the Accreditation of Providers:
  • Accreditation of providers will be done against the criteria as reflected in the relevant curriculum on the QCTO website.

    The curriculum title and code are:
  • Brush Hand: 643101000-00#01.

    Encompassed Trades:
    This qualification encompasses the following trades as recorded on the NLRD:
  • None.

    Assessment Quality Partner (AQP):
  • National Artisan Moderating Body (NAMB). 
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    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
     
    NONE 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: 
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