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

National Certificate: Mining Operations: Underground Hard Rock 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
49013  National Certificate: Mining Operations: Underground Hard Rock 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Mining and Minerals 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
Was MQA until Last Date for Achievement  OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
National Certificate  Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology  Fabrication and Extraction 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  140  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Regular-Unit Stds Based 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 
SAQA 0160/05  2007-04-03  2007-08-16 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2008-08-16   2011-08-16  

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 replaces: 
Qual ID Qualification Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Min Credits Replacement Status
21839  National Certificate: Mining Operations Underground Hard Rock Tabular  Level 2  NQF Level 02  162  Complete 

This qualification is replaced by: 
Qual ID Qualification Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Min Credits Replacement Status
58739  National Certificate: Mining Operations for Underground Hard Rock  Level 2  NQF Level 02  130  Complete 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
This qualification will allow a learner in the mining and minerals industry to obtain a nationally recognised qualification in mining operations in the area of underground hard rock mining. It will also contribute to the upliftment of the mining industry and will set a standard for professionalism in the industry. The attainment of this qualification will also attract and retain quality learners and employees. This qualification will also provide for recognition of prior learning to allow for the recognition of existing and common knowledge and skills that will not only allow a learner to gain credits towards this qualification, but also to move across the different occupational areas.

People credited with this qualification are able to:
  • Communicate effectively in the workplace and a variety of other contexts
  • Apply mathematical principles in practical applications
  • Apply natural science principles in practical applications
  • Work in accordance with sound Occupational Safety, Health, Hygiene and Environmental principles and practices
  • Conduct mining operations in Underground Hard Rock mines

    Rationale:

    The Mining & Minerals sector serves the need of the society and the economy. The National Certificate in Mining Operations: Underground Hard Rock is designed to contribute to mining operations, in particular underground hard rock mining competence.

    Persons working in underground mining operations require a sound knowledge of the mining and minerals environment and the capacity to understand underground mining operations related to underground hard rock mining.

    In the Mining and Minerals sector, Employees are appointed on technical knowledge (operations), experience and potential supervisory ability. It is therefore assumed that learners attempting this qualification are competent in numeric and communication skills and/or learners are technically competent on a specific aspect of underground mining operations or related fabrication and extraction field.

    The National Certificate in Mining Operations: Underground Hard Rock (L2) is designed to meet the needs of learners in the Mining and Minerals sector (or those wish to enter the Mining and minerals sector) who require technical expertise and essential knowledge needed to earn a formal qualification in mining operations. The qualification facilitates access from previously disadvantaged groups and other learners to acquire the technical knowledge and skills that are required.

    This qualification will enhance the status, productivity and employability of the learner within the mining and minerals industry as well as contribute to the quality, production rate and growth. This allows for access, progression, portability and mobility within and between the different mining operations areas in the mining and minerals industry. 

  • LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    It is assumed that candidates embarking on learning towards this qualification are already competent in the following areas:
  • Communication and mathematical literacy at NQF Level 1.

    Recognition of Prior Learning:

    This qualification can be achieved wholly or in part through recognition of prior learning in terms of the criteria laid out.

    Evidence can be presented in a variety of forms, including international or previous local qualifications, reports, testimonials mentioning functions performed, work records, portfolios, videos of practice and performance records.

    All such evidence should be judged according to the general principles of assessment described in the note to assessors. 

  • RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    Fundamental (a total of 40 credits):
  • All 20 credits from language and communications
  • All 20 credits from mathematical sciences

    Core:
  • All 40 credits from the list of Core Unit Standards

    Elective:

    Narrow Tabular Specialisation Area:

    Learners working within narrow tabular operations must do all 6 credits listed below:
  • Remove an accumulation of water from an ore pass
  • Measure, plot and interpret area measurements within an underground workplace
  • Install underground workplace ventilation controls

    54 additional credits (at Level 2 or higher) are to be selected from the electives to make up a minimum of 140 credits.


    Massive Mining Operations Specialisation Area:

    Learners working within massive mining operations must do all 12 credits listed below
  • Maintain effective work relationships with other members of staff (communication - conflict management)
  • Lift and move a load using a mechanical lifting equipment
  • Take charge of and drive a non-articulating vehicle in an underground mine
  • Control workplace hazardous substances

    48 additional credits (at Level 2 or higher) are to be selected from the electives to make up a minimum of 140 credits. 

  • EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    Candidates for the National Certificate in Underground Hard Rock Mining Operations must achieve the outcomes specified in terms of a combination of specific and critical cross-field outcomes as defined in the different unit standards. The detailed lists of unit standards for each category are presented in the matrix of this qualification.

    Fundamental Exit level outcomes:
    1. Communicate effectively in the workplace and a variety of other contexts.
    2. Apply mathematical principles in practical applications.
    3. Apply natural science principles in practical applications.

    See matrix for the list of unit standards that relate to these exit level outcomes.

    Core Exit level outcomes:
    1. Work in accordance with sound Occupational Health, Hygiene, Safety and Environmental principles and practices.
    2. Conduct mining operations in Underground Hard Rock mines.

    See matrix for the list of unit standards that relate to these exit level outcomes.

    Consistency of Exit Level Outcomes with Critical Cross-Field Outcomes:

    In accordance with SAQA guidelines, all unit standards include the assessment of relevant critical cross-field outcomes. Consequently, Exit Level Outcomes are consistent with critical cross-field outcome requirements.

    The following CCFO's have been addressed in this qualification as per the unit standards outlined in the Annexures.
  • Identifying and solving problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made
  • Working effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation, or community
  • Organising and managing oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively
  • Collecting, analysing, organising and critically evaluating information
  • Communicating effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion
  • Using science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others
  • Demonstrating an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation. 

  • ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Fundamental Assessment Criteria:

    1. The learner is able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing while performing the tasks related to conducting mining operations in underground hard rock mines and in other related contexts.

    2. The learner is able to apply mathematical principles and techniques while performing the tasks related to conducting mining operations in underground hard rock mines and in other related contexts.

    3. The learner is able to apply natural science principles while performing the tasks related to conducting mining operations in underground hard rock mines and in other related contexts.

    Core Assessment Criteria:

    1. The learner ensures that Occupational Health, Safety, Hygiene and Environmental requirements are met by self and members of his team while conducting underground hard rock mining and other related activities.

    2. The learner is able to conduct the installation, production and monitoring activities related to underground hardrock mining in a safe, productive and efficient manner.

    Integrated Assessment:

    For award of the qualification, a candidate must achieve each unit standard as listed.

    In addition, candidates must demonstrate the ability to engage in the operations selected in an integrative way, dealing with divergent and "random" demands related to these work operations, effectively. Evidence is required that the candidate is able to achieve the purpose of the qualification as a whole at the time of the award of the qualification.

    The applied competence (foundational, practical and reflective competencies) of this qualification will be achieved if a learner is competent in all of the unit standards. Identification and solving of known problems, teamwork, self-organisation and the processing of data must be assessed. This assessment can take place using any combination of practical, foundational and reflective competency assessment methods and tools to determine the development of the whole person and the integration of applied knowledge and skills. Competence will be assessed when conducting formative and summative assessment in the context of the laboratory operations environment. 

    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    This qualification and the component unit standards have been compared with similar qualifications from the following countries:
  • Australia - MNM Metalliferous Mining
  • New Zealand - Introductory Skills underground metalliferous

    In general this qualification and its component unit standards compare well with their international counterparts. The only major differences are in formatting and scope of coverage or focus. 

  • ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    The qualification can act as a springboard from which people may progress to other qualifications in mining, mining-related sub-fields and mining supervision. Such qualifications may either be horisontal (e.g. to Gold Extraction or Hard Rock Tabular Ore Bodies) or vertical to e.g. a relevant Level 3 qualification which will prepare the learner for working in a supervisory capacity. 

    MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Moderation must include both internal and external moderation of assessments at exit points of the qualification, unless ETQA policies specify otherwise. Moderation should also encompass achievement of the competence described both in individual unit standards and exit level outcomes, as well as the integrated competence described in the qualification.
  • Assessors and moderators should develop and conduct their own workplace specific assessments by making use of a range of formative and summative assessment methods and should assess combinations of foundational, practical and reflective competencies. Assessors should give credit for the evidence of learning that has already been acquired through formal, informal and non-formal learning and work experience.
  • Assessment and moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the ETQAs policies and guidelines for assessment and moderation; in terms of agreements reached around assessment and moderation between ETQAs (including professional bodies). 

  • CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
  • Anyone wishing to be assessed against this qualification may apply to be assessed by any assessment agency, assessor or provider institution that is accredited by the relevant ETQA
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement of this qualification must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA.
  • Assessors registered with the relevant ETQA must carry out the assessment of candidates for any of the unit standards that make up this qualification.

    Expertise required by the Assessor:

    The assessor requires five different types of expertise. They are:
  • Assessment expertise
  • Technical/contextual/occupational expertise
  • Interpersonal and communication skills and
  • Planning and administration skills
  • Current competency 

  • NOTES 
    This qualification has been replaced by qualification 58739, which is "National Certificate: Mining Operations Underground Hard Rock", Level 2, 130 credits.

    This qualification replaces qualification 21839, "National Certificate: Mining Operations Underground Hard Rock Tabular", Level 2, 162 credits. 

    UNIT STANDARDS: 
      ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
    Core  14656  Demonstrate an understanding of sexuality and sexually transmitted infections including HIV/AIDS  Level 1  NQF Level 01 
    Core  110118  Demonstrate knowledge of the most common harmful gases and vapours  Level 1  NQF Level 01 
    Core  119127  Extinguish a fire underground by means of a portable fire extinguisher  Level 1  NQF Level 01 
    Core  115087  Conduct a preliminary incident investigation into workplace health, safety and environmental incidents  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Core  116670  Describe the basic environmental factors of ventilating an underground working place to ensure a safe and healthy working environment  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Core  110122  Determine velocity of air in a workplace by means of the tape method and take appropriate action  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Core  9678  Follow basic health and safety practices underground  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Core  119116  Install and remove pipes and accessories  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Core  9700  Make safe a workplace by means of barring  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Core  116657  Test for flammable gas in a mining environment by means of a hand held electronic instrument and take appropriate action  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Core  15265  Treat misfires  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Core  114952  Apply problem-solving techniques to make a decision or solve a problem in a real life context  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Core  116664  Plan, organise, lead and control activities in the mining operations process  Level 3  NQF Level 03  10 
    Fundamental  13505  Apply concepts of lines of sight, views and perspectives to make sense of and decisions relative to the world around us  Below Level 1  Level TBA:Pre-2009 BelowL1 
    Fundamental  13503  Construct and use tables and graphs to organise and interpret information  Below Level 1  Level TBA:Pre-2009 BelowL1 
    Fundamental  13507  Demonstrate knowledge of the development of mathematics as a human activity and use an alternate number system to the base ten system  Below Level 1  Level TBA:Pre-2009 BelowL1 
    Fundamental  14080  Describe routes and locations and draw simple maps  Below Level 1  Level TBA:Pre-2009 BelowL1 
    Fundamental  13504  Describe, interpret and represent the environment geometrically  Below Level 1  Level TBA:Pre-2009 BelowL1 
    Fundamental  12449  Engage in a range of speaking and listening interactions (Revised)  Below Level 1  Level TBA:Pre-2009 BelowL1 
    Fundamental  13502  Measure and solve problems involving measurement, perimeter, area, volume and time  Below Level 1  Level TBA:Pre-2009 BelowL1 
    Fundamental  14069  Solve realistic and abstract problems involving changing quantities by addition, subtraction, multiplication and division  Below Level 1  Level TBA:Pre-2009 BelowL1 
    Fundamental  13497  Solve realistic and abstract problems involving grouping and equal and proportional sharing  Below Level 1  Level TBA:Pre-2009 BelowL1 
    Fundamental  13498  Solve realistic and abstract problems involving rates and direct and indirect proportion  Below Level 1  Level TBA:Pre-2009 BelowL1 
    Fundamental  13496  Solve realistic and abstract problems involving the comparison of quantities in terms of differences and ratios  Below Level 1  Level TBA:Pre-2009 BelowL1 
    Fundamental  13499  Solve realistic and abstract problems involving variables in non-symbolic form  Below Level 1  Level TBA:Pre-2009 BelowL1 
    Fundamental  12453  Use reading skills to respond to defined texts  Below Level 1  Level TBA:Pre-2009 BelowL1 
    Fundamental  13500  Work with a variety of number patterns and relationships  Below Level 1  Level TBA:Pre-2009 BelowL1 
    Fundamental  13501  Work with fractions, percentages and decimals to describe situations and calculate change situations  Below Level 1  Level TBA:Pre-2009 BelowL1 
    Fundamental  12460  Write defined texts  Below Level 1  Level TBA:Pre-2009 BelowL1 
    Elective  9654  Acquire an appreciation for the role of rock engineering in the mining process  Level 1  NQF Level 01 
    Elective  119113  Construct a concrete winch bed  Level 1  NQF Level 01 
    Elective  119105  Demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of operation of a loading device  Level 1  NQF Level 01 
    Elective  9685  Extend tracks by means of jump-sets and sliding rails  Level 1  NQF Level 01 
    Elective  119109  Install a blasting barricade  Level 1  NQF Level 01 
    Elective  119120  Install a dust-allaying device  Level 1  NQF Level 01 
    Elective  15280  Install a swing barricade  Level 1  NQF Level 01 
    Elective  9682  Install a winch signalling arrangement in an underground workplace  Level 1  NQF Level 01 
    Elective  9823  Perform basic life support and/or first aid procedures in emergencies  Level 1  NQF Level 01 
    Elective  119124  Transport explosives and accessories by means of rolling stock  Level 1  NQF Level 01 
    Elective  119121  Transport material and equipment by means of rolling stock  Level 1  NQF Level 01 
    Elective  119106  Transport persons by means of a locomotive and carriage  Level 1  NQF Level 01 
    Elective  116520  Apply safety, health and environmental principles and procedures in a workplace  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  10787  Assemble Oxy-acetylene equipment  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  15299  Bar and break big rocks using a mobile scaler  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  15337  Break big rocks by means of drilling and blasting using a secondary breaker  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  15304  Break big rocks using a secondary breaker  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  119107  Charge shot holes with ammonium nitrate based explosives  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  10550  Charge shot holes with bulk explosives  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  119098  Charge shot holes with cartridged explosives and accessories  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  116655  Conduct continuous hazard identification and risk assessment within a workplace  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  119129  Construct a stopping to control airflow underground  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  119118  Construct an underground ladder-way  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  15284  Construct and install a platform  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  10745  Cut mild steel by means of an Oxy-acetylene cutting torch  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  11704  Destroy old explosives in the workplace  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  116636  Determine environmental thermal conditions in an underground workplace by means of a whirling hygrometer and take appropriate action  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9694  Drill holes by means of a hand-held rock drill machine  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  10548  Drill holes by means of a stope drill-rig  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  110406  Identify and deal with rock strata conditions when working or travelling within an underground-working place  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  119115  Install a mono rope system  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  119110  Install a rail turn-out in an underground workplace  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  119108  Install a set of rails in an underground workplace  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  119111  Install a stope box front and chute  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  119123  Install a stope grizzly  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  10632  Install a straining wire cable support system  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  10601  Install an electrical cable  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9691  Install and remove a hydraulic prop  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9693  Install and remove mechanical prop  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  10551  Install and remove ventilation columns and accessories  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  10553  Install pre-stressed elongated support  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9681  Install scraper rigs and rig scraper ropes in an underground workplace  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9680  Install scraper ropes onto scraper winch drums  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  10556  Install tendon support by means of a Roofbolter  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  110127  Install underground workplace ventilation controls  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9679  Join steel ropes by means of splicing  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9599  Lift and move material and equipment by means of a forklift  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  119094  Mark service holes underground  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  115092  Measure and record the concentration of flammable and noxious gases and vapours and take appropriate action  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  119130  Measure, plot and interpret area measurements within an underground workplace  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  119103  Operate a locomotive underground  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  119114  Operate a monorail system  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  119100  Re-rail a track bound unit  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  15271  Remove an accumulation of water from an orepass  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  15295  Remove an obstruction from a drawpoint using a water cannon  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9684  Remove broken rock by means of a high-pressure water jet unit  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9683  Remove broken rock by means of a scraper winch in an underground workplace  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9598  Remove broken rock by means of a suction unit  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9686  Remove broken rock by means of a track-bound mechanical loader  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  10741  Replace an in-line ventilation fan in an underground environment  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9600  Support an underground work place by means of wire mesh and lacing  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  119095  Support an underground working place by means of a thin-sprayed lining  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9601  Support an underground working place by means of backfilling  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9602  Support an underground working place by means of column grouted rods  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  116437  Support an underground working place by means of full column grouted rods  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  119119  Support an underground working place by means of mechanical anchors  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  119092  Support an underground working place by means of sets  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9689  Support an underground working place by means of stick support  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9690  Support an underground working place by means of timber pack support  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  10555  Support an underground workplace by means of grout packs  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  10636  Transfer broken rock by means of a diesel-powered Load Haul Dumper (LHD) in an underground mine  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9591  Transfer broken rock by means of an electrical-powered Load Haul Dumper (LHD) in an underground mine  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9593  Transport broken rock by means of a diesel powered Dump Truck in an underground mine  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  119122  Transport broken rock by means of rolling stock  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  119112  Transport material and equipment by means of a mono rope system  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9595  Transport persons, material, equipment and explosives by means of a fixed saddle utility vehicle in an underground mine  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9596  Transport persons, material, equipment and explosives by means of a light delivery vehicle (LDV) in an underground mine  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  9597  Transport persons, material, equipment and explosives by means of an interchangeable saddle utility vehicle in an underground mine  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  116534  Carry out basic first aid treatment in the workplace  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  116665  Connect and initiate a blast of a stope face using shock tube  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  115093  Control workplace hazardous substances  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  115750  Demonstrate a basic understanding of the causes of falls of ground  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  115749  Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of strata control  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  10740  Lift and move a load using a mechanical lifting equipment  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  11235  Maintain effective working relationships with other members of staff  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  10761  Replace an electric motor  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  119117  Time connect and initiate a blast of a development end using elctric/electronic delay detonators  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  119101  Time connect and initiate a blast of a development end using fuses and igniter cord  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  116660  Time connect and initiate a blast of a stope face using electric/electronic delay detonators  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  119096  Time connect and initiate a blast of a stope face using fuses and igniter cord  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  116668  Time, connect and initiate a blast of a development end using shock tube  Level 3  NQF Level 03 


    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
    When qualifications are replaced, some (but not all) of their learning programmes are moved to the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replaced qualification.
     
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    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: 
    This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.
     
    1. CONCOR PROJECTS PTY LTD 
    2. FOSKOR (PTY) LTD 
    3. HARMONY GOLD MINING CO LTD 
    4. NORTHAM PLATINUM LTD 
    5. PALABORA COPPER (PTY) LTD 



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