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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Conduct weighbridge operations

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
110211	Conduct weighbridge operations
ORIGINATOR
SGB Mining and Minerals
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
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FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology			Fabrication and Extraction
ABET BAND	UNIT STANDARD TYPE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
Undefined	Regular	Level 2	NQF Level 02	3
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

This unit standard will be useful to people who are responsible for conducting weighbridge operations.

People credited with this unit standard are able to

demonstrate knowledge relating to weighbridge operations;

plan and prepare to conduct weighbridge operations;

operate the weighbridge; and

adhere to safety and health requirements

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

The credit calculation is based on the assumption that learners are already competent in terms of the following outcomes or areas of learning when starting to learn towards this unit standard:

Communication and numeracy at NQF Level 1

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

Specific range statements are provided in the body of the unit standard where they apply to particular specific outcomes or assessment criteria.

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Demonstrate an understanding of weighbridge operations.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. The purpose of the weighbridge is explained in terms of operational requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Weighbridge must include one of the following:

Mechanical

Electronic

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Incoming and outgoing products and materials are identified.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. The elements of the IT systems associated with the weighbridge are described in terms of their functioning.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. The security systems associated with the weighbridge operation are described in terms of operational requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. The process of weighbridge calibration is explained in terms of operational requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Calibration process must include the following:

Timing (frequency)

Method

Records

Capacity

Accuracy

Tolerances

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. Radio and telephone communication procedures are explained and applied in terms of operational requirements.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Plan and prepare for weighbridge operation.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. The dispatch listing (outgoing vehicles) is consulted to schedule weighbridge operations.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. The schedules of incoming vehicles is consulted to schedule weighbridge operations.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. A pre-start check is conducted in accordance with specified requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Pre-start check must include the following:

Lockouts

Plant availability

Weighbridge cards

Safety requirements

Position of weighing platform

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. PPE is selected and checked in accordance with specified requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Safety and environmental hazards are identified and dealt with in accordance with requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. The weighbridge is cleaned in accordance with specified requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Cleaning must include the following:

Structure

Weighing platform

Nuclear source cells clear of dust

Control room

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Operate the weighbridge.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Vehicles are weighed in accordance with specified requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Weighing must include the following:

Zeroing of scale

With or without driver/passenger (depending on procedure)

Checking of load against documentation

Checking vehicles for contamination

Calculating load (manual or electronic)

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Problems are identified and solved in accordance with specified requirements, or reported to the responsible person.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. PPE is used in accordance with specified requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Security measures are adhered to in accordance with specified requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Documentation is completed, stored and submitted in accordance with specified requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. Vehicles are directed to the appropriate place for loading, offloading or despatch.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

7. Safe working practices are followed in accordance with specified requirements.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Adhere to legal, safety and health requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Vehicle loads (mass) are monitored for compliance with specified requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Vehicles are monitored for material spillages, sheeting and dust suppression.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Vehicle movements are directed in accordance with specified requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Weighbridge pits are dewatered in accordance with procedure.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Emergency procedures are conducted in accordance with specified requirements.

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

1. Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
2. Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider through the relevant ETQA by SAQA.
3. Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines in the relevant qualification and the agreed ETQA procedures.

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

Essential embedded knowledge will be assessed through assessment of the specific outcomes in terms of the stipulated assessment criteria. Without knowledge of the listed embedded knowledge, candidates are unlikely to achieve all the specific outcomes to the standards described in the assessment criteria. This means that for the most part, the possession or lack of the knowledge can be directly inferred from the quality of the candidate`s performance. Where direct assessment of knowledge is required, assessment criteria have been included in the body of the unit standard.

UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME

N/A

UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES

N/A

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Identify and solve problems and make decisions using critical and creative thinking.

The ability of the candidate to identify substandard and hazardous conditions, assess and take appropriate action.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or community.

The ability and willingness of the candidate to accept and interpret work instructions correctly.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Organise and manage himself / herself and his / her activities responsibly and effectively.

The ability of the candidate to indicate what methods, tools and personal protective equipment are required, and to communicate to fellow workers his / her intentions and the assistance required.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.

The ability of the candidate to reconcile the information from visual and physical examinations and constantly evaluate the changing situation.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Communicate effectively, using visual, mathematical and / or language skills in the modes of oral and / or written presentations.

The appropriate communication with the relevant personnel with regard to the reporting of hazards and substandard conditions will indicate his / her proficiency in effective communication.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

Use science and technology effectively and critically, thus showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.

The use of science and technology is not relevant for this unit standard.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation.

The ability of the candidate to identify and refer anomalous behaviour to a specialist confirms his / her understanding of the fact that a specific observation, inference, action or decision may have a devastating effect.

UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA

Assessors should keep the following principles in mind when designing and conducting assessments against this unit standard:

Focus the assessment activities on gathering evidence in terms of the main outcome expressed in the title to ensure assessment is integrated rather than fragmented. Remember we want to declare the person competent in terms of the title. Where assessment at title level is unmanageable, then focus assessment around each specific outcome, or groups of specific outcomes.

Make sure evidence is gathered across the entire range, wherever it applies. Assessment activities should be as close to the real performance as possible, and where simulations or role-plays are used, there should be supporting evidence to show the candidate is able to perform in the real situation.

Do not focus the assessment activities on each assessment criterion. Rather make sure the assessment activities focus on outcomes and are sufficient to enable evidence to be gathered around all the assessment criteria.

The assessment criteria provide the specifications against which assessment judgements should be made. In most cases, knowledge can be inferred from the quality of the performances, but in other cases, knowledge and understanding will have to be tested through questioning techniques. Where this is required, there will be assessment criteria to specify the standard required.

The task of the assessor is to gather sufficient evidence, of the prescribed type and quality, as specified in this unit standard, that the candidate can achieve the outcomes again and again and again. This means assessors will have to judge how many repeat performances are required before they believe the performance is reproducible.

All assessments should be conducted in line with the following well documented principles of assessment: appropriateness, fairness, manageability, integration into work or learning, validity, direct, authentic, sufficient, systematic, open and consistent.

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015.

UNIT STANDARD NOTES

Terminology

Specified requirements include legal and site-specific requirements and are contained in one or more of the following documents:

Legal

Relevant Acts, e.g. Mine Health & Safety Act, 1996 (Act No. 29/1996), and Minerals Act and Regulations, 1991 (Act No. 50/1991)

Mandatory Codes of Practice

ABS and other relevant standards

Chief Inspector of Mines` Directives

Site specific

Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA)

Occupational Health and Safety Risk Management Programme

Managerial Instructions

Mine Standard Procedures

List of Recorded OH&S Risks

Working Guides

Equipment and Materials Specifications

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Elective	64909	National Certificate: Small Scale Mining	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	MQA
Elective	35939	National Certificate: Pulp and Paper Woodyard Operations	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered"	2007-02-01	Was FPMSETA until Last Date for Achievement

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD:

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.

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