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

Control an integrated melting operation 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
110282  Control an integrated melting operation 
ORIGINATOR
Chemical Industries SGB 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology Manufacturing and Assembly 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 3  NQF Level 03  10 
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 
Learners who demonstrate competence as described in the outcomes of this unit standard will be able to operate a batch mixing plant and a glass melting furnace in a manner that ensures that the demands of the downstream glass forming process are operation are met.

This is achieved by:
  • Monitor and maintain normal operating conditions in an integrated glass melting operation
  • Collect and interpret non-routine information regarding an integrated glass melting operation
  • Contribute to the maintenance of an integrated glass melting operation
  • Respond to hazardous conditions or emergencies in an integrated glass melting operation
  • Adjust glass production to comply with forming requirements (including shut down and start up a non-continuous glass melting operation where this is practiced). 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Learners accessing this unit standard will have demonstrated competence regarding:
  • Health, safety, environmental and quality issues and technology relevant to processing (chemical) materials
  • Operating an integrated batch mixing plant
  • Operating equipment
  • Operating a glass melting furnace
    Where learners do not have the relevant expertise, appropriate adjustments must be made to the learning programme. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    Instructions include standard operating instuctions, equipment manuals, site-specific instructions, process operiting instructions and verbal instructions. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Maintain normal operating conditions in an integrated glass melting operation. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Normal operating conditions are established from standing operating instructions and production instructions
    Specific operating instructions include additional instructions recorded in operating logs, or other instruction given in accordance with site-specific instructions, (They include instructions or requirements passed from the site controller/supervisor and are usually requirements from the forming section)
    Ancillary operations include batch mixing/provision of raw materials and furnace ancillaries such as electrode make up/slipping/spare components and gas supply
    Monitoring includes identification of deviations from normal operations that are trends or sudden occurrences
    Quality assurance activities include taking samples, and acting on results of analysis (that may be part of operational duty or work of analyst) and recording of results and conditions and operational data. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Take over responsibly for the glass melting operation when normal operating conditions are confirmed. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Components include equipment, machinery, and control system(s) that are indefinable as separate parts or units with in the furnace `system`. (Typical examples of components are burners, electrodes, feeder, dust extraction and process control system).
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Establish specific operating requirements for the (shift) period. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Achieve conformance with the operating instructions and confirm operating instructions in accordance with best practice. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Monitor process operation against instructions and best practice in accordance with operating instructions. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Remedial action includes shut down and use of standby unit, repair or call-out of designated person in accordance with instructions.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Identify trends and deviations from set values and make appropriate adjustments to deviations and process variables to keep process operating in accordance with instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    6. Carryout or co-ordinated ancillary operations to ensure that normal operating can continue. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    7. Carry out quality assurance activities in accordance with instructions and maintain Safety, and environmental standards during normal operations. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Collect and interpret non-routine information regarding an integrated glass melting operation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Collect and interpreted non routine information in accordance with instructions or as required when normal operations indicate potential deviations from limits. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Take appropriate action based on interpretation of information. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Adjustments and immediate actions are in accordance with instructions and best practice
    Trends and deviations from set values are identified and appropriate adjustments to process variables are made to keep process operating in accordance with instructions
    Judgement on when to inform process controller or other superior management/technical expert is based on instructions and best practice.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Contribute to the maintenance of an integrated glass melting operation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Conduct routine inspections servicing and or maintenance of components accordance with instructions. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Abnormal conditions are situations where normal process operation cannot continue for reasons beyond normal adjustment of process variables; hazardous conditions are situations with place people, environment, and or equipment at risk.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Identify report and take appropriate action on abnormal operations in accordance with instructions and maintain Safety and environmental standards when addressing abnormal or emergency conditions. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Actions may include addressing the problem personally, instructing subordinate to address problem or calling for expert help such as an artisan, manager or other technical expert. Best practice is the action or activity accepted by the relevant industry and experts as appropriate under given or equivalent circumstances.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Receive authorization for maintenance or other work in accordance with site specific instructions. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Abnormal operations include over load or equipment abnormal power consumption, temperatures noise or visual nonconformities
    Actions include process adjustments, shut down, change to standby units, inform appropriate person, making equipment safe, call out maintenance personnel.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Respond to hazardous conditions or emergencies in an integrated glass melting operation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Identify nonconforming hazardous conditions in terms of best practice and instructions and take action in accordance with instructions that are based on best practice. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Establish normal operating conditions within time frames that are accepted as best practice for the operation of the furnace where learning takes place. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Maintain Safety and environmental standards during the establishment of normal operating conditions. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Adjust glass production to comply with forming requirements. 
    OUTCOME NOTES 
    Adjust glass production to comply with forming requirements (including shut down and start up a non-continuous glass melting operation where this is practiced). 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Adjust process operating variables to meet the process requirements and bring the process into operating condition within acceptable time frames 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Prepare for a change of condition in the process including (start-up or shut down) in accordance with instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Adjust start-up/shut down process in accordance with instructions or best practice. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    The Educational Training Quality Assurance Body (ETQA), for the Chemical Industry in consultation with GEN/FETQA will accredit providers offering learning towards this standard and will register assessors. They will also appoint the internal and external moderators. 

    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Principles and practice of melting and molten glass production.
  • Safety, health, environmental and quality issues pertaining to molten glass production and the operation of associated equipment.
  • Of the process control system used in a batch mixing plant. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made regarding the quality of the batches produced, state of the equipment and machinery used, material mixed and safety. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as a member of a team and organisation as is required to ensure that the batching activities proceed effectively complying with instructions and the downstream process requirements. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one`s activities responsibly and effectively to conduct work efficiently and enjoyably. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information to ensure productivity in the plant and quality of batched prepared. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion ensuring that records comply with instructions and best practice and that relevant people know status of the batching operation. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others to ensure that batches are in accordance with instructions thereby minimizing wastage of material and energy. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrating and understanding of the world as a set or related systems by recognising that problem solving contexts do not exist in isolation in that efficient batch mixing is critical in the production of glass products in an integrated production operation, which is achieve through attention to detail and completing work correctly. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    Contribute to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of society at large, it must be the intention underlying any programme of learning to make an individual aware of the importance of reflecting on and exploring a variety of strategies to learn more effectively; participating as responsible citizens in the life of local, national and global communities; being culturally and aesthetically sensitive across a range of social contexts by undertaking and accepting responsibility for work that has impact on co-workers and a large production operation which as significant impact on the national economy including export of glass products and provision of glass products used by local citizens. 

    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 
    N/A 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  48434   National Certificate: Molten Glass Production  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-09-17  Was CHIETA 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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