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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Inspect, trim, balance and sort manufactured tyres

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
115063	Inspect, trim, balance and sort manufactured tyres
ORIGINATOR
SGB Manufacturing and Assembly Processes
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
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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 2	NQF Level 02	19
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

The skills, values and knowledge reflected in this unit standard are required by people in the tyre manufacturing field who have to perform first stage inspection on manufactured tyres. Qualifying learners are able to inspect and trim tyres, mark tyre high spots and sort defective from defect-free tyres.

The learning outcomes in this unit standard also contribute to the exit level outcomes required for the National Certificate in Quality Checking and Finishing of Manufactured Tyres (NQF Level 2) and related qualifications.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

This unit standard has been designed as part of a progression. It is one of a series of unit standards for activities below, at and above this level. The credits assigned to it are based on the assumption that I am learning what is needed for this unit standard as part of an integrated learning programme for a range of related unit standards. If I have experience in these related activities but do not have credits for them, I can obtain credits by being assessed through a process that recognises prior learning. If I do not have such experience of related activities, then my learning time will be increased. I can choose to be assessed and obtain credits against those other unit standards as I make progress towards the outcomes of this unit standard.

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

The ranges as indicated under the specific outcomes determine the scope and level of this unit standard.
All work is performed under minimal supervision and according to worksite and manufacturer specifications and occupational safety, health and environmental legislation. Work is generally, but not exclusively, carried out in a team environment.

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Load tyre onto machine and trim vents and flash.

OUTCOME RANGE

Loading includes lubricating of tyres if required.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

To facilitate integrated assessment, the assessment criteria for this specific outcome has been consolidated:

Results achieved:
1. Tyres are trimmed, balanced, sorted and stacked

Indicators:
1. All vents are removed
2. No damage occurs to tyre during trimming
3. Applicable procedures are followed
4. Lubricant containers are replenished
5. Trimming knives are in good condition
6. All defective tyres are identified and reported
7. High incidence of faults is reported as soon as trend is observed
8. All tyres with defects that can be repaired are identified for repair
9. All tyres carry a balance mark
10. The correct size of fitting is selected for each tyre size
11. Data is recorded accurately
12. Tyres are stamped with the operator identification code
13. Work is performed safely with due care for self, fellow workers, equipment, materials and the environment

Understanding confirmed:
1. Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to:

Defects, both repairable and non-repairable

The need for trimming, balancing and marking tyres

The need for sorting, buffing and repair

The need for traceability of tyres

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Load tyres onto inspection stand, inspect tyres and identify any defects.

OUTCOME RANGE

Defects include all common defects which can be identified visually.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Defects, both repairable and non-repairable

The need for trimming, balancing and marking tyres

The need for sorting, buffing and repair

The need for traceability of tyres

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Inflate tyre and check for bulges.

OUTCOME RANGE

Bulge: tyre cord separation.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Defects, both repairable and non-repairable

The need for trimming, balancing and marking tyres

The need for sorting, buffing and repair

The need for traceability of tyres

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Load and balance tyre on static balancing machine and apply mark.

OUTCOME RANGE

Mark includes static low or high mark.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Defects, both repairable and non-repairable

The need for trimming, balancing and marking tyres

The need for sorting, buffing and repair

The need for traceability of tyres

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Sort and stack tyres, separating out those which require buffing and repair.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Defects, both repairable and non-repairable

The need for trimming, balancing and marking tyres

The need for sorting, buffing and repair

The need for traceability of tyres

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6

Apply operator code to inspected tyres, record data, classify defects and report.

OUTCOME RANGE

Report includes routine reporting and timeously reporting a high incidence of defects (a sequence of recurrent faults occurring over a short period of time).

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Defects, both repairable and non-repairable

The need for trimming, balancing and marking tyres

The need for sorting, buffing and repair

The need for traceability of tyres

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 7

Care for tools and equipment.

OUTCOME RANGE

Care for includes replenishing lubricants.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Defects, both repairable and non-repairable

The need for trimming, balancing and marking tyres

The need for sorting, buffing and repair

The need for traceability of tyres

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

My assessment will be governed by the policies and guidelines of the relevant Education and Training Quality Assuror who has jurisdiction over this field of learning. My assessor will (at the very least) be accredited and have a technical qualification in this learning area.
I can be assessed in the language of my choice although if I have to report incidents or conditions to someone else, I will be assessed on my ability to report in the language commonly used in my working environment.
I will be assessed in the workplace but I can submit documents, projects, test results and assignments that were not produced in the workplace.
I can be assessed against this unit standard to obtain credits or as part of an integrated assessment for a qualification.

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

1. Names, locations, functions of:

Equipment and tools

Lubricating material

Various defects

Various markings

2. Purpose of:

Various markings

Lubricating material

Tools and equipment

3. Attributes, descriptions, characteristics & properties:

Various types of defects

Various markings

Tyre sizes and types

Various tools and equipment

4. Categories:

Tyre classifications

5. Sensory cues:

Used to identify visual defects

Feeling for bulges, soft spot, open splices

6. Processes and events:

Checking processes

Balancing processes

Repair processes

Reporting high incidences of defects

7. Causes and effects, implications of:

Causes of defects

Poor inspection, sorting and reporting practices

Implications of not identifying defects (product liability, costs)

Unbalanced tyres

8. Procedures and techniques:

Trimming, balancing, sorting, stacking, marking

Lifting and loading

9. Regulations, legislation, agreements, policies, standards:

Safety and quality standards

Company policies and procedures

Product safety and liability

10. Theory: rules, principles, laws:

Basics of tyre construction and manufacture

Basic properties of rubber materials

Health, safety and environment

Costs of manufacturing and non-conformances

11. Relationships, systems:

Relationship between identification of defects, costs and customer safety and satisfaction

Relationship between curing, quality checking and storage departments

Safety, quality and production systems

UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME

N/A

UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES

N/A

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Identify and solve problems:

Identify and respond to defects in tyres;

Identify and respond to tyre equipment malfunctions;

Classify defects.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Work effectively with others:

Interact with others in own and other departments.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Organise and manage myself and my activities:

Work consistently and carefully according to laid down procedures.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information:

Monitor faults and recognise trends and high incidence of faults.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Communicate effectively:

Report and discuss incidents and problems;

Report high incidences of defects to stop production.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

Use science and technology effectively and critically:

Use equipment and tools;

Relate defects to material properties and tyre construction methods.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems:

Explain the relationship between the checking process and the manufacturing process overall, as well as end use and customer needs and requirements.

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

Supplementary information:

Determination of credits:

Classroom learning - 60 Hours
On-the-job learning - 90 Hours (3 separate activities)
Self directed learning - 10 Hours
Coaching required - 30 Hours

Total: 190 Hours

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Core	48800	National Certificate: Quality Checking and Finishing of Manufactured Tyres	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	MERSETA
Elective	79408	National Certificate: Polymer Compound Manufacturing	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	MERSETA

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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