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

Join pipes and install associated fittings 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
115898  Join pipes and install associated fittings 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Water Sector 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 12 - Physical Planning and Construction Civil Engineering Construction 
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 "Registered" 		 2004-06-09  2007-06-09  SAQA 0954/04 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2008-06-09   2011-06-09  

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 qualifying learner achieving this unit standard in combination with context expertise standard(s) will be able to join similar and different pipe types and install associated fittings in accordance with industry code of practice, safety procedures and work procedures. This competence will enable the learner to secure, lift and lower pipes and associated fittings safely. This competence will enhance the ability of learners to contribute to ensuring that teamwork is more effective in workplaces. This competence will contribute towards the effective and efficient operations of sustainable wastewater service to customers. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Knowledge of pipes, associated fittings, and valves used in wastewater reticulation, knowledge of personal safety practices 

UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
Safety risks
  • Gases, collapsible soils and swinging equipment

    Personal protective equipment
  • Gloves, goggles, overalls, boots, mask, earplugs, helmet, torch, breathing aids, gum boots, harness, ladder, gas detector.

    Legislation
  • OHS Act and Regulations

    Methods
  • Chain hooks, slings, straps, rope knots and lifting beam

    Lifted and lowered using all methods
  • Tripod/ block and tackle, pulley, hydraulic lifting gear and manual

    Pipes
  • HDPE, Asbestos Cement, uPVC, steel, stainless steel, cast iron, galvanised iron, concrete, GRP, mPVC, earthenware, Polypropylene, ductile iron.

    Associated fittings
  • Pre-cast concrete manhole rings and pre-cast bases, pre-formed plastic units and manholes, cast iron, concrete and plastic covers, asbestos cement manholes, step-irons, rodding eyes and inspection chambers, saddles, bends and junctions, couplings and traps

    Valves
  • Non return, isolating, regulating, sluice-gate venting and resilience seal valves. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Identify safety risks and implement safety procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Safety risks are identified and task teams are briefed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Safety equipment is used in accordance with legislation and work procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Work is completed in accordance with legislation and work procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Secure, lift and lower pipes and associated fittings. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Work site is cleared of obstructions before commencing operations. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Pipes and associated fittings are made secure using all the different methods. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Associated fittings and pipes are lifted and lowered using all the different methods. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Signals and other communication with operator/s are accurate and timely. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Join similar pipe types. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Classes of pipes are checked for compliance with specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Pipe fittings are selected in accordance with code of practice. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Seals in fittings are correctly seated and undamaged. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Alignment of pipes is checked before joining pipes. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Similar pipe types are joined as per code of practice. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Problems are identified and appropriate corrective action is taken in accordance with own scope of responsibility. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Join different pipe types. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Pipes are checked, differences are identified and appropriate action is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Classes of pipes are checked for compliance with specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Pipe fittings are selected in accordance with code of practice. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Seals in fittings are correctly seated and undamaged. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Alignment of pipes is checked before joining pipes. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Different pipe types are joined as per code of practice. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    Problems are identified and appropriate corrective action is taken in accordance with own scope of responsibility. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Install associated fittings. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Different jointing ends are identified. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Associated fitting ends and pipe ends are matched. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Seals and packing in associated fittings are correctly seated and undamaged. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Associated fittings are installed as per code of practice. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Problems are identified and appropriate corrective action is taken in accordance with own scope of responsibility. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA.
  • Assessment and moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the ETQA's policies and guidelines for assessment and moderation.
  • 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 as well as the integrated competence described in the qualification. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Relevant sections of the OHS Act.
  • Work procedures including maintenance of safety equipment.
  • Code of practice.
  • Lifting gear and securing methods.
  • Communication and signalling to operators.
  • Ways to step down on pipe sizes.
  • Different jointing ends and appropriate application.
  • Different types of seals used in joining pipes.
  • Ways to check for damaged seals used in joining pipes.
  • Different jointing methods.
  • Problems associated with installation. 
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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.

    Assessment criteria:
  • Safety risks are identified and task teams are briefed.
  • Work site is cleared of obstructions before commencing operations.
  • Problems are identified and appropriate corrective action is taken in accordance with own scope of responsibility. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation, and community.

    Specific outcome:
  • Identify safety risks and implement safety procedures.

    Assessment criteria:
  • Signals and other communication with operator/s are accurate and timely. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Plan, organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively.

    Assessment criteria:
  • Safety risks are identified and task teams are briefed.
  • Work site is cleared of obstructions before commencing operations. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.

    Assessment criteria:
  • Safety risks are identified and task teams are briefed.
  • Work site is cleared of obstructions before commencing operations.
  • Problems are identified and appropriate corrective action is taken in accordance with own scope of responsibility. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the form of oral and/or written presentation.

    Assessment criteria:
  • Safety risks are identified and task teams are briefed.
  • Signals and other communication with operator/s are accurate and timely.
  • Problems are identified and appropriate corrective action is taken in accordance with own scope of responsibility.
  • Problems are identified and appropriate corrective action is taken in accordance with own scope of responsibility. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.

    Specific outcome:
  • Identify safety risks and implement safety procedures.
  • Secure, lift and lower pipes and associated fittings. 
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    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.

    Specific outcome:
  • Identify safety risks and implement safety procedures.
  • Secure, lift and lower pipes and associated fittings.

    Assessment criteria:
  • Problems are identified and appropriate corrective action is taken in accordance with own scope of responsibility. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    Integrated Assessment

    When conducting assessments, assessors must ensure that they are familiar with the full text of the unit standards being assessed. Assessors must ensure that the assessment covers the specific outcomes, critical cross-field outcomes and essential embedded knowledge by developing assessment activities and tools, which are appropriate to the contexts in which the learners are working. These activities and tools may include self-assessment, peer assessment, formative and summative assessment. It may be more effective and efficient to assess a number of unit standards together in an integrated way, thus reducing the overall number of assessments and ensuring that commonalities that exist between a number of unit standards are captured in a way that makes sense for assessment.

    Assessment Option

    Learners could be assessed using the following methods:
  • Oral or written questions
  • Direct observation 
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    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  48907   National Certificate: Wastewater Reticulation Services  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2007-06-09  Was EWSETA until Last Date for Achievement 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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