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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Operate a tower crane

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
116255	Operate a tower crane
ORIGINATOR
SGB Civil Engineering Construction
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
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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 2	NQF Level 02	20
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
2026-06-30		2029-06-30

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 qualifying learner is capable of: Demonstrating an integrated practical and theoretical grounding in Crane Operations according to safe handling and maintenance practices in compliance with crane manufacturer's and legislated standards. The contribution to The National Skills Development Strategy is the key developmental interface between learners and new competencies to be achieved. Learners who master the applied competence described in this unit standard will contribute to the development of a professional community of Civil Engineering Construction Crane Operators who are able to competently use science and technology when applying operation techniques The contribution to socio-economic transformation is that learners will be able to undergo RPL-assessment and thereby receive recognition for previous learning and experience. This in turn will enhance the employability and career prospects of learners employed in this sector.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

The following knowledge, skills attitude and/or equivalent: Learning assumed to be in place NQF Level 1 Numeracy and NQF Level 1 Literacy The driver should be declared physically fit and have completed an eyesight test (such as the Orthorator test, the Purdue University Test No. 3, etc.) and an industry recognised depth perception and hand-eye co-ordination test. It is assumed that people starting to learn towards this unit standard have already undergone company induction, have an appropriate licence to operate in the work area, and are competent in unit standards which address: Relevant Code of practice Occupational Health, Safety and General Housekeeping Mechanical Awareness and Plant Appreciation

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

In the range of a rated capacity of up to 50 Tons Limited to work carried out on a standard crane, or with standardised fittings Major components include: Chassis Tower & jib Counter weight, hoist Jib & cab Hoist & slew systems Brakes & Transmission Trolley & hookblock Factors influencing safety and suitability of a crane: Stability Suitability State of repair Proximity of other machines and workers Statutory requirements include but are not limited to: Relevant Code of practice Safety, Health & Environmental legislation Local Provincial authority requirements Appropriate checklist is any one or a combination of the following: Manufacturer's checklist Pre-operational checklist Site-specific checklist Daily checklist Weekly checklist Site-specific checklist Inspecting and recording the operational fitness of all components of the crane should cover: Structural Components Mechanical & Electrical Systems Cab, controls & levers Mast Sections Chassis & Ballast Hoist Ropes, Trolley & Hookblock Worksite procedures include manufacturer's procedures, operators manuals and site operational requirements, or similar procedures Corrective action includes inspections and/or reporting Controls include levers, switches forwards, reverse, left, right, gear selection, braking All implement and attachment movements Corrective action includes repairing and/or reporting

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Demonstrate knowledge of the functions of a tower crane.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The main functions of Tower Crane's are explained in terms of manufacturer's specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

The operation of all major components is explained in terms of their functions.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

All safety features and warning devices on the crane are identified, and their purposes explained in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

The maximum operating capacities are explained in terms of the designed crane capabilities.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

Warnings from crane indicators and gauges are explained according to manufacturer's specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

Corrective actions are described or demonstrated in terms of neutralising warnings received.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Identify the safety and suitability of crane.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Demonstrate the ability to identify the suitability of the crane prior to utilisation.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Demonstrate ability to assess operational capability of lifting equipment (e.g. correct SWL of slings etc).

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Demonstrate an understanding of the influence of load/range characteristics, manufacturers' requirements and environmental conditions.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

Demonstrate an understanding of what constitutes safety in the broader working environment, and when operating a tower crane in compliance with statutory regulations.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Apply the recognised methods for inspecting and recording the operational fitness of all components of the crane.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Pre-operational checks are carried out according to appropriate checklist.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Daily and weekly operator maintenance is performed according to the appropriate post-operational checklist and recordkeeping using a logbook

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Checklist is completed according to worksite procedures and corrective action taken if required, ensuring compliance with manufacturer's specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

Appropriate measures used to rectify and/or prevent basic faults and defects in the mechanical function of the crane are identified.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Operate tower crane.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The purpose of the various controls is explained in accordance with their designed use.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Functions of the various controls are demonstrated in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Controls are used to effectively manoeuvre the crane within manufacturer's specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

Safe working procedures are followed according to manufacturer's specifications, site specific and statutory requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

Crane performance is monitored and corrective action is taken when necessary, in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

Crane is operated without risk of damage or loss to machine or property, or injury to people.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

Hazards specific to operating Tower Crane's and ways to minimise these are explained in terms of potential damage to machine and property, and injury to people.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8

Start-up and shutdown procedures are followed according to manufacturer's specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9

Crane is set up according to manufacturer's and company requirements.

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 CETA-ETQA Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the CETA-ETQA CETA-ETQA or other ETQA's who have a Memorandum of Understanding in place with CETA-ETQA would be responsible for moderation of learner achievements of learners who meet the requirements of this qualification.

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

Tower crane operating procedures and main functions of all major components and systems The maximum operating capacities of the designed working capabilities. Statutory requirements including the Relevant Code of practice and Safety, Health & Environmental legislation Recognized hand signals (and other methods of communication) to direct the crane movements. Selection of crane against environmental restraints

UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME

N/A

UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES

N/A

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Identify and solve problems Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria: Demonstrate knowledge of the functions of a tower crane Corrective actions are described or demonstrated in terms of neutralising warnings received.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Work effectively with others Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria: Apply the recognised methods for inspecting and recording the operational fitness of all components of the crane > Checklist is completed according to worksite procedures and corrective action taken if required, ensuring compliance with manufacturer's specifications.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Employ self management Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria: Apply the recognised methods for inspecting and recording the operational fitness of all components of the crane Daily and weekly operator maintenance is performed according to the appropriate post-operational checklist and recordkeeping using a logbook.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Manage information Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria: Demonstrate knowledge of the functions of a tower crane Warnings from crane indicators and gauges are explained according to manufacturer's specifications.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Communicate effectively Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria: Apply the recognised methods for inspecting and recording the operational fitness of all components of the crane > Appropriate measures used to rectify and/or prevent basic faults and defects in the mechanical function of the crane are identified.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

Demonstrate scientific and technological competence Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria: Identify the safety and suitability of the crane. Demonstrate ability to assess operational capability of lifting equipment (e.g. correct SWL of slings etc). Demonstrate an understanding of what constitutes safety in the broader working environment, and when operating a Tower Crane in compliance with statutory regulations.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Understand contextual world-systems Evident in the following specific outcomes and assessment criteria: Identify the safety and suitability of the crane Demonstrate an understanding of what constitutes safety in the broader working environment, and when operating a Tower Crane in compliance with statutory regulations. Operate a tower crane Hazards specific to operating Tower Crane's and ways to minimise these are explained in terms of potential damage to machine and property, and injury to people.

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
Elective	48961	National Certificate: Construction: Crane Operations	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA
Elective	59729	National Certificate: Mechanical Handling (Rigging)	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual
Elective	48794	National Certificate in Quality Checking of Tyres and Tyre Components	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	MERSETA
Elective	71989	National Certificate: Automotive Components: Manufacturing and Assembly	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	MERSETA
Elective	58862	National Certificate: Electro-Mechanical Winding	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	MERSETA
Elective	58720	National Certificate: Engineering Fabrication	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual
Elective	64829	National Certificate: Lifting Machine Operations	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	TETA
Elective	23255	National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Fitting and Machining	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	MERSETA
Elective	91926	National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Machining and Tooling	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual
Elective	67609	National Certificate: Mechatronics	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	MERSETA
Elective	79666	National Certificate: Metal and Engineering Manufacturing Processes	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	MERSETA
Elective	64190	National Certificate: Metals Production	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual
Elective	49449	National Certificate: Plastics Manufacturing	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	MERSETA
Elective	36155	National Certificate: Polymer Composite Fabrication	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	MERSETA
Elective	79407	National Certificate: Polymer Compound Manufacturing	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	MERSETA
Elective	21012	National Certificate: Power and Telecommunication Cable Manufacturing	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	MERSETA
Elective	24217	National Certificate: Thermoplastic Fabrication	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	MERSETA
Elective	48798	National Certificate: Tyre and Tyre Component Manufacturing	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	MERSETA
Elective	48795	National Certificate: Tyre Assembly	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	MERSETA
Elective	57886	National Certificate: Welding Application and Practice	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual

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.

1.	AA Technical Services (PTY) LTD
2.	Alika Investment CC
3.	Aveng Grinaker -LTA Civil Engineering
4.	Bonticom (Pty) Ltd
5.	Circleway College
6.	Dee-Bravo Training Centre
7.	Devolden Group
8.	Diversity technology Training Institute
9.	Dreyer & Dreyer Risk Solutions
10.	Driven Machinery Training Services cc
11.	Edu Wize Group Pty Ltd
12.	Educon Training and Development PTY LTD
13.	Excellect 209 (PTY) LTD
14.	Excellect 209 PTY LTD
15.	Exclusive Training and Services
16.	Exclusive Training Services
17.	G T Training Service Provider
18.	Hazchemwize (PTY) Ltd
19.	He and She Driver Training Centre
20.	Human Resources Education Training & Development
21.	imithetho labour law
22.	Intellectual Technical Training Institute
23.	Johnson Crane Hire (Pty) Ltd
24.	Juan-Tech Rentals Pty Ltd
25.	Kriel Training (PTY) LTD
26.	Learning Exchange Pty (Ltd)
27.	Licence Wise
28.	Lifting Operator Training Centre cc
29.	LTM Training & Remote Learning Solutions
30.	LTM Training and Remote Learning Solutions
31.	Marholeni M Trading Enterprize
32.	Matovu Training Center
33.	Mectom Skills Development and Training
34.	Mediro Training Academy
35.	Merrod Trading 122 Pty Ltd
36.	Mpofu Engineering Projects
37.	OHS Legislative Training CC
38.	Precision skills development and training
39.	Primeserv Corporate Solutions (Pty) Ltd
40.	Sediba Sabasadi Skills Training Academy (Pty) Ltd
41.	Seshego Risk Management Solutions (Pty) Ltd
42.	Striving Mind Academy and Consultancy Pty Ltd
43.	SVA Training
44.	The Assessment Zone (Pty) Ltd
45.	The Skills Authority
46.	The Skills Matrix
47.	Tjeka Training Matters Pty Ltd
48.	Training Consultant and SD College
49.	Transvaal Legislative Training
50.	Transvaal Training
51.	True-Blue Training (Pty) Ltd
52.	Tshireletso Multi-skills and Training
53.	Wheelman S A
54.	Wild Boar Fire cc

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All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source.