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

Operate match skillet printing machine 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
117236  Operate match skillet printing machine 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Wood Products 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 01 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation Forestry and Wood Technology 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 2  NQF Level 02  9 
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 is for people who can convert board into skillets by operating the match skillet printing machine, whilst adhering to other agreed standards pertaining to performance, safety, quality, and the environment.

People credited with this unit standard are able to:
  • Check and Set Up Machine
  • Check the Gravure and printing unit
  • Conduct the process control test
  • Record raw material data and Process control checks
  • Monitor and control quality of skillets 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    A Learner who wishes to enter a learning programme for this Unit Standard must be able to demonstrate:
  • Competency in communication skills equivalent to that of a person who has qualified in these subjects at an NQF 1;
  • An understanding of the basic activities of the match manufacturing production process in their workplace;
  • Knowledge and skills in the relevant workplace procedures, health and safety measures equivalent to NQF level 1 requirements. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    a) The scope of the Unit Standard covers:

    i) The whole environment that can be described as match manufacturing.
    ii) All the personnel involved in all activities of match manufacturing.
    iii) All the material that is handled and processed in this work area of match manufacturing.
    iv) All the company's work procedures and safety regulations relating to this work area of match manufacturing.
    v) All the relevant OSHACT stipulations, which have bearing on, match manufacturing and all other activities in this work area.

    b) The context of the Unit Standard relates to the training of a Learner at NQF level 2 in the activity of match manufacturing.

    c) The level assigned to this Unit Standard, i.e. Level 2, is appropriate because it entails the training of a novice in match manufacturing is a progression of the skills acquired from Levels 2 to 4. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Check and Set Up Machine. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The Gravure cylinders are checked if they are not scratched before being inserted into the machine. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    A clean ignition paint trough is placed in the gravure unit. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The ignition paint trough is filled with tested ignition paint as per work instruction and recorded in the Process Control Sheet. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The ink ducts and ink rollers are replaced if required as per work instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The ink ducts are filled with the required ink colour. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The ignition pump and machine is switched on as per work instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    The blowing fans and drying towers are checked as per work instructions. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Check the Gravure and printing unit. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The board is checked to ensure it is centralised when it goes through the gravure unit. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The Gravure cylinder, which applies the ignition strip, is checked as per work instruction. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The rubber rollers, paint trough, doctor blade is checked as per work instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Date stamp is checked and set up as per work instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The ink ducts on the print unit, printing rollers, and print plates are checked for damage as per work instructions. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Conduct the process control test. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The test equipment is set-up to conduct viscosity check as per work instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The paint viscosity is tested in 30-minute intervals to determine whether it is within specification. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Corrective action is taken as per work instructions. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Record raw material data and Process control checks. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Batch numbers, reel number, and weight of the board are recorded in the logbook. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Production and waste volumes are recorded in the logbook. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    All machine stoppages are recorded in the logbook. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    In-process checks are recorded on the process control sheet as per work instructions 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Monitor and control quality of skillets. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Product that does not conform to the quality specification is removed from machine and discarded as per work instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Product, which is incorrectly dated or not dated, is removed as per work instructions. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 
    Shut down and clean the machine. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The machine is switched off. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The ignition pump is switched off and flushed according to work instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Gravure and printing unit parts are removed as per work instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The machine is blown to free dirt and work area cleaned. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    An individual who wishes to be assessed against this Unit Standard may apply to, or inform, his immediate superior in the relevant workplace, to request management to arrange for his / her assessment by the relevant assessor accredited for this purpose by the ETQA of the FIETA. Accreditation for this Unit Standard shall be from the relevant Education and Training Quality Assurer (FIETA ETQA) through formative and summative assessment by a registered Assessor. Assessment should be contextual and be conducted in the workplace as far as possible.

    The relevant NSB and SGB should be notified of any feedback related to this qualification.
  • Assessors must be registered as an Assessor with the relevant ETQA
  • Moderators must be registered as assessors with the relevant ETQA
  • Training providers must be accredited by the relevant ETQA
  • Moderation should include both internal and external moderation where applicable
  • The FIETA ETQA will co-ordinate all moderation activities in accordance with their policies and procedures 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    A demonstrated understanding of:

    Match manufacturing principles and practical application in the match manufacturing environment, in addition with knowledge of Safety/Environmental/Health issues.


    i) ISO Quality Awareness
    ii) Health and Safety (Section 14)
    iii) S.A.B.S. ISO 9002 QUALITY SYSTEM (Work instruction)
    iv) Production process (Customer-Supplier relationship) 

    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems, using critical and creative thinking in the match manufacturing area. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organization or community in a production environment. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, clean, store and deliver tools and instruments utilized in his/her work area in an effective and efficient manner. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Listen, understand instructions and verbally report in an effective manner to his/her superior. 

    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 
    The Outcomes that Learners achieve will be judged subject to these being achieved:

    i) Within the standard time prescribed by the organisation;
    ii) While following all the safety procedures required by the OSHACT and the workplace; and
    iii) Strictly according to the organisation's work instructions

    Values

    The use of tasks and materials in the learning event plan should not discriminate against learners on any grounds prescribed in the Bill of Rights and Employment Equity Act and should promote the orientations outlined in the critical cross-field outcomes. 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  49082   GETC: Wood Products Processing  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  FPMSETA 
    Elective  49083   National Certificate: Wood Products Processing  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  FPMSETA 


    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. AFRICAN MULTISKILLS DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING 
    2. ENB TRAINING SERVICEPTYLTD 
    3. FUTURE DISCOVERY TRAINING ACADEMY 
    4. Imara Umbono Incorporated (Pty) Ltd 
    5. MGS GCABA CONTRACTING & TRADING CC 
    6. Optimi Workplace 
    7. TAMASA TRAINING PTY LTD 
    8. TIRHANI SKILLSTRAINING PTY LTD 
    9. VEB CELE & ASSOCIATES PTY LTD 


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