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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Apply Chemical, Biological and Radiological Countermeasures

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
117480	Apply Chemical, Biological and Radiological Countermeasures
ORIGINATOR
SGB Bomb Disposal and Explosives Control
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-
FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 08 - Law, Military Science and Security			Safety in Society
ABET BAND	UNIT STANDARD TYPE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
Undefined	Regular	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	7
REGISTRATION STATUS		REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE	SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered"		2004-12-02	2007-12-02	SAQA 1057/04
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2008-12-02		2011-12-02

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 is replaced by:

US ID	Unit Standard Title	Pre-2009 NQF Level	NQF Level	Credits	Replacement Status
257279	Apply chemical, biological and radiological countermeasures	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	10

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD

This unit standard is for Bomb Disposal and Explosives Control officials in the field of safety in society who need to execute policing functions and tasks in dangerous situations by applying chemical, biological and radiological countermeasures.

This unit standard will contribute towards compliance with tactical -, legal -, safety- and organisational requirements related to Bomb Disposal and Explosives Control.

Learners credited with this unit standard will be able to:

Identify and understand the different chemical agents

Identify and understand the different biological agents

Identify and understand radiological effects

Understand and apply chemical detection

Understand and apply decontamination procedures

Understand and apply sampling

Understand and apply relevant countermeasures

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Learners embarking on study towards this unit standard are assumed to have completed the following unit standards

UNIT STANDARD: Demonstrate an understanding of the history and origin of explosives, the impact and effects of explosives and explosions

UNIT STANDARD: Identify, apply and implement different blasting accessories, initiating systems and blasting techniques

UNIT STANDARD: Identify and explain explosives

UNIT STANDARD: Identify and explain explosive ordnance (EO)

UNIT STANDARD: Dispose of explosives and munition

UNIT STANDARD: Identify, explain and apply basic electronic relevant to bomb disposal field

UNIT STANDARD: Identify and explain switches and/or triggering devices

UNIT STANDARD: Identify and explain Improvised Explosive Devices (IED)

UNIT STANDARD: Handle bomb incident

UNIT STANDARD: Conduct searching and sweeping

UNIT STANDARD: Conduct and Execute Bomb Disposal

UNIT STANDARD: Identify and Explain Non Destructive testing techniques

UNIT STANDARD: Conduct planning, briefing and debriefing sessions

UNIT STANDARD: Handle unconventional mine warfare incidents

UNIT STANDARD: Handling and securing of weaponry caches

UNIT STANDARD: Apply explosives tactically for the breaching of obstacles

UNIT STANDARD: Apply the dynamics of robotics in bomb disposal field

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

N/A

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Identify and understand the different chemical agents.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The different types and classes of chemical agent groupings are identified and explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

The different effects are identified and explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

The different methods of application are identified and explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Identify and understand the different biological agents.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The different types and classes of biological agent groupings are identified and explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

The different effects are identified and explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

The different methods of application are identified and explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Identify and understand radiological effects.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The basics principles of radiology are identified and explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

The radiological effects are identified and explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

The different methods of application are identified and explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Understand and apply chemical detection.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The basics principles of detection are identified and explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

The use of chemical detectors are identified and explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

The different application methods are demonstrated and explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Understand and apply decontamination procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The basics principles of decontamination are identified and explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

The use of equipment and decontaminants are identified and explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

The different decontamination methods are demonstrated and explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6

Understand and apply sampling.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The basics principles of sampling are identified and explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

The use of sampling equipment is identified and explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

The different application methods are demonstrated and explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 7

Understand and apply relevant countermeasures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

All possible threats are identified and the appropriate countermeasures are explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

The different phases of countermeasures are identified and explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

The different countermeasures are practically demonstrated and explained according to organizational policies and procedures.

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

Candidates are assessed against these assessment criteria. An assessor observes currently employed candidates carrying out their normal work duties. They may also be asked to carry out simulated tasks and to answer written and/or oral questions. Candidates studying towards a Unit Standard, and who are not currently employed, will also be assessed using variety of assessment tools.

Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.

Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider through the relevant ETQA by SAQA.

Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines in the relevant qualification and the agreed ETQA procedures.

The standard describes competent performance in doing physical techniques that will enhance their job performance, and lay down the criteria by which competence should be judged, as well as the range of circumstances in which competence should be demonstrated.

Integrated assessment methods and tools will allow the candidate to demonstrate that she/he has acquired knowledge of and can safely and effectively apply competence identified in this unit standard.

These tools include the following:

In-site (on-the-job) observations

Role-play simulations

Structured group discussions

Written reports (e.g. tests, exams, case studies, projects, registers, logbooks, workbooks)

Verbal report backs (presentations)

Portfolios of evidence

Projects (physical visits to Government Departments)

Experiential learning

Working in teams

Scenario sketching

These methods must be carefully selected based on the purpose of the assessment (For example, the written method of assessing knowledge or on-job demonstration of practical competence). The assessment must integrate a number of different methods in order to give the assessor reliable and valid proof of competence and evidence of required attitudes.

Level

This unit standard should develop learners who demonstrate:

A comprehensive knowledge base as indicated in the embedded knowledge component

An understanding of the discipline/field=s fundamental terms, rules, concepts and principles

Familiarity with some of the essential procedures, operations and techniques of this field

An ability to use a range of procedures to solve routine problems

Basic information gathering, analysis and presentation skills

An ability to communicate and present information clearly and reliability following prescribed formats and conventions

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

NOTES:

A comprehensive understanding of the relevant legislation (Explosive Act 26 of 1956) and Regulations, and procedures and practices.

A basic understanding of the principles of the chemistry, biology and physiology.

A comprehensive understanding of the different chemical agents, different biological agents, radiological effects, chemical detection, decontamination procedures, sampling and relevant countermeasures.

UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME

Decision-making must be developed in this standard during practical exercises. Learners must be left to make their own decision, which must be debriefed.
> Creativity needs to be developed by measuring learners performance to the principles rather than a specific technique which must always be kept in mind.

The following policing specific outcomes must be assessed;

Courage to take risk and even put own life at risks to safe others.

Discipline to accept instructions and policy.

Physical ability to do the job (includes fitness and health required to move in the field with the sections without putting themselves in danger).

Patriotism and loyalty to the country and its entire people.

UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES

N/A

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

High emphasis is placed on problem solving ability during exercises. Exercises and scenarios have a variety to ensure problem-solving ability is developed and not stereotyped step that the person cannot apply in practice.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Ability to be a team player in order to establish synergy during joint operations and in teams.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Organize one self and ones activities while preparing personal equipment and plan own tasks.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Collect, analyze, organize and critically evaluate information received.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

Technical ability in using special equipment.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Understand the world as a set of related systems by understanding the consequences of the incorrect evaluation and applications.

UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA

N/A

UNIT STANDARD NOTES

This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 257279, which is "Apply chemical, biological and radiological countermeasures", Level 5, 10 credits.

Supplementary Information:

Specified Requirements
Specified requirements include legal and legislative specific requirements and are contained in one or more of the following documents:

Criminal Procedure Act

Constitution Act

South African Police Service Act

Explosive Act 26 of 1956

Context Specific
Organizational policies and procedures regarding bomb disposal

Requirements of a portfolio

Valid, reliable and authentic evidence (presented as a portfolio of evidence) from past achievements and experience, which serves to supplement the assessment of, applied competence.
The portfolio may include inter alia:

Written statements from persons (e.g. current and/or previous employer, colleague, peer, manager, external customers) confirming competence of the learner

Relevant certificates or awards

Previous assessment records

Journals/logbook

Credits

Classroom: 30 Hours
Structured learning in the workplace: 25 Hours
Coaching/mentoring -
Self study 15 Hours
Other -

Total: 70 Hours
Credits: 7

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Core	49124	National Diploma: Bomb Disposal	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered"	2007-12-02	Was SAS SETA until Last Date for Achievement

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD:

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