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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
Sling loads |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
12481 | Sling loads | |||
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 | 4 |
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 |
Learners in the field of engineering require the skills, values and knowledge reflected in this unit standard.
The learning outcomes in this unit standard also contribute to the exit level outcomes required for the National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering Fitting (NQF level 2) and related qualifications. Qualifying learners can sling loads safely before allowing load-moving equipment to remove / move the load. They will understand the importance of applying safe slinging techniques and how it is achieved. This will include a basic knowledge of weight determining, determining what load slinging equipment is required, lashing the load, attaching the load to the selected lifting equipment and signalling the lifting equipment operator. |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
This unit standard has been designed as the start of a progression. It is one of a series of unit standards for maintaining and caring for equipment in the engineering skills area. |
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 supervision and according to worksite and manufacturer specifications and occupational safety, health and environmental legislation. |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Plan and prepare for load slinging activity. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Load weight and slinging methodology is determined. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Loads are safely slung. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Documents and reports are completed. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
1. Read and interpret task instruction and worksite procedure. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
2. Determine the weight of the load and the appropriate slinging methodology accurately. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Prepare site and equipment for load slinging. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Load weight and slinging methodology is determined. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
1. Clear site of personnel. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Documents and reports are completed. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
2. Identify and select equipment against the load to be moved. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
3. Conduct pre-use checks on all equipment to be used. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Equipment includes wire rope, chain and nylon slings, web belts, turn buckles, shackles and eyebolts. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Sling load. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Attach slinging equipment to loads with or without lifting lugs. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Loads are safely slung. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Documents and reports are completed. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
2. Balance the load and check working clearances timeously and safely. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
3. Signal the lifting equipment operator. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Signals include hand, whistle, flags and electronic types. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
4. Conduct post-slinging activities. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
Signal the lifting equipment operator. |
OUTCOME RANGE |
Signals include hand, whistle, flags and electronic types. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Load weight and slinging methodology is determined. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Loads are safely slung. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Documents and reports are completed. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 |
Conduct post-slinging activities. |
OUTCOME RANGE |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Load weight and slinging methodology is determined. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Loads are safely slung. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Documents and reports are completed. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 |
Care for and store load slinging equipment. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Ensure equipment is not damaged. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Loads are safely slung. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Documents and reports are completed. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
2. Problems are timeously communicated to the appropriate role players. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
3. Correct storage techniques are adhered to. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 7 |
Report on slinging equipment condition. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Equipment operational inspections conform to manufacturer specifications. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Loads are safely slung. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Documents and reports are completed.
Indicators: Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
2. Documents and reports regarding operations and inspections are clear, accurate and complete. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
3. Completion of load moving is reported to appropriate personnel. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
4. Work safely with due care for self, fellow workers, equipment, materials and the environment. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 |
5. Incidents and problems related to load slinging. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Safety includes adhering to safe working loads. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 8 |
Discuss and explain incidents and problems related to load slinging. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Load weight and slinging methodology is determined. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Loads are safely slung. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Documents and reports are completed. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 9 |
Work safely with due care for self, fellow workers, equipment, materials and the environment. |
OUTCOME RANGE |
Safety includes adhering to safe working loads. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Load weight and slinging methodology is determined. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Loads are safely slung. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Documents and reports are completed. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES |
Indicators:
Understanding confirmed: Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions related to Explain the implications of not adhering to the sequence of activities and operations as described in the specific outcomes and making decisions inappropriate to the task. |
UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
The assessment will be governed by the policies and guidelines of the relevant Education and Training Quality Assurance Body who has jurisdiction over this field of learning. The assessor will be accredited and have a technical qualification in this learning area.
The learner can be assessed in the language of his/her choice although s/he has to report incidents or conditions to someone else. The learner will be assessed on his/her ability to report in the language commonly used in his/her working environment. The learner will be assessed in the workplace but s/he can submit documents, projects, test results and assignments that were not produced in the workplace. The learner 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 & functions of:
2. Attributes, descriptions, characteristics & properties: 3. Sensory cues: 4. Purpose of: 5. Processes, events, causes and effects, implications: 6. Procedures and techniques: 7. Regulations, legislation, agreements, policies, standards: 8. Theory: rules, principles, laws: 9. Relationships, 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.
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING |
Work effectively with others as a member of a team.
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING |
Organise and manage my activities and myself.
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING |
Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING |
Communicate effectively.
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING |
Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems.
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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 | |
Core | 49402 | National Certificate in Steel Tube and Pipe Manufacturing (Seamless Hot-Finished OR Welded OR Cold-Formed) | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2012-06-30 | MERSETA |
Core | 58269 | National Certificate: Electro-Mechanics | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
Core | 22869 | National Certificate: Engineering Fabrication | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2007-08-16 | MERSETA |
Core | 58722 | National Certificate: Engineering Fabrication | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
Core | 66512 | National Certificate: Foundry Operations | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2013-11-07 | MERSETA |
Core | 23273 | National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Fitting | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2008-06-25 | MERSETA |
Core | 23254 | National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Fitting and Machining | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2008-06-25 | MERSETA |
Core | 60169 | National Certificate: Water and Wastewater Reticulation Services | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | EWSETA |
Elective | 65809 | National Certificate: Automotive Manufacturing and Assembly | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 74530 | National Certificate: Measurement, Control and Instrumentation | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
Elective | 48695 | National Certificate: Measurement, Control and Instrumentation | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2009-04-08 | Was EWSETA until Last Date for Achievement |
Elective | 59689 | National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
Elective | 58718 | National Certificate: Metals Processing | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 36154 | National Certificate: Polymer Composite Fabrication | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 58781 | National Certificate: Production Technology | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 50542 | National Certificate: Small Craft Construction | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered" |
2009-08-31 | Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement |
Elective | 24215 | National Certificate: Thermoplastic Fabrication | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 59017 | National Certificate: Tissue Conversion | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2015-06-30 | FPMSETA |
Elective | 61809 | National Certificate: Tyre Repair and Maintenance | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 77003 | National Certificate: Yacht and Boat Building | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 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 |
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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2. | AAH Skills and Development |
3. | Certified Training Solutions (PTY) Ltd |
4. | Certified Training Solutions PTY Ltd |
5. | CHILUTSI TRADING ENTERPRISE |
6. | CITIVIEW TRADING AND PROJECTS |
7. | Dee-Bravo Training Centre |
8. | Diversity technology Training Institute |
9. | Dynalift cc |
10. | ERGO MAPHELONG INSTITUTE (PTY) LTD |
11. | ERWAT |
12. | Excellect 209 (PTY) LTD |
13. | Excellect 209 PTY LTD |
14. | GG SQUARED PROJECTS |
15. | GNS ENTERPRISE (PTY) LTD |
16. | HAZYVIEW WATER SKILLS ACADEMY |
17. | He and She Driver Training Centre |
18. | Learning Exchange Pty (Ltd) |
19. | Licence Wise |
20. | MMAKAU TRAINING INSTITUTE (PTY) LTD |
21. | Mpofu Engineering Projects |
22. | O & K PROJECT (PTY) LTD |
23. | PIONEER BUSINESS CONSULTING (PTY) LTD |
24. | Precision skills development and training |
25. | PRO Skills Development (Pty) Ltd |
26. | PRO Skills Development Pty Ltd |
27. | SEANEGO INTERGRATED NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT |
28. | Staffing Logistics |
29. | Striving Mind Academy and Consultancy Pty Ltd |
30. | The Skills Matrix |
31. | THOBOLOGO TRAINING & EDUCATION GROUP |
32. | Transvaal Training |
33. | TWINMARK STRATEGY AND MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS |
34. | URSIVOX (PTY) LTD |
35. | Wheelman S A |
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