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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
Demonstrate an understanding of natural (Macro) environmental principles |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
243764 | Demonstrate an understanding of natural (Macro) environmental principles | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Mining and Minerals | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | ||||
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FIELD | SUBFIELD | |||
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology | Fabrication and Extraction | |||
ABET BAND | UNIT STANDARD TYPE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS |
Undefined | Regular | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 6 |
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 is replaced by: |
US ID | Unit Standard Title | Pre-2009 NQF Level | NQF Level | Credits | Replacement Status |
421884 | Demonstrate an understanding of natural (Macro) environmental principles | Not Applicable | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD |
This unit standard is for persons who are entering employment and need to have an awareness of the environment.
People credited with this unit standard are able to: The skills, knowledge and understanding demonstrated within this unit standard would contribute to the social and economic transformation and contribute to the upliftment and economic growth of the Mining and Minerals Sector. This unit standard is intended to promote general skills, knowledge and understanding of macro (natural) Environmental Awareness in order to ensure knowledgeable and informed workers. |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
It is assumed that learners are already competent in:
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UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
N/A |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the atmosphere. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The explanation of the names of the five main layers of Earth's atmosphere is consistent with specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The explanation of the two most important factors scientists can measure to distinguish the layers is consistent with specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The explanation of the difference of air pressures at different altitudes above sea level is consistent with specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The explanation of the role of ozone in the atmosphere and the effect of certain manmade chemicals (CFCs) on the ozone layer are according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
The gases in Earth's atmosphere that can have an influence on weather are identified and are in accordance with specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
Greenhouse gases are named and the manner in which they cause global warming is explained in accordance with specified requirements. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Explain and discuss environmental factors. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The identification of the principal macro (natural) environmental factors that can affect well-being in the working place confirms understanding and is in accordance with specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The explanation of the sources of workplace contaminants is according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The effects that hazardous macro (natural) environmental conditions have on the safety and health of workers are explained in terms of specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The role of trees and plants in providing oxygen to maintain life on Earth is explained in terms of specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
The concept of macro (natural) environment planning is explained according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
The role of coal fires in reducing natural resources and increasing pollutants, especially greenhouse gas levels, is explained in terms of specified requirements. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Explain and discuss the water cycle and the need for water conservation. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The importance of rain forests for providing both a source of oxygen and of water is explained in accordance with specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The impact of inadequate good quality water on vulnerable people is explained in terms of specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The necessity to explain and promote an awareness of water, health and sanitation issues to community members is as per specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The explanation of the link between polluted water and water shortages is given. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
The need to conserve water to ensure food security is as per specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
Earth's water cycle is described in terms of evaporation and rain, runoff and seepage and potential water losses are identified. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
Explain and discuss water pollution. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Water pollution - causes, sources and prevention is discussed in terms of specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The necessity to monitor the effectiveness of community water, health and sanitation interventions is explained in terms of specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The need to monitor water quality and water quantity is explained. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The different water and sanitation related disease transmission routes are explained. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
The explanation of how water used within an industrial plant can become polluted with waste products is consistent with specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
A typical water cycle in an industrial process is explained. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Use - treatment - source - treatment - use. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 |
Explain and discuss air pollution. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Air pollution is defined in terms of specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The explanation of how the degree of air pollution varies is according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Contaminants arising from human activities, which all have clearly defined effects on vegetation, property and local climate and on human health, are explained and are according to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The effect of traffic congestion on pollution levels is explained. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
The necessity to monitor air quality is explained and conforms to specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
The primary symptoms of the effects of air pollution on humans are given in terms of specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE |
The following items reflect the type of knowledge that the assessor will evaluate:
Knowledge and understanding of: Purpose of: Causes and effects (Safety and Health): |
UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES |
N/A |
Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING |
Identify and solve problems and make decisions using critical and creative thinking.
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING |
Work effectively with others as members of a team, group, organisation or community.
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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, using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentations.
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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 |
Terminology:
Specified Requirements: Specified requirements include legal and site-specific requirements and are contained in one or more of the following documents: Legal: Site-specific: |
QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | STATUS | END DATE | PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY | |
Core | 58267 | General Education and Training Certificate: Mining and Minerals Processes | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MQA |
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. | ADCORP TECHNICAL TRAINING (PTY) LTD |
2. | ALLOYS HEAD OFFICE |
3. | ASSMANG (PTY) LTD |
4. | BAFOKENG RASIMONE MANAGEMENT SERVICES PTY LTD |
5. | BANA BA THARI MINING TRANING AND DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY |
6. | BARBERTON MINES (PTY) LTD |
7. | ERGO BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY NPC |
8. | FINSCH DIAMOND MINE(PTY) LTD |
9. | FOSKOR (PTY) LTD |
10. | GLENCORE OPERATIONS SOUTH AFRICA PTY LTD |
11. | HARMONY GOLD MINING CO LTD |
12. | IMPALA PLATINUM SERVICES LTD |
13. | KUMBA IRON ORE (SISHEN) |
14. | Kumba Sishen HRD Centre |
15. | LYNAZY RESOURCES |
16. | MATHOME TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT (PTY) LTD |
17. | MODIKWA MINING PERSONNEL SERVICES PTY L TD |
18. | MURRAY & ROBERTS CEMENTATION (PTY)LTD |
19. | NORTHAM PLATINUM LTD |
20. | PALABORA COPPER (PTY) LTD |
21. | PPC Ltd |
22. | PROGRESSIVE TRAINING DEVELOPMENT AND PROJECTS (PTY) LTD |
23. | RICHARDS BAY MINING PTY LTD |
24. | SIBANYE GOLD ACADEMY PROPRIETARY LIMITED |
25. | SIBANYE RUSTENBURG PLATINUM MINES PTY LTD |
26. | THUNGELA OPERATIONS (PTY) LTD |
27. | TWO RIVERS PLATINUM (PTY) LTD |
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. |