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

Demonstrate the use of demolition techniques 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
257735  Demonstrate the use of demolition techniques 
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  8 
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 learners within the Safety in Society and Sovereignty of the State sub-fields who work in the bomb disposal environment and who are required to demolish structures, packages, suitcases, vehicles and aircraft. The learner will be able to apply conduct an assessment on the target and apply the appreciated demolition technique.

A learner credited with this unit standard will be able to:
  • Describe demolition techniques.
  • Assessment of the target.
  • Prepare the charges.
  • Apply demolition techniques. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    It is assumed that the learner has the following knowledge and skills:
  • Communication at NQF Level 4.
  • Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 4. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    N/A 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Describe demolition techniques. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    A description is given of the types of demolition techniques according to their properties as specified by the manufacturer's specifications. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
  • Types may refer but is not limited to mechanical initiating systems, electrical initiating systems and non-electrical systems.
  • Properties refers but is not limited to resistance, voltage output, velocity of detonation and burning speed.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    A description is given of equipment used in demolition techniques according to their purposes. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Equipment refers but is not limited to shot exploders and blasting cables.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    A description is given of demolition techniques according to their uses and applications. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Uses refers but is not limited to the various uses in a bomb disposal context.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    A description is given of demolition techniques in terms of their limitations and advantages. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    A description is given of the types of effects in terms of the charge used. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Effects refers but is not limited to cutting, penetrating and pushing.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Assess the target. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The type of targets is analysed in order to inform the actions to be taken. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Type of targets refers but is not limited to structures, packages, suitcases, vehicles and aircraft.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The type of charge to be used is determined according to the analysis of the target. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Type of charge may refer but is not limited to penetrating, linear cutting and platter.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The type of explosive for utilisation in the charge is determined according to the analysis of the target. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The initiation system is determined according to the analysis of the target. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Safety aspects are determined in line standard operating procedures. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Safety aspects refer but are not limited to distance, safety equipment placement and personal protection equipment.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Prepare the charges. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    A description is given of formulas applicable to the design of the charge. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Formulas refer but are not limited to the calculations to determine Misnay, Shardon and Munro effect.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The charge is designed and assembled according to the type of charge to be used determined while assessing the target. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Apply demolition techniques. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The environment is secured so as to ensure safety. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Secure includes but is not limited to evacuations and cordoning off of areas.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Approach is planned taking into account threats and risks. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    A demolition technique is applied so as to demolish the target. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Post demolition functions are performed in line with operating procedures. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An individual wishing to be assessed (including through RPL) against this Unit Standard may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution accredited by the relevant ETQA, or an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this Unit Standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this Unit Standard or assessing this Unit Standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA at its discretion. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Explosives Act 15 of 2003. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identifying and solving problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made when:
  • Describing demolition techniques. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Working effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation, and community during:
  • The preparation of charges.
  • Demolitions. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organising and managing oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively when:
  • Assessing the target.
  • Preparing the charges.
  • Applying demolition techniques. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collecting, analysing, organising and critically evaluating information to better understand and explain:
  • Demolition techniques. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicating effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion when:
  • Applying demolition techniques. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Using science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others when:
  • Describing demolition techniques.
  • Preparing charges. 
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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  63229   National Diploma: Bomb Disposal  Level 5  NQF Level 05  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  SAS SETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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