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

Measure virgin rock temperature 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
259657  Measure virgin rock temperature 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Occupational Health and Safety 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services Preventive Health 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 2  NQF Level 02  2 
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 replaces: 
US ID Unit Standard Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Credits Replacement Status
115089  Measure virgin rock temperature  Level 2  NQF Level 02  2   

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
The person credited with this unit standard is able to apply all the processes and procedures required to carry out the measurement of virgin rock temperatures in a safe, efficient and effective manner.

The qualifying learner is capable of:
  • Demonstrating an understanding pertaining to the measuring of virgin rock temperatures.
  • Preparing to measure virgin rock temperatures.
  • Measuring virgin rock temperatures.
  • Carrying out post-measuring activities. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
  • Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 1 or equivalent.
  • Communication at NQF Level 1 or equivalent. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    N/A 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Demonstrate an understanding pertaining to the measuring of virgin rock temperatures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    An explanation is given of the reasons for and importance of carrying out virgin rock temperature measurements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The principles of operation are explained in terms of safety and operational procedures. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Principles of operation include the range and limitations of temperature measuring equipment and precautions regarding handling and storage.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    An explanation is given for the measuring technique for specific situations. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    An explanation is given for preparation of the measuring site. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Prepare to measure virgin rock temperatures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The required personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected, operational, fit for purpose and used in accordance with its design and standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The importance of examining and using the correct equipment to carry out temperature measurements is explained in terms of the consequences to health and safety. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Temperature measuring equipment is selected which meets measurement requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Arrangements to enter the workplace are made in accordance with standard operating procedures and the risks of entering the workplace without authorisation are explained in terms of their impact on health, safety and operations. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The temperature measuring site is examined and hazards and risks are identified and dealt with in terms of their effect on health and safety. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    An explanation is given of the importance of examining the workplace and dealing with hazards and risks in terms of the possible consequences to health and safety. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Measure virgin rock temperatures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Virgin rock temperature is measured according to standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The temperature data are recorded and evaluated according to standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Inconsistencies in the data are investigated and dealt with in accordance with standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Work related hazards and risks relating to virgin rock temperature are identified and dealt with in accordance with safety requirements and standard operating procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Carry out post-measuring activities. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Temperature measuring equipment is cleaned and stored in accordance with standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Defective/broken equipment is dealt with according to standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The consequences of failing to deal with defective/broken equipment are explained in terms of its impact on health, safety and operations. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Reports are completed and disseminated in accordance with standard operating procedures and statutory requirements. 


    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 ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding in place with the relevant ETQA.
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA or ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding in place 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 ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding in place 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 
  • Procedures for the preparation of the measuring site.
  • Identification requirements for a measuring site.
  • How and why temperature data inconsistencies are investigated. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems pertaining to the test equipment, worksite risks and hazards identified and defective/broken equipment. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others when entering a workplace in order to conduct a virgin rock temperature measurement. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities in terms of the worksite requirements for conducting a virgin rock temperature measurement. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information when preparing for and during the measurement of virgin rock temperatures. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively when generating and disseminating virgin rock temperature measurement reports and when dealing with possible workplace hazards and risks. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems where the failure to carry out the temperature measurement safely or the use of faulty equipment can have a negative impact on health, safety and operations. 

    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 
    This unit standard replaces unit standard 115089, "Measure virgin rock temperature", Level 2, 2 credits. 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  74269   National Certificate: Occupational Health, Safety and Environment  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-07-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Elective  90656   National Certificate: Mine Ventilation  Not Applicable  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MQA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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