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

Develop the cut rose frame 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
264189  Develop the cut rose frame 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Ornamental Horticulture and Landscape 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 01 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation Horticulture 
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
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 
A person credited with this unit standard will be able to:
  • Utilise safety practices when developing the cut rose frame.
  • Select, use and maintain the tools and equipment to develop the cut rose frame.
  • Recognise the water shoots and their importance to the cut rose frame.
  • Identify the lateral shoots and their function in the cut rose frame.
  • Develop the cut rose frame to maximize the production of cut flowers from a plant. 
    		•

    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Learners accessing this qualification will have demonstrated competence in:
  • Communication at NQF Level 1 or equivalent.
  • Mathematical Literacy NQF Level 1 or equivalent. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    N/A 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Apply health and safety practices while developing cut rose frames. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The personal protective clothing and equipment that should be used while developing a cut rose frame is identified and described in terms of the protection that the items provide. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The potential hazards of using secateurs are described in terms of the injuries that may occur while developing the cut rose frames. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The safe use of secateurs to develop cut rose frames is demonstrated in accordance with the company's procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The possible consequences of ignoring safety precautions are described in terms of the injuries that can result when working with roses. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The benefits of utilising good housekeeping practices are explained in terms of the role that these procedures play in minimizing the occurrence of safety incidents. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Utilise the necessary tools and equipment for cut rose frame development. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The role that good plant hygiene plays in minimising the transfer of diseases is explained and the practices demonstrated to disinfect the rose maintenance equipment, as per company's procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The necessity of maintaining sharp secateurs for the cut rose frame development is explained in terms of the quality of cut that is effected. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The consequences of using blunt secateurs during the development of cut rose frames are described in relation to the injuries that may be effected to the stems. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The correct method of sharpening secateurs with a honing tool is demonstrated in accordance with the company's procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The reasons for the regular cleaning and lubrication of secateurs are explained in terms of the effect that dirt and rust may have on their efficient operation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The correct practices for the cleaning and lubrication of secateurs are demonstrated in accordance with the company's procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    The correct storage of secateurs and other equipment that is used in the development of the cut rose frame is demonstrated in accordance with the company's procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Indicate the various parts of the cut rose framework and explain the functions that they perform. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The prime objectives of developing a cut rose frame are explained in terms of the objectives to ensure that the maximum production of cut roses is maintained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The determining factors that effect the yield of quality cut roses are explained in terms of the influences that these aspects of the frame have on production. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The identification of water shoots is demonstrated and the distinctive characteristics that they display are pointed out. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The role of water shoots is explained in terms of their contribution to the development of the cut rose frame. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Under developed shoots are identified and the reasons why these must be removed are explained in terms of their inability to produce good yields of cut roses. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Cross over shoots are identified and the reasons why these must be removed are explained in respect of the affect that they have on the frame's structure. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    The identification of the first, second, third and fourth laterals is demonstrated and the process is explained in terms of the particular signs that indicate these laterals. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    The identification of the different types of leaves that occur on rose bushes is demonstrated and the need to recognise these is explained in terms of the particular functions they perform. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
    The function of the canopy is described in terms of the development of the cut rose frame. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Apply the principles and practices for developing water shoots on a cut rose frame. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The necessity of developing water shoots is explained in terms of the role that water shoots play in ensuring the optimum production of cut roses. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The methods of developing water shoots are described in accordance with the company's procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The possible consequences of neglecting to develop water shoots are explained in relation to the lower growth and yield potential of the old wood. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The reasons for conducting selective cutting are explained in terms of the objectives of promoting healthy and virile rose bushes. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The practices for selective cutting and thinning of unwanted stems and twigs are demonstrated in accordance with the company's procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The function of sap flow in a rose bush is explained in terms on the effect that it has on shoot formation. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Apply the principles and practices of developing laterals on cut rose plants. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The various methods of developing the first, second, third and fourth laterals are demonstrated in accordance with the company's procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The influence of lateral development is explained in terms of the effect that it has on the production and quality of roses. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The importance of correctly identifying the laterals is explained in respect of the positive role that they play in the development of the cut rose frame. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The correct positioning of a cutting point is identified and the procedures for cutting the stem are demonstrated in accordance with the company's procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The influence that eyes have on the positioning of cutting points is explained in terms of the direction of growth and the development of the frame. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The importance of developing the overall framework is described in terms of the benefits that this has on the production of laterals. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    The under cutting of laterals are demonstrated in accordance with the company's procedures. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against the qualification must be registered as an assessor with the relevant Education, Training, Quality, Assurance (ETQA) Body, or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement of this qualification must be accredited as a provider with the relevant Education, Training, Quality, Assurance (ETQA) Body, or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Assessment and moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant Education, Training, Quality, Assurance (ETQA) Body, or by an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA, according to the ETQA's policies and guidelines for assessment and moderation.
  • Moderation must include both internal and external moderation of assessments, unless ETQA policies specify otherwise. Moderation should also encompass achievement of the competence described in the associated unit standards.
  • Anyone wishing to be assessed against this qualification may apply to be assessed by any assessment agency, assessor or provider institution that is accredited by the relevant ETQA. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Embedded knowledge is reflected in the Assessment Criteria for each specific outcome and must be assed in its own right, through oral and written evidence. Observation cannot be the only assessment. 

    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    The learner is able to identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made by:
  • Ensuring that the correct positioning of a cutting point is made. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    The learner is able to work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or communities by:
  • Participating with others in cutting and thinning of unwanted stems and twigs. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    The learner is able to organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively by:
  • Determining the different types of leaves on rose bushes and their particular functions, prior to trimming. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    The learner is able to collect, organise and critically evaluate information by:
  • Selecting the appropriate methods of developing the first, second, third and fourth laterals. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    The learner is able to communicate effectively using Visual, Mathematical and/or Language Skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentation by:
  • Confirming the importance that the development of the overall framework has on the production of laterals. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    The learner is able to use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others by:
  • Understanding the function of sap flow in a rose bush and its effect on shoot formation Rec. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    The learner is able to demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognizing that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation:
  • Evident in all Specific Outcomes. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    The learner is able to contribute to the full personal development of themselves and the social and economic development of the society at large:
  • Evident in all Specific Outcomes. 
    		•

    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
    Elective  66589   National Certificate: Horticulture  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  AgriSETA 


    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.
     
    NONE 


    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.