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

Construct and repair fishing nets for commercial fishing 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
264883  Construct and repair fishing nets for commercial fishing 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Maritime Operations 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 11 - Services Transport, Operations and Logistics 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 4  NQF Level 04  9 
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 
The person credited with this Unit Standard is able to construct seine or trawl nets for commercial fishing. They are able to cut netting to produce net panels and are able to assemble the panels to create the net. The person credited with this unit standard will also be able to repair various types of damage that affect the netting material used for fish or prawn trawl nets.

The qualifying learner is capable of:
  • Planning the construction of a net.
  • Cutting netting to produce net panels.
  • Assembling net panels, lines and wires.
  • Preparing netting material for repair.
  • Mending holes and tears using twine.
  • Mending large scale damage using netting material. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Learners accessing this qualification will have demonstrated competence in:
  • Communication at NQF Level 3 or equivalent.
  • Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 3 or equivalent. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    This unit standard is to be assessed using a plan for the construction of a seine net or a trawl net for a commercial fishing boat. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Plan the construction of a net. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The construction plan is developed according to the overall net plan requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The construction plan specifies the materials required in terms of their quantities and qualities. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The construction plan includes a cutting plan for the netting panels. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Cut netting to produce net panels. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Cuts made are consistent with the cutting plan. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Panels produced are consistent with the net plan. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The amount of wastage is within acceptable levels. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Assemble net panels, lines and wires. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The net panels, lines, and wires are assembled in accordance with the net plan. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The netting is hung on the selvage lines and wires in accordance with the net plan. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Work is conducted in accordance with safe working practices. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Prepare netting material for repair. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The efficient and safe arranging and organising of the netting material and repair tools is explained and demonstrated with fishing sector specific examples. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
  • Netting material includes but is not limited to knotted and knotless netting.
  • Tools may include but not limited to netting needles (bone, flat), knives, scissors, measuring devices (marked rod, mesh gauge, ruler), stands, tensioning devices.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Identifying the material required for the repair operation is explained and demonstrated with fishing sector specific examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Removal of damaged netting using net work tool is explained and demonstrated. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Disposing of damaged netting is dealt with in such a way as to minimise environmental impact in accordance with maritime legislation and enterprise procedures.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Preparation of retained netting to accept replacement is explained and demonstrated. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Preparation includes but is not limited to cleaning off of knots, ascertaining starting and end points.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Shaping of replacement netting with net repair tools is explained and demonstrated. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Shaping includes but not limited to all points or all bars or a combination to form tapers.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Replacement netting is strengthened in accordance with the gear plan or accepted industry practices before being added to the net. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Strengthening includes but is not limited to selvedge, bordering with stronger netting, double twine, gathering meshes, strengthening ropes.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Mend holes and tears using twine. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Starting points are identified and twine is secured to the netting according to accepted practices in the industry. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Securing may be by double sheet bend or sheet bend with overhand knot.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Twine is used to tie knots that make meshes to resemble the original netting. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Knots include but not limited to double sheet bend, sheet bend tied horizontally and vertically, side knot, net maker's knot, two half hitches, rolling hitch or hanging knots, baiting knots, joining (fisherman's) knot, sewn with meshes horizontal or meshes vertical.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Twine is secured at the end of the repair according to supervisor's instructions. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 
    Mend large scale damage using netting material. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Starting points are identified and twine is secured to the netting in accordance with accepted practices in the industry. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Existing and replacement material is joined using twine and knots to resemble the original netting. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Joining includes but not limited to mesh to mesh, point to point, taper to taper, gathering meshes together.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Existing and replacement material is joined using twine and lacing to resemble the original netting. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Lacing involves but is not limited to temporary mending, two panels together, strengthening ropes.
     


    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.
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor 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.
  • Moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA at its discretion. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Guidance in correct operation of equipment is provided in The Code of Safe Working Practices for Seamen.
  • Prevention of pollution of the marine environment is governed by regulation, (MARPOL) legislated by the International Maritime Organisation. 
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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 during the planning, cutting and assembling and repairing of a fishing net from a plan. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others during the repair and construction of a fishing net from a plan and to ensure that safety practices are followed at all times. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities so that all equipment and material are at hand to make and repair fishing nets as and when required. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information pertaining to the fishing net plan and the requirements for mending. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate with the required personnel aboard a vessel regarding the repair of the fishing net. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology to produce the fishing net plan. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems where the proper construction of a fishing net is paramount to good fishing and where the poor repairing of the trawl nets may lead to loss of catch. 

    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  67329   National Certificate: Inshore Maritime Operations  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2015-06-30  TETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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