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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD: 

Operating cranes 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
8039  Operating cranes 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Transport and Logistics 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 3  NQF Level 03  10 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
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 learner accredited with this standard will be able to demonstrate an integrated practical and theoretical grounding in Crane Operations according to safe handling and maintenance practices in compliance with crane manufacturer`s and legislated standards. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
  • NQF 1 or General Education and Training Certificate;
  • Occupational Health, Safety and General Housekeeping;
  • Taking Basic Care of Freight Handling Machinery.

    It is preferable that the driver be declared physically fit and have completed an eyesight test from an accredited practitioner and an industry recognised depth perception and hand-eye co-ordination test. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The applied competence expressed in this standard cover a range of crane types (capacity and functionality) used in familiar operational functions in any industry context, and in a range of environmental conditions (e.g. poor weather). The learner has significant responsibility for efficiency (safety and capacity of output - volume and speed) of practice. Limited discretion and judgement are required for solving largely familiar problems. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Identify the safety and suitability of a crane prior to utilisation thereof. 
    OUTCOME NOTES 
    Identify the safety and suitability of crane prior to utilisation thereof, giving cognisance to freight characteristics, equipment manufacturers' requirements and environmental conditions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The different types of cranes are identified and their main components, specific purpose or usage and their safety aspects, described. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The concepts of slings, centre of gravity and eccentric loading are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The safe use of wire rope, strapping, nylon rope, chain slings, eyebolt installation and shackles is explained and demonstrated. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The load to be lifted is assessed in terms of type and proposed weight distribution. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The crane required for the job is selected according to the environmental conditions, freight type and safe working load. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Apply recognised methods for inspecting and recording the operational fitness of all components. 
    OUTCOME NOTES 
    Apply the recognised methods for inspecting and recording the operational fitness of all components of the crane (e.g. structural components, hydraulic systems, cab, fastenings, outriggers, ropes/chains etc) with reference to safety procedures in the workplace. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The purpose, function and safety aspects of the gantry, crane-bridge and grab are explained and the relevant operating controls are demonstrated. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The procedure for checking the operational integrity of the overhead crane is explained and demonstrated. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The result of the safety check of components is recorded according to standard operating procedure. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Range of components includes, but is not limited to: Gantry, crane-bridge, grab, hydraulic systems, cab, fastenings, out-riggings, chains, ropes, slings, safe working loads.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The required documentation is completed and submitted prior to mounting the crane. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    React to recognised hand signals. 
    OUTCOME NOTES 
    React to recognised hand signals (and other methods of communication) and to direct the crane movements accordingly, whilst considering and/or adjusting to circumstances in the interests of safety. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The importance of accurate communication during lifting operation and moving operations is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Hand communication signals are demonstrated and defined. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Crane operation according to recognised hand signals is demonstrated. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The need for alternative methods of communication is explained and examples of such methods are given and demonstrated. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Operate the crane in a safe and competent manner. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Safety checks are meticulously carried out and any abnormality is immediately reported. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    All specifications are adhered to at all times. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Constant vigilance is maintained in terms of signals and no unconfirmed actions are carried out. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The shut-down and anchoring procedures are meticulously followed prior to exiting the crane and confirmation thereof recorded. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    All maintenance checks are carried out according to manufacturers' specifications and any faults or malfunctions are recorded and reported for immediate relevant attention. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The driven machinery Regulations pertaining to occupational health and safety are explained. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    1. Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.

    2. Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard must be accredited by the Freight Handling Chamber of the Transport SETA and/or relevant ETQA.

    3. Moderation of assessment will be done by the relevant ETQA at its discretion. 

    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    The learner can understand, explain and apply:

    1. The relevant certification from a legislated "competent authority" verifying the safety of the crane.

    2. The pre-operational and operational and `close down` checks for the components of a crane.

    3. Different lifting equipment (e.g. cranston hooks, spreader bars, chain/wire slings, cargo trays etc) that can be used for the lifting of different freight in various conditions and applications (e.g. abnormal loads).

    4. Various crane types, with variances in application.

    5. Safe slinging methods that can be used depending on package type.

    6. The relevant legislation (e.g. ILO requirements, Occupational Health and Safety Act etc) and international standards pertaining to lifting equipment and safety.

    7. The principles of lifting weights and the variances of safe capacities according to load distance tables (e.g. Manufacturer`s specifications).

    8. Nationally and internationally recognised hand signals used for Cranes. 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and react in a safe and competent manner in an emergency situation.

    Identify and solve potential mechanical faults before and during operation and decide on corrective measures that may be required.

    Identify and implement corrective actions required to prevent hazardous/dangerous/dangerous situations arising (e.g. weather, light conditions, noise etc). 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work efficiently with others and in teams by demonstrating initiative in selecting the most appropriate means of communication with work colleagues to facilitate efficient and safe freight handling. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate knowledge of various load weight, size and type for the purpose of selecting and utilising the most appropriate (safe and efficient) method of operating. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate initiative in selecting the most appropriate crane types, gear and equipment dependent on freight type and environmental conditions.

    Demonstrate and understand the internal and external interdependencies in adaptation of operational procedures pertaining to efficiency and safe working practices to suit environmental and equipment constraints. 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  24198   National Certificate: Construction Material Manufacturing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Reregistered  2023-06-30  CETA 
    Elective  35941   National Certificate: Pulp and paper Manufacturing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2007-02-11  Was FPMSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  22991   National Certificate: Refractories Installation  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Reregistered  2023-06-30  CETA 
    Elective  48794   National Certificate in Quality Checking of Tyres and Tyre Components  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  21005   National Certificate: Automotive Component Manufacturing and Assembly  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-11-01  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  71989   National Certificate: Automotive Components: Manufacturing and Assembly  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  24196   National Certificate: Construction Material Manufacturing  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  CETA 
    Elective  58862   National Certificate: Electro-Mechanical Winding  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  58720   National Certificate: Engineering Fabrication  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Elective  22870   National Certificate: Engineering Fabrication (light or heavy)  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2007-08-16  MERSETA 
    Elective  14574   National Certificate: Freight Handling  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2006-12-03  TETA 
    Elective  23258   National Certificate: Industrial Rubber Manufacturing: Mixing OR Extruding OR Moulding OR Calendaring  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2011-02-16  MERSETA 
    Elective  64829   National Certificate: Lifting Machine Operations  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  TETA 
    Elective  23274   National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Fitting  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-06-25  MERSETA 
    Elective  23255   National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Fitting and Machining  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  23278   National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Machining  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-10-22  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  91926   National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Machining and Tooling  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Elective  23280   National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Tooling Manufacture  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-10-22  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  22771   National Certificate: Mechatronics  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2009-07-29  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  67609   National Certificate: Mechatronics  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  79666   National Certificate: Metal and Engineering Manufacturing Processes  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  21015   National Certificate: Metal and Engineering Manufacturing Processes  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2011-02-16  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  64190   National Certificate: Metals Production  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Elective  49019   National Certificate: Metals Production  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2007-04-07   
    Elective  49449   National Certificate: Plastics Manufacturing  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  20889   National Certificate: Plastics Manufacturing  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2005-04-13  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  36155   National Certificate: Polymer Composite Fabrication  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  79407   National Certificate: Polymer Compound Manufacturing  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  21012   National Certificate: Power and Telecommunication Cable Manufacturing  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  57899   National Certificate: Printing and Manufacture of Packaging  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2015-06-30  FPMSETA 
    Elective  50285   National Certificate: Professional Driving  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  TETA 
    Elective  13716   National Certificate: Professional Driving  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2006-06-29  TETA 
    Elective  35939   National Certificate: Pulp and Paper Woodyard Operations  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2007-02-01  Was FPMSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  49400   National Certificate: Steel Tube and Pipe Manufacturing (Seamless Hot-Finished OR Welded OR Cold-Formed)  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2012-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  24217   National Certificate: Thermoplastic Fabrication  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  48798   National Certificate: Tyre and Tyre Component Manufacturing  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  48795   National Certificate: Tyre Assembly  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  57886   National Certificate: Welding Application and Practice  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Elective  24213   National Certificate: Welding Application and Practice  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2006-12-03  MERSETA 
    Elective  48644   Further Education and Training Certificate: Paper, Board or Tissue Manufacturing  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2007-02-11  Was FPMSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  48645   Further Education and Training Certificate: Pulp and Paper Chemical Recovery  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2007-02-11  Was FPMSETA until Last Date for Achievement 


    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. AA Technical Services (PTY) LTD 
    2. Africa Training Centre 
    3. Agisanang SA Training 
    4. Algoa Bus Company 
    5. ALLOYS HEAD OFFICE 
    6. Alvern Cables (Pty) Ltd (GERMISTON) (TP) 
    7. Andebe Training and Skills Development 
    8. ANGLO PLATINUM - ENGINEERING SKILLS TRAINING CENTRE 
    9. ANGLOGOLD ASHANTI LTD (V/R) 
    10. Arcelor Mittal Steel Vanderbijlpark 
    11. ArcelorMittal South Africa Ltd (VANDERBIJLPARK) (TP) 
    12. Big Tree Group 
    13. BJS FORKLIFTS TRAINING 
    14. Blue Horison Properties 53 (Pty) Ltd T/A Durnacol Skills Innovation Hu 
    15. Bravospace 139 cc T/A Metro Skills Academy (PORT ELIZABETH) (TP) 
    16. Breerivier Training Development CC Mossel Bay 
    17. Breerivier Training Development CC Worcester 
    18. Bridgestone South Africa (Pty) Ltd - Brits Plant (BRITS) (TP) 
    19. Bridgestone South Africa (Pty) Ltd - Isando Branch (ISANDO) (TP) 
    20. Bridgestone South Africa (Pty) Ltd - PE Plant (PORT ELIZABETH) (TP) 
    21. Buscor 
    22. Coastal Kzn F.E.T. College - Swinton Road Campus 
    23. College of Production Technology 
    24. Continental Tyres SA (Pty) Ltd (NEW BRIGHTON) (TP) 
    25. Culmen Consultants cc 
    26. Culmen Wes-Kaap CC 
    27. DIONYSUS SKILLS DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE PTY LTD 
    28. Diversity technology Training Institute 
    29. DMP Training (PINETOWN) (TP) 
    30. Driving Sense 
    31. Durban Driver Training Centre Pty Ltd 
    32. Eastcape Midlands Public FET College - Uitenhage (High Street)Campus 
    33. Eastcape Training Centre 
    34. Econo Driver Training 
    35. ERGO BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY NPC 
    36. Exclusive Training Services 
    37. False Bay Public FET College - Westlake Campus 
    38. FINSCH DIAMOND MINE(PTY) LTD 
    39. Further Education Trade Training 
    40. FVW Welding Academy(Johannesburg) (TP) 
    41. G T Training Service Provider 
    42. Gerotek Test Facilities 
    43. Gijima AST Holdings (Pty) Ltd T/A Fundi Training Centre (BENONI) (TP) 
    44. GijimaAst Holdings (Pty) Ltd 
    45. GijimaAst Holdings Pty Ltd 
    46. Goldee Trading Academy 176 
    47. Golden Arrow Bus Services_pty Ltd 
    48. HARMONY GOLD MINING CO LTD 
    49. He and She Driver Training Centre 
    50. Humrec Human Resource Training 
    51. Ikaheng HR Services Pty Ltd 
    52. IMPALA PLATINUM SERVICES LTD 
    53. Industries Education & Training Institute (MAITLAND) (TP) 
    54. INDUSTRIES EDUCATION & TRAINING INSTITUTE - PE TTC 
    55. Inkqubela Consultants 
    56. Jericho Safety Consultants (Pty) Ltd (TP) 
    57. Juan-Tech Training Centre 
    58. Learncorp 
    59. Licence Wise 
    60. Lifting Machinery Training 
    61. Lifting Operator Training Centre cc 
    62. Majuba TVET College 
    63. Majuba FET College - Newcastle Technology Centre 
    64. Makwedeng Training 
    65. Maliwa Investment (Pty)Ltd 
    66. MCD TECHNICAL TRAINING CENTRE (Legacy) Mers-3726 
    67. Mediro Training Academy 
    68. METSKILL PTY LTD 
    69. MINERAL MINING TRAINING INSTITUTE(PTY) LTD 
    70. Mobile Training cc 
    71. MONDI GTU 
    72. Mopani South East FET College - Phalaborwa Campus 
    73. Mothusi Management Consultants 
    74. Mphatlalatsane Learning Resources 
    75. NOSA LOGISTICS PTY LTD 
    76. Nowethu Learning Institute cc 
    77. Nteko Investments 
    78. Orbit FET College - Rustenburg Campus 
    79. Pal Passenger Bus Services 
    80. PALABORA COPPER (PTY) LTD 
    81. Phephani Learnerships cc 
    82. Plastics Federation of South Africa (MAITLAND) (TP) 
    83. Plastics Federation of South Africa (MIDRAND) (TP) 
    84. Plastics Federation of South Africa (WESTMEAD) (TP) 
    85. Primeserv Corporate Solutions (Pty) Ltd 
    86. PS Productive Services (WESTVILLE) (TP) 
    87. PUTCO Limited 
    88. PUTCO Pty Ltd 
    89. R & V Training 
    90. SA Maritime School and Transport College 
    91. Safe and Eco Driving Pty Ltd 
    92. Samancor Chrome Ltd T/A Khuphuka Training & Development (MIDDELBURG) ( 
    93. SAMSONS SCHOOL OF WELDING 
    94. Samsons School of Welding T/A Samsons Skills Development Institute (DU 
    95. SEDIBENG TRAINING CENTRE 
    96. Siyashayela Training and Development 
    97. SPINA Consultancy cc Cape Town 
    98. SSS Sheet Metal Work cc T/A Sheetech SA (DURBAN) (TP) 
    99. Starcrow 36 Bk 
    100. Steinmuller Africa (Pty) Ltd T/A Steinmuller Technical Training Academ 
    101. Swift Skills Academy (SASOLBURG) (TP) 
    102. Tekmation (Pty) Ltd T/A Tekmation Training Institute (DURBAN) (TP) 
    103. THABO Training and Services 
    104. THE NEW RECLAMATION GROUP (PTY) LTD (Prospecton) (TP) 
    105. THE SAJ COMPETENCY TRAINING INSTITUTE CC 
    106. The Skills Matrix 
    107. TIESPRO (Pty) Ltd 
    108. Training Force 
    109. Trainsure -Tsebo Traiding cc 
    110. Transvaal Legislative Training 
    111. Truck Crane Training Specialists 
    112. UKHONKOLO CONCRETE PRODUCTS 
    113. Volkswagen of South Africa (Pty) Ltd - Technical Learning Academy (UIT 
    114. West Coast Public FET College - Vredenburg Campus 
    115. Wheelman S A 
    116. WISPECO ALUMINIUM (Alrode)(Project Site NVC)(TP) 
    117. York Timbers 


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