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

Determine the volume of bulk milk by means of a weigh bridge 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
9123  Determine the volume of bulk milk by means of a weigh bridge 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Food 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology Manufacturing and Assembly 
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" 		 2004-10-13  2006-02-09  SAQA 0556/04 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2007-02-09   2010-02-09  

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 is replaced by: 
US ID Unit Standard Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Credits Replacement Status
120413  Receive and store raw milk or cream in a silo at a milk reception facility  Level 2  NQF Level 02  8   

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
A person credited with this unit standard is able to:
  • demonstrate knowledge of volume determination by means of a weigh bridge,
  • prepare to determine the volume of milk in a milk tanker,
  • determine the volume of milk in a milk tanker,
  • perform end of process duties.

    This unit standard is for anyone who has to operate a weigh bridge at the milk reception facility in order to determine the volume of milk in the road tanker.

    This unit will contribute to the full development of the learner within the dairy manufacturing environment by providing recognition, further mobility and transportability within the field of manufacturing and assembly. The skills, knowledge and understanding demonstrated within this unit standard are essential for social and economic transformation and upliftment within the dairy manufacturing and processing environment. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Description of required skills:
    Basic calculating skills like dividing, multiplying, addition and ratio determination.
    Understand measurements and the relationship between different units of measurement.
    Basic personal computer operating skills. 

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The scope of this unit standard is to determine the volume of milk in a road tanker by means of a weigh bridge.

    In the context of this unit standard, the mass of bulk milk in a road tanker is determined in order to establish the subsequent volume.

    The level assigned to this unit standard is appropriate because the process is moderate in range, established and familiar and offers clear choices of routine responses. The learning demand employs basic operational knowledge and readily available information. The application of this unit standard is to qualify the person for certification in sub-trades. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Demonstrate knowledge of volume determination by means of a weigh bridge. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The way in which the mass of milk is converted into volume is explained according to standard scientific principles. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. The importance of determining the volume of bulk milk is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. The layout of weighing and off-loading areas for milk is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. The operating procedure of the weigh bridge equipment is described. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Prepare to determine the volume of milk in a milk tanker. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The work area, road tanker and weigh bridge equipment are prepared according to standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. All pre-weighing checks are performed according to standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. The delivery documentation is interpreted and processed according to standard operating procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Determine the volume of milk in a milk tanker. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The weigh bridge is used according to standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. The mass and subsequent volume of the milk in the milk tanker is established without error. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Problems during weigh bridge operation and weighing of milk are identified and solved within scope of work. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Perform end of process duties. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Records are kept according to standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. The recorded volume of milk on the delivery documentation is compared with the actual delivered milk. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Differences between delivery documentation and actual delivered milk are reported. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. The road tanker with milk is dispatched to its designated area according to standard operating procedures. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Internal moderation.
  • External moderation.
  • An assessor, accredited by the relevant ETQA, will assess the learner`s competency.
  • Assessment procedures will be supplied by the ETQA in alignment with NSB requirements.
  • All assessment activities must be fair, so that all candidates have equal opportunities.
    Activities must be free of gender, ethnic or other bias.
  • Questions and answers to determine theoretical knowledge are expected.
  • Examination of an assessment portfolio.
  • Reporting skills are demonstrated by effective communication, using verbal (language) and/or writing skills.
  • Direct observation in simulated or actual work conditions.
  • Practical demonstration of weighing bulk milk in a milk tanker by means of a weigh bridge in order to determine the volume.
  • This unit standard can be assessed with first line operational maintenance and process control unit standards. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Embedded knowledge is reflected within the assessment criteria of each specific outcome. 

    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems in which response displays that responsible decisions, using critical and creative thinking, have been made by:
  • Identifying and solving problems during weighing of milk.

    Evident in the following specific outcome:
  • Determine the volume of milk in a milk tanker. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or community by:
  • Dispatching milk to the designated area for further processing.

    Evident in the following specic outcome:
  • Perform end of process duties. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information by:
  • Comparing actual, measured milk volume with the recorded milk volume on the delivery documentation and noting whether differences exist.

    Evident in the following specic outcome:
  • Perform end of process duties. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively by using mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentations by:
  • Keeping records.

    Evident in the following specic outcome:
  • Perform end of process duties. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.

    Evident in all specific outcomes. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem solving contexts do not exist in isolation.

    Evident in all specific outcomes. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    Contribute to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of the society at large.

    Evident in all specific outcomes. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 120413, which is "Receive and store raw milk or cream in a silo at a milk reception facility", Level 2, 8 credits.

    Supplementary Information:
    1. Legal requirements:

    The following acts and/or codes, current and future regulations and amendments will be applicable:
  • Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, No. 54 of 1972,
  • Health Act, No 63 of 1977,
  • Occupational Health and Safety Act, No. 85 of 1993,
  • SABS Food Hygiene Management Code 49: 1989.

    2. Definition of terms within this unit standard:

    Terminology: Clarification/ explanation/ definition.

    Standard operating procedures: Refer to company procedures, prescribed procedures from the manufacturer, personal and food safety procedures, good manufacturing practices, best practices, applicable legislation, time frames, recipes and specifications. 
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    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  20207   National Certificate: Food and Beverage Processing: Raw Milk and Cream Handling and Storing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2004-12-05  Was FOODBEV until Last Date for Achievement 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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