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Pretoria, 3 Februarie 2006 No. 28444

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GOVERNMENT NoncES

South African Qualifications Authority

Government Notices

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GOVERNMENT NOTICES

SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY No. 90 3 February 2006

SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY (SAQA)

In accordance with regulation 24(c) of the National Standards Bodies Regulations of 28 March 1998, the Standards Generating Body (SGB) for

Secondary Agriculture: Processing

Registered by Organising Field 01, Agriculture and Nature Conservation, publishes the following unit standards for public comment.

This notice contains the titles, fields, sub-fields, NQF levels, credits, and purpose of the unit standards. The unit standards can be acc::essed via the SAQA web-site at www.saga.org.za. Copies may also be obtained from the Directorate of Standards Setting and Development at the SAOA offices, Hatfield .Forum West, 1067 Arcadia Street, Hatfield, Pretoria.

Comment on the qualification and unit standards should reach SAQA at the address below and no later than 3 March 2006. All correspondence should be marked Standards Setting.,.. 5GB for Secondary Agriculture: Processing and addressed to

S BHIKHA

The Director~ Standards Setting and Development SAQA

Attention: Mr. 0 Mphuthing Postnet Suite 248 Private Bag X06

Waterkloof 0145

or faxed to 012 - 431-5144 e-mail: [email protected]

DIRECTOR: STANDARDS SETTING AND DEVELOPMENT

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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

SAQA QUAL/FICA TlON:

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National Certificate: Rooibos. Processing

SAQA QUALID QUALIFICATION TITLE 50226 National Ce.rtiflcate: Rooibos Processing

SGBNAME ORGANISING FIELD ID PROVIDER NAME I SGB for Secondary Agriculture: 1 Processing

QUAL TYPE ORGANISING FIELD DESCRIPTION SUBFIELD National Certificate Awiculture and Nature Conservation Secondary Agriculture

ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS NQFLEVEL QUALIFICATION CLASS

Iundefined 121 Level 2

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

Purpose:

Regular~Unit Stds BasEjd ,

The qualification provides learners wUh. the opportunity to gain competence in Rooibos processing and will facilitate their securing employment in the Industry. For those who are already employed on a Rooibos plantation. the multi-skilling that the qualification offers will open up a career path in the industry.

A learner achieving this qualification will be able to work effectively and productively within the Roo.ibos processing industry knowing:

>- The structure and supply chain of the Rooibos industry. > Health and safety principles for Rooibos processing. > The prinCiples and practices for maintaining hygiene in Rooibos prOcessing. > The procedures for the fermentation of Rooibos. > The procedures for processing Rooibos. > The value adding processes that are performed. > Quality assurance and good manufacturing practices for Rooibos.

The qualification will facilitate multi-skllHng. which in turn. will have a positive Impact on the efficiency and productivity of the processing fI;Icilit~.

The com bined commitment of the learners and employers In the achievement ·of this qualification win help alleviate the transient nature of the workers at this level, which will result in a skUl.ed, stable and efficient workforce.

Rationale:

The quallfiC$tlon addresses the urgent need for the establishment of skins and accompanying standards that. the industry reqUired, especially within the SMME sector. This will allow them to operate on a more professional basis

This qualification and the resultant skills that are learnt will hav$ a positive contribution to the establishment ·of small processing plants.

The qualification embodies the International requlrE!ments for Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Hazard Analysis Critical Control. Points (HACCP), whloh wiD. ensure that producers will be able to. export Rooibos products to meet stringent international requirements.

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RECOGNIZE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

Y

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE Learners who would like to access thisquatification should have demonstrated competency in Communication and Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 1.

Recognition of Previous Learning:

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The qualification may be achieved In part or as a wnole through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Thilil may inclUde formal, non-formallearnlng and work experience. Where RPL is required the learner will need to prove competence in the specific area, or areas, in order to obtain recognition of these skills and knowledge.

QUALIFICATION RULES

This qualification consists of a minimum of 121 credits, composed of:

> Fundamental: 36 - Compulsory for all learners. > Core: 65 - Compulsory for all learners. > E:lectives: 20 - Learners to choose unit standards totalling 20 credits from the listed el.ectlve standards.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

1. Communicate effectively in the workplace. 2. Utilise mathematical literacy correctly, 3. Apply life skills in personal and community envil:onments. 4. Identify the characteristics that determine the grading of Roolbo8. 5. Prepare and ferment the Rooibos raw product. 6. Pasteurise, flavour and package Rooibos. 7. Demonstrate an understanding of the functioning of a quality assurance system for Rooibos processing.

Critical Cross - Field Outcomes (CCFO's):

The unit standards in thequalifjcation are$tructured to contain specific and cross-field outcomes. The integration of the latter Is vital to the full development and social upliftment of the learner. The critical crossfield outcomes are intended to guide the providers in developing the learning material,

The relevant CCFO's include:

;> The learner is able to Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made. ;> The letirner is. able to work effectively with others and demonstrate their willingness to be part of the team. ;> The learner is able to organise and manage themselves and their activities responsibly and effectively. ;> The learner is able to communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentation. > The learner is able to collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information. > The learner Is able to use soienceand tecnnology effectively and critically. showing responsibility towards the environment and nealih of others.· > The learner is able to demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognizing that problem-solving context$ do not exist in Isolation.

ASSOCIATED ASSI;SSMENT CRITERIA

1. > Oral communication is carrled out effectively in the workplace with clients and colleagues. '? Reports are written for the workplace using appropriate language.

2. > Number systems and rational and irrational numbers are related. > Workplace problems are solved using statist.ical data collected in the workplace. > Mathematics literacy is used to monitor and control finances.

3.

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> Self management sl<ills are demonstrated. > The preventative measures and implications of HIV/AIDS are explained.

4. ;> The specifications used to evaluate and determine lhe gradlng·of Rootbos are described. > Rooibos raw product is sampled and tested using industry processes and procedures.

5. > The harvested Rooibos is cut to the specified lengths. > The procedures for spreading and bruising cut Rooibos are described. > The formation of fermentation heaps and monitoring of the fermentation process is explained.

6. > The procedures for monitoring the steam temperature during the pasteurizing process are described. > The preparation of various flavourants to suit the client's requirements is demonstrated. > Rooibos products are bagged and packaged to the client's specifications.

7. > The necessity of instituting a quality assurance system in a Rooibos processing plant is explained. > The contribution that a quality assurance system plays in the maintenance of high standards in Rooibos processing is explained. > The im portance of following the standard operating procedures to ensure effective quality control is explained.

Integrated assessment:

The Integrated assessment allows Leamers the .opportunity to show that they are able to utilize concepts, ideas and actions across unit standards. This wilt allow Learners to aohieve oompetency that is in keeping will r th<:: fJurjJOtse of the qualifiGdtion.

An integrated assessment will indicate how theoretical learning is demonstrated in a practical environment in such a way that the application of the work learnt becomes second nature.

tn conducting an assessment, the quality of the performance must also be evaluated i .. e. both the performance and the thinking behind the action must be qualitative.

The assessment should include both formative and $ummative options and should use various assessment tools I.e. not by observation only. It is suggested that a Portfolio of Assessment forms part of the summative assessment, with practical outcomes being demonstrated in a simulated or real workplace situation.

A broad range of task-orientated and theoretical tools may be used, with the distinction between practioal knowledge and disciplinary knowledge being maintained.

Unit Standards in the qualification must be used to assess the specific and Critical Cross- Field Outcomes. It is recommended that the assessment tools give Learners the opportunity to account for their decisionmaking and problem solving in line with the Specific Outcomes and related Assessment Criteria.

As this qualifICation forms the foundation for a career in Rooibos production, learners should be assessed in occupational contexts and activities. The assessment should ensure that the foundational skills are portable and prepare them for further learning. whatever career path they may choose.

INTERNA TlOHAL COMPARABILITY

Rooibos tea production is unique to South Africa, which makes international comparability impossible. However, similarities exist between Rooibos production and Black Tea (Ceylon) production. This qualification was compared with training offered in Black Tea production and processing if} Sri Lanka, India, Kenya and Malawi.

While training In tea growing and processing In Kenya!llf1dMalawi is extenSively done by the organisations and companies involved in the industry, no formal qualifications exist. However, it has been determined that the contents of the training given in those countries reJates very closely to what is offered in this qualification.

Competencies such as seed cultivation, soil preparation, plant propagation and tea processing form major parts of their training programmes. The South African qualification includes soil analyses which is not

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covered in Kenya and Malawi.

Australia and New Zealand have well. developed training programmes for Black Tea production and processing. The follOWing Australian unit standards are recommended for use in their Tea processing industries. These were examined. and the notable. similarities are:

> Registration No FOFTCOC1A - Locate 1ndustryand company products and processes (Tea and Coffee):

> This level 1 unit standard covel'$ the practices and procedures used in Tea and Coffee processing. > An emphasis on food safety and OHS (Occupational Health and Safety) is paramount for both their processes and those of Rooibas.

> Registration No FDFTCBT2A - Blend Tea:

> This level 2 unit standard covers the practices and procedures for the selection of various grades of Tea for blending. > The processes and procedures are comparable with those used for Rooibas.

> Registration No FDFTCOS3A - Operate a system (Tea and Coffee):

> This level 3 unit standard .concerns the preparation and operation of Tea processing and packaging equipment. > The importance of monitoring and ensuring quality assurance in their processes, is also a prime function

for Rooibos. -. > Registration No FOFZZPM1A - Pack product manually:

> This level 1 unit standard covers all facets of manual packaging of processed goods for the food industry. > Various forms of packaging referred tv·tn ij1is Ullit skmdard,al'e simii<:if to tholoe used-in Roolbos

processing. > The emphasis placed on hygiene In the packaging environment is also a prime function of Rooibas processing and packaging.

In conclusion, it would appear that the competencies developed In this qualification com pare favourably with those offered in the countries researched.

ARTICULA TlON OPTIONS

The qualification is designed to provide a structured learning path for employees in the Rooibos ProceSSing industry in South Africa. be they in the employ of commercial businesses or as entrepreneurs.

This qualification will enable horizontaJarticulation. where learners may move within the Rooibos industry. between the fields of Production and Processing. .

The learning areas in the qualification wll~ facilitate horizontal. articulation with the following:

> National Certificate In Tea Production and Processing NQF level 2 (ID 48903) > National Certificate in Agr! Trade processes NQF Jevel2 (10 14851)

MODERATION OPTIONS

Anyone assessing a learner against these lJnlt standards must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA and have experience, or In depth knowledge of the Rooibas industry.

Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of these unit standards or will assess these unit standards must be accrt;'!dited as a provider with the relevant ETQA. Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines in the qualification and the agreed ETQA procedure.

Therefore anyone wishing to be assessed against these unit standards may apply to be assessed by any assessment agency, assessor or provider institution which is accredited by the relevant ETQA.

CRITERIA FOR THE REG/STRA TlON OF ASSESSORS

Assessors must:

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> Be registered as an assessor by the .relevant ETQA. > Have experience or in depth knowledge of the agricultural and food processing industry, specifically as it relates to the Rooibos sector. > Hold a qualification in Agrioulture at NQF Level 3 or higher.

NOTES

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UNIT STANDARDS (Note: A blank space after this line means that the qualification is not based on IJnit Standards.)

UNIT STANDARD ID AND TITLE LEVEL CREDITS STATUS

Core 8494 Demonstrate an understanding of HIVIAIDS and its implications Level 2 4 Reregistered

C~ 123156 Conduct post harvest cutting ofRooIbos level 2 6 Draft • Prep for P Comment

Core 123160 Bruise. ferment and dry Roolbos cuttings Level 2 6 Draft· Prep for P Comment

Core 123161 Receive and grade rooibos Level 2 4 Draft· P rep for P Comment

Core 123163 Screen and bIeIld Rooibos Level 2 5 Draft • Prap for P Comment

Core 123164 Pasteufise, dry and bag Rooibos Level 2 8 praft • Prep for P .- Comment

Core 123165 Demonstrate an understanding of the RooIbos Industry Level 2 2 Draft.· Prep for P Comment

C~ 123167 MQnitorthe quality assurance in Roolbos procE!SSing level 2 8 pIafi • Prep for P Comment

ICore 1'z3'I"69'Flavour ahd paCK R~ WClient!' sJlff~ostibns Level 2 . 6 Dratt - Prep for P Comment

Core 123172 Apply health and safety in Rooibos production and proces$ing Level 2 7 Draft - Prep for P

'core

Comment 123173 Demonstrate knowledge of hygiene practices in Rooibos prodUction and Level 2 6 Draft· Prep for P

pmosssing Comment .. Core 123251 Despatch packaged Rooibos products Level 2 3 Draft - Prep for P

Commen.t Elective 9599 Liftand move material and equipment by means of a forklift Level 2 3 Registered

Elective 116820 Drive a tractor leVel 2 10 Registered

Elective 123158 Demonslrate an understanding of Rooibos culture prectices Level 2 12 Draft • Prep for P Comment

!Elective 8000 Applying basic business priJdples Level 3 9 Reregistered

Fundamental 7469 Use mathematics to investigate and monitor the finencial aspects of personal Level 2 2 Reregistered and community lile

Fundamentel 7480 Demonstrate understanding of rational and irrational numbers and number Level 2 3 Reregistered systems

Fundamental 8962 Maintain and adapt oral oommunication Level 2 5 Reregistered

Fundamental 8963 AOOlSS an.d use informatiQn from texts Level 2 5 Reregistered

Fundamental 8964 Write for a defined oon!e)(t Level 2 5 Reregistered

Fundamental 8965 Respond to IItel:ary texts Level 2 5 Reregistered

Fundamental 9007 Wor1< with II range of patterns and functions and solve problems Level 2 5 Reregistered

Fundamental 90.08 Identify, descrtbe, compare. classify, explore shape and mofIon in 2-and 3- LeVel 2 3 Reregistered dimensional sl)apes In different contexts

Fundamental .. 9009 Apply basic knQWIedge of statistics and probability to influem;e the use of dIll! Level 2 3 Reregistered and procedUIllS in order to investigate life related problems

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SAQA QUALIFICATION:

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Natlona/Certlflca·te: Roolbos Production

SAQAQUALID QUAUFICA TlON TITLE 50227 National Certificate: Rooibos Production

SGBNAME ORGANISING FIELD ID PROVIDER NAME I SGB for Secondary Agriculture: 1 Processing

QUAL tyPE ORGANISING FIELD DESCRIPTION SUBFIELD National Certificate Agriculture and Nature Conservation Secondary Agriculture

~BETBAND MINIMUM CREDITS NQFLSVEL QUAUF/CATION CLASS Undefined 121 ' level 2

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF ,THE QUAUFICATION Purpose:

RtlQular-Unit Stds Based .

The qualification provides learners with the opportunity to gaIn competence In KOOIbOS proatJCtIOn and WIll facilitate their securing employment in the industry. For those who are already employeclon a Rooibos plantation, the multi-skilling that the qualification offers will open up a career path in the industry. The qualification focuses on the skills, knowledge and valu~ that are required in Rooibos production. A learner achieving this qualification will be able to work effectively and productively within the Rooibos production environment knowing:

> The structure and supply chain of tf:le Roolbos industry. > Health and safety principles for Rooibos production. > The relationship that the environment has. on crop production. > The fertility of the soil and how to apply fertilisers. > The propagation and care of Rooibos seedlings. > The cultural practices for effective Rooibos production. > The practices to maintain hygiene in Roolbos production and processing. > The harvesting and seed collection practices.

The combined commitment of the learners and employers in the achlevement of this qualification will help alleviate the transient nature of the workers at this level, which will result in a skilfed, stable and efficient workforce.

Rationale:

The qualification addresses the urgent need for the establishment of skills and accompanying standards that the Rooibos production industry requires, especially on the smaller plantations and for the emerging farmers. The qualification provides learners with access to learning in specialised areas within the Roolbos industry. In addition, the qualification will equip the learners with the necessary b$Qkgrolmd knowledge and skills to be portable within other agricultural Industries.

This qualification and the resultant skills that are gained will have a positive contribution to the productivity and sustainabillty .of existing plantations and those of emerging farmers. This In turn will address one of the national priorities of reducing the level of unemployment and under employment

RECOGNIZE PREWOUS LS4RNING? y

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LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE Learners who would like to access this qualification should have demonstrated competency in Communication and Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 1.

Recognition of Previous Learning:

The qualification may be achieved in part or as a whole through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). This may include formal, non-formalleaming and work experience. Where RPL is required, the learner will need to prove competence in the specific. area, or areas, in order to obtain recognition of these skills and knowledge.

QUALIFICATION RULES This qualification consists of a minimum of 121 credits, composed of:

> Fundamental: 40 - Compulsory for all learners > Core: 61 - Compulsory for all learners > Electives: 20 * Leamers to choose unit standards totalling 20 credits from the listed elective standards

EXIT LEVEL.. OUTCOMES

1. Communicate effectively in the workplace. 2. Utilise mathematical Hteracy correctly. 3. Apply life skills in personal and community environments. 4. Propagate and care for Rooibos seedlings in a nursery ar.ea. 5. Establish and provide care for Rooibos plants In a plantation. 6. Harvest Rooibos. 7. Collect and prepare Rooibos seed for planting.

Critical Gross'- FlelCfOutbomes (CCFO's):

The unit standards in the qualification are structured to contain specific and cross-field outcomes. The integration of the latter is vital to the full development and social upliftment of the learner. The critical crossfield outcomes are intended to guide the providers in developing the learning material.

The relevant CCFO's include:

> The learner is able to identify and solve problem~ in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have. been made. ' > The learner is able to work effectively with others and demonstrate their willingness to be part of the team. > The learner is able to organise and manage themselves and theiractiVlties responsibly and effectively. > The learner is able to communicate effectively using visual, math.ematical anel/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentation. > The learner is able to collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information. > The learner is able to use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others. > 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.

ASSOCIA TED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. > Oral communication is carried out effectively in the workplace with clients and colleagues. > Reports are written for the workplace using appropriate language.

2. > Mathematics literacy is used to monitor and control finances. > Workplace problems are solved using mathematical concepts and calculations.

3. > Self management skills are demonstrated. > An awareness of the preventative measures and implications of HIV/AIDS are explained.

4.

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> The procedures for the preparation of a seed bed are applied. > The sowing of Rooibos seed and the monitoring of germination are described. > The procedures for the hardening off of the Rooibos seedlings are described.

5. > Theprocedures for the cl.earing and .preparation of a Rooibos plantation are demonstrated. > Suitable holes are excavated and Rooibos seedlings are planted. > The soil and climatic conditions that are .best suiled to the cultivation of Rooibos are described.

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> The Importance of the correol: tim Ing of the harvest and the different requirements for young and mature plants is understood. > Harvesting techniques are used and good hygiene are maintained and demonstrated.

7. > The Ideal periodf()r the collection of Rooibos seed and the methods to gather the seed bearing material are described. > The techniques used!n sieving and further treatment of Rooibos seed are described.

Jnt~rated assessment:

The int~rated assessment allows Learners the opportunity to show that they are able to utilize concepts. ideas and actions ~cross unit. standards. This will allow Learners to achieve competency that is In keeping with the purpose of the qualification.

An integrated assessment will Indicate how theoretical learning is demonstrated in a practical environment In such a way that the application of the work learnt becomes second nature.

Ii l COi jUI..ot;~!ngall cI~:.t::~smelli., ii le'qualtty of ti Ie jJtIlforrTIC::IIII,.!;:j ffH.ist cti&u i.JIZ tlvaluatl:1di:t:t. troth "the performance and the thinking behind theaaion must be qualitative.

The assessment should include both formative and summative options and should use various assessment tools I.e. not by observation only_ It is suggested that a Portfolio of Assessment forms part of the summative assessment. with practical outcomes being demonstrated ina simulated or real work place situation.

A broad range of task-orientated and theoretical tools may be used. with the distinction between practical. knowledge and. disciplinary knowledge being maintained.

Unit Standards in the qualification must be used to assess the specific and Critical Cross- Field Outcomes. It is recommended that the assessment tools give Learners the opportunity to account for their decisionmaking and problem solving in line with the Specific Outcomes and related Assessment Criteria.

As this qualification forms the fuundation for a career in Rooibos production. learners should be assessed in occupational contexts and activities. The assessment should ensure that the foundational skllls are portable and prepare them for further learning. whatever career path they may Choose.

INTERNA TlONAL CON/PARABIUTY

Rooibos tea production is unique to South Africa. which makes international comparability impossible. However. similarities exist between Rooibos production and Black Tea (Ceylon) production. This qualification was compared with training offered in Black Tea production in Sri~nka. India. Kenya and Malawi. The proceSSing of Rooibos was also compared with Tea Processing Training in Australia and New Zealand who. have well developed training programmes in this sector.

While training in tea growing and processing in Kenya and Malawi is extensively done by the organisations and companies involved in the industry. no formal qualifications exist. However. it has been determined that the contents of the training given in those countries relates very closely to what is offered in this qualification.

Competencies such as seed cultivation, soil preparation. plant propagation and tea processing form· major parts Of their training program mes. The South African qualification includes soil analyses which is not covered in Kenya and Malawi.

The following Australian qualifications and the notable similarities are:

1. Registration No RUH 10898 - Certificate in Hortloulture (production)

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> This level 1 qualification covers the practices and procedures used in the propagation of plants. > The qualification Includes the aspects of propagation from seed and the care of seedlings, which is

relevant to Roolbos.

2. Registration No RAU21698 - Certificate in Agriculture (Production HorticuHure)

> This level 2 qualification covers the practices and procedures for the hardening off of seedlings In preparation for planting out.

> The processes and procedures are com parable with those used for Rooibos.

In conclusion, it would appear that the competencies developed in this Qualification compare favourable with that offered in the cDuntries researched.

ART/CULA TlON OPTIONS

The qualification is designed to provide a structured learning path for employees in the Rooibos Production industry in South Africa, be they in employ of large plantations or small farms.

This qualification will enable horizontal articulation, where learners may move within the Rooibos industry, between the fields of Production and Processing. Many farms have basic processing facilities to improve their service and prOfitability.

While the Productian and Processing qualifications diverge, there remains sufficient common ground for holders .of one qualificatian to be able to be employed in therother field with minimum additional training.

The learning areas in the Qualification will facilitate horizontal and vertical articulation in the following:

:;,. -I'latic:p·"-Cert!fic3te· in T~a ProdYCt!OIl aRd.9..roosssij;lQ Nar=.!.eve/..2..{ID 48903). > National Certificate in AgriTrade processes NQF level 2 (1014851). > National Certificate in Farming NQF level 3 (1020289). > National Certificate in Plant Praduction NQF level 2 (10 48975).

MODERA TION OPTIONS

> Anyone assessing a learner against these unit standards must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA and have experience in or in depth knowledge of the Raoibos industry.

> Any institutian offering learning that will enable achievement of this qualification or its constituent unit standards or that will assess these unit standards must be accredited as a pravider with the relevant ETQA.

> Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines in the qualification and the agreed ETQA procedure.

> Therefore anyone wishing to be assessed against these unit standards may apply to be assessed by any assessment agency, assessor .or provider institution which is accredited by the relevant ETQA.

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

Assessors must:

> Be accredited as an assessor by the relevant ETQA. > Have experience or in depth knowledge of the agricultural and food processing industry. specifically as it relates ta the Raoibos sector. > Hold a qualification in Agriculture at NQF Level 3 or higher.

NOTES

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UNIT STANDARDS , (Note: A blank space after this line means that the qualification is not based on Unit Standards.)

UNIT STANDARD /0 AND TlT/..E LEVEL CREDITS STA TUS

Core 12556 Apply fertitiser manually Level ~ 2 Reregistered

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Core 13355 Demonstrate an understanding of the physical and biological environment and Levell 4 Reregistered its relationship \Q s.ustalnable crop productJon

Core 116053 Undemland basic soil fertility and plant nu1rlllan Level 2 5 Registered

Core 123154 Propagate roolbos from seed Level 2 6 Draft - Prep for P Comment

Core 123157 f'rovide care for rooIbos seedlings Level 2 4 Draft - Prep for P Comment

Core 123158 Demonstrate an undemtandlng of Rooibos culture pndces Level 2 12 Draft - Prep for P Comment

iCore 123159 Conduct soil preparation end transplant l'OOIbOsil88dlngs Level 2 5 Draft - Prep for P Comment

Core 123162 Conduct Rooibos harvesting Level 2 4 Draft - Prep for P Comment

Core 123165 Demonstrate an undemtanding 01 the Rooibos Indusby Level 2 2 Draft - Prep for P Comment

Core 123170 CoHee! and treat Rooibos seed Level 2 4 Draft· Prep for P Comment

ICore 123172 Apply health and safety in Rooibos prod!JCllon and processing Level 2 7 Draft - Prep for P Comment

Core 123173 Demonstrate knowledge of hygiene practices in Roolbos productJon end Level 2 6 Draft prep for? processing Comment

Elective 116060 Utilise and perform minor repair end malntenence tasks on Implements. Level 2 5 Registered equipment and irIfresInIcIIIr

~: 116065 Store and control agrochemlcal products effectively end responsibly Level 2 4 Registered

116066 Operate and maintain specific Irrigation systems Level 2 3 Registered

Elective 116113 Explain principles of human resources management and practices in agrlcuiture level 2 2 Registered

Elective 116820 Drive a tractor Level 2 10 Registered

Elective 123156 Conduct post harvest cutting of RooIIos Level 2 6 Draft - Prep for P ~:~..:; • ...,~, ....... -.--..-,lr ............... ' > . . .. ~~ .. ~ .......... N· ..... _ ....... ' "'*.Itl~u= Iilt- . .. ... ~ C,oTmt!l~~ __ ~ ,_ Elective 123160 Brulsa. fennentand dry Rooibos cuttings Level 2 6 Draft - Prep for P

Comment Elective 123167 Monitor the quality assurance in Rooibos processng Level 2 8 Draft Prep for P

Comment Elective 8000 AppIyinq. b~SiC buslnesS))/jrdples - Level 3 9 Reregistered

.--Fundamentel 7469 Use mathematics to Investigate and monitor the nnancial aspec1s of personal

and community life Level 2 2 Reregistered

Fundamental 7480 Demons. understanding of rational and irrational numbers and number Level 2 3 Reregistered systams

Fundamental 8494 Demonstrate an undelstanding of HIVIAIDS end its impllcallor)s Level 2 4 Reregistered

Fundamental 8962 Maintain and adapt oral communication. Level 2 5 Reregistered

Fundamental 8963 ACCBSi and use Information from texts Level 2 5 Reregistered

Fundamental 8964 Write for a defined context level 2 5 Reregistered

Fundamental 8965 Respond to Inerary texts Level 2 5 Reregistered

Fundamentel 9007 Work with a range of patterns and functions and solve problems Level 2 5 Reregistered

Fundamental 9008 Identify. describe, compare, classify. explQle shape and motion In 2-and 3- Level 2 3 Reregistered dimensional shapes in different conteJds

Fundamental 9009 Apply basic knowledge of statistics and probability to Influence the use of dale Level 2 3 Reregistered and procedures In order to investigate life related problems

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SAQA UNIT STANDARD: 1 t en' 'd' ....

. Propagate roolbos from seitd

SAQAUSID UNIT STANDARD TITLE 123154 Propagate rooibos from seed

SGBNAME ORGANISING FIELD ID PROVIDER NAME SGB for Secondary 1 Agriculture: Processing

UNIT STANDARD TYPE ORGANISING FIELD DESCRIPTION SUBFIELD DESCRIPTION Regular Agriculture and Nature Conservation Secondary Agriculture

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ABET BAND CREDITS NQFLEVEL UNit STANDARtJ TYPE Undefined 6 Level 2 Regular

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Describe the selection and preparation of a seedbed for the sowing of Rooibos seeds.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Sow Rooibos seeds manually in prepared seedbeds.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Apply water to .the seedbeds after sowing.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Maintain the seedbed environment and monitor the germination process.


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SAQA UNIT STANDARD: _ • rt

Conduct post harvest cutting of Roolbos

SAQA usia UNIT STANlJARD TITLE 123156 Conduct post harvest cutting of Rooibos

·SGBNAME ORGANISING FIELD ID PROVIDER NAME SGB for Secondary 1 Agriculture: Processing

UNIT STANDARI;> TYPE ORGANISING FIELD DESCRIPTION SUBFIELD DESCRIPTION

Regular Agriculture and Nature Conservation Secondary Agriculture .':",

ABET BAND CREDITS NQPLEVEL UNIT STANDARD TYPE Undefined 6 l,.evel2 Regular

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Apply the relevant safety regulations for the operation of the cutting machines .

. SPECIFIC OIJTCOME 2

Conduct the preparation and preventative maintenance procedures on the cutting machines.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Operate a Rooibos cutting machine.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Convey and transfer the cut product from the cutting mill.



UNIT STANDARD: 3

Provide care for roolbos seedlings

SAQA USID UNIT STANDARD TITLE

123157 Provide care fOr rooibos seedlings

SGBNAME ORGANISING FIELD ID PROVIOER NAME 8GB: for Secondary 1 Agriculture: Processing


-IABETBAND CREDITS /liQFLEVEL UNIT STANDARD TYPE Undefined 4 Level 2 Regular

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Maintain the environment of newly germinated seedlings.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Conduct the 'growing on' procedures for Rooibos $e8dlings.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Demonstrate knowledge of pest controls for the seedlings,

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Demonstrate. knowledge of hardening off the seedlings in preparation for transplanting.

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SAQA UNIT STANDARD:

Demonstrate an understanding of Rooibos culture practices

SAQA USID UNIT STANDARD TITLE 123158 Demonstrate an understanding of Rooibos culture practices

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SGBNAME ORGANISING FIELD ID PROVIDER NAME SGB for Secondary 1 Agriculture: Proce$Sing

UNIT STANDARD TYPE ORGANISING FIELD DESCRIPTION SUBRELDDESCR~nON Regular Agricultul:'8 and Nature Conservation Secondary Agriculture

lA8ETSAND CREDITS NQFLEVEL UNIT STANDARD TYPE

Undefined 12 LeveJ2 Regular

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Describe the unique features of the RooIbos plant.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Show an understanding of the soil conditions that are conducfve to growing Rooibos.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 Describe suiteblecllmatic conditions for the successful (lultlvation of Roolbos.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Show an understanding of the pest control practices that are necessary to ensure a vIable Rooibos crop.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 Demonstrate an understanding of the necessity for weed control and the eradication practices that are conducted.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6

Describe the crop rotation processes for Rooibos productlon.

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UNIT STANDARD:

Conduct solt .,...paratlon and transplant roolbos seedltngs

SAQAUS ID UNJT STANDARD TITLE

123159 Conduct soil preparation and transplant rooibos seedlings

SGBNAME ORGANISIN<3 FieLD ID PROVIDER NAME SGB for Secondary 1 Agriculture: Procasslng

UNIT STANDARD TYPE ORGANISING FIELD DESCRIPTION SUBFIELD DESCRIPTION

Regular Agriculture and Nature Conservation Secondary Agriculture

ABET BAND CREDITS NQFLEVEL UNIT5TANDARD TYPE

Undefined 5 Level 2 Regular

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Demonstrate an understanding of the soil preparation practices that are necessary for the transplanting of Rooibos seedlings.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Remove Roolbos seedlings from the nursery and transport these to the prepared area.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Demonstrate an understanding of the Rooibos. planting practices.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Provide initial care to the young Rooibos plants.

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UNIT STANDARD:

Bruise. f8nrientand dry RoolbOs cuttfng8' .

SAQA USID UNIT STANDARD TITLE 12316Q Bruise, ferment and dry Rooibos cuttings

SGBNAME ORGANISING FIELD 10 SGB for Secondary 1 Agriculture: Processing

UNIT STANDARD TYPE ORGANISING FIELD DESCRIPnON Regular Agriculture and Nature Conservation

-ABET BAND CREDITS NQFLEVEL

Undefined ~. Level 2

SPECIFIC OUTCoME 1

Understand the practices us.ed in the formatlon otfermentation heaps.

. SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Bruise and prepare the cut materiat for fermentation.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Demonstrate an understanding of the fermentation process.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Dry Rooibos.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Collect Rooibosfrom the fermentation court.

PROVIDER NAME

SUBFIELD DESCRIPTION Secondary Agriculture

UNIT STANDARD TYPE

Regular

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Receive and grade roolbos . " . , , .~ . ..

SAQAUSID UNIT STANDARD TITLE 123161 Receive and grade rooibos

SGBNANIE ORGANISING FIELD ID PROVIDER NAME SGB for Secondary 1 ~griculture: Processing

UNIT STANDARD TYPE . ORGANISING FIELD DESCRIPTION SUBFIELD DESCRIPTION Regular Agriculture and Nature Conservation Secondary Agriculture

.-ABET BAND CREDITS NQFLEVEL UNIT STANDARD TYPE Undefined 4 Level 2 Regular

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SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Show an understanding of the practices and the procedures that are used in the receiving of Rooibos material.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Demonstrate an understanding of the specifICations that are used in assessing the quality of raw Rooibos.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Demonstrate the sampUng of the raw Rooibos for grading.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Show an understanding of.the sensory testing of the. Rooibos samples.

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Conduct Rooibos harvesting

SAQA USIQ UNIT STANDARD TITLE 123162 Conduct Rooibos harvesting

SGBNAME ORGANISING FIELD 10 PROVIDER NAME SGB for Secondary 1 [Agriculture: Processing

UNIT STANDARD TYPE ORGANISING FIELD DESCRIPTION SUBFlELD DESCRIPTION Regular Agriculture and Nature Conservation Secondary Agriculture

-IABETBAND CREDITS NQFLEVEL UNIT STANDARD TYPE Undefined 14 Level 2 Regular

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Apply safety principles and prac:tlc:eswhen harvesting.

SPEf;'F'C OUTCOME. 2

Show an understanding of the hygiene practices that are necessary when harvesting.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Describe the conditions that Influence the timing of the Roolbos harvesting.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Demonstrate an understanding of the practices and techniques that are employed In the harvesting of Rooibos.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Show an understanding of the post harvesting pest control practices.

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SAQA UNIT STANDARD: 9 ..... _ ........ ''/1'"''

Screen and blend Roolbos

SAQA USID UNIT STANDARD TITLE 123163 Screen and blend Rooibos


UNIT STANDARD TYPE ORGANISING. RELD DESCRIPTION SUBFIELD DESCRIPTION Regular Agriculture and Nature Conservation Secondary Agriculture

-ABET BAND CREDITS NQFLEVEL UNIT STANDARD TYPE

Undefined ~ Level.2 Regular

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

.Select batches of Rooibos for screening •

• . $PECIFIC.OUTCONIE 2 ..

Screen the selected batches of Rootbos.

SPECIF;IC OUTCOME 3

Silo various grades of Roolbos.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

BlendRooibos to a clienfs specific requirements.

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SAQA UNIT STANDARD: .

conect and treat Roolbos seed


123170 Collect and treat Rooibos seed

SGBNAME ORGANISING FIELD 10 SGB for Secondary 1 Agriculture: Processing

UNIT STANDARD TYPE ORGANISING FIELD DESCRIPTION

Regular Agriculture and Nature Conservation

., ABET BAND CREDITS NQFLEVEL Undefined f4 Level 2

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Identify the characteristics of Roolbos seed and the harvesting season.

SPECIF'''': OUTCOME 2

Collect Rooibos seed bearing material.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Clean the collected Rooibos seed material.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Sanitize the Rooibos seeds.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Scarify and apply a protective fungicidal treatment to the seed.

PROVIDER NAME

SUaFIELD DESCRIPTION

Secondary Agriculture

UNIT STANDARD TYPE Regular

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~AQ~ UNIT STANDARD:

Apply health and ...raty. in Rooibos production and processing

SAQA USID UNIT STANDARD TITLE 123172 Apply hea}tt"t and safety in Rooibos production and processing

SGBNAME ORGANISING FIELD ID PROVIDER NAME 8GB for Secondary 1

. Agriculture, Processing


. IABETBAND CREDITS NQFLEVEL UNIT STANDARD TYPE Undefined 7 Level 2 Regular

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Explain the relevant sections of the health and safety act that affect work8l'lln a Rootbo$ production facility.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Show an understanding of the duties and responsfblntles of employers to provide a safe and healthy working environment In a Roolbo$ production I processing facility.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Explain the duties and responslbnltles of employees In a Roolbos production I pro.cesslng facility.

SPECIFIC OUTCOMe 4

Load and transport materials and equipment safely.

SPECIFIC OUTCOMe 5

Understand the action to be taken in an emergency situation.

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Demonstrate knowledge of hygiene practices in Rooibos production .andprocessing

SAQA US/D UNIT STANDARD TITLE ·123173 Demonstrate knowledge of hygiene practices in Rooilx>$ production and processing


UNIT STANDARD TYPE ORGANISING FIELD DESCRIPTION Sf.JBFIEI..O DESCRIPTION IRegular Agriculture and Nature Conservation Secondary Agriculture

.-ABET BAND CREDITS NQFLEVEL UNIT STANDARD TYPE Undefined 6 Level 2 Regular

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Undorstand the ways in which Rooibos can be contaminated •


Explain effects of the common types of contamination on Roolbos.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Understand the necessity ·of applying personal hygIene '" Roolbas processing.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Describe the procedure that win ensure the thorough cleaning of equipment.

SPIiCIFIC OUTCOME 5

Understand the role that disinfectants play in sanitizing.



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. D.aspatch packag~ R()oibos products

SAQA USID UNIT STANDARD TITLE 123251 Despatch packaged Rooibos products

SGBNAME ORGANISING FIELD ID PROVIDER NAME SGBfor Secondary 1 Agriculture: Processing

UNIT STANDARO TYPE ORGA/IIISING FIELD DESCRIPTION SUBFIELD DESCRIPTION Regular Agriculture and Nature Conservation Secondary Agriculture

-IABETBAND CREDITS NQFLEVEL UNIT STANDARD TYPE


SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Demonstrate an understanding of the stock and quality contrOls for the various Rooibos products.

SPECIFIC OUTCOMF: 2 Describe the store keeping practices for "finished" Rooibos products.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Show an understanding of the administrative processes that are involved in the dispatching of Rooibos products.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Demonstrate an understanding of the product handling and loading practices that are used inthe storage and dispatch of Rooibos products.

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SAQA UNIT STANDARD: tW' II , .

f'asteurise, dry and bag Rooibos

SAQA US/D UNIT STAN.DARD TITLE 123164 Pasteurise, dry and bag Rooibos

SGBNANIE ORGANISING FIELD /D PROVIDER NAME SGB for Secondary 1 Agriculture: Processing


iABETBAND CREDITS NQ·FLEVEL UNIT STANDARD TYPE


SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Demonstrate knowledge of health and safety' practices in the pasteurlsing, drying and bagging of Rooibos.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Maintain the pasteurising steam temperature within the prescribed tolerances.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Monitor the pasteurization exposure of Rooibos ..

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Demonstrate an understanding of the post pasteurization drying of Roolbos.

SPECIFIC OfJTCC)ME 5

Maintain a hygienio environment in the post pasteurization processing areas .


Bag the Rooibos processed product.

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SAQAUSJD UNIT STANDARD TITLE

123165 Demonstrate an understanding of the Rooibos industry

$GBNAME ORGANISING FIEL.O 10 PROVIDER NAME SGB for Secondary 1 Agriculture: Processing

UNIT STANOARO TYPE ORGANISING FIEL.O DESCRIPTION SUBFIELD OESCRIPTION

Regular AgricultlJFe and Nature Conservation Secondary Agriculture

ABET BAND CR~DITS NQFLeVEL. UNIT STANDARD TYPE


SPECIFIC OUTCOME '1

Outline the history and grOYlth of the Rooibos lntlustTy. c. ,"

• SPeCIFIC OUTC0II/E2

Demonstrate a knowledge ()f the unique characteristics of Rooibos.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Show an understanding ,of the supply chain wlthin the Rooibos Industry.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Understand the importance of ongoing research and product development of Rooibos.



UNIT STANDARD:

Monitor the quality assurance in Rooibos processing

SAQA USID UNIT STANDARD TITLE 123167 Monitor the quality assurance in Roolbos processing

SGBNAME QRGANISING FIELD ID PROVIDER NAME SGB for Secondary 1 Agriculture: Processing


ABET BAND CREDITS NQFLEVEL UNIT STANDARD TYPE


SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Demonstrate an understanding of the role that a quality assurance s)'l!item pla)'l!i in maintaining and improving the quality of Rooibos products.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Understand the importance of pre..-requisite programmes for the achievement of Quality Assurance in Rooibos production. .

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Demonstrate an understanding of the com position and operatl.onof the quality assurance programs.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Identify the areas in the ptocess that pose the highest risk to compromising quality;

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Demonstrate an understanding of the proced~ that are necessary to sustain a quality assurance system In Rooibos processing.

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U/tiIT STANDARD:

FlavQUf al1dpack Rooibos to cliEmts' specifications

SAQAUSID· UNiT STANDARD TITLE 123169 Flavour and pack Rooibos to cHents' specifications

SGBNAME ORGANISiNG FIELD ID PROVIDER NAME SGB for Secondary 1 lAgriculture: Processing


,-ABET BAND CREDITS NQFLEVEL UNIT STANDARD TYPE Undefined 6 Level 2 Regular

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Apply the relevant health, safety and hygiene. practices in the flavouring and packing of Rooibos.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Demonstrate an understanding ·of the Rooibos flavouring procE!SS8S.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Set and operate the packaging machines.

SPECIFiC OUTOOME 4

Maintain productlpn and quality assurance records.

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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY (SAQA)

J.n accordance wIth regulation 24(c) of the National Standards Bodies Regutationsof 28 March 1998, the Standards Generating Body (SGB) for .

Secondary Agriculture: Processing

. Registered by Organising Field 01, Agriculture and Nature Conservation, publishes the following unit standards for public comment.

This notice contains the titles, fields, sub-fields, NQF levefs, credits, and purpose of the unit standards. The unit standards can be accessed via the SAOA web-sUe at www.saga.org.za. Copies may also be obtained from the Directorate of Standards Setting and Development at the SAQA offices, Hatfield Forum West, 1067 Arcadia Street, Hatfield, Pretoria.

Com ment on the qualification and unit standards should reach SAOA at the address below and no later than 3 March 2006. All corn)Spondence shoutd be marked Standards Setting - SGB for Secondary Agriculture: Processing and addressed to

S 13HIKHA

The Director: Standards Setting.andOevelopment SAQA

Attention: Mr. D Mphuthing Postnet Suite 248 . Private Bag X06

Waterkloof 0145

or faxed to 012...,431 .. 5144 e-mail: [email protected]

DIRECTOR: STANDARDS SETTING AND DEVELOPMENT


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SAQA QUAL/FICA TION:

~". 'U. National Certificate: Wool and Mohair Handling

SAQAQUALID QUAL/FICA TlON TITLE 50228 National Certificate: Wool and Mohair Handling

SGBNAME ORGANISING FIELD ID PROVIDER NAMEI SGB for Secondary Agriculture: 1 Processing

QUAL TYPE ORGANISING FIELD DESCRIPTION SI.JSFIELD National Certificate A~riculture and Nature Conservation Secondary Agriculture

~EtBAND MINIMUM CREDITS NQFLEVEL QUALIFICATION CLASS Undefined 121 Level 2

PURPOSE AND RA'nONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION Purpose:

IRegular-Unit Stds Based

The qualification provides learners with the opportunity to gain competence in Wool and Mohair handling and will faciUtatetheir securing employment in the industry. For those who are already employed in a Fibre handling faCility. the multi-skilling that the qualification offers will open up a career path in the Industry.

A leamer achieving this qualification will. be able to work effectively and productively within the Wool and Mohair handling industry knowing:

> "rhe structure of the Wool. and Mohair fibre Industry. > The health and safety practices for fibre handling. > The receiving and registration of Wool and Mohair. > The inspection and sampling of Wool and Mohair fibre bales. >Tl1e compression and storage of Wool and Mohair bales. > The blending of Wool and Mohair f.bras. > rhe application of quality assurance In Wool and Mohair handling. > "rhe displaying of Wool and Mohair fibre samples for auctioning.

The qUelJification will facilitate multlskilling. which in turn, will have a positive impact on the efficiency and productivity Qf the fibre handling facilities.

Rationale:

The. qualification addresses the urgent need for the establishment of skills and accompanying standards that thEllndustry required, especially within the SMME sector. This will allow them to operate on a more professional basis.

The qualification embodies the international requirements for Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), which will ensure that producers. will be able to export wool and mohair ttl meet. stringent intemational requirements.

RECOGNIZE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

Y

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE It is assumed that learners are competent in Communication and Mathematicall,;lteracy at NQFt.eveI1.

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Recognition of Previous L,eaming:

The Quallflcation may be achieved In part or as a whole through the Recognit1on of Prior Leamlng (R?L). This may includ.e formal, non-formal learning and work experience. Where RPL is required the learner will need to prove competenoe in the specific area, or areas, In order to obtai" recognition of these skills and knowledge,

QUAL/FICA nON RULES This quallflcation consists of a minimum of 121 credits, composed of:

> Fundamental: 36 • Compulsory for all learners. > Core: 66 - Compulsory for aU learners. > Electives: 19: Learners to choose unit standards totalling 19 orecfds from the listed elective standards.

EJf!T L:EVEI.. OUTCOMES

1. Communicate effectively in the workp~ace, 2. Utilise mathematical concepts to solve work related problems. 3. Apply life skills in personal and community environments. 4. Conduct the receiving and registration of bulk wool and. mohair fibre. 5, Perform the objective measurement of wool and mohair bales. 6. Compress and store wool and mohair bales. 7. ?repareand display wool and mohair samples fOr pre auction evaluation. S. Conduct the despatching and shipping of wool and mohair consignments.

Critical Cross - Field Outcomes (CCFO's):

The unit standards in the qualification are structured to contain specific and cross-field outcomes. The lntegr8tiof, of the lattE;ll' is vital to the fijI: development ",(Id social upliftment of the learner. The critical em;'),.' field outcomes are intended to guide the providers in developing the learning matenaL

The relevant CCFO's. include:

> The learner is able to identify and solve problems in which responses display th,at responsible deciSions ustngcritical and creative thinking have been made. > The learner is able. to work effectively with others and demonstrate their willingness to be part of the team. > The learner is abl.e to organise and manage themselves and tlieir activities responsibly and effectively. > The learner is able to communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills In the modes of oral and/or written presentation. . > The learner is able to collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information. > The learner is able to use science and technology effectively and critically. showingrespooslblUty towards the environment .and health of others. > 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.

ASSOCIA TED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. > Oral communication and responses to workplace situations areoamed out effectively. > Texts are written on topics that are relevant to the workplace.

2. > Calculations required in the work environment are performed correctly. > Mathematical concepts are used to solve problems in the workplace and In personal life situation.

3. > Self management skills are demonstrated. > Preventative measures and implications of HIV/AIOS are explained.

4. > "!"he procedures for offioadlng and transferring wool and mohair clips to the examination area are demonstrated . > The wool anc;t mohair bales are examined acc.ording to the standard operating procedures. > The function and use of the various types of documentation that Is used in the receiving and registration of

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wool and mohair cUps .are described.

5. > The procedures for weighing and slitting wool and mohair bales are demonstrated. > The coring and grabbing of wool and mohair samples from the bales is described. > The documentation for recording the coring and grabbing of samples is explained,

6. > Thepompression of woof and mohair bales according to the standard operating procedures is conducted. > The strapping and securing of the compressed wool and mohair bales is performed. > The practices for the stowage ofwooJ and mohair bales are applied. > The documentation necessary to record the. stowage of bales is explained.

7 .. > The layout of the sample displays and the mapping out of the area is demonstrated. > The sample lot is transferred and positioned according to the documentation. > The documentation for the displaying of wool and mohair samples is explained.

s. > The required bales are extracted from their storage in preparation for dispatch. > The transference of the located bales to the dispatch area is carried out > The procedures for loading of bales onto road transport and the packing of shipping containers are applied.

INTERNATIONAL COMPARASIUTY

Australia and New Zealand are leadingexpoqers of wool and mohair. Both offer wool handling qualifications. Many of their unit standards are similar to those covered by this qualification. The

,..qLJ2lifiC<;ltions J'eferred to are;. .

> National Qualification in Wool Handling (NZ) - Level 3 Registration No 1057 > Certificate II in Agriculture (Wool handling) (Aust) - Level 2 Registration No RAU 2 14 98

,The. unit standards-inthese qualifications were looked at, and the notable similarities·ar-e:

> Registration No RUAAG2434WHA - Press wool into bales (Aust):

> This level 2 unit standard covers the practices and procedures used in the filling and bale pressing. > The "Bin and blend wool and mohair fibres" unit standard incorporates the filling and bale pressing. This is undertaken when "splits" (part bales and small deliveries). are received.

> Registration No RUAAG34Q2SWA ,.load and uOIoad wool (Aust):

> This fevel3 unit standard covers the practices and procedures for the handling of both wool and sheep when loading and unloading. > The processes and procedures are comparable with those used in the "Receive and register bulk wool

.and mohair fibre" unit standard.

> Registration No LMTPREW02A - Blend and open greasy wool (Aust);

> This level 2 unit standard concerns the sorting and blending of wool in preparation for baling. > The processes and procedures are comparable with those used in the "Bin and blend wool and mohair

fibres" unit standard. > The importance of monitoring and ensuring quality assllrance in their processes, is also a prime function

for the South African qualification.

> Registration No. 2448 - Blend and open greasy wool (NZ):

> This. level 2 unit standard is similar to the Australian unit standard mentioned above: > The processes and procedures are comparable with those used in the "Bin and blend wool. and mohair

fibres" unit standard.

> Registration No 15050 - Wool pressing (NZ):

> This level 2 qualification covers the practices and procedures used in the filfing of bales and the further

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compression of these. > The processes and procedures are comparable with those used in the "Compress wootand mohair

bales".

> Registration No 9100 - Grab, core and weigh wool (NZ):

> This level 4 qualifioation covers the practices and procedures for handling of the bales in thelr inspection departments. > The processes and procedures areslmllar to thoaEl used in the "Core and grab wool and mohair samples" unit standard.

In conclusion it can be stated that this qualification compares favourable with best overseas practice In terms of skills and knowledge.

ARTICULA TlON OPTIONS

The ql:lalification is designed to provide a structured learning path for employees in th.e woof and mohair fibre handling in South Africa, be they in employ of commercial businesses. or as entrepreneurs.

This qualification will enable horizontal articulation, where learners may move within the wool and mohair industry, b.etween the fields of production and processingltextiles.

The iearn/ng areas In the qualification wi." facilitate· vertical articulation in the following:

> Natibnal Certificate in Agri Trade processes NQF level 2 (lD 14851) > National Certificate in Farming NQFlevel3 (10 20289) > National Certificate in Clothing, Textiles, Footwear and Leather NQF level 3 (ID 48973)

1II000RATION~OP:rIOf1lS

Anyone assessing a learner against these unit standards must be registered as an assessor with the relevantETQA and have experience or in depth knowledge of the Wool and Mohair fibre industry .

. ~ institution offering learning that will enable achievement pf these unit standardl\.or will. assess. these unit standards mustbe accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA. Moderation of assessment wHl be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the. moderation guidelines I.n the qualification and the agreed ETQA procedure. .

Therefore anyone wishing to be assessed. against these unit standards may apply to be assessed by any assessment agency, assessor or provider institution which is accredited by th.e relevant ETQA.

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRA TION OF ASSESSORS

Assessors must:

> Be registered as an assessor by the relevant ETQA. > Have experience or in depth knowledge of the agricultural industry,. specifically as It relates to the Wool and Mohair sector. > Hold a qualification in Agriculture at NQF Level 3 or higher.

NOTES

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UNIT STANDARDS (Note: A blank space ttfter this I(ne means that the qualification Is not based on Unit Standarcts.)

UNIT $TANDARP ID AND TITLE LEVEL CREDITS STATUS

Core 8494 Demonstrate an understanding of HIVIAIDS and Its implications Level 2 4 Reregistered

Core 123144 DemonsIrata an understanding of the wool and mohair fibre industry LevII12 4 Draft - Prep for P Comment

Core 123141 Weigh and sltt wool and mohair bales Level 2 4 Draft - PI1!!P for P Comment

I Core 12:31fiQ Core SIlO gl'llbwooland mohair samples Level 2 10 Draft - Prep for P

Comment

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Core 123151 Dispatchandshlp~an.d mohalrbeles Level 2 6 Draft - Prep for P Comment

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Core 123152 Bin and blend wool and mohair" Level 2 8 Draft - P rep for P Comment .-

Core 123153 Apply quality assurance In the wool ~d mohair fible induslly Level 2 10 Draft - Prep for P Comment

Core 123155 Display wool and mohair samples for pra auction evaJualion Level 2 2 Draft - Prep for P Comment

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Core 123166 Apply health and safety practices In the wool and mohair fibrE! Industry Level 2 4 Draft - Prep for P Comment

Core 123168 Receive and register bulk wool and mohair bulk fibre Level 2 6 Draft - Prep for P Comment .---

Core 123171 Store wool and mohair bales Level 2 4 Draft- Prep for P Comment

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Core 123250 Compress wool and mohair bales Level 2 4 Draft· Prep for P

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:Eledive 116932 QleIatIIll perionai cOmputer system level 1 3 Registered ~ ~_"M_

Eledive: 117867 M\lnaging fi~ in B. Graphical User Interface (GUI) environment Levell 3 Registered .. ,~-

Elective 117902 Use genene functions in a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-environmant Levell 4 Registered -Elective 9599 Llft and move materiII and equipment by means {)f a forklift Level 2 3 Registered

Elective 14339 Identify and maintain \he types of racords required In own industry and Level 2 5 Registered. understand why ~ is necessary to create evidence and maintain confidentiality

..... ----.---. EI.ective . 14340 Maintain an existillg InfOrmation system III a business environmaflt level 2 4 Registered

Eledive 116820 Drive a tractor Level 2 10 Registered

Elective 8000 Applying basic business prirt:lples Level 3 9 Rell19tst.red

Fundamental 7469 Use IIl8Ihematics to investigate and mon~or the financial aspects. of personal Level 2 2 Reregistered. and coll!ll1lllllty life

IFundamental 7480 Demonstrate underslanding of !lIOOnal and irrational numbers and number Level 2 3 Rereglstere-ct sybielns

tal 8962 MaIntain and adapt oral communication Level 2 5 Reregistered .-

Fundamental 8963 ACQISS and use infoo'Aation from texts Leval2 5 Reregistered

Fundamental 8964 Write for a deIlned context level 2 5 Reregistered

FUnUamentaJ .. 8965 Respond to Iltetary texts level 2 5 Reregistered· -

Fundamental 9007 WOIk with a range of pallems and functions andsotoe problems Level 2 5 Reregistered

Fundamenlal 9008 Identify, describe, compare. classify. explorE! shape and motiQn in 2..and 3- Level 2 3 Reregistered dimensional shapes in different contexts

Fundamenlal 9009 Apply basic knowledge of statistics and probabllitytoinfi.Jencelhe use of data Level 2 3 Reregistered and procedqres in order to Investigate life related problems

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SAQA UNIT STANDARD: 1 et:::t' *e ....... __

Demonstrate an understanding of the wool and mohair fibre industry

ISAQAUSID UNIT STANDARD TITLE 123144 Demom~trate an understanding of the wool and mohair fibre industry

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SGBNAME ORGANISING FJELD ID PROVIDER NAME SGB for Secondary , 1 !A9rlculture: Processing

. UNIT STANDARD TYPE ORGANISING FIELD DESCRIPTION SUBFIELD DESCRIPTION Regular Agriculture and Nature Conservation Secondary Agriculture

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fABETBAND CREDITS NQFLEVEL UNIT STANDARD TYPE Undefined l4 Level 2 Regular

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Describe the history of the wool and mohair fibre industry In South Africa.

". SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Describe the supply chain in the South African wool and mohair industry.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Explain the economic importance of the wool and mohair ind~stry to South Africa.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Identify the role players and career paths in the South African wool and mohair fibre industry.


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SAQA UNIT STANDARD:

Weigh and slit wool and mohair bales


123147 Weigh and slit wool and moha,lr bales

SGBNAME ORGANISING F=It=LD ID PROVIDER NAME SGB for Secondary 1 Agriculture: Processing





SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Apply the prescribed health and safety practices for conducting weighing and slitting of the wool and mohair bales.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Describe the practices for transferring wool and mohair bales to the weighing and slitting areas.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Demonstrate an understanding of the processes for weighing wool and mohair bales.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Explain the role that bale slitting plays in the preparation for the wool and mohair auction.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Conduct preventative maintenance checks on all machinery and equipment that is used in the weighing and slitting processes.

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UNIT STANDARD:

Core and grab wool and mohair $ampleE!

SAQA USID UNIT STANDARD TITLE 123150 Cora and grab wool and mohair samples



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SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Apply prescribed safety procedures during the coring and grabbing of wool and mohair samples.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Demonstrate a working knowledge of the standard operating prG>cedures relevant to the grabbing of wool and mohair samples.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Demonstrate a working knowledge of the standard operating procedures relevant to the weighing of wool and mohair bales after the sampling process.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Conduct the coring and grabbing of wool and mohair samples.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Explain the documentation for the coring and grabbing ofwoot and mohair samples.

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UNIT STANDARD:

Dispatch and ship wool and mohalr bales

SAQA USID UNIT STANDARD TITLE 123151 Dispatch and ship wool and mohair bales

SGBNAME ORGANISING FIELD ID PROVIDER NAME SGB for Secondary 1 AQriculture: Processing

UNIT STANDARD typE ORGANISING FIELD DESCRIPTION SUBFIELD DESCRIPTION Regular Agriculture and Nature C.onservation Secondary Agriculture

.-~BETBAND CREDITS NQFLEVEL UNIT STANDARD TYPE Undefined 6 Level 2 Regular

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Apply the prescribed safety practices when shipping and dispatching wool and mohair bales.

SPEC/FICOUTCOME .2.

Locate and extract the required bales in preparation for shipping and despatch.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Transfer the located bales to the shipping and dispatch area.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Load the road transport and pack the shipping containers with the required wool and mohair bales.

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UNIT STANDARD:

Bin and blend wool and ·mohalrfibrea


123152 Bin and blend wool and mohair fibres

SGBNAME ORGANISING fiELD ID PROVIDER NAME

~!:or Secondary 1 ulture: Processing

UNIT STANDARD TYPE ORGANISING FIELD DESCRIPTION SUBFIELD DESCRIPTION . Regular Agriculture and Nature Conservation Secondary Agriculture

ABET BAND CREDITS NQFLEVEL UNIT STANDARD TYPE Undefined 8 Level 2 Regular

SPECIFIC OUTCOME t

Demonstrate an understanding of the processes of sorting the wool and mohair fibres In the binning and blending sector,

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Apply the prescribed safety procedures during the binning and blending of wool and mohair bales.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Describe the various aspects of the fibre weighing i.n the binning and blending process.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Demonstrate an understanding of the process of blending .the fibres.

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UNIT STANDARD:

Apply quality assurance in the. woOl and mohair fibre industry


123153 Apply quality assurance in the wool and mohair fibre industry "



.-~SETSAND CREDITS· NQFLEVEL UNIT STANDARD TYPE Undefined 10 Level 2 Regular

SPECIFIC OUTCOME J Demonstrate an understanding of the benefits that a Quality Assurance COA) system effects in the wool and mQhair fibre industry.

SPI;CIFIC OUTCOME 2

Describe the worker's role andresponslbillties within Ina Quality Assurance system.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Explain the role that existing programs and procedures serve within the Quality Assurance system.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Identify the critical control points, where quality is most likely to be negatively affected in a WOOl and mohair facility.

SPI;C/FIC O.UTC()ME 5

Describe the objectives and functions of the Q A remedial program.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6

Describe the objectives and functions of the Quality Assurance customer communication and product traceability programs.

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SAQA UNIT STANDARD: tte:tt , mt:*** k't!''H

Display wool and mohair samples for pre auction evaluation


123155 Display wool and mohair samples for pre auction evall.,lation

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SGBNAME ORGANISING FIELt> It> PROVIDER NAME SGB for Secondary 1 Agriculture: Processing



.-ABET BAND CREDITS NQFLEVEL UNit STANDARD TYPE Undefined 2 Level 2 Regular

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Demonstrate an understanding of the principles and practices that are used in the transference and positioning of a sample lot.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Display the wool and mohair samples and ensure that the dJsplay area is neat and clearly mapped out.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Demonstrate an understanding of the docu.mentation processes th/i:1t are required for the displaying of wool and mohair samples.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Describe the processes for post auction clean out of the display area.

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SAQA UNIT STANDARD: ... " ...... Apply health and safety practices in the wool and mohair fibre industry

SAQA USID UNIT STANDARD TITLE 123166 Apply health and safety practices In the wooJ and mohair fibre industry

<, SGBNAME ORGANISING FIELD ID PROVIDER NAME

SGB for Secondary 1 Agriculture: Processing

UNIT STANDARD TYPE ORGAN1S'NGFIELD DESCRIPTION SUBFIELD DESCRIPTION Regular Agriculture and Nature C<onservation Secondary Agriculture

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ABET BAND CREDITS NQFLEVEL UNIT STANDARD TYPE

Undefined f4 Level 2 Regular

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Demonstrate an understanding of the health and safety legislation that pertains< to the wool and mohair fibre industry.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Explain the employers' legal responsibilitiel:l< to implement health. and safety practices and the role that these fulfil.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Describe the employees'responsibilitles to adhe<re to the he<alth and safety practices and procedures.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Identify potential hazards in the workplace and describe the necessary safety precautions to prevent an incid_ SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Indicate the correct reaction to emergencies in the workplace.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6

Show the positive impact that good housekeeping has on health and safety in the workplace.

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SAQA UNIT STANDARD: j, tnf "

Receive and register bulk woo,· and mohair bulk fibre

SAQA USID UNIT STANDARD TITLE 12316.8 .Receive and register bulk wool and mohair bulk fibre

: SG8NAME ORGANISING FIELD lD PROVIDER NAME SGB for Secondary 1 Agriculture: Processing

liNIT STANDARD TYPE ORGANISING FIELD DESCRIPTION SU8FIELD DESCRIPTION


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IABETBAND CREDITS NQFLEVEL UNIT STANDARD TYPE

Undefined 6 Regular

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Apply the prescribed safety procedures during the receiving of wool and mohair bales.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2.

Demonstrate the procedures for offIoading and transference of wool and mohair clips to the examination area.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Demonstrate an understanding of the wool and mohair bale examination practices.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

.Describe the function and use ofthe various types of documentation that are utilized for receiving and registration of wool and mohair clips.

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SAQA UNIT STANDARD: tm , 'Wt'

Store. wool and mohair bales

SAQA USID UNIT STANDARD TITLE'

123171 Store wool and mohair bales

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SGBNAME ORGANISING FIELD 10 PROVIDER NAME SGB for Secondary 1 Agriculture: Processing


.-ABET SAND CREDITS NQFLEVEL UNIT STANDARD TYPE

Undefined f4 Level 2 Regular

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Apply the relevant safety practices during the transference and storage of wool and .mohair bales.

SPECIFIC OIJTCOME 2

Demonstrate .an understanding of the principles and practices for the transference of wool and mohair bales to the storage area.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME. 3

Indicate the correct practices for the stowage of wool and mohair bales.

$PECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Explain the function and op.eration of the stowage and delivery documentation.

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SAQA UNIT STANDARD: . Compress wool and mohair bal~s

SAQA USID UNIT STANDARD TITLE 123250 !Compress wool and mohair bales

SGBNAME ORGANISING FIELD ID PROVIDER NAME 5GB for Secondary iAgriculture: ProcessinQ

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UNIT STANDARD TYPE ORGANISING FIELD DESCRIPTION SUSFIELD DESCRIPTION Regular Agriculture and Nature Conservation Secondary Agriculture



SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 Demonstrate an understanding of safety procedures during the compressfon of wooJ and mohair bales.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Demonstrate an understanding of the operating procedures fo~ the pressing of wool and mohall' bales.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Strap and secure the compressed wool and mohair bales.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Conduct preventative maintenance checks on the bale com pression "E!quiprnent.

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