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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
National Certificate: Rockbreaking: Surface Excavations |
SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
62869 | National Certificate: Rockbreaking: Surface Excavations | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Mining and Minerals | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK | |||
MQA - Mining Qualifications Authority | OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework | |||
QUALIFICATION TYPE | FIELD | SUBFIELD | ||
National Certificate | Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology | Fabrication and Extraction | ||
ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
Undefined | 141 | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Regular-Unit Stds Based |
REGISTRATION STATUS | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | |
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
SAQA 06120/18 | 2018-07-01 | 2023-06-30 | |
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 qualification replaces: |
Qual ID | Qualification Title | Pre-2009 NQF Level | NQF Level | Min Credits | Replacement Status |
57121 | National Certificate: Rockbreaking: Quarrying | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 160 | Complete |
21842 | National Certificate: Surface Mining Rockbreaking | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 147 | Complete |
PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION |
Purpose:
There is a critical need in the industry to equip people with the required competencies to conduct safe and efficient rockbreaking activities in surface excavation to sustain the future of the surface mining industry. Rockbreaking operations are often conducted under dangerous and difficult conditions, which have to be managed appropriately in order to preserve lives and protection of equipment working in close proximity, and ensure operational efficiency. The National Certificate in Rockbreaking for Surface Excavations (NQF Level 3) is a statutory requirement in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and Regulations for persons conducting rockbreaking operations to be deemed competent. Learners acquiring this qualification will have an improved understanding of their role and will acquire the applied competencies to consistently and effectively execute their duties by contributing to the surface mining process and adhering to quality, occupational safety and legislative requirements. The qualification is designed to be flexible and accessible so that people are able to demonstrate the competencies required to work in a safe, healthy and effective manner in a surface mining environment. Learners credited with this qualification are able to: Rationale: The National Certificate in Rockbreaking: Surface Excavations NQF Level 3 is designed to contribute to an effective mining operation, in particular rockbreaking competence in surface excavations. Surface excavations refer to surface mines and quarrying and the surface mining of minerals such as: Rockbreaking activities involve the breaking of rock in a pre-determined sequence to maximise the break of the advancing bench and at the same time minimising damage to the surroundings and to ensure a safe working environment for the production teams. These rockbreaking activities could be undertaken by means of explosives or mechanical means or a combination of both. This qualification provides for both primary and secondary rockbreaking operations in surface excavations in terms of Chapter 4, Explosives Regulations under the Mines Health and Safety Act. Persons conducting rockbreaking operations require sound technical knowledge of the type of material being mined and its behaviour during breaking with specific reference to geological disconformities, depth, stress regimes, and protection of machinery, equipment and people working in the vicinity of the operations. This qualification will have a positive impact on the production of minerals and contribute significantly to society in general and the South African economy. Furthermore, the mining industry creates opportunity for many secondary and tertiary mining and minerals related business activities. The National Certificate in Rockbreaking: Surface Excavations (Level 3) facilitates access for previously disadvantaged groups and other learners to acquire the technical knowledge and skills that are required to conduct rockbreaking operations. It will enhance the status and employability of the learner within the mining and minerals industry and contribute significantly to his or her performance in terms of both quality and quantity of work output. The qualification also allows for further access, career progression, portability and mobility within and between the different surface mining industries. The majority of the candidates for this qualification are likely to be working in the mining and minerals sector. The qualification will give them the opportunity to balance their practical skills with the essential knowledge needed to earn a formal qualification in rockbreaking operations. This qualification will provide qualifying learners with the necessary knowledge, understanding and competence to conduct rockbreaking operations. This is the third in a learning pathway of five qualifications for Surface Mining Operations. The pathway begins with the GETC: Mining and Mineral Processes NQF Level 1 and ends with the National Certificate in Mining Operations NQF Level 5. This qualification series recognises the skills, knowledge and values relevant to a workplace and requires workplace experience. Qualifying learners will obtain the National Certificate in Rockbreaking: Surface Excavations NQF Level 3 that will enable them to conduct rockbreaking operations. |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
It is assumed that learners are already competent in:
Recognition of Prior Learning: This qualification can be achieved wholly or in part through recognition of prior learning in terms of the criteria laid out. Evidence can be presented in a variety of forms, including international or previous local qualifications, reports, testimonials mentioning functions performed, work records, portfolios, videos of practice and performance records. All such evidence should be judged according to the general principles of assessment described in the note to assessors. Access to the Qualification: Access to this qualification is open bearing in mind the learning assumed to be in place. |
RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
Y |
QUALIFICATION RULES |
Fundamental:
Core: Electives: The qualification totals 141 credits. For the specialisation stream: Surface Mining and Quarrying: A total of 40 credits must be chosen from the specialization stream: The following 20 credits must be achieved: An additional 20 credits must be chosen from the list below: For the specialisation stream: Dimension Stone Operations: The following 37 credits must be achieved: An additional 3 credits must be chosen from the list below: |
EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
1. Communicate and solve problems in a variety of ways.
2. Adhere to occupational safety, health, environmental and legislative requirements. 3. Conduct primary and secondary rockbreaking operations in a safe and proper manner in accordance with legislation requirements. 4. Take control of rockbreaking operations. Critical Cross-Field Outcomes: These are embedded in the unit standards, which make up the qualification and are thus also reflected in the Exit Level Outcomes of the qualification: Identifying and solving problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical thinking have been made. Working effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation and community. Organising and managing oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively. Collecting, analyzing, organizing and critically evaluating information. Communicating effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills. Using science and technology effectively and showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others when: Demonstrating an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising the complex and dynamic nature of these systems as well as the inter-relationships and linkages that exist between systems when: |
ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
1.1 Oral communication is maintained and adapted to facilitate rockbreaking operations in accordance with productivity requirements. 1.2 Written communication is conducted at an appropriate level for designated target audiences. 1.3 Mathematical principles and techniques are applied while performing the tasks related to rockbreaking operations. 1.4 Basic mathematical principles are applied to perform calculations and solve routine problems that occur in the workplace. 1.5 Problems and solutions are recorded and monitored. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2: 2.1 Occupational health, safety and environmental principles and practices are explained and applied in the workplace. 2.2 Hazardous conditions in rockbreaking operations are identified and rectified on a continual basis to ensure the health and safety of persons in the workplace. 2.3 Hazardous conditions in rockbreaking operations are monitored and reported on a continual basis to ensure the safety and health of persons. 2.4 Explosives and explosive accessories are stored, transported and handled in accordance with mine standards. 2.5 Basic first aid treatment to be carried out in the workplace in accordance with legislation. 2.6 Fire extinguishers are used in accordance with site specific requirements. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3: 3.1 Knowledge of explosives and accessory types and applications is demonstrated to reflect legal and site specific requirements. 3.2 Work areas are prepared and marked for drilling in accordance with legal and site specific requirements. 3.3 The workplace is examined and made safe in accordance with legal and site specific requirements. 3.4 Shot holes are charged with explosives in preparation for rockbreaking operations. 3.5 Misfires are treated to ensure safety in the workplace. 3.6 Secondary rockbreaking activities are carried out using explosives and/or mechanical means. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4: 4.1 Marking, drilling and blasting operations are co-ordinated and conducted in surface excavation sites in accordance with set standards. 4.2 Hazardous ground conditions are identified in surface excavations and appropriate action is taken to safeguard persons, machinery and equipment. 4.3 Plant, machinery, equipment and people are protected from rockbreaking activities. Range: Protection includes but is not limited to rockbreaking fumes and dust, evacuations, barricading, cordoning off. 4.4 Reports are compiled and submitted in accordance with legal and site-specific requirements. Integrated Assessment: Integrated assessment at the level of the qualification provides an opportunity for learners to show they are able to integrate concepts, actions and ideas achieved across a range of unit standards and contexts. Integrated assessment must evaluate the quality of observable performance as well as the thinking behind the performance, and must be based on a summative assessment guide. The guide will spell out how the assessor will assess different aspects of the performance and will include: It is necessary to ensure that the fundamental part of the qualification is also targeted to ensure that while the competence may have been achieved in a particular context, learners are able to apply it in a range of other contexts and for further learning. The assessment should also ensure that all the critical cross-field outcomes have been achieved. The learner may choose in which language s/he wants to be assessed. This should be established as part of a process of preparing the learner for assessment and familiarising the learner with the approach being taken. While this is primarily a workplace-based qualification, evidence from other areas of endeavour may be introduced if pertinent to any of the exit-level outcomes. The assessment process should cover both the explicit tasks required for the qualification as well as the understanding of the concepts and principles that underpin the activities associated with the quarrying rockbreaking. |
INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
The following approach was followed when conducting research for comparing against from qualifications elsewhere in the world:
Mining Regions: The summary focuses on economic and legal aspects such as mineral rights and licences, but is nevertheless a valuable resource in terms of looking for similar areas to the context in which the International Comparability is being conducted. North America: North America is the major producer of gold and silver. Raw mineral production in 1998 was valued at approximately US$ 70 billion. The industry employs approximately 1 million people. Major companies include Barrick, Newmont and Industrias Penoles. Europe: Europe is not a major mining centre. However, it has several established base metal mines in Scandinavia, Ireland and the Iberian Peninsula. Major companies include Boliden and Outokumpu. Asia: Asia is a major producer of base metals, PGE's, ferrous metals and coal. Most major producers are state controlled, but foreign investment is being encouraged, in particular by China, India and the CIS. South America: South America is a major producer of base and ferrous metals, in particular copper and iron ore. Major companies include Codelco, Barrick, CVRD, Newmont and Rio Tinto. Africa: Africa is a major producer of cobalt, gold, PGE's coal, iron ore, and diamonds. Mining accounts for a substantial proportion of several countries GDP's. Major companies include Anglo American, De Beers, Rio Tinto and BHP Billiton. Australasia: Australasia is a leading producer of iron ore, gold and base metals. Major companies include BHP Billiton and Rio Tinto. The training programmes and processes involved in these countries have largely been scrutinised from the perspective of the different models in blasting qualifications and competencies as reflected below. Blasting Qualifications and Competencies - Different Models: The core competencies in the NC: Rockbreaking Level 3 relate to rockbreaking or blasting, which would include aspects such as explosives handling, safety and environmental. The exercise revealed three main models worldwide: Typical requirements for a blasting ticket or licence under this model for South Africa would be the same as for Namibia. Qualifications for Blasting Certificates: (a) Has attained the age of 18 years. (b) Possesses a valid first aid certificate. (c) Has been examined by a medical practitioner and a medical certificate issued certifying that he or she is free from deafness, defective vision or any other infirmity, mental or physical, likely to interfere with his or her work. (d) Can read and write English. (e) Has had, at least, the following number of shifts experience, namely: > 300 shifts for an underground blasting certificate. > 120 shifts for an opencast blasting certificate. Learners or candidates in these countries (United States of America, Namibia and India) do not achieve formal qualifications, but will undergo workplace-based training either under the auspices of the employer or those of training providers specialising in that particular field. The South African context requires the completion of a formal qualification to be registered as a blaster. Malaysia; Training Course for Shotfirers: The institute of Quarrying in Malaysia - is a Branch of the Institute of Quarrying United Kingdom and conducts the following course "training course for shot-firers" that ensures fully qualified, skilful and competent shot-firers officially recognised throughout Malaysia. Training Modules Include: In more modern (outcomes based) systems, learners achieve outcomes or vocationally based qualifications which then enable them to be "accredited" as blasters or shotfirers. Due to the legal (and security) implications associated with explosives, there may be other legal requirements relating to individuals, such as criminal records and mental stability. The principles of "currency of competence" and "continuous development" is also generally applied to holders of this qualification. Qualifications found in this regard include: Relevant Standards include: Australia; Australia - Certificate III in Extractive Industries Operations: Relevant Standards Include: United Kingdom; NVQ Blasting Operations, NVQ Shotfiring Operations - Quarries: Relevant Standards Include: Transition from the traditional blasting system to the modern system: In a number of countries, there is currently a transition from the traditional system to the modern system, in which a dual system is in place or will be in place once the qualifications being developed are registered or endorsed in terms of the relevant bodies. Transitional arrangements typically entail a phasing out of the traditional blasting licences in terms of new applicants, and then a cut-off date beyond which no further applications will be accepted. Parallel to this the new qualification will be phased in and from a specific date will then become a prerequisite for the issuing of a blasting licence or permit. Holders of current licences are treated in one of the following ways: Exemption from the new qualification (i.e. the current licence remains valid (e.g. South Africa). The blasting licence and qualification were subjected to a comparative analysis and deemed to be sufficiently similar in intent and content. Conclusion: From the above it can be concluded that the envisaged NC: Rockbreaking: Surface Excavations is in line with current international best practice models. Moreover, the qualification effectively provides for both holders of current blasting licences who may wish to convert or top up to the new qualification. The NC: Rockbreaking is in line with similar qualifications in other countries in terms of intent and content. |
ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
This qualification allows for both vertical and horizontal articulation.
Vertical Articulation exists with: Horizontal Articulation exists with: |
MODERATION OPTIONS |
CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS |
Assessors should be in possession of:
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REREGISTRATION HISTORY |
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. |
NOTES |
This qualification replaces the following qualifications:
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UNIT STANDARDS: |
ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS | |
Core | 115101 | Address workplace hazards and risks | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
Core | 116520 | Apply safety, health and environmental principles and procedures in a workplace | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 2 |
Core | 257036 | Demonstrate a basic understanding of explosives and accessories | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 2 |
Core | 257033 | Demonstrate an understanding of support methods in surface mines and quarries | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
Core | 116533 | Demonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of emergency preparedness and response | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 2 |
Core | 257055 | Identify and demarcate misfires in a surface excavation | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 2 |
Core | 257022 | Make up primer and charge holes | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 2 |
Core | 244378 | Receive, handle, store and issue explosives and accessories at a workplace | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 2 |
Core | 257058 | Time and connect blast initiating systems | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 2 |
Core | 116534 | Carry out basic first aid treatment in the workplace | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 2 |
Core | 257037 | Carry out secondary breaking using explosives in surface excavations | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 11 |
Core | 257023 | Co-ordinate drilling and blasting operations | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 10 |
Core | 230010 | Demonstrate knowledge of the geological nature of surface extraction sites | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 6 |
Core | 257078 | Examine and make safe blasted Surface excavations | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 5 |
Core | 257016 | Examine and make safe non-blasted surface excavations | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 4 |
Core | 257059 | Prepare and mark off work area for drilling | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 3 |
Core | 257057 | Read and interpret surface excavation plans | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 2 |
Fundamental | 119472 | Accommodate audience and context needs in oral/signed communication | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 5 |
Fundamental | 9010 | Demonstrate an understanding of the use of different number bases and measurement units and an awareness of error in the context of relevant calculations | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 2 |
Fundamental | 9013 | Describe, apply, analyse and calculate shape and motion in 2-and 3-dimensional space in different contexts | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 4 |
Fundamental | 119457 | Interpret and use information from texts | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 5 |
Fundamental | 9012 | Investigate life and work related problems using data and probabilities | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 5 |
Fundamental | 119467 | Use language and communication in occupational learning programmes | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 5 |
Fundamental | 7456 | Use mathematics to investigate and monitor the financial aspects of personal, business and national issues | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 5 |
Fundamental | 119465 | Write/present/sign texts for a range of communicative contexts | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 5 |
Elective | 257030 | Assist blasting operations | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
Elective | 256997 | Break rock using a hydraulic rock breaker | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 13 |
Elective | 10490 | Carry out secondary breaking by mechanical means | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
Elective | 14788 | Contribute to maintenance of equipment | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 18 |
Elective | 244376 | Cut mild steel by means of an Oxy-acetylene cutting torch | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
Elective | 257040 | De-water blast holes using vehicle mounted de-watering pump | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
Elective | 256998 | Deliver compressed air using a mobile electrical compressor | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
Elective | 253025 | Demonstrate knowledge and ability to work in a surface mine | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
Elective | 257021 | Doze material using a rubber wheel dozer | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 14 |
Elective | 116632 | Drill holes for blasting and/or splitting dimension stone blocks using a mechanised drill rig | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 6 |
Elective | 116658 | Drill intersecting holes for diamond wire sawing | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 7 |
Elective | 230011 | Drill medium diameter blast holes using an hydraulic or pneumatic drilling rig and compressor | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 5 |
Elective | 230020 | Drill small diameter blast holes using a percussion drilling rig and compressor | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 5 |
Elective | 257024 | Haul and dump material using a haul truck | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 11 |
Elective | 257077 | Illuminate an area using a lighting plant | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 2 |
Elective | 257042 | Install and maintain an initiating system in a surface mine | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 2 |
Elective | 10760 | Join a conveyor belt by means of mechanical clips | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 2 |
Elective | 253582 | Lift and move a load using manual lifting equipment and tackle | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
Elective | 257034 | Load and offload material using a skid steer loader | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 9 |
Elective | 257031 | Load, Haul and Dump material using a front end loader | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 16 |
Elective | 257035 | Load, haul and dump material using a scraper | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 12 |
Elective | 257019 | Load, transport and place explosives components into blast holes using a mixer-placer truck | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 6 |
Elective | 10458 | Mill materials in a dry process mill utilising grinding materials | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 22 |
Elective | 256995 | Move trailing cable using cable reeler | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
Elective | 230018 | Operate a mixer-placer explosives truck | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 6 |
Elective | 10470 | Operate Programmable Logic Control (PLC) Systems | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 5 |
Elective | 14911 | Participate in formal meetings | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
Elective | 12484 | Perform basic fire fighting | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
Elective | 12208 | Perform lubrication on production machinery | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
Elective | 257029 | Pump water using a De-watering Pump | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
Elective | 257018 | Relocate machines and equipment using a lowbed | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 10 |
Elective | 116625 | Split dimension stone blocks by means of non explosive methods | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
Elective | 257060 | Suppress dust using a water bowser | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 10 |
Elective | 257015 | Transport and distribute explosives by means of a light duty explosives vehicle | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
Elective | 257017 | Transport and distribute explosives using a heavy-duty explosives vehicle | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 2 |
Elective | 257135 | Transport and distribute fuel using a Fuel Bowser | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
Elective | 257020 | Transport material and equipment using a flat back truck | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 10 |
Elective | 257025 | Transport personnel, material and equipment using Light Delivery Vehicle | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
Elective | 116937 | Use a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based spreadsheet application to create and edit spreadsheets | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
Elective | 117924 | Use a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based word processor to format documents | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 5 |
Elective | 257038 | Use a track dozer to move material | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 14 |
Elective | 252234 | Work in mineral product silos and bins for operational or maintenance purposes | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
Elective | 13912 | Apply knowledge of self and team in order to develop a plan to enhance team performance | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 5 |
Elective | 257041 | Bar down loose rocks using appropriate equipment | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 4 |
Elective | 257039 | Blast materials in Surface excavations | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 15 |
Elective | 257095 | Carry out basic surveying and calculations in surface excavations | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 8 |
Elective | 110218 | Collect, store and issue explosives from a surface magazine | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 10 |
Elective | 116614 | Conduct blasting operations in dimension stone quarries | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 15 |
Elective | 230013 | Conduct face profiling and blast hole surveys | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 6 |
Elective | 230019 | Demonstrate and apply knowledge of dimension stone quality and geology to block extraction | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 21 |
Elective | 116627 | Demonstrate basic understanding of dimension stone geology and mineralogy | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 16 |
Elective | 244422 | Demonstrate knowledge of the most common harmful gases and vapours | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 4 |
Elective | 257026 | Drill blast holes in a surface mining operation | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 15 |
Elective | 257076 | Excavate and load material using hydraulic excavator | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 26 |
Elective | 257115 | Grade material using a motor grader | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 14 |
Elective | 9719 | Grind material by means of a rod mill | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 10 |
Elective | 116626 | Handle dimension stone blocks by means of front end loader | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 13 |
Elective | 257027 | Install support in surface mines and quarries | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 7 |
Elective | 257032 | Load material using a face shovel | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 26 |
Elective | 116663 | Make saw cuts by means of diamond wire saw | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 15 |
Elective | 260984 | Manufacture explosives on-site for surface excavations | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 8 |
Elective | 10459 | Operate materials handling plant | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 8 |
Elective | 257028 | Operate Tractor Loader Backhoe | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 13 |
Elective | 117877 | Perform one-to-one training on the job | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 4 |
Elective | 256996 | Relocate material using a dragline | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 26 |
Elective | 257056 | Remove hazardous ground by means of blasting | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 4 |
Elective | 230017 | Carry out blasting environmental testing | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | 6 |
Elective | 257075 | Design blasts for surface excavations | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | 24 |
Elective | 242810 | Manage Expenditure against a budget | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | 6 |
LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: |
When qualifications are replaced, some (but not all) of their learning programmes are moved to the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replaced qualification. |
NONE |
PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: |
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. | AVENG (AFRICA) (PTY) LTD |
2. | BANA BA THARI MINING TRANING AND DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY |
3. | BAS COACHING,TRAINING,MARKETING |
4. | COLLIERY TRAINING COLLEGE (PTY) LTD |
5. | CONCOR PROJECTS PTY LTD |
6. | DEI GRATIA TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT SOLUTION |
7. | ELITE OPERATOR AND SKILLS TRAINING |
8. | EXXARO COAL (PTY) LTD |
9. | FOSKOR (PTY) LTD |
10. | GLENCORE OPERATIONS SOUTH AFRICA PTY LTD |
11. | KOLOMELA MINE |
12. | Kumba Sishen HRD Centre |
13. | MEDIRO TRAINING ACADEMY (PTY) LTD |
14. | MMTI Holdings |
15. | MOOLMANS SOUTH AFRICA |
16. | PALABORA COPPER (PTY) LTD |
17. | PMC TRAINING CONSULTANTS AND ASSOCIATES (PTY) LTD |
18. | POWERGATE TRAINING PTY LTD |
19. | PPC Ltd |
20. | PRISMA TRAINING SOLUTIONS (PTY) LTD |
21. | PROGRESSIVE TRAINING DEVELOPMENT AND PROJECTS (PTY) LTD |
22. | SENZEKO EXECUTIVE RISK CC |
23. | THE BENEFICIATION ACADEMY |
24. | TOTAL COVERAGE CONSULTING |
25. | XTRACT TRAINING SERVICES (SA)(PTY)LTD |
26. | ZULEK TRAINING SPECIALISTS |
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