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

Keep the work area safe and productive 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
13220  Keep the work area safe and productive 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Vehicle Maintenance 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology Manufacturing and Assembly 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 2  NQF Level 02  8 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2026-06-30   2029-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
The skills, values and knowledge reflected in this unit standard are required by people in the field of manufacturing and engineering.
The learning outcomes in this unit standard also contribute to the exit level outcomes required for various manufacturing and engineering qualifications.
Qualifying learners can keep their work area safe and productive when carrying out their work duties. They can demonstrate an understanding of safety requirements, procedures and equipment. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
This unit standard has been designed as part of a progression. It is one of a series of unit standards for safety, health and environmental protection in the field of manufacturing and engineering. 

UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
The scope and level of this unit standard is determined by the ranges as indicated under the specific outcomes. 

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
Discuss and explain the purpose of safety equipment and procedures 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. An understanding of safety issues at work is demonstrated. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations are given in a clear manner using appropriate examples from the learner's own experience
Understanding confirmed
Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
1. Safety equipment and procedures
2. Potential/actual hazards in work area
3. Demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits, first aid stations
4. Personal protective equipment
5. Housekeeping duties and methods 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
2. All work is undertaken in a safe manner according to established procedures. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations are given in a clear manner using appropriate examples from the learner's own experience
Understanding confirmed
Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
1. Safety equipment and procedures
2. Potential/actual hazards in work area
3. Demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits, first aid stations
4. Personal protective equipment
5. Housekeeping duties and methods 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
3. Work area is in a neat and tidy condition. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations are given in a clear manner using appropriate examples from the learner's own experience
Understanding confirmed
Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
1. Safety equipment and procedures
2. Potential/actual hazards in work area
3. Demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits, first aid stations
4. Personal protective equipment
5. Housekeeping duties and methods 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
4. Reports on safety issues are made as required. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations are given in a clear manner using appropriate examples from the learner's own experience
Understanding confirmed
Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
1. Safety equipment and procedures
2. Potential/actual hazards in work area
3. Demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits, first aid stations
4. Personal protective equipment
5. Housekeeping duties and methods 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
Identify and explain the purpose of demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits and first aid stations 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. An understanding of safety issues at work is demonstrated. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations are given in a clear manner using appropriate examples from the learner's own experience
Understanding confirmed
Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
1. Safety equipment and procedures
2. Potential/actual hazards in work area
3. Demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits, first aid stations
4. Personal protective equipment
5. Housekeeping duties and methods 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
2. All work is undertaken in a safe manner according to established procedures. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations are given in a clear manner using appropriate examples from the learner's own experience
Understanding confirmed
Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
1. Safety equipment and procedures
2. Potential/actual hazards in work area
3. Demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits, first aid stations
4. Personal protective equipment
5. Housekeeping duties and methods 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
3. Work area is in a neat and tidy condition. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations are given in a clear manner using appropriate examples from the learner's own experience
Understanding confirmed
Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
1. Safety equipment and procedures
2. Potential/actual hazards in work area
3. Demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits, first aid stations
4. Personal protective equipment
5. Housekeeping duties and methods 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
4. Reports on safety issues are made as required. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations are given in a clear manner using appropriate examples from the learner's own experience
Understanding confirmed
Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
1. Safety equipment and procedures
2. Potential/actual hazards in work area
3. Demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits, first aid stations
4. Personal protective equipment
5. Housekeeping duties and methods 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
Use personal protective equipment 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. An understanding of safety issues at work is demonstrated. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations are given in a clear manner using appropriate examples from the learner's own experience
Understanding confirmed
Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
1. Safety equipment and procedures
2. Potential/actual hazards in work area
3. Demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits, first aid stations
4. Personal protective equipment
5. Housekeeping duties and methods 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
2. All work is undertaken in a safe manner according to established procedures. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations are given in a clear manner using appropriate examples from the learner's own experience
Understanding confirmed
Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
1. Safety equipment and procedures
2. Potential/actual hazards in work area
3. Demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits, first aid stations
4. Personal protective equipment
5. Housekeeping duties and methods 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
3. Work area is in a neat and tidy condition. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations are given in a clear manner using appropriate examples from the learner's own experience
Understanding confirmed
Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
1. Safety equipment and procedures
2. Potential/actual hazards in work area
3. Demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits, first aid stations
4. Personal protective equipment
5. Housekeeping duties and methods 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
4. Reports on safety issues are made as required. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations are given in a clear manner using appropriate examples from the learner's own experience
Understanding confirmed
Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
1. Safety equipment and procedures
2. Potential/actual hazards in work area
3. Demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits, first aid stations
4. Personal protective equipment
5. Housekeeping duties and methods 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
Perform housekeeping duties in work area 
OUTCOME RANGE 
Housekeeping includes general cleaning and lifting, pulling, wheeling, positioning and storing of materials, objects, tools and equipment. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. An understanding of safety issues at work is demonstrated. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations are given in a clear manner using appropriate examples from the learner's own experience
Understanding confirmed
Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
1. Safety equipment and procedures
2. Potential/actual hazards in work area
3. Demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits, first aid stations
4. Personal protective equipment
5. Housekeeping duties and methods 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
2. All work is undertaken in a safe manner according to established procedures. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations are given in a clear manner using appropriate examples from the learner's own experience
Understanding confirmed
Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
1. Safety equipment and procedures
2. Potential/actual hazards in work area
3. Demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits, first aid stations
4. Personal protective equipment
5. Housekeeping duties and methods 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
3. Work area is in a neat and tidy condition. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations are given in a clear manner using appropriate examples from the learner's own experience
Understanding confirmed
Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
1. Safety equipment and procedures
2. Potential/actual hazards in work area
3. Demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits, first aid stations
4. Personal protective equipment
5. Housekeeping duties and methods 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
4. Reports on safety issues are made as required. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations are given in a clear manner using appropriate examples from the learner's own experience
Understanding confirmed
Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
1. Safety equipment and procedures
2. Potential/actual hazards in work area
3. Demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits, first aid stations
4. Personal protective equipment
5. Housekeeping duties and methods 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
Identify and respond to unsafe or potentially unsafe conditions, incidents or acts that may occur 
OUTCOME NOTES 
Identify and respond to unsafe or potentially unsafe conditions, incidents or acts that may occur while working. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. An understanding of safety issues at work is demonstrated. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations are given in a clear manner using appropriate examples from the learner's own experience
Understanding confirmed
Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
1. Safety equipment and procedures
2. Potential/actual hazards in work area
3. Demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits, first aid stations
4. Personal protective equipment
5. Housekeeping duties and methods 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
2. All work is undertaken in a safe manner according to established procedures. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations are given in a clear manner using appropriate examples from the learner's own experience
Understanding confirmed
Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
1. Safety equipment and procedures
2. Potential/actual hazards in work area
3. Demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits, first aid stations
4. Personal protective equipment
5. Housekeeping duties and methods 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
3. Work area is in a neat and tidy condition. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations are given in a clear manner using appropriate examples from the learner's own experience
Understanding confirmed
Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
1. Safety equipment and procedures
2. Potential/actual hazards in work area
3. Demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits, first aid stations
4. Personal protective equipment
5. Housekeeping duties and methods 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
4. Reports on safety issues are made as required. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations are given in a clear manner using appropriate examples from the learner's own experience
Understanding confirmed
Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
1. Safety equipment and procedures
2. Potential/actual hazards in work area
3. Demarcated areas, emergency stops, exits, first aid stations
4. Personal protective equipment
5. Housekeeping duties and methods 


UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
The assessment will be governed by the policies and guidelines of the MERSETA Education and Training Quality Assuror (ETQA) who has jurisdiction over this field of learning.
The assessor will (at the very least) be accredited and have a technical qualification in this learning area.
The learner can be assessed in the language of his/her choice although if s/he has to report incidents or conditions to some one else, s/he will be assessed on his/her ability to report in the language commonly used in the working environment.
The learner will be assessed in the workplace or by simulation, but can submit documents, projects, test results and assignments that are not produced in the workplace or by the RPL process.
The learner can be assessed against this unit standard to obtain credits or as part of an integrated assessment for a qualification. 

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
1. Names & functions of:
  • Safety equipment
  • Personal protective equipment

    2. Purpose of:
  • Keeping work area safe
  • Performing housekeeping duties

    3. Attributes, descriptions, characteristics & properties:
  • Demarcated areas
  • Emergency stops
  • Exits
  • First aid stations

    4. Cause and effect, implications of:
  • Implications of an untidy work area
  • Implications of not following safety procedures

    5. Procedures and techniques:
  • For using personal protective equipment

    6. Regulations, legislation, agreements, policies, standards:
  • Applicable safety, health and environmental legislation

    7. Relationships, systems:
  • Relationship between a safe working area and productive work 
    		•


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems:
  • Related to potential or actual safety hazards 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others:
  • To keep work area safe 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage myself and my activities:
  • To ensure good housekeeping standards are maintained in work area 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information:
  • To determine actual or potential safety hazards 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems:
  • Discuss the impact of a safe working area on productivity 
    		•

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

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  49402   National Certificate in Steel Tube and Pipe Manufacturing (Seamless Hot-Finished OR Welded OR Cold-Formed)  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2012-06-30  MERSETA 
    Core  64709   National Certificate: Automotive Body Repair  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Core  65809   National Certificate: Automotive Manufacturing and Assembly  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Core  78523   National Certificate: Automotive Repair and Maintenance  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Core  49689   National Certificate: Automotive Repair and Maintenance  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2008-11-30  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Core  64410   National Certificate: Automotive Spray Painting  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Core  57878   National Certificate: CNC Production Machining  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Core  58860   National Certificate: Electro-Mechanical Winding  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Core  49605   National Certificate: Environmental Practice  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  LG SETA 
    Core  23257   National Certificate: Industrial Rubber Manufacturing: Mixing OR Extruding OR Moulding OR Calendaring  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2011-02-16  MERSETA 
    Core  59689   National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Core  23273   National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Fitting  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-06-25  MERSETA 
    Core  23254   National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Fitting and Machining  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-06-25  MERSETA 
    Core  23277   National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Machining  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-06-25  MERSETA 
    Core  59729   National Certificate: Mechanical Handling (Rigging)  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Core  22770   National Certificate: Mechatronics  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2009-07-29  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Core  67629   National Certificate: Mechatronics  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Core  20888   National Certificate: Plastics Manufacturing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2005-06-12  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Core  49450   National Certificate: Plastics Manufacturing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Core  36154   National Certificate: Polymer Composite Fabrication  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Core  79408   National Certificate: Polymer Compound Manufacturing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Core  57900   National Certificate: Printing and Manufacture of Packaging  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2015-06-30  FPMSETA 
    Core  58781   National Certificate: Production Technology  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Core  48800   National Certificate: Quality Checking and Finishing of Manufactured Tyres  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Core  50542   National Certificate: Small Craft Construction  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2009-08-31  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Core  24215   National Certificate: Thermoplastic Fabrication  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Core  59017   National Certificate: Tissue Conversion  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2015-06-30  FPMSETA 
    Core  48793   National Certificate: Tyre and Tyre Component Manufacturing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Core  61809   National Certificate: Tyre Repair and Maintenance  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Core  58951   National Certificate: Water and Wastewater Treatment Process Operations  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  EWSETA 
    Core  77003   National Certificate: Yacht and Boat Building  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  24455   National Certificate: Servicing Vehicles  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2005-11-30  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
    This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.
     
    1. A4 Consultancy CC 
    2. Amabamba Recruitment 
    3. Buena Vista Learning Academy 
    4. Buyisiwe Management Services (Pty) Ltd 
    5. Edutraining Business College 
    6. Fire Protection Association of Southern Africa 
    7. Giamanje TVET College 
    8. Glentech Innovative Design Concepts 
    9. Growth Management Consulting 
    10. Jobafrik Consulting 
    11. Josmap Training Institute 
    12. Kay Beez Development Projects 
    13. Mcebo Technologies 
    14. Nokusho M Consulting and Trading 
    15. Paramount Training Academy 
    16. Pebetse Training and Consulting 
    17. Phumelela Sisonke African Foundation 
    18. Progressive School of Business and Engineering (Pty) 
    19. Simmek Holdings 
    20. Starplex 489 cc 
    21. Tachfin Holdings 
    22. Tasc Business Consulting and Training 
    23. Thando Consulting Services 
    24. Timothy Fasheun Group Enviromentors (Pty) Ltd 
    25. Tloumogale Business Development & Consulting 
    26. Transafric Consulting Pty Ltd 
    27. UNIVERSITY OF BUSINESS EXCELLENCE(PTY)LTD 
    28. University of Venda 


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