Draft Unit Standard
Maintain and repair bins, pallets and cartons
NQF Level
: 2
Credit(s)
: 2
Field
: NSB 01: Agriculture and Nature Conservation
Sub-Field
: Secondary Agriculture
SGB Name
: SGB Secondary Agriculture: Processing
PURPOSE STATEMENT:
Learners who demonstrate competence as described in the outcomes of this unit standard
will be able to repair and maintain bins, pallets and cartons to accepted standards of quality
and serviceability. Learners are be able to:
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Plan and schedule work activities
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Ensure the availability of functional tools and equipment
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Ensure the availability of material and consumables required
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Repair and maintain bins and/or pallets
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE:
Learners accessing this unit standard will have demonstrated competence against numeracy
and literacy at NQF level 1.
SPECIFIC OUTCOMES AND ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
Specific Outcome 1:
Plan and schedule work activities
Assessment Criteria:
1.1
The bins, pallets and cartons are inspected for serviceability and conformance to
quality standards according to workplace standards
1.2
The volume and extent of repairs that must be undertaken is estimated and quantified
in man days
1.2
Daily targets are planned and agreed upon in terms of workplace requirements
Specific Outcome 2:
Ensure the availability of functional tools and equipment
Assessment Criteria:
2.1
Tools and equipment is required are selected and inspected for functionality and safe
operation
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Assessment Criterion Range:
The range includes all equipment used for repairing and maintaining wooden bins and pallets
such as basic hand tools, measuring tools, clamping tools and power tools
2.2
Unsafe, worn or malfunctioning tools, equipment and accessories are identified and
corrective action is taken according to worksite procedures
Assessment Criterion Range:
The range includes performing basic repairs such as lubrication, sharpening, replacement of
basic worn parts (blades, handles) and reporting of major unsafe, worn or malfunctioning
tools. The range excludes all repairs of power tools such as the repair of electrical
connections, stripping and assembly of power tools.
Specific Outcome 3:
Ensure the availability of material and consumables required
Assessment Criteria:
3.1
Material and consumable requirements are estimated in terms the job on hand
Assessment Criterion Range:
The range includes all materials and consumables required for repairs and maintenance
such as fasteners, replacement components, paint
3.2
Materials and consumables are ordered according to workplace procedures
3.3
Wastage and loss of materials and consumables are controlled according to
workplace standards
Specific Outcome 4:
Repair and maintain bins, pallets and cartons
Assessment Criteria:
4.1
Items are restored and finished to quality standards required by the workplace
4.2
Personal protective equipment is identified, selected, used and maintained according
to workplace procedures
4.3
Tools and equipment is correctly handled and used in terms of safety and
manufacturer specifications
4.4
Items are directed to storage according to workplace procedures
4.5
Tools and equipment are cleaned and placed in safe storage at the end of the shift
according to workplace procedures
4.6
Housekeeping routines and standards are maintained according to workplace
standards
4.7
Waste control and disposal measures are complied with according to workplace
standards
4.8
Records and documentation are kept and maintained according to standard
workplace procedures
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ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS:
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Assessors assessing learners against this unit standard must be registered as an
assessor with the relevant ETQA
An institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard
must be accredited as a provider through the relevant ETQA.
Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the
moderation guidelines in the relevant qualification and the agreed ETQA
procedures.
NOTES:
Critical cross-field outcomes
UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING
The learner is able to identify and solve problems in which responses display that
responsible decisions, using critical and creative thinking, have been made by:
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Identifying required repairs that will restore the items to full functionality
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Identifying worn or malfunctioning tools and equipment and taking the appropriate
action to correct the situation
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Identifying work situations that could create health and safety risks and addressing
these by taking the appropriate action
UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING
Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or community by:
 Maintaining sound relations with co-workers / learners
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING
Communicate effectively by using mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral
and/or written presentations by:
 Requesting materials and consumables required from stores
 Maintaining records on items repaired
 Keeping line management informed on work targets and progress
UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING
The learner is able to organise and manage himself and his activities responsibly and
effectively by:
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Setting work targets according to workplace requirements
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Ensuring the availability of required materials and consumables required
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Directing movement of repaired items to the appropriate storage areas
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING
Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information when:
 Monitoring work progress against work targets
 Identifying required repairs
UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE
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Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the
environment and health of others by:
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Maintaining a safe and productive work environment
UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING
Contribute to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic
development of the society at large.
Embedded Knowledge:
Embedded knowledge is reflected within the assessment criteria of each specific outcome.
The essential embedded knowledge included in the outcomes of this unit standard includes
but is not limited to:
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Quality standards of bins, pallets and cartons
Materials used for repairs
Tools and equipment used for repairs
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