NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (VOCATIONAL) ENGINEERING FUNDAMENTALS NQF LEVEL 2 NOVEMBER 2009

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1 NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (VOCATIONAL) ENGINEERING FUNDAMENTALS NQF LEVEL 2 NOVEMBER 2009 ( ) 26 November (X-Paper) 09:00 12:00 This question paper consists of 7 pages.

2 ( ) -2- NC890(E)(N26)V TIME: 3 HOURS MARKS: 150 INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION Answer ALL the questions. Read ALL the questions carefully. Number the answers according to the numbering system used in this question paper. Write neatly and legibly.

3 ( ) -3- NC890(E)(N26)V QUESTION 1: SA MANUFACTURING, ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY 1.1 Name FOUR main categories of careers in manufacturing, engineering and technology. (4) 1.2 Unsafe conditions cause approximately 10% of all work-related accidents. State FIVE unsafe conditions in the engineering workplace. (5) 1.3 Explain what a Code of Conduct is in an engineering workplace? (3) 1.4 Every employee expects a good quality work life. Name THREE elements of a good quality work life. (3) 1.5 List FIVE good work ethics for an engineering company. (5) 1.6 Give ONE reason why an employee would join a trade union. (2) 1.7 What is the purpose of the Labour Relations Act? (2)

4 ( ) -4- NC890(E)(N26)V 1.8 Choose a description from COLUMN B that matches an item in COLUMN A. Write only the letter (A P) next to the question number ( ) in the ANSWER BOOK. COLUMN A COLUMN B Code of Conduct A healthy work environment Labour Relations Act B being punctual Installation-based career Skills Development Act Maintenance-based career Employment Equity Act C D E an electrician installs cabling for a pedestal drilling machine a miner works underground to mine gold a cabinet maker manufactures furniture Quality work life F a motor mechanic services a car Extraction-based career G unsafe condition Good work ethic Manufacturing-based career H I repair and assembly of electrical drives develop skills of workers Association of workers Basic Conditions of Employment Act Welder Overcrowding in the workshop Armature winder J K L M protects employees in all workplace situations in South Africa taking chances equity in the workplace a written set of rules explaining how workers must behave in the workplace Unsafe act N lays down rules for basic conditions of employment, such as hours of work, annual leave, et cetera O a trade union P security gates, oil rigs, pipelines, steel containers and structures (16 1) (16)

5 ( ) -5- NC890(E)(N26)V 1.9 Differentiate between the following: Extraction and maintenance-based careers (2 x 2) (4) Manufacturing and installation-based careers (2 x 2) (4) [48] QUESTION 2: SAFETY PRACTICES IN THE ENGINEERING WORKPLACE 2.1 Indicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE. Choose the answer and write only 'true' or 'false' next to the question number ( ) in the ANSWER BOOK Dusty, dirty floors and work surfaces are common signs of poor housekeeping. (1) Good housekeeping makes it difficult to keep an accurate count of stock. (1) Prohibitory signs are signs that tell workers, employees and visitors that they must wear protective clothing or equipment in this area. (1) Warning signs are signs that warn you about falling rocks, poison or explosive materials. (1) Follow the health and safety rules of your workplace. (1) Interlocking guards move into position as the machine or cycle is started. (1) Automatic guards are movable, with the moving part interconnected with the control system. (1) Safety boots protect hands. (1) Store dangerous chemicals in well-ventilated areas. (1) Gloves protect eyes. (1) Loose clothing is dangerous and untidy. (1) Another name for a fixed guard is an automatic guard. (1) 2.2 List FIVE important factors that should be kept in mind when working with chemicals. (5) 2.3 State FIVE important facts that are included in a report when reporting an unsafe act and condition. (5)

6 ( ) -6- NC890(E)(N26)V 2.4 Name FIVE common demarcation signs in the engineering workplace. (5) 2.5 Differentiate between interlocking guards and automatic guards. (4) 2.6 What is a fixed guard used for? (2) [33] QUESTION 3: BASIC FIRE-FIGHTING 3.1 Name TWO elements that must be present for a fire to keep burning. (2) 3.2 Why should water not be used to put out electrical fires? (2) 3.3 During a fire evacuation procedure, can one use the elevator to save time? Give ONE reason for the answer. (2) 3.4 The following steps on how to use a fire extinguisher are NOT in the correct order. Arrange and write them in the ANSWER BOOK in the correct order. Write only the answer next to the question number ( ) Squeeze the handle to release the extinguishing agent. (1) Move the extinguisher from side to side so that you cover the whole area. (1) Pull out the pin at the top of the extinguisher to break the seal. (1) Aim the extinguisher nozzle at the base (the bottom) of the flames. (1) 3.5 What is a Class C fire? (2) [12] QUESTION 4: BASIC FIRST AID 4.1 What is first aid? (3) 4.2 What is the primary duty of a first aider? (3) 4.3 Give TWO symptoms of shock. (2) 4.4 What is the most suitable way to prevent eye injuries in the workplace? (3)

7 ( ) -7- NC890(E)(N26)V 4.5 How is an injured person placed in the recovery position? State only TWO steps. (2 x 3) (6) 4.6 Differentiate between closed and open fractures. (2 x 3) (6) [23] QUESTION 5: HEALTH AND THE ENVIRONMENT 5.1 Briefly describe the following types of pollution: Soil pollution (1) Noise pollution (1) Water pollution (1) 5.2 State THREE ways in which factories may reduce pollution. (3 x 3) (9) 5.3 An engineering company has appointed you as their health and safety representative. State FIVE roles and responsibilities of a health and safety representative. (5 x 2) (10) 5.4 What information is provided in a safety procedure manual? (3) 5.5 What is the purpose of the Mine Health and Safety Act? (3) [34] TOTAL: 150