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SAQA Qualification · 112263
Brush Hand
R49 100
(Once-off Institutional License Fee)
Professional Role & Capability Blueprint
- Target Designation
- Certified Brush Hand Practitioner
- Competency Focus
- Master specialised practical applications, safety criteria, and regulatory mandates required of a qualified Brush Hand.
- Academic Weight
- Full national recognition at NQF Level 2 yielding 182 credits upon successful PoE verification.
Strategic Institutional Purpose
- Audit Objective
- Formulated to systematically bridge operational skills deficits under the governing CHIETA quality matrix.
- Value Proposition
- Equips your workforce with measurable, legally compliant skills to optimise productivity, satisfy Workplace Skills Plans (WSP), and unlock maximum B-BBEE scorecard weight.
Who is this for
Who should enrol? Entry-level workers, school leavers, or career changers who want to gain foundational skills. The Brush Hand welcomes learners from diverse backgrounds, including those with limited formal education but relevant practical experience. The flexible learning approach ensures that everyone can progress at their own pace while achieving the same high standard of competence.
Qualification Rules · Module Matrix
Official SAQA module breakdown parsed from the qualification's registered rules.
Knowledge Modules (KM)
39 crTheory · 4 modules
- 643101-000-007 cr
KM-02, Safety, Health and the Environment
NQF Level 2
- 643101-000-0016 cr
KM-03, Scaffolding, Working at Heights, Fall Protection Systems and Ladders
NQF Level 2
- 643101-000-007 cr
KM-04, Substrates and Substrate Preparation
NQF Level 2
- 643101-000-009 cr
KM-07, Paint, Paint Technology and Paint Application
NQF Level 2
Practical Skill Modules (PM)
47 crApplied · 6 modules
- 643101-000-005 cr
PM-01, Work Safely and Respond to Emergencies
NQF Level 2
- 643101-000-004 cr
PM-02, Work at Heights
NQF Level 2
- 643101-000-008 cr
PM-03, Erect and Dismantle Scaffolding, and Use Ladders
NQF Level 2
- 643101-000-002 cr
PM-04, Use Hand Tools
NQF Level 2
- 643101-000-008 cr
PM-06, Prepare Substrates for Painting Using Hand Tools
NQF Level 2
- 643101-000-0020 cr
PM-08, Paint Substrates Using Basic Painting Skills
NQF Level 2
Work Experience Modules (WM)
192 crSite · 8 modules
- 643101-000-008 cr
WM-01, Processes to implement fall protection plans and install lifelines
NQF Level 2
- 643101-000-0012 cr
WM-02, Processes to erect and dismantle access scaffolding up to 6m
NQF Level 2
- 643101-000-0028 cr
WM-03, Decorative substrate preparation, using hand tools
NQF Level 2
- 643101-000-0048 cr
WM-07, Painting of decorative substrates using brushes, rollers and trowels
NQF Level 2
- 643101-000-008 cr
WM-01, Processes to implement fall protection plans and install lifelines
NQF Level 2
- 643101-000-0012 cr
WM-02, Processes to erect and dismantle access scaffolding up to 6m
NQF Level 2
- 643101-000-0028 cr
WM-04, Industrial substrate preparation, using hand tools
NQF Level 2
- 643101-000-0048 cr
WM-08, Painting of industrial substrates using brushes, rollers and trowels
NQF Level 2
Official SAQA Curriculum
Source of truth · SAQA ID 112263 · Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology › Manufacturing and Assembly
Purpose▾
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Brush hand. A Brush Hand must be able to prepare substrates using hand tools, and use brushes, rollers, trowels and rakes to paint substrates, and inspect and use ladders. A Brush Hand operates in either a decorative or industrial painting environment. The learner will complete the applicable work experience modules depending on the context in which they find themselves.
Rationale▾
This qualification equips learners with the necessary skills and competence to operate as Brush Hands in either a decorative or industrial context. Most of the people employed to carry out painting work in the industry are Brush Hands. Essentially, these people work under the instruction of an Assistant Painter or Painter to carry-out basic painting tasks, using brushes, rollers, trowels and rakes. Typically, learners would be school leavers with an NQF Level 1 qualification or learners who have not had access to structured painting training programmes and with no formal recognised competencies. This part qualification will empower Brush Hands to obtain recognition and give them the level of skills that will increase their opportunities for employment and expertise. Employers will benefit as competent Brush Hands will contribute positively to the productivity of the organisation, especially since mostly Brush Hands are employed in the painting sector.
Learning Assumed to be in Place & RPL▾
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): RPL for access to the external integrated summative assessment: Accredited providers and approved workplaces must apply the internal assessment criteria specified in the related curriculum document to establish and confirm prior learning. Accredited providers and workplaces must confirm prior learning by issuing a statement of result or certifying a work experience record. RPL for access to the qualification: Accredited providers and approved workplaces may recognise prior learning against the relevant access requirements. Entry Requirements: NQF Level 1 qualification with Mathematics.
Exit Level Outcomes▾
- Prepare substrates using hand tools.
- Paint substrates using basic painting skills.
Qualification 112263 · Curriculum Architecture
Occupational Certificate: Brush Hand · NQF Level 2 (182 Credits)
Three Curriculum Pillars
Knowledge Modules
Classroom & E-Learning
- Facilitated lectures & self-study
- Written question banks
- Formative comprehension checks
Practical Skill Modules
Simulated Line Tasks
- Simulated line tasks
- Observation rubrics
- Structured task sheets
Work Experience Modules
On-the-Job Production
- On-the-job rotation
- Mentor logbooks
- Workplace sign-offs
Evidence & Audit Pipeline
Learner Portfolio of Evidence (PoE)Owner · Candidate▾
Admin & Registration
ID, learner contract, induction pack, POPIA consent.
Knowledge Evidence
Written assessments & question banks — KM-01 to KM-07.
Practical Evidence
Task sheets, observation rubrics, assessor photos.
Workplace Evidence
Logbooks, mentor sign-offs, supervisor letters.
Assessor Master FileOwner · Registered Assessor▾
Assessment Reports
Judgements, learner feedback, remediation agreements, appeals log.
Internal Moderation & Quality FileOwner · Moderator / SDP▾
Moderation Evidence
10% sampling matrix, HACCP/LOTO compliance sheets, SDP sign-off.
Final Accreditation Gateway
Issued by the accredited Skills Development Provider once internal moderation is signed off.
Provider submits declaration + PoE to the Assessment Quality Partner (AQP).
QCTO awards the SAQA-registered certificate on successful EISA outcome.
Learning Material Stack
Start-to-Exit Moderation Timeline
- 1
Pre-Delivery Setup
Facilitator induction, learner enrolment forms, baseline assessment, PoE folder issue. Alignment matrix stamped.
- 2
Delivery & Formative Moderation
Modular rollout with formative assessments per KM/PM. Internal moderator reviews evidence weekly; feedback loop before summatives.
- 3
Summative & External Moderation
Summative assessments captured, PoE finalised, submitted for external moderation. Certification uploaded to the SETA/QCTO.
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We author your Quality Management System — policies, procedures, records, matrices — mapped to your accreditation scope. From R18,500.
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External moderation dry-run on your PoE + delivery pack. Written report with fixes before your real audit. From R4,900.
Book Moderation SessionClassroom Transformation Blueprint
Broken Standard
- 📄Photocopied guides with mismatched outcomes
- ❔Missing formative/summative assessments
- ⚠️No SETA alignment matrix — audit fails
- 🎲Facilitators improvise Brush Hand delivery
- 🕳️PoE gaps flagged in moderation
i2Graduates Transformation
- ✓4 KM + 6 PM + 8 WM modules mapped to NQF Level 2
- ✓Pre-validated assessment bank per module
- ✓CHIETA alignment matrix included
- ✓Facilitator scripts + learner activities per credit
- ✓PoE templates that survive external moderation
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