Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
Pre-set sugar processing equipment is inspected, started up, monitored and shut down in accordance with operating procedures.
Minor equipment of pre-set sugar processing equipment is removed and fitted to meet changes in production specifications.
Production targets and required volumes of material processed by the pre-set equipment are met to achieve factory throughput targets.
Pre-set equipment is cleaned and cared for to meet equipment functionality standards.
Knowledge of sugar processing and technology the operation of pre-set equipment is applied to maintain the required operating parameters.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
Programmable equipment used in the processing of sugar are inspected, monitored and shut down in accordance with operating procedures.
Production targets and required volumes of material are processed by the programmable equipment are met to achieve factory throughput targets.
The supply of services and utilities required for the operation of programmable equipment is monitored and problems reported to maintain equipment functionality.
A constant flow and throughput of material is achieved in terms of required volumes and quality standards.
Knowledge of sugar processing and technology is applied during the operation, reading of instrumentation and the adjustment of settings of programmable equipment to achieve the required equipment operating parameters.
Cleaning cycles of programmable equipment are initiated and effectiveness monitored to maintain the integrity of the processing phase and the achievement of quality standards.
Production data is collected, analysed, interpreted and presented to maintain production data recording and reporting standards.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
A bank of equipment that functions in sequence is inspected, started up, monitored and shut down in accordance with operating procedures.
Material volumes and flow targets are met to ensure the achievement of factory throughput targets.
Knowledge of mechanical systems and sugar material handling is applied during the operation of a bank of equipment that functions in sequence to ensure factory throughput targets.
Equipment and mechanical systems are cleaned and cared for to maintain system integrity and functionality.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
Safety, health and environmental protection standards are met and potential risks are recognised and reported.
Personal protective equipment is selected, used and cared for and restrictive measures are adhered to, to minimise injuries and exposure to risks.
In-line quality samples are collected and visually inspected for compliance with set quality parameters.
Material sampling and sample handling practices are performed in accordance with prescribed procures and traceability requirements.
Knowledge of quality control and systems (HACCP) are applied to meet the related standards in a sugar mill.
In-line quality tests are conducted, the results interpreted and adjustments to equipment settings are made to minimise product re-work and risks of non-conforming product.
Various sources of quality related information (instrument/PLC readings, quality reports, sensory cues) is integrated to determine quality standards.
Laboratory quality reports are read with insight and used to make informed adjustment to the operating parameters of equipment.

Integrated Assessment:
Integrated formative assessment:
The skills development provider will use the curriculum to guide them on the stipulated internal assessment criteria and weighting. They will also apply the scope of practical skills and applied knowledge as stipulated by the internal assessment criteria. This formative assessment leads to entrance into the integrated external summative assessment.

Integrated summative assessment:
An external integrated summative assessment, conducted through the relevant Quality Council for Trades and Occupation (QCTO) Assessment Quality partner is required for the issuing of this qualification. The external integrated summative assessment will focus on the Exit Level Outcomes and Associated Assessment Criteria. QCTO registered assessors will complete a theoretical assessment at the place of work. The assessment must allow for oral assessment of learners, will include case studies and be in the structured as a multiple choice assessment. Assessors who did not take part in the internal assessment process will conduct all external assessments.