Occupational Certificate: Materials Recycler (Paper and Packaging Collector)
Development Quality Partner: PAMSA
SAQA QUAL ID: 103283
NQF Level 03
Minimum credits : 138
PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION
Purpose:
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Paper and Packaging Collector. A Paper and Packaging Collector establishes micro, small and medium sized business operations through the salvaging of materials from industrial commercial and private establishments and re-selling the materials.
The purpose of this qualification is to provide the learner with the necessary knowledge and skills in respect of paper recycling as well as introductory business management to potential entrepreneurs so that they can venture into the business environment as Small, Medium and Micro-sized Enterprises (SMMEs).
The focus is in promoting a culture of recycling and job creation by providing learners with the necessary knowledge and skills to:
Start their own small business.
Create efficiency in the collection, recycling and disposal of waste paper.