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Apply principles of pulp and papermaking to work practices

Apply principles of pulp and papermaking to work practices

Unit of competency
National Code
PPMIND201
State Code
ODT52
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/02/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/05/2022
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
31/05/2022
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and apply the principles of pulp and paper manufacturing processes to work practices.The unit applies to individuals who work in operational roles in the pulp and/or paper manufacturing industry under general supervision and guidance from others. They require technical knowledge in particular areas of the pulp and paper manufacturing process, together with a working knowledge of related areas.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Access information on pulp and paper manufacturing process
  • 1.1 Identify stages of pulp and paper manufacturing process
  • 1.2 Identify range of fibre sources, properties and processes for preparing pulp
  • 1.3 Identify paper types and properties and processes used for papermaking
  • 1.4 Recognise key developments in papermaking processes, materials and machinery that have led to improvements and efficiencies in pulp and paper manufacturing
2. Identify and apply information of manufacturing process to work practices
  • 2.1 Identify information requirements for work practices within scope of role
  • 2.2 Identify information required to be exchanged between different stages of manufacturing process
  • 2.3 Use key industry terms and knowledge of manufacturing process to facilitate communication and work tasks
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