Subjects
To be awarded the 
PPM40216 Certificate IV in Papermaking Operations, competency must be achieved in ten (10) units of competency.
six (6) core units of competency
four(4) elective units of competency
All units within at least one Industry Specific group must be selected. Remaining electives may be selected from the Elective Units list and can include up to two (2) units from an endorsed Training Package or State/Territory accredited course.
CORE UNITS
PPMPRS320 Solve systemic problems in the workplace
TLIE4006A Collect, analyse and present workplace data and information
PPMWHS320 Maintain WHS processes
PPMQAS420 Co-ordinate in-process quality assurance
MEM12024A Perform computations
MSAENV472B Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
INDUSTRY SPECIFIC ELECTIVE UNITS
Chemical recovery operations
PPMREC440 Troubleshoot and rectify chemical recovery operations
Coated paper processes
PPMCPP440 Troubleshoot and rectify coated paper processes
Dry end operations
PPMDEO440 Troubleshoot and rectify dry end systems
Electrical power generation
PPMEPG440 Troubleshoot and rectify power generation system
Finishing and converting
PPMFCO340 Troubleshoot and rectify finishing and converting systems
Steam generation
PPMSTM440 Troubleshoot and rectify boiler plant systems
Wet end operations
PPMWEO440 Troubleshoot and rectify wet end systems
ELECTIVE UNITS
Some units in this group are either generic and/or considered suitable for both papermaking and pulping, thereby enhancing job transition and career progression.
Business support
PPMQAS430 Oversee quality assurance process
BSBCMM401 Make a presentation
BSBFLM305 Support operational plan
BSBFLM309 Support continuous improvement systems and processes
BSBFLM311 Support a workplace learning environment
BSBREL401 Establish networks
BSBRSK401 Identify risk and apply risk management processes
BSBLDR402 Lead effective workplace relationships
BSBLDR403 Promote team effectiveness
BSBWRK402A Empower workers
BSBWRK403A Communicate with workers
BSBWRK404A Promote equality of opportunity and fair treatment for all workers
BSBWRK406A Participate in the bargaining process
BSBWRK407A Provide advice to union members
BSBWRK408A Undertake negotiations
BSBWRK409 Prepare for and participate in dispute resolution
MSAPMSUP382A Provide coaching/mentoring in the workplace
Computers / process control equipment
PPMCSK310 Operate process control equipment
Coated paper processes
PPMCPP210 Monitor and control coated paper processes
PPMCPP320 Prepare and start up coated paper processes
PPMCPP330 Co-ordinate the shutdown of coated paper processes
Emergency procedures / safety
PPMWHS410 Identify, assess and control WHS risk in own work
BSBWHS402 Assist with compliance with WHS laws
BSBWHS403 Contribute to implementing and maintaining WHS consultation and participation processes
BSBWHS404 Contribute to WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control
BSBWHS405 Contribute to implementing and maintaining WHS management systems
BSBWHS510 Contribute to implementing emergency procedures
BSBWHS409 Assist with workplace monitoring processes
BSBWHS401 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements
MSAPMOHS110A Follow emergency response procedures
Environmental monitoring
PPMENV320 Monitor and control environmental hazards
First aid
MSAPMOHS220A Provide initial first aid response
Laboratory operations
MSL904001 Perform standard calibrations
Load shifting
PPMMHV210 Operate overhead crane
TLID2010 Operate a forklift
TLID3011 Conduct specialised forklift operations
TLID2013 Move materials mechanically using automated equipment
TLID3024 Use specialised liquid bulk transfer equipment (gravity/pressurised)
TLID2003 Handle dangerous goods/hazardous substances
TLID3031 Rig load
TLID3035 Operate a boom type elevating work platform
TLID2047 Prepare cargo for transfer with slings
Numeracy
PPMNUM43 Calculate and analyse production and financial performance
MSS404052 Apply statistics to operational processes
Planning and organising
PPMPLN420 Plan a complex activity
BSBADM405 Organise meetings
MEM14005A Plan a complete activity
MEM30020A Develop and manage a plan for a simple manufacturing related project
PSPPM402B Manage simple projects
Production support
PPMPRV320 Co-ordinate and direct clothing changes
MEM18011C Shut down and isolate machines/equipment
MSS403001A Implement competitive systems and practices
MSS403011A Facilitate implementation of competitive systems and practices
MSS403002A Ensure process improvements are sustained
MSS402020A Apply quick changeover procedures
MSS402040A Apply 5S procedures
MSS402050A Monitor process capability
MSS403032A Analyse manual handling processes
MSS403040A Facilitate and improve implementation of 5S
MSS403051A Mistake proof an operational process
Quality
MSAPMSUP400A Develop and monitor quality systems
Sustainability
MSACMT270A Use sustainable energy practices
MSACMT271A Use sustainable environmental practices
MSS014003A Optimise sustainability of a process or plant area
Training and assessment
TAEASS505A Lead and coordinate assessment systems and services
TAEDES502 Design and develop learning resources
TAEASS301 Contribute to assessment
TAEASS502 Develop assessment tools
TAEDEL401 Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning
TAEDEL402 Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace
TAEDEL404 Mentor in the workplace
TAEDES401 Design and develop learning programs
TAEDES402 Use training packages and accredited courses to meet client needs
TAETAS501 Undertake organisational training needs analysis
TAEASS401 Plan assessment activities and processes
TAEASS402B Assess competence
TAEASS403B Participate in assessment validation
Turbine operations
UEPOPS341A Shut down a steam turbine
UEPOPS411B Run up a steam turbine
WHS
PPMWHS420 Manage WHS processes