1. 1 Commissioned by PAMSA and German Technical Co-Operation National Certificate in Paper & Pulp Manufacturing NQF Level 4 Generate chlorine dioxide for pulp bleaching

2. 2 Commissioned by PAMSA and German Technical Co-Operation National Certificate in Paper & Pulp Manufacturing NQF Level 4 Generate chlorine dioxide for pulp bleaching ModulesTopics PE403Understanding the production of chlorine dioxide PE403Perform first line maintenance PE403Understanding the feedstock, intermediate and final products of the process PE403Understanding variations in the process PE403Implementing Standard Operating Procedures in the process Total Notional Hours PE403Applying SHE in the process PE403Understanding Operating Procedures in the process P&P4EL Basics of chlorine dioxide P&P4EL Maintenance P&P4EL SHE P&P4EL Standard Operating Procedures 90 30 33 51 30 15 300 Notional Hours

3. 3 Commissioned by PAMSA and German Technical Co-Operation National Certificate in Paper & Pulp Manufacturing NQF Level 4 Critical Cross-field Outcomes Identify and solve problems Work effectively with others Communicate effectively Organise and manage myself and my activities Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information Use science and technology effectively and critically Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems Use mathematics Learner and societal development PE403 Understanding the production of chlorine dioxide Be able to trace the material flow through the process Be able to identify each piece of equipment in this process Understand the purpose of this process and how it fits into the overall process Understand the fundamental operating principles of the process Understand the basic properties and characteristics of all chemicals used within this process US: PP003 Generate chlorine dioxide for pulp bleaching Understand the chemical reactions taking place in the process

4. 4 Commissioned by PAMSA and German Technical Co-Operation National Certificate in Paper & Pulp Manufacturing NQF Level 4 Topic Specification: PE403 The production of chlorine dioxide Learning ActivitiesTopic assessment criteria The assessor will observe and confirm that learners: Understand the purpose of this process and how it fits into the overall process Are able to identify each piece of equipment in this process Are able to trace the material flow through the process Understand the fundamental operating principles of the process Understand the basic properties and characteristics of all chemicals used within the process Understand the chemical reactions taking place in the process Assignment Description WHATWHAT HOW 1.Learners are provided with relevant plant and equipment information / manuals 2.Inspect the plant and determine the flow of material through the plant 3.Draw a block diagram to show where this process fits into the overall process, specifically noting suppliers and customers of this plant 4.Draw a basic layout sketch of this area 5.In a discussion with a plant specialist, identify: the purpose of the process the different equipment used in the process the fundamental operating principles of each piece of equipment and the total plant the basic properties and characteristics of all chemicals used within this process the chemical reactions taking place in the process 6.Learners complete a questionnaire to indicate findings Notional Hours 90 Individual or group training. Do self study to develop key plant operation questions. Answers are obtained by discussions with production experts and plant investigation. Collect Information Use Multi media Self Study Plant investigation Media search Interview experts Attend lectures Analyse, plan and make decisions Group Discussions Sketch Case studies Use checklists Develop recommendations Execute, test and evaluate Job assignment Make presentation Complete documents Draft a report Complete a questionnaire

5. 5 Commissioned by PAMSA and German Technical Co-Operation National Certificate in Paper & Pulp Manufacturing NQF Level 4 Critical Cross-field Outcomes Identify and solve problems Work effectively with others Communicate effectively Organise and manage myself and my activities Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information Use science and technology effectively and critically Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems Use mathematics Learner and societal development Know the typical specifications for the feedstock, intermediate and final products Understand the properties of the feedstock, intermediate and final products PE403 Understanding the feedstock, intermediate and final products of the process Be able to carry out sampling and quality checks on the feedstock, intermediate and final products Know the suppliers of feedstock and the customers for the products produced. US: PP003 Generate chlorine dioxide for pulp bleaching

6. 6 Commissioned by PAMSA and German Technical Co-Operation National Certificate in Paper & Pulp Manufacturing NQF Level 4 Topic Specification: PE403 The feedstock, intermediate and final products of the process Learning ActivitiesTopic assessment criteria The assessor will observe and confirm that learners: Know the suppliers of feedstock and the customers for the products produced. Know the typical specifications for the feedstock, intermediate and final products Understand the properties of the feedstock, intermediate and final products Are able to carry out sampling and quality checks on the feedstock, intermediate and final products Assignment Description WHATWHAT HOW Notional Hours 30 Individual or group training. Obtain basic product and supplier information by discussions with production experts. Apply knowledge in a practical quality check. 1.Learners are supplied with information on feedstock quality 2.Have a facilitated group discussion in the plant to determine: by whom feedstock is supplied and routes into the plant the typical grades and properties of the feedstock the typical properties and specifications used for the intermediate and final products the customers for the product produced 3.Draw-up a sampling and quality checklist for the final products 4.Carry out sampling and quality checks on the final products using the checklist and report findings Collect Information Use Multi media Self Study Media search Interview experts Attend lectures Analyse, plan and make decisions Group Discussions Educational games Case studies Use checklists Develop recommendations Execute, test and evaluate Job assignment Make presentation Draft a report Plant investigation Complete documents Complete a questionnaire

7. 7 Commissioned by PAMSA and German Technical Co-Operation National Certificate in Paper & Pulp Manufacturing NQF Level 4 Critical Cross-field Outcomes Identify and solve problems Work effectively with others Communicate effectively Organise and manage myself and my activities Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information Use science and technology effectively and critically Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems Use mathematics Learner and societal development Know the effect of variations and deviations on the process and products PE403 Understanding variations in the process Understand what process variations could occur in the process Be able to complete all log sheets Understand how a deviation in the properties of the feedstock will impact on the process Understand what feedstock variations could occur in the process US: PP003 Generate chlorine dioxide for pulp bleaching

8. 8 Commissioned by PAMSA and German Technical Co-Operation National Certificate in Paper & Pulp Manufacturing NQF Level 4 Topic Specification: PE403 Variations in the process Learning ActivitiesTopic assessment criteria The assessor will observe and confirm that learners: Are able to complete all log sheets. Understand what process and feedstock variations could occur in the process Understand how a deviation in the properties of the feedstock will impact on the process Know the effect of variations and deviations on the process and products Assignment Description WHATWHAT HOW 1.Learners are supplied with log sheets and assisted to complete them with the help of a production specialist 2.Individually list the feedstock variations that could occur and the effect each type of variation could have on the final product and / or in downstream processes or products 3.In a facilitated discussion at the site, identify and list process deviations that could occur and the effect each type of deviation could have on the final product and / or in downstream processes or products 4.Tabulate all variations and deviations, their effects and the broad rectification action required and compile the information into a report Notional Hours 33 Individual or group training. Use the information on the feedstock obtained earlier to list quality variations. A facilitated discussion to identify possible process deviations and the downstream effects. Collect Information Use Multi media Self Study Media search Interview experts Attend lectures Analyse, plan and make decisions Group Discussions Educational games Case studies List / Tabulate Develop recommendations Execute, test and evaluate Job assignment Make presentation Draft a report Plant investigation Complete documents Complete a questionnaire

9. 9 Commissioned by PAMSA and German Technical Co-Operation National Certificate in Paper & Pulp Manufacturing NQF Level 4 Critical Cross-field Outcomes Identify and solve problems Work effectively with others Communicate effectively Organise and manage myself and my activities Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information Use science and technology effectively and critically Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems Use mathematics Learner and societal development PE403 Understanding Operating Procedures in the process Understand the different responsibilities in terms of compiling, authorization, layout / format and safety procedures contained in the Standard Operating Procedures Know any other plant / process rules and regulations applicable to the plant Know the purpose of Standard Operating Procedures Understand the sequence and reasons for every pre- check Understand the reasons for having pre-check-, start-up-, normal running-, shutdown- and deviation correction procedures Understand the sequence and reason for shut-down and emergency shut-down procedures Understand the reason for maintaining normal running conditions and the consequences of losses caused by inefficient operation Understand the sequence and reason for correcting deviations Understand the sequence and reasons for start-up procedures US: PP003 Generate chlorine dioxide for pulp bleaching

10. 10 Commissioned by PAMSA and German Technical Co-Operation National Certificate in Paper & Pulp Manufacturing NQF Level 4 Topic Specification: PE403 Understanding “Standard Operating Procedures” Learning ActivitiesTopic assessment criteria The assessor will observe and confirm that learners: Know the purpose of these procedures Know other applicable plant rules and regulations Understand the reason for responsibility control and document control procedures Understand the reasons for having pre-checks start-up procedures maintaining normal running condition procedures and the consequences of losses caused by inefficient operation shut-down and emergency shut-down procedures correcting deviation procedures Know procedures and sequences in detail or in terms of key steps as required Assignment Description WHATWHAT HOW 1.Learners are supplied with the operating procedures for the plant and individual equipment and any other relevant plant rules and regulations 2.In a facilitated group, the document control system is shortly explained. The purpose of the procedures, responsibility control, document control and having procedures for each operating phase (pre-check, etc.) is discussed and summarised 3.Procedures and sequences are studied in detail (esp. emergency procedures) or in terms of key steps as required. Practical understanding and knowledge is essential 4.Learners should compile a file containing an index (with subheadings / keywords as necessary) of each procedure 5.A theoretical test will proof competence Notional Hours 51 A facilitated group discussion is used to clarify the logic behind controlled procedure systems. Individual procedures are studied in detail or in terms of key steps as indicated. Indices and summaries for procedures are created for easy future reference. Collect Information Use Multi media Self Study Media search Interview experts Attend lectures Analyse, plan and make decisions Group Discussions Summarise Use checklists Develop recommendations Execute, test and evaluate Job assignment Make presentation Complete documents Draft a report Complete a theoretical test Plant investigation Educational games

11. 11 Commissioned by PAMSA and German Technical Co-Operation National Certificate in Paper & Pulp Manufacturing NQF Level 4 Critical Cross-field Outcomes Identify and solve problems Work effectively with others Communicate effectively Organise and manage myself and my activities Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information Use science and technology effectively and critically Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems Use mathematics Learner and societal development PE403 Implementing Standard Operating Procedures in the process Be able to do pre-checks on the process Be able to shut the process down Be able to start the process up Be able to maintain normal running conditions Be able to monitor the process Be able to bring process variations under control Be able to bring product variations under control Be able to use and interpret instrument readings US: PP003 Generate chlorine dioxide for pulp bleaching

12. 12 Commissioned by PAMSA and German Technical Co-Operation National Certificate in Paper & Pulp Manufacturing NQF Level 4 Topic Specification: PE403 Implementing “Standard Operating Procedures” Learning ActivitiesTopic assessment criteria The assessor will observe and confirm that learners: Are able to: use and interpret instrument readings do pre-checks on the process start the process up monitor the process maintain normal running conditions bring process and product variations under control shut the process down Assignment Description WHATWHAT HOW 1.By using relevant checklists and operating procedures, learners will first observe and then, under supervision, implement the following procedures: do pre-checks on the process start the process up use and interpret any instrument readings monitor the process maintain normal running conditions bring process and product variations under control shut the process down 2.Complete any relevant pre-check, start-up, etc. reports as normally required 3.A practical test will proof competence Notional Hours 51 Group or individual training sessions where, through demonstration, the learner first observes the implementation of operating procedures and then implements the procedures himself under supervision Collect Information Use Multi media Self Study Media search Attend lectures Analyse, plan and make decisions Group Discussions Case studies Use checklists Develop recommendations Execute, test and evaluate Job assignment Make presentation Complete documents Draft a report Complete a practical test Expert demonstration Plant investigation Summarise

13. 13 Commissioned by PAMSA and German Technical Co-Operation National Certificate in Paper & Pulp Manufacturing NQF Level 4 Critical Cross-field Outcomes Identify and solve problems Work effectively with others Communicate effectively Organise and manage myself and my activities Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information Use science and technology effectively and critically Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems Use mathematics Learner and societal development Be able to carry out maintenance and pre-maintenance duties on the process PE403 Perform first line maintenance Know documentation requirements for maintenance functions US: PP003 Generate chlorine dioxide for pulp bleaching Know safety procedures and materials applicable for all maintenance functions

14. 14 Commissioned by PAMSA and German Technical Co-Operation National Certificate in Paper & Pulp Manufacturing NQF Level 4 Topic Specification: PE403Perform first line maintenance Learning ActivitiesTopic assessment criteria The assessor will observe and confirm that learners: Understand the documentation requirements for maintenance functions Know safety procedures and materials applicable for all maintenance functions Are able to carry out maintenance and pre-maintenance duties on the process. Assignment Description WHATWHAT HOW Individual or group training. Study given materials regarding first line maintenance. A discussion / demonstration of first line maintenance duties are facilitated at the plant. Carry out first line maintenance under supervision. 1.Learners are supplied with documentation required for first line maintenance on the plant and machines 2.A discussion / demonstration of typical first line maintenance procedures and their sequence, as well as applicable safety procedures and materials, is facilitated in the plant 3.A checklist is drawn up 4.Under supervision, carry out pre- maintenance and maintenance duties on equipment as prescribed 5.Complete pre-maintenance and maintenance reports / log sheets Notional Hours 30 Collect Information Use Multi media Self Study Media search Attend lectures Analyse, plan and make decisions Case studies Use checklists Develop recommendations Execute, test and evaluate Job assignment Make presentation Complete documents Draft a report Complete a test/questionnaire Expert demonstration Plant investigation Group Discussions Summarise

15. 15 Commissioned by PAMSA and German Technical Co-Operation National Certificate in Paper & Pulp Manufacturing NQF Level 4 Critical Cross-field Outcomes Identify and solve problems Work effectively with others Communicate effectively Organise and manage myself and my activities Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information Use science and technology effectively and critically Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems Use mathematics Learner and societal development Know the safety standards, procedures and safety equipment relevant to the process Be able to identify all potential hazards and indicate actions to reduce/avoid hazards Know the relevant sections of the OHS Act PE403 Applying SHE in the process Understand the application of fire prevention, lock-out and emergency procedures Understand the potential environmental impact of the process US: PP003 Generate chlorine dioxide for pulp bleaching

16. 16 Commissioned by PAMSA and German Technical Co-Operation National Certificate in Paper & Pulp Manufacturing NQF Level 4 Topic Specification: PE403 Applying SHE in the process Learning ActivitiesTopic assessment criteria The assessor will observe and confirm that learners: Know the relevant OHS Act, safety standards, procedures, and equipment in the plant. Understand the application of fire prevention, lock-out and emergency procedures in the plant, as well as the potential environmental impact of the process. Are able to identify all potential hazards in the process and indicate actions to reduce / avoid / minimise the impact of hazards. Assignment Description WHATWHAT HOW 1.Learners are supplied with a copy of the safety procedures and the relevant section of the OHS Act 2.Learners individually undertake a plant inspection and identify all potential hazards. They also assess the potential impact of the plant on the environment. 3.Learners should also sketch the area and indicate the position of all safety equipment and safety features (e.g. alarm buttons, emergency exists) on it 4.Recommendations are made to reduce / avoid these hazards, the impact of possible hazards and the plant’s impact on the environment 5.A short presentation on the findings is made Notional Hours 15 Learners obtain information through self study. Individuals evaluate the plant area for safety features, potential hazards and environmental impact. Collect Information Use Multi media Self Study Media search Interview experts Attend lectures Analyse, plan and make decisions Group Discussions Educational games Case studies Use checklists Develop recommendations Execute, test and evaluate Job assignment Make presentation Complete documents Draft a report Complete a test/questionnaire Plant investigation