Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for work.
- Job drawings and specifications are obtained from job supervisor and job requirements are adhered to.
- Safety (OHS) requirements associated with cutting with oxy-LPG-acetylene and workplace environmental requirements are adhered to throughout the work.
- Quality assurance requirements are identified and adhered to in accordance with workplace requirements.
- Tasks are planned and sequenced in conjunction with others involved in or affected by the work.
- Tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability.
- Work area is prepared to support efficient cutting with oxy-LPG-acetylene.
- Identify cutting requirements.
- Perform cuts and inspect.
- Oxy-LPG-acetylene cutting equipment is set up in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Tip size is selected as appropriate for the materials to be cut.
- Cutting pressures are adjusted to manufacturer recommendations for the materials to be cut.
- Materials are prepared for cutting in accordance with plans and specification.
- Materials are marked out and clamped prior to cutting.
- Flame is set and cuts are performed in accordance with the specified cutting procedures to effect a clean cut.
- Completed cuts are visually inspected for compliance with job specifications, and defects are repaired using appropriate techniques.
- Clean up.
- Work area is cleared and materials disposed of or recycled in accordance with state or territory statutory and regulatory authority legislation and workplace procedures.
- Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and workplace procedures.
- Information is accessed and documentation completed in accordance with workplace requirements.