Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for work.
- Plans and specifications are obtained from job supervisor.
- Safety (OHS) requirements associated with oxy- acetylene welding tasks, 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.
- Personal protective equipment applicable to oxy-acetylene welding is selected and checked for serviceability.
- Work area is prepared to support efficient welding with oxy-acetylene equipment.
- Prepare materials and welding equipment.
- Weld requirements are identified from specifications or given information.
- Materials to be welded are identified and selected in accordance with workplace procedures.
- Material is cleaned and prepared using appropriate tools and techniques in accordance with workplace procedures.
- Welding equipment, including cylinders and regulators, are assembled and set up in accordance with workplace procedures.
- Welding tips, settings and consumables are selected to meet job requirements and welding procedures in accordance with workplace procedures.
- Perform welding.
- 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.