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Carry out oxyacetylene welding, thermal heating and cutting
Carry out oxyacetylene welding, thermal heating and cutting
Unit of competency
National Code
AURVTW018
AURVTW018
State Code
OAK17
OAK17
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/03/2019
Field of Education
030711 - Boilermaking And Welding
Original Release Date
15/03/2019
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out basic welding, thermal heating and cutting operations. It involves preparing for the task, setting up and operating an oxyacetylene plant, setting gas pressures, identifying and adjusting flame appropriate for welding, thermal heating or cutting requirements, selecting and using suitable personal protective equipment (PPE), and completing workplace processes and documentation.It applies to those working within the automotive service and repair industry. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for oxyacetylene welding, thermal heating and cutting
- 1.1 Identify job requirements from workplace instruction
- 1.2 Obtain and interpret technical information, workplace procedures, national standards and codes of practice, original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or authorised agency standards relating to oxyacetylene welding, thermal heating and cutting
- 1.3 Identify hazards and environmental issues associated with the work, assess potential risks and implement control measures from workplace health and safety requirements
- 1.4 Identify tools, equipment and materials required for the job and examine for serviceability
- 1.5 Plan welding, thermal heating or cutting activity to minimise waste and use time efficiently according to workplace expectations
2. Weld, thermal heat and cut using oxyacetylene plant
- 2.1 Carry out oxyacetylene gas working pressure adjustment and flame identification and setting according to workplace procedures, workplace health and safety and environmental requirements
- 2.2 Carry out welding, thermal heating, and cutting activity according to national standards and codes of practice, OEM or authorised agency standards, workplace procedures, workplace health and safety and environmental requirements
3. Complete work processes
- 3.1 Carry out final inspection to ensure work meets workplace expectations and component is ready for use
- 3.2 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to workplace procedures
- 3.3 Examine and store tools and equipment, ensuring faulty equipment is reported according to workplace procedures
- 3.4 Complete workplace documentation according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWY95 | AURVTW008 | Carry out oxyacetylene welding, thermal heating and cutting | Unit of competency |