This unit standard is for people working with welding and thermal cutting equipment in the mechanical engineering, fabrication, or welding trades.
People credited with this unit standard are able to describe immediate safety hazards and long term health hazards when welding or thermal cutting; explain personal protective equipment (PPE) used when welding or thermal cutting; describe the safe use of welding and thermal cutting equipment; demonstrate knowledge of the dangers and safety precautions when welding or thermal cutting in confined spaces; demonstrate knowledge of the dangers, control methods, and extraction of fumes when welding or thermal cutting.
