Pipefitting Trainee Guide in Spanish, Level 1 (International Version)

(Total Level Hours: 150; includes 72.5 of Core Curriculum)

08101-06 Orientation to the Trade (5 Hours)

Provides a comprehensive overview of work performed by the pipefitter, as well as pipefitter responsibilities, career opportunities, and safety principles associated with the pipefitting trade.

 

08102-06 Pipefitting Hand Tools (20 Hours)

Covers general hand tool safety as well as procedures for selecting, inspecting, using, and maintaining hand tools used by pipefitters. Coverage includes pipe wrenches, pipe stands, pipe vises, levels, pipe fabrication tools, pipe bending tools, and pipe joining tools.

 

08103-06 Pipefitting Power Tools (15 Hours)

Covers general power tool safety as well as procedures for selecting, inspecting, using, and maintaining power tools used by pipefitters. Provides guidelines for using electrical and pneumatic tools, including pipe threading machines.

 

08104-06 Oxyfuel Cutting (17.5 Hours) Explains the safety requirements for oxyfuel cutting. Identifies oxyfuel cutting equipment and provides instructions for setting up, lighting, and using the equipment. Includes straight line cutting, piercing, beveling, washing, and gouging.

 

08105-06 Ladders and Scaffolds (10 Hours) Covers hazards and safety procedures governing the use of stepladders, extension ladders, fixed scaffolds, and rolling scaffolds. Includes general procedures for scaffold assembly and use.

 

08106-06 Motorized Equipment (10 Hours) Explains the safety factors, operator maintenance, and operating procedures associated with motorized equipment used on job sites, including electrical generators, air compressors, aerial lifts, pumps, forklifts, and hydraulic cranes.