Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for work
- Work instructions are used to determine job requirements including job sheets, quality and quantity of materials.
- Job specifications are read and interpreted.
- Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work.
- Materials for repairs and replacements are selected and inspected for quality.
- Correct hand, power tools and safety equipment for safe use.
- Products are determined to minimise waste materials.
- Procedures are identified for maximising energy efficiency whilst completing the job.
- Carry out gas metal arc (MIG) welding procedures
- Gas metal arc (MIG) welding procedures are completed without causing damage to any component or system.
- Information is accessed from appropriate sources to enable welding to be performed in accordance with vehicle and equipment manufacturer procedures.
- MIG welding is carried out according to a standard that meets industry regulations/guidelines, OHS legislation, statutory legislation and enterprise policy/procedures.
- Clean up work area and maintain equipment
- Material that can be reused is collected and stored.
- Waste and scrap is removed following workplace procedures.
- Equipment and work area are cleaned and inspected for serviceable conditions in accordance with workplace procedures.
- Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified in accordance with workplace.
- Operator maintenance is completed in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and site procedures.
- Tooling is maintained in accordance with workplace procedures.