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Pipe welding is one of the highest skill sets in welding, and once apprentices master these techniques, their knowledge can be applied across various areas of the welding industry. By the end of our program, apprentices will be multi-process skilled welders ready to take on any challenge! 💪 Our Welding program is an integral part of our 5-year work-study program and continuing education for local Journeymen. This hands-on program teaches pipe welding and all its processes, with full-time instructors available during the day and some evenings. learn more: https://bit.ly/3Y1nGaf #Welding #JATTProgram #PipeWelding #SkilledTrades #Journeyman #MultiProcessWelder #WorkStudy #ContinuingEducation #SkilledLabor #WeldingEducation #Apprenticeship #Atlanta #Georgia Plumbers, Pipefitters, and HVACR Technicians - UA Local 72 Mechanical Trades Institute - Joint Apprenticeship & Training Trust

Manchester engineering firm fined after apprentice loses fingers... An investigation by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) found that he was being taught how to weld as part of his apprenticeship placement. This process required multiple sections of steel to be available to practice welding on. After a brief period of verbal training he was permitted to cut lengths of steel into these sections using a horizontal bandsaw, which was located in a shipping container some distance away from the main workshop. https://lnkd.in/g56iDwZb

Interesting post recently from Martyn Fletcher, Chair of the Welding Trailblazer, re a revision to the Level 2 - General Welder standard(v1.0 & 1.1). Martyn highlighted the need to update the assessment plan, as some organisations have strayed from the official EPA criteria, particularly in respect of the requirement for 2 welded pieces. This has been done to ensure the correct level of Destructive / Mechanical testing is conducted on apprentice practical tests. The Trailblazer Group have now changed the wording to state that welds must be tested – thankfully, something EngEPA have been fully compliant with for years. The apprentices we have assessed are at no risk of any further investigation from the regulatory body for non-adherence to the assessment criteria. Read Martyn’s post here: https://lnkd.in/etSSeG-p #apprenticeships #welding #education #standards

A Manchester engineering firm has been fined £500,000 after a young apprentice lost two fingers due to inadequate safety measures, highlighting the crucial need for proper training and safeguarding in workplaces. Read the article ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/em_spUD3 #HealthandSafety #RiskManagement #WorkplaceSafety #Apprenticeship #Engineering #HSE

A Manchester engineering firm has been fined £500,000 after a young apprentice lost two fingers due to inadequate safety measures, highlighting the crucial need for proper training and safeguarding in workplaces. Read the article ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eKrJYUQa #HealthandSafety #RiskManagement #WorkplaceSafety #Apprenticeship #Engineering #HSE

How To Become an Ironworker: 6 Steps Ironworking can be a rewarding career with real-world results, as ironworkers can help build skyscrapers, highways and bridges that are part of everyday life. If you want to be an ironworker, learning a career path can help you reach your career goals. In this article, we explain what an ironworker is, an ironworker's duties, how to become an ironworker and tips for aspiring ironworkers. Key takeaways: Ironworkers are skilled tradespeople who manipulate iron and steel in construction projects, such as buildings, bridges and roads. Aspiring ironworkers earn a high school diploma or GED credential and complete a four-year apprenticeship working under the supervision of an experienced ironworker. Essential skills for ironworkers include welding, blueprint interpretation, workplace safety and heavy machinery operation. What is an ironworker? An ironworker is a tradesperson who cuts, welds, builds and places structural iron and steel in buildings, roads and bridges. Their work reinforces structures to improve their safety and durability. Some ironworkers specialize in an area of ironworking, while others perform a variety of tasks on the job. There are two levels for ironworkers in the U.S.: Apprentice: An apprentice ironworker can start with no knowledge of ironworking and learn the required trade skills to become a journeyman ironworker in a paid apprenticeship. Journeyman: An apprentice ironworker must pass an exam to become a journeyman. Journeyman ironworkers can work independently for higher pay than an apprentice. Additionally, there are several sectors of ironworking where you can contribute your skills: Welding: Welding uses heat to bind pieces of metal together in ornamental, structural, reinforcement and rigging. Ornamental: Ornamental ironworking, also called "architectural ironworking," can involve building stairs, railing, elevator doors, windows and other architectural structures in a building. Structural: Structural ironworkers make frameworks with prefabricated metal by placing and joining metals to form the skeleton of a project. Reinforcement: A reinforcing ironworker, also called a "rodbuster," uses a framework to create structures using reinforcing bars. Machinery moving: Machinery moving and rigging ironworkers can operate heavy machinery to move structural steel, curtain walls and other metals to the desired areas of a construction site. #ironworkerwelder #welder #smaw #fcaw #ironworkers #ironworker #weldersunitedra #yourweldingcoach #welding #careers #jobs Ironworker Vs Welder https://lnkd.in/gh8JYNuA Indeed: https://lnkd.in/g_jEZwFz

To become a millwright, you typically need the following qualifications ¹ ² ³ ⁴ ⁵ ⁶ ⁷ ⁸ ⁹: - An NQF-quoted qualification in Millwright training - Phase I training, which typically lasts 15 weeks in electrical and 12 weeks in fitting - Experiential (on-the-job) training - Ability to read blueprints and interpret welding diagrams - Knowledge of a vast variety of machinery and equipment - An apprenticeship and theory course - An Occupational Certificate: Millwright, which is classified under “Industrial Machinery Mechanics and Maintenance Workers” - A Millwright Apprenticeship, which can last between 30 to 40 months, depending on the learner’s pace

In a world where our communities thrive on the strength of skilled tradespeople, it's alarming to see a shortage in this essential workforce. From carpenters to electricians, plumbers to welders, these trades are the backbone of our society, building our homes, schools, and infrastructure.But fear not, for there are solutions on the horizon! Investing in vocational education programs can cultivate the next generation of tradespeople. Additionally, promoting apprenticeship opportunities can provide hands-on training and bridge the gap between learning and real-world application. Now, let's turn the hammer over to you, construction pros! How do you think we can attract more talent to the trades and ensure a robust workforce for the future? Share your thoughts and experiences below! #BuildingCommunities #SkilledTrades #SkilledTrades #Construction #BuildingCommunities #TradeShortage #VocationalEducation #Apprenticeships #Craftsmanship #Infrastructure #WorkforceDevelopment #Tradespeople #BuildingSkills #Carpenters #Electricians #Plumbers #Welders #CommunityBuilders #HandsOnTraining #FutureOfWork #TradeProfessionals #SkilledLabor #CareerOpportunities #JobTraining #BlueCollarJobs #TradeSkills #BuildTheFuture #JobGrowth #WorkforceSolutions

Preparing the workspace: Clearing hazards, leveling surfaces, and setting up ladders and scaffolds Preparing materials: Measuring, cutting, and grinding metal pieces to match project requirements Handling tools and equipment: Maintaining, cleaning, and checking equipment to ensure it's functioning properly Assisting with non-welding tasks: Cleaning metal pieces, applying adhesives or heat, and cooling finished welded joints Transporting materials: Moving materials to and from the work site Operating machinery: Using power tools and measuring devices to assemble and secure equipment Cleaning: Cleaning equipment and job sites Disassembling: Taking apart defective products Welder helpers should be able to follow instructions, communicate effectively, work well in a team, manage their time, and pay attention to detail. They should also be able to read and interpret blueprints and schematics. Welders helpers often work towards completing a three- to five-year apprenticeship program to become a certified tradesperson.

How do you think we can attract more talent to the trades and ensure a robust workforce for the future?