abrasive blasting operator

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abrasive blasting operator

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abrasive blasting operator

Description

Code

8122.1

Description

Abrasive blasting operators use the proper equipment and machinery to smoothen rough surfaces by abrasive blasting. Abrasive blasting is commonly used in the finishing process of metal workpieces and for blasting building materials used in masonry such as bricks, stones and concrete. They operate blasters or sand cabinets which forcibly thrust a stream of abrasive material such sand, soda or water, under high pressure, propelled by a centrifigal wheel, in order to shape and smoothen surfaces.

Alternative Labels

abrasive blaster

abrasive blasting cabinet operative

abrasive blasting operative

abrasive blasting operator

abrasive sandblaster

abrasive shot baster

grit blaster

sand-blaster

sandblaster

sand blaster

sand blasting operator

sand blast operative

sand blast operator

sander

sander operative

sander operator

sand mill blaster

sand mill grinder

shot blaster

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

blast surface ensure equipment availability inspect construction supplies remove inadequate workpieces smooth burred surfaces wear appropriate protective gear

Essential Knowledge

blasting abrasives quality standards sand blasting machine parts

Optional Skills and Competences

advise on machinery malfunctions blast masonry consult technical resources follow health and safety procedures in construction follow safety procedures when working at heights keep records of work progress maintain mechatronic equipment maintain robotic equipment monitor gauge operate automated process control operate sand blasting cabinet operate sandblaster prepare floor for terrazzo prepare floor for underlayment prepare surface for painting prepare surface for plastering remove processed workpiece set up the controller of a machine spot metal imperfections supply machine troubleshoot use safety equipment in construction work in a construction team

Optional Knowledge

abrasive blasting processes abrasive machining processes automation technology ferrous metal processing mechatronics metal smoothing technologies quality and cycle time optimisation robotics

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http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/3c0af499-39f6-4468-9ba4-b13a26d5f888

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released

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abrasive blasting operator

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Skills & Competences

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