Module 1

Introduces trainees to the all-important topic of safety in the welding trade. The work of welders includes joining pipe sections for oil and natural gas pipelines; building ships; and working in a variety of industrial environments such as power plants, refineries, chemical plants, and manufacturing facilities.

Objectives:

Learning Objective 1

Describes Basic Welding processes, the welding trade, and training/apprenticeship programs.
1. Describe basic welding processes and the welding trade.
2. Describe NCCER standardized training and explain apprenticeship programs.
3. Describe Dual Credit Class Structure.

Learning Objective 2

Identify, and describe personal protective equipment (PPE) related to the welding trade.

Identify and describe body, foot, and hand protective gear.
Identify and describe ear, eye, face, and head protective gear.

Learning Objective 3

• Identify and describe welding safety practices related to specific hazards or environments.

1. Describe the importance of welding safety and identify factors related to accidents.
2. Describe basic welding safety practices related to the general work area.
3. Describe hot work permits and fire watch requirements.
4. Describe confined spaces and their related safety practices.
5. Identify safety practices related to welding equipment.
6. Identify and describe respiratory hazards, respiratory safety equipment, and ways to ventilate welding work areas.
7. Explain the purpose of the SDS/MSDS and how it is used.

Performance Tasks:

This is a knowledge-based module; there are no performance tasks.

Safety Considerations

This module is primarily delivered in the classroom environment. However, some activities are likely to be conducted in shop areas and require trainees to handle common welding materials and tools. Safety must be emphasized at all times. Trainees should be carefully observed to ensure that they wear the proper PPE, follow safe practices, and give due respect to unseen hazards. Any deficiencies must be corrected to ensure future trainee safety.

Additional Resources:

Additional Resources This module presents thorough resources for task training. The following resource material is suggested for further study.

There are a number of on-line resources available for trainees who would like more information on this topic. A search for additional information may be assigned as homework to interested trainees.

NCCER – Welding Level One 29101-15

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