Training

Cswip 3.0 Visual Welding Inspector Course – Level 1

SUITABLE FOR:

Welders, operators, line inspectors and foremen who undertake visual examination of welded joints; quality control staff associated with welding; all staff who need basic training in welding inspection coupled with a qualification in this field.

COURSE CONTENT

This welding inspection course covers: visual inspection procedures; relevant codes of practice, terms and definitions; welding processes and typical welding defects; weld measurements; typical doumentatio and requirements; practical inspection and reporting.

WHO SHOULD REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE

This course is suitable for individuals who aspire to gain health & safety knowledge on how to manage risks and hazards in any area of any business. It is also particularly suitable for individuals who are interested to embark on a career in the Health, Safety and Environment, even if they have limited prior experience in HSE.

COURSE CONTENT

The syllabus is divided into 3 units, (1) Management of International Health and Safety; (2) Control of International Workplace Hazards; and (3) International Health and Safety Practical Application. Each of the first two units is further divided into a number of elements. There are 16 elements which cover a range of workplace hazards and methods of control and are as follows:

Course Objectives:

  • To identify various weld imperfections (defects)
  • To understand the relevant welding technology related to visual inspection
  • To understand the need for documentation in welding
  • To be aware of codes and standards related to inspection requirements
  • To carry out inspection of parent materials and consumables
  • To carry out visual inspection of welds, report on them and assess their compliance with specified acceptance criteria
  • To pass the CSWIP 3.0 Visual Welding Inspector qualification.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Although there is no specific experience required, it is recommended that candidates possess a minimum of six months’ welding-related engineering experience and two years’ industrial experience.