7 Steps to Become an Underwater Welder: Training, Certification, and On-the-Job Skills

Описание: 7 Steps to Becoming an Underwater Welder: Training, Certification, and On-the-Job Skills. The video provides a step-by-step guide on how to become an underwater welder, including the necessary education, certification, and on-the-job training required. Firstly, potential underwater welders need to prepare themselves to spend a significant amount of money on education and certification, with state-funded technical colleges like South Central Louisiana Technical College being the least expensive option. Secondly, becoming a certified commercial diver is a prerequisite for underwater welding, requiring specialized education and training beyond that of SCUBA certification. Applicants may need to pass a written exam and a dive physical to be accepted into a program. Thirdly, taking a dive physical is essential, even if the commercial dive school does not require one. This ensures that potential divers are aware of any potential disabilities that could prevent them from pursuing this occupation. Fourthly, potential underwater welders must become certified welders by completing formal training through an accredited welding school or obtaining certification from the American Welding Society. Fifthly, attending an underwater welding school is necessary, where potential underwater welders can combine their commercial diving and welding skills. Sixthly, applying to a company that hires underwater welders for an apprenticeship or "diver tender" is recommended to gain on-the-job training. Qualification tests and certification from the American Welding Society and the American National Standards Institute are usually required before beginning work. Lastly, acquiring specific skills required by the underwater welding company that employs you is essential, and formal training is recommended for skills such as underwater fitting, cutting and rigging, drafting, inspection and nondestructive testing, and underwater videotaping and still photography. Underwater welding has several dangers associated with it, including decompression sickness and electrocution, so annual physicals are required to maintain the commercial diving license, and caution is advised when undertaking underwater welding work.