Description
Blast a surface with sand, metal shot, dry ice or other blasting material to remove impurities or rough up a smooth surface.
Alternative labels
blast surface smooth
blasting surface
sandblasting
iceblasting
blast-smooth surface
blast a surface
shotblasting
blasting of surface
surface blasting
prepare surface by blasting
blasting a surface
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
cross-sector
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Blast surface is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Abrasive blasting operator: 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.
Terrazzo setter: Terrazzo setters create terrazzo surfaces. They prepare the surface, installing strips to divide sections. They then pour the solution containing cement and marble chips. Terrazzo setters finish the floor by polishing the surface to ensure smoothness and shine.
Optional skill
Blast surface is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Construction painter: Construction painters paint the interior and exterior of buildings and other structures. They may use standard latex based paints or specialised paints for decorative effect or protective properties. Building painters are skilled in using brushes, paint rollers and paint sprayers for different applications.
Construction painting supervisor: Construction painting supervisors plan, direct and oversee the work of the crew of painters assigned to a certain project or location. They supervise and evaluate the work of painters.
Terrazzo setter supervisor: Terrazzo setter supervisors monitor terrazzo setting operations. They assign tasks and take quick decision to resolve problems.
Steeplejack: Steeplejacks are specialised heightworkers who safely scale the outside of buildings and structures to perform critical work.
References
- Blast surface – ESCO