Perform underwater bridge inspection

Description

Wade through a body of water to inspect the piles of a bridge. Put on the appropriate equipment, such as weights, and make sure to have an associate present for safety reasons.

Alternative labels

checking bridge piles
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underwater bridge inspection performance
inspection of bridge piles
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Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

sector-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Perform underwater bridge inspection is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Optional skill

Perform underwater bridge inspection 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.

Waterway construction labourer: Waterway maintenance labourers maintain canals, dams and other waterway structures such as coastal or inland water plants. They are responsible for the construction of breakwaters, canals, dikes and embankments as well as other works in and around water.
Construction commercial diver: Commercial divers work below the surface of the water to install equipment, such as hydraulic structures, waterways and marine facilities. They also inspect, remove and repair the structures.
Bridge inspector: Bridge inspectors inspect bridge structures for joint break, cracks, rust and other faults. They also carry out or organise the maintenance of the structures.
Underwater construction supervisor: Underwater construction supervisors monitor underwater construction projects such as tunnels, canal locks and bridge pillars. They guide and instruct construction commercial divers and make sure they adhere to safety regulations.

 


 

References

  1. Perform underwater bridge inspection – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022