Description
Lay bedding in a trench to stabilise a pipe if called for. Lay bedding beneath the pipe and around it to protect from environmental influences.
Alternative labels
protect pipe with bedding
lay pipe-bedding material
lay pipe bedding
protection of pipe with bedding
providing pipe bedding
laying pipe-bedding material
provision of pipe bedding
laying pipe bedding
pipe bedding provision
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Provide pipe bedding is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Civil engineering worker: Civil engineering workers perform tasks concerning the cleaning and preparation of construction sites for civil engineering projects. This includes the work on building and maintenance of roads, railways and dams.
Sewer construction worker: Sewer construction workers install sewer pipes to transport wastewater out of structures and to a body of water or treatment facility. They dig trenches and insert the pipes, making sure they have correct angle and are connected watertigh. Sewer construction workers also construct other elements of sewage infrastructure, such as manholes, and maintain and repair existing systems.
Drainage worker: Drainage workers assemble and maintain drainage and dewatering systems. They lay tubes or drainpipes to dry out the ground of a certain structure in order to put a hold to imminent groundwater. This work is usually performed under pavements and in basements.
Optional skill
Provide pipe bedding 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.
Sewer construction supervisor: Sewer construction supervisors supervise the installation of sewer pipes and other sewage infrastructure. They assign tasks and make quick decisions to resolve problems.
References
- Provide pipe bedding – ESCO
