Repair laminated structures

Description

Inspect fiberglass laminated structures such as boat hulls and decks for deterioration or defects, and perform repair work accordingly.

Alternative labels

perform repair on laminated structures
repair laminated structures
repair laminated constructions
repair laminated frameworks
repair laminated boat parts

Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

cross-sector

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Repair laminated structures is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Optional skill

Repair laminated structures 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.

Fiberglass laminator: Fiberglass laminators mould fiberglass materials to form hulls and boat decks. They read blueprints and use hand and power tools to cut the composite materials. They apply waxes and lacquers, and prepare surfaces for the placement of fiberglass mats. They use resin-saturated fiberglass to bond wood reinforcing strips to cabin structures and decks. They also prepare materials exposing those to the right temperature. They check finished products for defects and make sure they comply with the specifications.

Fibreglass machine operator: Fibreglass machine operators control and maintain the machine that sprays a mix of resin and glass fibers onto products such as bathtubs or boat hulls to obtain strong and lightweight composite end-products.
Furniture finisher: Furniture finishers treat the surface of wood furniture using hand and power tools to sand, clean and polish. They apply wood coatings onto wooden surfaces by using different techniques such as brushing or using a spray gun. They choose and apply the right coatings with protective and/or decorative purposes.

 


 

References

  1. Repair laminated structures – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022