Set up pile helmets or sleeves

Description

Attach a helmet or sleeve to a pile, in order to protect the head of the pile from stresses and impact damage and to efficiently transfer the impact energy of the pile driver to the pile. Take care to not attach the helmet or sleeve too tightly, as this may cause damage. In case the helmet contains a replaceable plastic cushion, select and place the right cushion for the job.

Alternative labels

fitting protective attachments to piles
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attaching protective attachments to piles
attach pile protection

Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

occupation-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Set up pile helmets or sleeves is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Pile driving hammer operator: Pile driving hammer operators work with a piece of heavy equipment that positions piles and hammers them into the ground using a rigging mechanism.

Optional skill

Set up pile helmets or sleeves 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.

 


 

References

  1. Set up pile helmets or sleeves – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022