Description
Different types of bedding materials used to stabilise structures such as pipe. The differences in performance, availability and cost of the materials and their suitability for the purpose, climate and other stresses.
Alternative labels
typology of bedding materials
bedding materials range
types of material for bedding
types of pipe-bedding material
kinds of bedding materials
range of bedding materials
range of pipe-bedding material
bedding material types
types of bedding materials
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Types of bedding materials is an essential knowledge of the following 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.
Optional knowledge
Types of bedding materials is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
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.
References
- Types of bedding materials – ESCO
