Description
Use underwater arc welding equipment to make welds beneath the water surface. Protect yourself from electric shocks by shielding the weld from the water.
Alternative labels
underwater arc welding
making welds underwater
underwater welding of materials
weld materials underwater
underwater welding
underwater weld-making
arc welding underwater
welding underwater
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
occupation-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Weld underwater is an essential skill of the following occupations:
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.
Optional skill
Weld underwater 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
- Weld underwater – ESCO
