abrasive blasting operator

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Description

Abrasive blasting operators use the proper equipment and machinery to smoothen rough surfaces by abrasive blasting. Abrasive blasting is commonly used in the finishing process of metal workpieces and for blasting building materials used in masonry such as bricks, stones and concrete. They operate blasters or sand cabinets which forcibly thrust a stream of abrasive material such sand, soda or water, under high pressure, propelled by a centrifigal wheel, in order to shape and smoothen surfaces.

Hierarchy

8 · Plant and machine operators and assemblers → 81 · Stationary plant and machine operators → 812 · Metal processing and finishing plant operators → 8122 · Metal finishing, plating and coating machine operators

Related skills

blast surface (essential · skill/competence)
blasting abrasives (essential · knowledge)
ensure equipment availability (essential · skill/competence)
inspect construction supplies (essential · skill/competence)
quality standards (essential · knowledge)
remove inadequate workpieces (essential · skill/competence)
sand blasting machine parts (essential · knowledge)
smooth burred surfaces (essential · skill/competence)
wear appropriate protective gear (essential · skill/competence)
abrasive blasting processes (optional · knowledge)
abrasive machining processes (optional · knowledge)
advise on machinery malfunctions (optional · skill/competence)
automation technology (optional · knowledge)
blast masonry (optional · skill/competence)
consult technical resources (optional · skill/competence)
ferrous metal processing (optional · knowledge)
follow health and safety procedures in construction (optional · skill/competence)
follow safety procedures when working at heights (optional · skill/competence)
keep records of work progress (optional · skill/competence)
maintain mechatronic equipment (optional · skill/competence)
maintain robotic equipment (optional · skill/competence)
mechatronics (optional · knowledge)
metal smoothing technologies (optional · knowledge)
monitor gauge (optional · skill/competence)
operate automated process control (optional · skill/competence)
operate sand blasting cabinet (optional · skill/competence)
operate sandblaster (optional · skill/competence)
prepare floor for terrazzo (optional · skill/competence)
prepare floor for underlayment (optional · skill/competence)
prepare surface for painting (optional · skill/competence)
prepare surface for plastering (optional · skill/competence)
quality and cycle time optimisation (optional · knowledge)
remove processed workpiece (optional · skill/competence)
robotics (optional · knowledge)
set up the controller of a machine (optional · skill/competence)
spot metal imperfections (optional · skill/competence)
supply machine (optional · skill/competence)
tend asbestos blower (optional · skill/competence)
troubleshoot (optional · skill/competence)
use safety equipment in construction (optional · skill/competence)
work in a construction team (optional · skill/competence)

Details

Base · occupation_urihttp://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/3c0af499-39f6-4468-9ba4-b13a26d5f888

Base · occupation_code8122.1

Base · is_in_filter1

Base · is_ancestor0

Base · is_featured1

Translation · preferred_labelabrasive blasting operator

Translation · alt_labelssandblaster
shot blaster
sand blast operative
abrasive blasting operative
abrasive sandblaster
sand-blaster
grit blaster
sand blaster
sand blast operator
abrasive shot baster
sander operative
abrasive blaster
sand mill blaster
sand mill grinder
sander
sand blasting operator
abrasive blasting cabinet operative
sander operator

Translation · descriptionAbrasive blasting operators use the proper equipment and machinery to smoothen rough surfaces by abrasive blasting. Abrasive blasting is commonly used in the finishing process of metal workpieces and for blasting building materials used in masonry such as bricks, stones and concrete. They operate blasters or sand cabinets which forcibly thrust a stream of abrasive material such sand, soda or water, under high pressure, propelled by a centrifigal wheel, in order to shape and smoothen surfaces.