A.14
WORK PROCESS SCHEDULE
INSULATION WORKER
O*NET-SOC CODE: 47-2131.00 RAPIDS CODE: 0909
This work process schedule is attached to and a part of the Apprenticeship Standards for the above identified occupation. This sequence of Related Classroom Instruction is competency based and will be offered as traditional classroom training or independent study, which may include electronic media.
1. TERM OF APPRENTICESHIP
The term of the occupation shall be four (4) years with an OJL attainment of 8000 hours supplemented by the required hours of related technical instruction.
2. RATIO OF APPRENTICES TO JOURNEYWORKERS
One (1) Apprentice to one (1) Journeyworker: one apprentice for the first skilled journeyworker employed, and one additional apprentice for each additional skilled journeyworker employed thereafter.
3. APPRENTICE WAGE SCHEDULE AND FRINGE BENEFITS
Apprentices shall be paid a progressively increasing schedule of wages and fringe benefits based on a percentage of the current journeyworker wage rate.
Term: 8000 Hours
1st 1000 hours = 50 percent of journeyworker’s rate and fringe benefit payments
2nd 1000 hours = 55 percent of journeyworker’s rate and fringe benefit payments
3rd 1000 hours = 60 percent of journeyworker’s rate and fringe benefit payments
4th 1000 hours = 70 percent of journeyworker’s rate and fringe benefit payments
5th 1000 hours = 75 percent of journeyworker’s rate and fringe benefit payments
6th 1000 hours = 80 percent of journeyworker’s rate and fringe benefit payments
7th 1000 hours = 85 percent of journeyworker’s rate and fringe benefit payments
8th 1000 hours = 90 percent of journeyworker’s rate and fringe benefit payments
4. SCHEDULE OF WORK EXPERIENCE (See attached Work Process Schedule)
Apprenticeship Committees may add to the work processes prior to submitting these Standards to the appropriate Registration Agency for approval.
5. SCHEDULE OF RELATED INSTRUCTION (See attached Related Classroom Instruction
Outline)
Instruction can incorporate elements of both electronic media and traditional classroom including online training, distance learning, or independent study of established curriculum.
Curricula modules are based on industry standardized applications of current construction practices. Modules are knowledge and skill based including a system for assessment. The assessment will include task objectives, procedures, review materials, and competency-based performance tests.
A14.1 – INSULATION WORKER WORK PROCESS SCHEDULE
This instruction and experience shall include the following operations, but not necessarily in the listed sequence. Time spent on specific operations need not be continuous.
1. Pre-fabrication of fittings
2. Making plastic cement fitting-applying canvas
3. Blocking boiler, tanks and flues
4. Applying finish reinforcements and comer board
5. Applying rigid board on duct work and housings
6. Insulating valves and flanges with blocks or curved segments
7. Low temperature insulation, such as, cellular glass, fiberous glass, expanded forms, etc.
8. Applying sectional pipe covering
9. Applying manufactured fittings
10. Vapor sealing of fittings, flanges, etc.
11. Applying finish cements
12. Applying clip type and welded pins
13. Applying flexible duct insulation
14. Canvassing large areas, tanks, ducts, etc.
15. Fabricating removable insulation for turbines and vessels with rigid and flexible materials
16. Applying felt paper and metal for weather protection of pipes and fittings
TOTAL HOURS
A14.2 – INSULATION WORKER RELATED CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION
Note: Due to regional and local code differences and climate conditions, duration of instructional competencies/modules are suggested estimates only.
Modules :
Basic Safety
15
Introduction to Construction Math
15
Introduction to Hand Tools
10
Introduction to Power Tools
5
Introduction to Blueprints
7.5
Basic Rigging
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Orientation
Trade Relations
Material Handling and Storage
Characteristics of Pipe Insulation
Installing Fiberglass Pipe Insulation
Installing Fittings, Valves and Flanges
Installing Flexible Foam Insulation
Installing Blanket Insulation for Ducts
Installing Board Insulation for Ducts
Installing Calcium Silicate Pipe Insulation
Installing Mineral Wool Insulation
Installing Rigid Foam Insulation
Installing Board and Block Insulation
Cement and Fabric Finishes & Mastics
Plumbing Systems
Chilled and Hot Water Heating Systems
Air Duct Systems
Theory of Heat Transfer and Moisture Effects
Adhesives and Their Uses
Steam, Condensate, and Process Water Systems
Large Boilers, Breechings, Precipitators, and Apparatus
Refrigeration and Cryogenic Systems
Specialized Insulation Systems
Jacketing Fabrication- Piping and Fittings
Jacketing Fabrication-Vessels and Equipment
Sheet Metal Lagging
TOTAL HOURS
*DOL apprenticeship program standards recommend 144 hours related instruction per leveland/or year.
