This unit specifies the performance evidence, skills and knowledge  required to use oxy-acetylene equipment to make welds and cuts, and to rectify any defects and distortions as part of plumbing tasks.

This unit applies to plumbing pre-apprentices who under close supervision and guidance, develop a defined and limited range of skills and knowledge in preparing them for entering the working environment within the plumbing industry. They use little judgement and follow instructions specified by the supervisor. On entering the industry, it is intended that further training will be required for this specific skill to ensure trade level standard for a registered plumber.

No occupational licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification 

requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication