Commercial thermal insulation operative
Construction and the built environment
Level 2 -
Applying insulation and cladding materials.
Reference: OCC0333
Status:
SOC 2020 sub unit groups:
- 8159/08 Insulation engineers
- 9129/05 Insulation labourers
Technical Education Products
Employers involved in creating the standard:
Cambridge Regional College, Altrad, CGB Humbertherm, Envirotherm, Essex Thermal, Kaefer Ltd, Powertherm Contract Services, TICA
Summary
This occupation is found within the Construction industry. Depending upon the industry sector Commercial Thermal Insulation Operatives may work on a diverse range of sites including:
- process Plants (Chemical, food, brewing etc)
- commercial Construction sites (Offices, Hotels, Schools, Leisure & Hospitals etc)
- shipyards
- power Generation (Oil, Gas, Nuclear etc)
The broad purpose of the occupation for Thermal Insulation Operative is to apply insulation materials and pre-formed metal cladding or other finishing materials for the prevention of heat loss, heat gain, energy efficiency and personnel protection either on a construction site or within a workshop.
In their daily work a commercial thermal insulation operative will be involved in the installation and application of appropriate thermal insulation materials, considering the specific surface types and the changing temperature and site conditions. The operative will apply pre-formed metal cladding or other finishing materials in line with the job specification and site instructions. When in a refurbishment environment, additional preparation tasks may be required e.g. removal of existing materials, cleaning down of and appropriate preparation of surfaces.
An employee in this occupation can expect to work under supervision, or where appropriate, on their own initiative.
Employers involved in creating the standard:
Cambridge Regional College, Altrad, CGB Humbertherm, Envirotherm, Essex Thermal, Kaefer Ltd, Powertherm Contract Services, TICA
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Knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs)
Duties
Duty D1
Work in compliance with occupational health, safety and environmental requirements to ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of self and others at all times. Use the correct Personal Protective Equipment in line with organisational procedures, site requirements and key legislation. Report in a timely manner any non compliances to the appropriate person
Duty D2
Carry out their work conforming to all current and relevant regulations, quality standards and work instructions
Duty D3
Develop and maintain good occupational working relationships in the workplace
Duty D4
Read specifications and data sheets to complete insulating tasks
Duty D5
Select suitable equipment and plan own operational activity
Duty D6
Maintain a clear and safe worksite at all times, disposing of waste appropriately and adopt sustainable and environmentally friendly working practices
Duty D7
Undertake installation of insulation and pre-formed metal cladding or other finishing materials in line with project specification
Duty D8
Keep accurate records and have an understanding of reporting procedures
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Construction and the built environment