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LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS GREATER MICHIGAN 2017 INSTRUCTOR TRAINING PROGRAM August 12-18 – Ann Arbor The United Association returned to the campus of Washtenaw Community College in August for the UA Instructor Training Program. What follows is a recap of some of their training activities. CLASSES Methods in Teaching Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) This train-the-trainer course, specifically designed for local union welding instructors, covered advanced pipe welding techniques used in such applications as heavy wall piping and welding alloys. The course focused on “how to teach” advanced techniques of shielded metal arc welding and process variables for a variety of materials. This course provided local unions a means of preparing their apprentices and address industry’s welding needs. Operation of the UA Trailers UA student instructors learned how to present classes utilizing the equipment and trainers contained within the UA training trailers as they apply to the mechanical and plumbing systems. Installed and serviced by UA members, UA instructors learned the best practices for teaching with the training trailers. Trailer and equipment safety, proper setup and repacking, operation of the onboard generator, audio video systems, fuel, electrical and water hookups were covered. Training trailers covered in this course were: UA Plumbing Service Demonstration Training Trailer, the UA Welder Demonstration Training Trailer, the UA Sustainable Technologies Demonstration Training Trailer, the UA Trades Demonstration Training Trailer and the UA Service Tech Mobile Lab. The training trailer event scheduling and transportation policies were covered as well. OSHA 7110: Safe Bolting Practices Bolted joints are a part of virtually every industrial process. The proper assembly of the essential connections puts UA craftsmen in close proximity with powerful tools, extreme forces, hazardous materials, elevated temperatures, and pressures, often in dangerous places. Perhaps no other piping activity demands a greater degree of safety awareness and basic “best practices’ training. This NEW class included both lecture and a practical hands-on lab. The course was designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to safely and properly assemble bolted flange joints. The attendees learned how to inspect, assemble, and tighten bolted joint connections utilizing the industry required controlled bolting terminology, tooling and related technical areas including safety. Additionally, participants learned proficiency in power torqueing and tensioning. Course participants received an OSHA 7110 Certificate, providing them the ability to conduct bolted joint training at the local level. When this training is offered at the local training center, participating UA members will receive a UA/CPWR/Hytorc Completion Card. 8 Michigan Plumbing & Mechanical Contractor Winter 2017
Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) of Piping Welds GREATER MICHIGAN We are seeing more and more industrial projects using a new form of ultrasonic testing method to inspect piping welds in lieu of radiographic (x-ray) inspection. Compared with radiography, Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) offers the advantage of process control, as welds can be inspected soon after completion and feedback can be given rapidly to the welding crew. PAUT is superior to Radiographic Testing (RT) at finding lack of fusion defects, especially side wall lack of fusion, as well as cracks and incomplete penetration type root defects. This NEW course was designed to familiarize the participants in the basic principles behind Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing with a goal to become familiar with the displayed information and approaches to analyze test results for determining the location, size, and characterization of weld defects. In addition, the course addressed the key steps to passing PAUT weld inspections. The course curriculum included presentations, resources, and hands-on demonstrations of the PAUT equipment. LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) of Piping Welds The UA’s International Training Fund continues to increase the focus on recruiting underrepresented workers, including women, to address the growing workforce shortage and to expand opportunities for promising individuals. Their goal is to inspire women to apply for their apprenticeship programs. In an effort to inspire women to apply for the UA apprenticeship program, a Roundtable was held during the ITR. The purpose was to work jointly and help the UA find ways to overcome common misconceptions about the piping industry when it comes to recruiting women into our trade. Attendees were encouraged to give suggestions on how we can increase entering into the trades.The course curriculum included presentations, resources, and hands-on demonstrations of the PAUT equipment. OWNERS TOUR Winter 2017 Michigan Plumbing & Mechanical Contractor 9
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