A valid welder qualification certificate to weld in all positions without backing in at least one process, eg. 6G (H-L045) pipe weld without backing, or horizontal and vertical groove weld without backing.
Supporting document: Valid welder qualification record (proof of welding within the past 6month) in any welding process and material in 6g pipe or plate 4g and 3g welding without backing except aluminium where backing is allowed.
OR
National welder qualification: eg QCTO welder or Red Seal Welder certificate or equivalent within the same qualification ranges as No 1.
Supporting documents: Welder trade certificate
AND
The recommended minimum age of 20 years including 2 years working experience as plate or pipe welder.
Supporting documents: CV / reference letter from current or previous employer.