WJA – Surface Preparation (SP)
Minimum 4-hour session (Subject to Class Size and Qualifying Criteria)
The WJA Surface Preparation Water Jetting Module (SP) is a minimum 4-hour session aimed at individuals operating surface preparation jetting equipment and those managing and designing tasks involving water jetting equipment. It is mandatory for individuals to have completed the Safety Awareness course prior to attending this session. The course equips participants with the knowledge and understanding of surface preparation through theoretical and practical assessments, covering operational skills, equipment safety, and more.
The training, which involves a balance of theory in a classroom environment and practical exercises using live water jetting equipment, focuses on minimizing the hazards and risks involved in surface preparation. It is open to new operational candidates, individuals refreshing their WJA card, managers, supervisors, site owners, permit issuers, and health and safety managers/officers. The course aims to ensure compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and emphasizes the necessity for comprehensive knowledge and understanding to operate water jetting equipment safely.
The pressures WILL EXCEED 275 bar (4,000 psi) and candidates must be able to comfortably control the jetting accessories, this includes managing reaction force through manual handling. The training does NOT cover works that involves confined space entry into chambers, tanks, wet wells, or vessels. To carry out work in these conditions, operatives must have a recognised confined space entry course.
The comprehensive training covers various topics included within the Blue Code of Practice (Blue COP), equipment checks and defects, nozzle types and selection, reaction force, Ultra-High Pressure (UHP), abrasives, grit blasting vs water jetting, typical injuries, health and safety protocols, and practical assessments on surface preparation. Delegates completing the course will gain a deep understanding of surface preparation hazards, health and safety protocols, equipment checks, and the necessary actions to prevent water jetting injuries.
Pre-course requirements include being at least 18 years of age and having a good understanding of English. The course is designed for candidates seeking to renew their cards or new candidates wanting to add the Surface Preparation Module (SP) to their card.
Pre-course requirements include being at least 18 years of age and having a good understanding of English. The course is designed for candidates seeking to renew their cards or new candidates wanting to add the Surface Preparation Module (SP) to their card.
Key Features
- Facilitated Group discussions
- Question and Answer sessions
- Review of accidents in the industry
- Use of personal knowledge within the training group which is facilitated by the instructor.
candidate outcomes
This course will equip delegates with the tools to:
- Receive a copy of the WJA blue code of practice and review best practice contained within the code.
- Understand the hazards involved when using surface preparation accessories.
- Cleaning a surface by utilising safe use of a jetting gun.
- Understand health and safety and the hierarchy of control when applied to a water jetting task.
- Have knowledge of the potential injury that can be caused by a water jet / pressurised system failure.
- Understand daily checks and identify hazards on equipment prior to start up.
- Understand what makes a competent team when cleaning high pressure and ultra high-pressure equipment.
- Understanding how to prevent a water jetting injury and action taken as specified in the blue code of practice.
- Understand what we need to do to leave the area safe & secure.
