Fitter and Welder Refresher

This refresher course is practical for fitters and welders to understand the key competencies required offshore, such as advanced fitting/welding techniques, general tools safety, blueprint reading, and industry standards. Practical exercises will provide confidence in handling offshore projects, including guidance on how to identify and correct welding defects so that quality and efficiency can be maintained.

Course Code: 122
Category: Port and Marine

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Course overview

Fitter and Welder Refresher training provides the overall necessary training a person needs that is appointed with overall responsibility for ensuring the safety of the worksite. The course will provide performing authorities, with the knowledge and ability needed to manage, control, and direct work processes. The aim course is to understand legal responsibilities, identify worksite hazards and take the initiative to eliminate these, conduct formal risk assessments, and apply safe work practices. The participants will also be taken through how to monitor ongoing work, respond to changes in conditions, and ensure good communication and handovers. Course suitable for personnel currently in or about to enter a Performing Authority role.


This 40-hour Refresher course encompasses updated current offshore industry standards, HSE protocols, tool safety, advanced techniques of welding and fitting, and compliance with AWS and ASME standards. Coursework includes hands-on training in welding and fitting, blueprint reading, rigging, and structural fabrication. Trainees are taught how to confidently handle offshore projects, detect and correct defects in welds, and enhance productivity. Practical training is emphasized wherein the participants are allowed to practice welding and fitting for offshore projects in areas of pipe fitting, structural assemblies, and equipment maintenance. It will also teach the participant how, under the guidance of instructors, to find out common weld defects and the respective corrections in order to improve quality and productivity. 

What will I learn?

  • 1. Introduction to Offshore Fitting and Welding
  • 2. Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Protocols
  • 3. Tools and Equipment Familiarization
  • 4. Metal Cutting and Preparation Techniques
  • 5. Welding Techniques and Procedures
  • 6. Pipe Fitting and Alignment
  • 7. Blueprint Reading and Technical Drawings
  • 8. Structural Fabrication and Installation
  • 9. Welding Defects and Troubleshooting
  • 10. Offshore Welding Codes and Standards
  • 11. Maintenance and Repair Techniques
  • 12. Marine, Offshore, Rigging and Lifting Operations
  • 13. Environmental Awareness in Offshore Welding and Fitting
  • 14. Advanced Welding Technologies
  • 15. Personal protective gears during welding and fitting activities
  • 16. Soft Skills and Teamwork in fitting and welding projects
Requirements
  • Basic Qualification: Certified Fitter, Welder, or Technician.
  • Work Experience: Relevant practical experience in fitting or welding.
  • Previous Training: Completion of initial Fitter or Welder training.
  • Health and Safety Knowledge: Familiarity with safety practices.
  • Employer Authorization: Approval from your organization.
  • Refresher Due: Training required as per validity period or competency review.
  • Target Audience: Fitters, welders, and technicians working in Ports, Marine, and Industries.
Curriculum for this course
0 Lessons 40:00:00 Hours
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  • Duration: 40:00:00 Hours
  • Online
  • Conducted for the Industrial, Marine and Offshore requirements as per OSHA & ASTM guidelines
  • Access Period: 6 Months