This is an introductory course for those with little or no experience of leadwork. It covers basic bossing and welding, the two skills most commonly used by today’s leadworkers.
Bossing is the method used to shape and form lead sheet into complex shapes and joints without leaving tool marks or causing any significant reduction in the thickness of the metal. Welding is the alternative method for shaping lead and can also be used when sheets need to be joined together. Both methods must be achieved neatly and without compromising the weatherproofing quality of the installation. They demand a high degree of skill and knowledge.
This five day-course has two parts (each of approx. 2.5 days), though the course can be taken as two modular blocks each of three days. The reduction in time if taught as single course is a result of not having to undertake two induction briefings. If these courses are taken separately the are eligible for Tier 2 (£70 in 2018/19) completion grants.
Welding
Candidates will cover, and undertake:
- Butt Welding
- Lap Welding
- Cover Patch
- Fillet Welding
- Incline welding and gusset corner
- Pipe sleeve
- Front apron
- Welded back gutter
- Saddle flashings
Each element is checked to ensure quality and conformity to specification and best practice.
At the end of the Welding module, candidates are formally assessed on their fabrication of a Welded Back Gutter.
Bossing
Candidates will cover, and undertake:
- Half front apron
- Chute outlet
- Internal and External corners
Each element is checked to ensure quality and conformity to specification and best practice.
At the end of the Bossing module, candidates are formally assessed on forming a Bossed Back Gutter.
