Cable and Rope Splicer (Occupation Code : 651502)

The path to becoming a Cable and Rope Splicer

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Description

Maintain cables, ropes and wires on construction sites, buildings or other structures.

Tasks

Inspecting cables, ropes, wires, pulleys and other tackle for defects and damage and determining the necessity for repair or replacement.

Adjusting and maintaining cable tension carriages in proper alignment.

Installing, repairing, lubricating cables and ropes and fitting attachments to cables and ropes.

Splicing fibre and wire rope slings necessary for the movement and placement of heavy equipment.

Supervising the activities of work crews assigned to making emergency repairs to cables.

Operating overhead cranes in connection with cable maintenance and repair work as necessary.

Working as part of a team with other artisans including especially Riggers.

Alternate Occupation Names

Ropesman

Learning Pathways

No formal qualification 1

Step 1 : Admission requirements

No formal qualification

You don't need any formal schooling or formal qualifications to enter this occupation. However, employers may set their own entry requirements when they recruit people for positions in this occupation.

Step 2 : In-service training

In-service Training

Short courses, skills programmes and on-the-job training are offered by employers.