Carry out motor vehicle body metal inert gas (MIG) brazing operations

Overview & Purpose

What This Standard Covers

This standard outlines the procedures and techniques for effectively performing MIG brazing in motor vehicle body repair, focusing on the correct joining of materials without melting the parent metals.

Performance Criteria

• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensure it’s fit for purpose.
• Protect the vehicle and its contents effectively during operations.
• Prepare and align materials for suitable joins according to manufacturer procedures.
• Select, set up, and utilize the correct tools and equipment.
• Ensure tools, equipment, and PPE are in a safe working condition.
• Set up equipment, checking gas/filler wire suitability and correct parameters.
• Follow recognized methods, test procedures, and legal requirements during operations.
• Avoid damage to vehicle components and inspect weld quality.
• Record joint types and safeguard repaired areas against corrosion.
• Report faults and delays promptly and maintain accurate work records.

Knowledge & Understanding Requirements

• Health, safety, and legal requirements related to MIG brazing.
• Workplace procedures for problem referral and report delays.
• Required standards for work completion and vehicle protection.
• Importance of PPE selection, maintenance, and storage.
• Various repair methods and the effects of poor understanding.
• Tool selection and surface preparation methods for effective joints.
• Types of quality control checks, defects, and inspection standards.
• Differences between MIG brazing and other welding techniques.
• Understanding of electromagnetic fields and their medical device implications.

Relevent Roles

• Accident Repair Technicians
• Body Repair and Alignment Technician (Automotive)
• Body Repair Technician (Automotive)