Lagger
- Classification
- Occupation
- Skill level
- 5
- Major group
- Labourers
Classification
- Major group
- 8Labourers
- Sub-major group
- 82Construction and Mining Labourers
- Minor group
- 821Construction and Mining Labourers
Description
Applies insulating materials such as felt, fibreglass, polyurethane and cork to pipes, steam generators, process vats and ducting, and secures insulation with wire, wire netting, staples, metal strapping and using welding torches.
Unit group
8219 · Other Construction and Mining LabourersDescription
This unit group covers Construction and Mining Labourers not elsewhere classified. It includes Driller's Offsiders, Laggers, Mining Support Workers, Rail Protection Officers, Railway Track Workers and Surveyor's Assistants.
Skill level
Australia
4; 5
Occupation skill level 5
Tasks
Tasks include
- Determines insulation requirements for pipes, steam generators, process vats and ducting
- Measures and cuts insulating materials to fit pipes, steam generators, process vats and ducting
- Secures insulation using tools or machinery
- Repairs or replaces damaged insulation
Occupations in this unit group
Sources
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/browse-classification/8/82/821/8219
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/data-downloads/OSCA%20Category%20Descriptions.xlsx