Education. We think its just Vision!

1. COPYRIGHT 2000-2011 THOMAS INSULATION CORPORATION - 8401 GATEWAY TERRACE - OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73149
We think it’s just vision
Insulator Education.
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2. COPYRIGHT 2000-2011 THOMAS INSULATION CORPORATION - 8401 GATEWAY TERRACE - OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73149
De nitions to Know
Insulator Apprentice. FIND OUT MORE AT WWW.THOMASINSULATION.COM
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APPRENTICE This individual is recognized by his/her employer as
An apprentice is any individual employed by the being fully quali ed to perform the work of the trade,
Employer/Sponsor meeting the quali cations craft or occupation.
described in the Standards of Apprenticeship who has
signed an Apprenticeship Agreement with the ON-THE-JOB LEARNING (OJL): Tasks learned on the job
Employer/Sponsor providing for training and related in which the apprentice must become pro cient
instruction under these Standards, and who is before a completion certi cate is awarded. The
registered with the Registration Agency. learning must be through structured, supervised work
experience.
JOURNEY WORKER:
A recognized level of competency as recognized CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
within the industry. Use of the term may also refer to a The Certi cate of Completion of Apprenticeship issued
mentor, technician, specialist or other skilled worker - by the Registration Agency to those registered
or - An individual who has documented sufficient apprentices certi ed and documented as successfully
skills and knowledge of a trade, craft or occupation, completing the apprentice training requirements
either through formal apprenticeship or through outlined in these Standards of Apprenticeship.
practical on-the-job experience, and formal training.
Thomas Insulation Corporation maintains a drug-free work force. A no-tolerance policy is part of your apprenticeship commitment. Random drug testing in accordance with Thomas Insulation Corporation employee handbook applies

3. COPYRIGHT 2000-2011 THOMAS INSULATION CORPORATION - 8401 GATEWAY TERRACE - OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73149
Insulator Apprenticeship
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The length of the apprenticeship program will be three (3) years with an
on-the-job training (OJL) attainment of forty- ve hundred (4500) hours
supplemented by the required hours of related instruction as stated on
the Work Processes and Related Instruction Outlines.
Full credit will be given for the probationary period.
Apprentice Insulation Workers will receive training and perform work in
the following:
• Apply, remove, and repair insulation on industrial
equipment, pipes, ductwork, or other mechanical
systems such as heat exchangers, tanks, and vessels, to
help control noise and maintain temperatures.
• Cover, seal, or nish insulated surfaces or access holes
with plastic covers, canvas strips, sealants, tape, cement
or asphalt mastic.
• Determine the amounts and types of insulation needed,
and methods of installation, based on factors such as
location, surface shape, and equipment use.
• Fit insulation around obstructions, shape insulating
materials and protective coverings as required.
• Install sheet metal around insulated pipes with screws in
order to protect the insulation from weather conditions
or physical damage.
• Measure and cut insulation for covering surfaces, using
tape measures, handsaws, knives, and scissors.
• Prepare surfaces for insulation application by brushing
or spreading on adhesives, cement, or asphalt, or by
attaching metal pins to surfaces.
• Read blueprints and speci cations to determine job
requirements.
• Select appropriate insulation such as berglass,
Styrofoam, or cork, based on the heat retaining or
excluding characteristics of the material.

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The work process schedule consists of 5 modules and a minimum of 4,500 REFRIGERATION AND LOW TEMPERATURES
training hours and includes Commercial, Industrial, Refrigeration & Low The refrigeration and low temperature module consists of piping, vessel
Temperatures, Prefabrication and Safety procedures. and equipment (not including space insulation). Total hours 225.
COMMERCIAL PREFABRICATION
The commercial module consists of plumbing-heating-air conditioning The prefabrication module consists of ttings, head covers and related
(duct covering and linings including plenums) Total hours 2,250 work. Total hours 675.
INDUSTRIAL AND PROCESS PLANT SAFETY
The industrial and process plant module consists of piping, vessels, The safety module consists of on the job safety related work practices.
equipment and so forth. Total hours 900. Total hours 450.
0 hours
563 hours
COMMERCIAL
1,125 hours
INDUSTRIAL
1,688 hours
REFRIG & LOW TEMP
PREFAB
2,250 hours
SAFETY
Work Process Component
Work Schedule. FIND OUT MORE AT WWW.THOMASINSULATION.COM
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*Training hours subject to revision based upon current required standards

5. COPYRIGHT 2000-2011 THOMAS INSULATION CORPORATION - 8401 GATEWAY TERRACE - OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73149
Related Instruction Hours Component
Speci cation Intepretation
Related Schedule.
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The related instruction hours schedule consists of 432 training hours and includes the following
core subjects:
1st Year Apprentices
Welding Equipment 144 hours INSULATION SALES: +1 (405) 634 7100
Blueprint Reading Mathematics
Sheet Metal Layout
History & Knowledge
Safety and First Aid
Application Tech Basics Power and Hand Tools
Use of Insulating Material Basics
Shop Fabric Tech
Shop Fabric Technique
Power & Hand Tools
128 hours Use of Insulating Material Basics
Safety & First Aid Application Technique Basics
Mathematics
History and Knowledge
112 hours TOTAL 1ST YEAR RELATED INSTRUCTION HOURS 144
2nd Year Apprentices
Mathematics
96 hours Safety and First Aid
Power and Hand Tools
Sheet Metal Layout
Blueprint Reading
Welding Equipment (Stud and Pin Guns)
80 hours Speci cation Interpretation
Shop Fabric Technique
TOTAL 2ND YEAR RELATED INSTRUCTION HOURS 144
64 hours
3rd Year Apprentices
Safety and First Aid
Power and Hand Tools
48 hours Sheet Metal Layout
Blueprint Reading
Welding Equipment (Stud and Pin Guns)
Speci cation Interpretation
Shop Fabric Technique
32 hours Use of Insulating Material
Basic Application Technique
TOTAL 3RD YEAR RELATED INSTRUCTION HOURS 144
16 hours Year 3
Year 2
0 hours Year 1
*Training hours subject to revision based upon current required standards

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Minimum requirements to apply
Your Quali cations. FIND OUT MORE AT WWW.THOMASINSULATION.COM
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Apprentices must have a valid driver's license
and not be less than 18 years of age. A high
school diploma or GED equivalency is required.
Applicant must provide an official transcript(s)
for high school and post high school education
and training.
All GED records must be submitted if
applicable. Applicants must submit a DD-214
to verify military training and/or experience if
they are a veteran and wish to receive
consideration for such training/experience.
Applicants will be physically capable of
performing the essential functions of the
apprenticeship program, with or without a
reasonable accommodation, and without
posing a direct threat to the health and safety
of the individual or others.

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Minimum requirements to succeed
Your Commitment. FIND OUT MORE AT WWW.THOMASINSULATION.COM
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The apprenticeship is a three-year obligation with nancial commitment. You have to posses
the will and stamina to be successful in completing the program. Get more information online
at www.thomasinsulation.com/education.
About Us: Thomas Insulation is specialized in bringing you mechanical insulation solutions
including insulation services, products and education. We sell commercial and industrial
insulation as well as apply it to exposed surfaces of commercial & industrial equipment,
buildings, etc. We also educate future insulators.