Select and use appropriate tools equipment, materials and techniques to service and repair watch movements: dismantle the movement ensure components are in a suitable condition for re-assembly specify replacement components re- assemble, lubricate and adjust the movement components ensure the serviced movement meets the company’s and manufacturer’s specification. gaskets, glasses, pushers) reseal watch cases. Select and use appropriate tools, equipment and techniques to open different types of watch cases remove / replace watch movements refinish polished and grained surfaces of the watch case and bracelet specify replacement components prepare and reassemble components (e.g. Select and use appropriate test equipment and use structured observation to determine the condition of watch movements, cases and bracelets decide appropriate levels of intervention cost and seek approval for work record test results, observations and outcomes in accordance with company policy. Maintain tools and equipment in an appropriate condition to undertake the servicing procedures for watchmaking. Interpret and understand manufacturers’ technical documentation (specifications, drawings, assembly procedures) and other written and verbal instructions for the servicing of watches. ![]() What is required - the watchmaker will be able toĭemonstrate safe working practices when using tools, equipment and materials to achieve and maintain a safe working environment identify and minimise hazards and risks in the working environment. The company’s and manufacturer’s procedures for maintaining quality standards and record keeping. mainsprings, wheels, jewels, shock resistant settings). gear trains, springs, jewels) the procedures for cleaning, preparing and storing watch components the specification of replacement watch components (e.g. The function, construction and operational principles of quartz and mechanical watch movements the characteristics of components (e.g. The Service and Repair of Watch Movements gaskets, glasses, pushers) the standards for water resistance. two piece, three piece, pushers, stems, gaskets) the approaches for securing movements to watch cases the specification of replacement watch case components (e.g. The construction and materials used for different types of watch cases and bracelets (e.g. The Refurbishment of Watch Cases and Bracelets The procedures for the identification of operational faults in watches using a range of results from test equipment and the visual assessment of the condition and operation of watch movement components, watch cases and bracelets the principles for determining appropriate levels of intervention, costing and seeking approval for work (with both customer and company). screwdrivers, tweezers, case opening tools, test equipment for quartz and mechanical watches, test equipment for water resistance). The construction, function, operational principles and maintenance of tools, equipment and materials required for watchmaking (e.g. COSHH, PPE) and company regulations for conforming to Health and Safety at Work Regulations the benefit of risk analysis to ensure the safety of self and others when using tools, equipment and materials during work processes the benefit of safe and sustainable disposal of waste materials and cleaning fluids. The application of health and safety legislation (e.g. What is required – the watchmaker will know and understand Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours for Watchmaking: A watchmaker services watches within the range from quartz to automatic, ether as a sole trader, working for a small business such as a jeweller, or part of a team of watchmakers employed by a large service company. The work is of a very delicate and skilled nature and requires the use of hand and machine tools and complex test equipment to service and adjust the movement and refurbish the case so that the watch meets manufacturer’s standards and is water resistant to the specified pressure. Watchmaker Reference Number: ST0395 Details of standard Occupational profileĪ watchmaker is someone who is able to use their skill and labour to service and repair a range of watches including, quartz and mechanical, both manual winding and automatic.
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