TRANSFORMING WELDING AS A SKILL

Introduction
Virtual Reality (VR) is a simulated experience that can be similar to, or completely different from the real world. This computer-generated simulation of a three-dimensional environment can be interacted with in a seemingly real or physical way by a person using special electronic equipment such as a helmet with a screen inside or gloves fitted with sensors.

PROBLEM STATEMENT
The current training of welders in Kenya is largely unsafe – owing to occupational health and safety hazards such as eye damage, burns and inhalation of poisonous gases. Secondly, the cost of training is high due to wastage of material, the long training duration, and expenses of raw materials such as gas. To control the cost of training, trainees are usually given up to 3 trials, leaving little room for error. If they are unsuccessful, they are deemed not good enough. Many welders are also good at their craft but are uncertified, hence companies opt to import skilled labour, especially for big projects.

Training with Technology – Our Digital Approach
