safe street sweeping procedures in traffic
Practices related to sweeping streets in traffic in a safely manner, respecting traffic rules and stationary places.
Street sweepers operate sweeping equipment and machinery to remove waste, leaves or debris from streets. They maintain records of sweeping operations and maintain, clean and perform minor repairs to the equipment used.
Competences and skills
26 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 4 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceSector-specific
1 competencedischarge of collected waste
The procedures to be followed to discharge the collected waste safely and in the designated place for doing this. Waste incineration treatments are excluded.
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Cross-sector
2 competencescleaning industry health and safety measures
Preventive and interventional methods used in the cleaning industry to maintain health and safety for all workers and tertiary persons.
local geography
The range of physical and geographical properties and descriptions of a local area, by street names and not only.
Essential skills and competences 9 competences
Occupation specific
3 competencesmaintain street sweeping machine
Monitor sweeper to ensure a good operating condition by checking fuel levels, air pressure, and hydraulic systems.
operate mechanical street sweeping equipment
Use and adjust accordingly mechanical equipment such as vacuums, guards, sprayer or water hoses used to eliminate street debris.
vacuum street debris
Use vacuum machinery to collect and remove waste or leaves in urban areas.
Sector-specific
1 competencemanage waste rock
Move the collected debris and waste to the designated collection point and dispose it according to legal and organisational requirements.
Cross-sector
5 competencescarry out pressure washing activities
Use high pressure equipment in order to clean areas, surfaces and materials.
ensure compliance with waste legislative regulations
Implement and monitor company procedures for the collection, transport and disposal of waste, in compliance with all regulations and legal requirements.
maintain cleaning equipment
Clean and preserve the equipment and material used for cleaning purposes in a proper state.
perform outdoor cleaning activities
Adapt the cleaning working methods and procedures to the environmental conditions and adapt to weather conditions such as rain, strong wind or snow, when this affects the performance of the equipment or machinery that is being used.
use personal protection equipment
Make use of protection equipment according to training, instruction and manuals. Inspect the equipment and use it consistently.
Optional knowledge 3 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencegraffiti removal techniques
Methods, materials and procedures to remove graffiti posts from public surfaces: identifying the surface type and material to be removed, selecting a removal method and chemical substances and applying a protective coating layer.
Cross-sector
2 competencesmechanics
Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.
waste transport legislation
Regulations and legislation concerning the safe transportation of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials, products, and appliances.
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Optional skills and competences 10 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceperform street cleaning manually
Clean urban public spaces such as streets by manual means, using brushes, brooms or rakes, as required by the working procedures and when other equipment is not able to do so.
Sector-specific
2 competencesclean confined spaces
Perform required cleaning activities in enclosed or partially enclosed spaces which pose risks to human health and safety such as tanks, wells, manholes and open ditches. Take all the preventive measures required when working in such spaces.
perform emergency street clean ups
Respond appropriately to emergency cases for cleaning streets after accidents, manifestations or heavy snow fall.
Cross-sector
7 competencesadapt to different weather conditions
Cope with regular exposure to extreme weather conditions and hazardous environments.
carry out cleaning of road drains
Remove leaves, litter, and other debris to prevent blockages in drains and sewers.
complete report sheets of activity
Keep written records of the service provided on a regular or punctual basis, with explicit hours of work performed and signature.
drive vehicles
Be able to drive vehicles; have the approapriate type of driving license according to the type of motor vehicle used.
handle chemical cleaning agents
Ensure proper handling, storage, management and disposal of cleaning chemicals (CIP) in accordance with regulations.
- Scope note
- The chemicals include hazardous materials.
operate motorised street sweeping machine
Use motorised street sweeping equipment to sweep gutters and streets.
perform cleaning activities in an environmentally friendly way
Undertake all cleaning duties in a manner which minimises environmental damage, follow methods that lessen pollution and wastage of resources.
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