health and safety in the workplace
The body of rules, procedures and regulations related to safety, health and welfare of people in their workplace.
Firework assemblers create explosive devices, coloured lights and set pieces for use as fireworks. They follow blueprints or pictures, fabricate various powders, put powder into casings or tubes, assemble all parts and inspects the final product.
Competences and skills
21 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
2 competencespyrotechnic articles legislation
The legal rules surrounding pyrotechnics and pyrotechnic materials.
Essential skills and competences 9 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
9 competencesbuild pyrotechnical devices
Build devices needed for the pyrotechnical effects in a performance.
handle explosives
Handle explosives in accordance with explosives law, including tracking and control of the magazine.
obtain pyrotechnic permits
Obtain the appropriate administrative permits and licences for use and transport of pyrotechnics and weapons.
operate pyrotechnical control
Take the necessary steps to operate pyrotechnical effects during a performance.
plan pyrotechnical effects
Plan the pyrotechnical effects for a performance. Develop an artistic vision into a plan, taking safety into account.
set up pyrotechnical equipment
Make sure the pyrotechnic equipment for a performance is set up and ready for operation.
store pyrotechnical materials
Safely store materials used for pyrotechnical stage effects and the produced trays of pyrotechnics sorting them according to the processing date.
test pyrotechnical effects
Test pyrotechnical effects before a performance to make sure they work smoothly and safely.
work safely with pyrotechnical materials in a performance environment
Take necessary precautions while preparing, transporting, storing, installing and operating with pyrotechnical materials and explosives of class T1 and T2.
Cross-sector
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Optional knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceexplosives
Behaviour of explosives, pyrotechnics and blasting techniques. Associated risks and legal requirements.
Cross-sector
1 competencehandling of dangerous goods
The handling procedures for a variety of potentially dangerous materials, such as explosives, flammable or toxic gases, flammable solids/liquids, infectious substances, radioactive substances, etc.
Optional skills and competences 8 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencesadapt artistic plan to location
Adjust plans to other locations with regards to the artistic concept.
ensure appropriate packaging of dangerous goods
Know that packaging for different types of dangerous goods (other than for limited and excepted quantities) must be designed and constructed to UN specification standards and pass practical transport related tests, such as being dropped, stored in a stack, and being subjected to pressure. It must also meet the needs of the materials it is to contain. Packaging must be certified by a competent authority.
identify customer's needs
Use appropriate questions and active listening in order to identify customer expectations, desires and requirements according to product and services.
monitor powdered ingredients
Monitor the batch and the ingredients, ensuring the weights and measures are conforming to the specified formula.
Cross-sector
4 competencesapply flame handling regulations
Apply the laws and organisation rules for the safe storage and use of flammables.
mix treating materials
Mix treating materials including reagents, catalysts and various chemicals.
read standard blueprints
Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.
transport dangerous goods
Classify, pack, mark, label and document dangerous goods, such as explosive materials, gases and flammable liquids. Adhere to international and national regulations.