incidents and accidents recording
The methods to report and record incidents and accidents in the workplace.
Agricultural inspectors monitor agricultural operations in farms and other agricultural facilities. They inspect activities such as health and safety measures, costs and production processes to ensure that workers and their activities comply with proper legislation and standards. Agricultural inspectors also analyse and report on their findings.
Competences and skills
45 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 6 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencessustainable agricultural production principles
Principles and conditions of organic and sustainable agricultural production.
green
Cross-sector
4 competencesagronomical production principles
The techniques, methods and principles of conventional agronomical production.
environmental legislation in agriculture and forestry
Awareness on environmental legislation, policies, principles relevant for agriculture and forestry. Awareness of the impact on the environment of local agricultural procedures and practices. Means to adjust the production to new environmental regulations and policies.
green
health, safety and hygiene legislation
The set of health, safety and hygiene standards and items of legislation applicable in a specific sector.
pollution prevention
The processes used to prevent pollution: precautions to pollution of the environment, procedures to counter pollution and associated equipment, and possible measures to protect the environment.
green
Essential skills and competences 12 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencescommunicate health and safety measures
Inform about applicable rules, guidelines and measures to avoid accidents and hazards in the workplace.
enforce sanitation procedures
Ensure standards of sanitation and cleanliness essential to effective control of fungi and other parasites under intensive culture conditions. Obtain uncontaminated fish and eggs by strict sanitary procedures and avoidance of carrier fish. Supervise the isolation and identification of the agent with specific immune antiserum.
perform inspection analysis
Investigate and report on inspection procedures, techniques, equipment and materials.
Cross-sector
9 competencesanalyse business processes
Study the contribution of the work processes to the business goals and monitor their efficiency and productivity.
collect samples for analysis
Collect samples of materials or products for laboratory analysis.
- Scope note
- Follow the procedures required for the collection of materials and products for laboratory analysis.
conduct environmental surveys
Conduct surveys in order to collect information for analysis and management of environmental risks within an organisation or in a wider context.
green
ensure compliance with legal requirements
Guarantee compliance with established and applicable standards and legal requirements such as specifications, policies, standards or law for the goal that organisations aspire to achieve in their efforts.
follow up complaint reports
Follow up complaints or accident reports in order to take adequate measures to solve problems. Contact the relevant authorities or internal staff to provide solutions in various situations.
identify hazards in the workplace
Perform safety audits and inspections on workplaces and workplace equipment. Ensure that they meet safety regulations and identify hazards and risks.
monitor work site
Regularly ensure that working conditions on site meet health and safety requirements; ensure that the proposed work will not pose a threat to the physical integrity of others.
undertake inspections
Undertake safety inspections in areas of concern to identify and report potential hazards or security breaches; take measures to maximise safety standards.
write work-related reports
Compose work-related reports that support effective relationship management and a high standard of documentation and record keeping. Write and present results and conclusions in a clear and intelligible way so they are comprehensible to a non-expert audience.
Optional knowledge 10 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
8 competencesagricultural equipment
The offered agricultural machinery and equipment products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
agricultural raw materials, seeds and animal feed products
The offered agricultural raw materials, seeds and animal feed products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
budgetary principles
Principles of estimating and planning of forecasts for business activity, compile regular budget and reports.
cost management
The process of planning, monitoring and adjusting the expenses and revenues of a business in order to achieve cost efficiency and capability.
European pesticide legislation
The EU framework for community action which promotes the sustainable use of pesticides.
green
food safety principles
Scientific background of food safety which includes preparation, handling, and storage of food to minimise the risk of foodborne illness and other health hazards.
horticulture principles
The standard horticultural practices, including but not limited to planting, pruning, corrective pruning, and fertilisation.
quality criteria for storage facilities
Quality criteria for storage facilities such as safe locking systems, ventilation, regularly inspected fireproofing systems, etc.
Cross-sector
2 competencesagricultural chemicals
The production and characteristics of agricultural chemicals such as fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides or insecticides.
animal welfare
Universally recognized animal welfare needs as applied to species, situation and occupation. These are: need for a suitable environment need for a suitable diet need to be able to exhibit normal behaviour patterns need to be housed with, or apart, from other animals need to be protected from pain, suffering, injury and disease.
green
Optional skills and competences 17 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
9 competencesadvise on soil and water protection
Advise on methods to protect soil and water sources against pollution such as nitrate leaching which is responsible for soil erosion.
green
analyse environmental data
Analyse data that interpret correlations between human activities and environmental effects.
green
check payrolls
Control and ensure employees are being paid correctly by their employers.
develop agricultural production plans
Develop plans for planting, calculate crop input requirements for all stages of the growth.
- Scope note
- It may include planning of sow and breed plants, weed, pest and disease control, pruning and crop thinning.
inspect animal welfare management
Monitor animal health and welfare management and husbandry, and analyse risk factors in relation to animal health, disease and welfare status.
- Scope note
- Including risk factors in relationship to animal health nutrition.
manage farm supplies
Manage farm supplies by taking care of the purchase and storing procedures. Select and purchase supplies and equipment such as seeds, livestock feed, fertilisers and farm machinery.
monitor crops
Monitor the growth of the crops to ensure the crops are free from diseases, harmful chemicals and organisms.
perform food safety checks
Carry out food safety checks in order to assure compliance with requirements, regulations, and other good food manufacturing practices.
provide advice to farmers
Provide technical and economical advice in order to optimise the quality and production of agricultural products.
Cross-sector
8 competencesassess environmental impact
Monitor environmental impacts and carry out assessments in order to identify and to reduce the organisation's environmental risks while taking costs into account.
green
collect weather-related data
Gather data from satellites, radars, remote sensors, and weather stations in order to obtain information about weather conditions and phenomena.
digital
conduct field work
Conducts field work or research which is the collection of information outside of a laboratory or workplace setting. Visit places in order to collect specific information about the field.
gather data
Extract exportable data from multiple sources.
digital
inspect machinery
Check machine equipment for proper performance and detect faults and malfunctions. Diagnose malfunctions using testing equipment to determine the required repair.
keep task records
Organise and classify records of prepared reports and correspondence related to the performed work and progress records of tasks.
manage maintenance operations
Oversee maintenance activities, making sure that staff is following procedures and ensuring routine and periodic refurbishment and maintenance activities.
present evidence
Present evidence in a criminal or civil case to others, in a convincing and appropriate manner, in order to reach the right or most beneficial solution.