quality criteria for storage facilities
Quality criteria for storage facilities such as safe locking systems, ventilation, regularly inspected fireproofing systems, etc.
Pesticide mixers operate and maintain machines that mix chemical ingredients in dry or liquid state, in order to produce insecticides, fungicides, rodenticides or herbicides, making sure the end product is according to formula.
Competences and skills
21 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceCross-sector
1 competenceenvironmental policy
Local, national and international policies dealing with the promotion of environmental sustainability and the development of projects which reduce negative environmental impact and improve the state of the environment.
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Essential skills and competences 6 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceprepare chemical ingredients
Prepare the ingredients according to formula by measuring and weighting the chemical ingredients such as caustic, solvents, emulsions, peroxide.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
5 competencesfill the mixing tank
Fill the mixing tank with the chemical ingredients, allowing also the water through the valves at the indicated mark on the tank wall.
mix chemicals
Mix chemical substances safely according to recipe, using the proper dosages.
mix treating materials
Mix treating materials including reagents, catalysts and various chemicals.
monitor manufacturing impact
Check the impact of manufacturing machinery on the environment, analysing temperature levels, water quality and air pollution.
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monitor valves
Monitor and accordingly adjust the valves in order to allow a specific amount of liquids (such as ammonia sulfuric acid or viscous soap) or steam into the mixer or machine.
Optional knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencepests and diseases
Types of pests and diseases and the principles of spreading and treating them.
Cross-sector
1 competencehazardous waste storage
The regulations and procedures surrounding the safekeeping of materials and substances which pose health and safety risks.
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Optional skills and competences 11 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceperform mathematical calculations in pest management
Make calculations to prepare the appropriate dose of pest control substance, in accordance to the surface affected and the type of rodent or insect in question.
Sector-specific
5 competencesclean mixer
Perform the cleaning of mixers in order to prepare them for mixing different types of compounds.
feed fertilizer mixer
Feed the fertiliser mixer with dry materials from the storage hopper by pulling the lever.
maintain inventory of pesticides
Keep track of the remaining supplies in order to ensure continuity and availability of the necessary pesticides.
monitor powdered ingredients
Monitor the batch and the ingredients, ensuring the weights and measures are conforming to the specified formula.
tend insecticide mixer
Tend the mixer and equipment used in order to produce insecticides, fungicides or pesticides according to specified formula.
Cross-sector
5 competencesadvise on chemical use reduction
Provide advice to reduce the use of chemicals such as pesticides, the emissions of various chemical substances to limit their impact on the environment, as well as shorten their risk for people. Keep up to date with regulations and policies in the field.
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dispose of non-hazardous waste
Dispose of waste materials which pose no risk to health and safety in a manner which complies with recycling and waste management procedures except for waste incineration.
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handle chemicals
Safely handle industrial chemicals; use them efficiently and ensure that no harm is done to the environment.
prepare chemical samples
Prepare the specific samples such as gas, liquid or solid samples in order for them to be ready for analysis, labeling and storing samples according to specifications.
write batch record documentation
Write reports on the manufactured batches history taking into account the raw data, tests performed and compliance to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) of each batch of product.