waste transport legislation
Regulations and legislation concerning the safe transportation of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials, products, and appliances.
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Sewerage cleaners maintain and clean sewerage systems and their pipes within communities. They remove blockages that stop the sewerage flow to ensure the smooth running of the systems.
Competences and skills
29 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 1 competence
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
1 competenceEssential skills and competences 11 competences
Occupation specific
2 competencesclean sewerage systems
Clear out and clean items that block the flow of sewerage in the sewerage system by hand or with a machine.
inspect sewerage systems
Determine and locate the cause of blockage in the sewerage system.
Sector-specific
1 competenceoperate sumps
Operate industrial sumps used to remove excess liquid such as water or chemicals.
Cross-sector
8 competencesapply health and safety standards
Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety established by respective authorities.
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.
ensure equipment maintenance
Ensure that the equipment required for operations is regularly checked for faults, that routine maintenance tasks are performed, and that repairs are scheduled and performed in the case of damage or flaws.
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.
manage waste
Manage or dispose of significant amounts of waste materials and/or hazardous materials, in accordance with legislation, thereby respecting environmental and company responsibilities. Ensure required licenses and permits are in place and reasonable management practices, industry standards, or commonly accepted farming practices followed.
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- Scope note
- Includes recycling regulations.
operate pumps
Operate industrial pumps used to remove excess liquid.
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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use personal protection equipment
Make use of protection equipment according to training, instruction and manuals. Inspect the equipment and use it consistently.
Optional knowledge 4 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesexcavation techniques
The methods to remove rock and soil, used in an excavation site and the associated risks.
types of pipelines
The various types of pipelines and their different usages including the differences between pipelines used to transport goods over short and long distances, and their respective feeding systems.
Cross-sector
2 competencespollution 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.
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water policies
The framework of policies, strategies, institutions, and regulations concerning water.
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Optional skills and competences 13 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
8 competencesclean industrial containers
Clean residual dirt particles from containers. Adapt cleaning process to the customer's requirements.
clear pipelines
Clear pipelines by pumping water or other substances through them, or wash the pipelines manually or using suitable machinery.
detect flaws in pipeline infrastructure
Detect flaws in pipeline infrastructure during construction or over the passage of time. Detect flaws such as construction defects, corrosion, ground movement, hot-tap made by error, and others.
inspect pipelines
Walk flow lines to identify damage or leaks; use electronic detection equipment and conduct visual inspections.
maintain septic tanks
Maintain effluent sewer systems which use septic tanks to collect sewage, and separate solid waste from it, from residential buildings or organisations. Perform routine maintenance tasks and cleaning duties, identify and repair faults.
operate drilling equipment
Operate a range of drilling equipment, pneumatic as well as electrical and mechanical. Tend drilling equipment, monitor and operate it, according to regulations. Safely and efficiently drill holes using the correct equipment, settings, and drill bits.
regulate the flow of substances in pipelines
Control of the flow of substances such as gases, chemicals, oils, and other materials transported via pipelines and pump stations.
use pipeline video equipment
Handle movable video cameras which visually inspect sewerage systems and pipelines. This camera is attached via a long cable entwined upon a winch. Analyse the footage to see if any repair or maintenance is needed.
digital
Cross-sector
5 competencesensure sanitation
Keep workspaces and equipment free from dirt, infection, and disease by removing waste, trash and providing for appropriate cleaning.
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.
prevent pipeline deterioration
Ensure the conservation of pipelines by undertaking adequate maintenance of the system and its coating properties. Prevent corrosion formation, leaks, and other problems.
read standard blueprints
Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.
repair pipelines
Conduct maintenance and repair work on pipelines to prevent or remedy damages using, if necessary, remote-controlled robots.