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carriage driver

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Carriage drivers tranport passengers in horse-drawn carriages. They ensure passengers' safety and care for the horses.

9332.1 ISCO 9332 ESCO source
Competences
20
Groups
3
Essential
10
Optional
10

Competences and skills

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Essential knowledge 2 competences

Occupation specific

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Sector-specific

1 competence
animal behaviour

The natural behavioural patterns of animals, i.e. how normal and abnormal behaviour might be expressed according to species, environment, human-animal interaction and occupation.

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Cross-sector

1 competence
road traffic laws

The rule governing the circulation of vehicles, such as national traffic codes and the rules of the road.

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Essential skills and competences 8 competences

Occupation specific

2 competences
drive carriage

Handle a horse-drawn carriage by instructing the horses through use of the reins and spoken commands.

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harness horses to carriage

Hitch the horse(s) to the carriage by correctly fastening the reins and rigging ropes.

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Sector-specific

4 competences
assist passengers

Provide help to people getting in and out of their car or any other transportation vehicle, by opening doors, provide physical support or hold belongings. Keep safety measures and procedures in mind.

Scope note
This skill applies to any kind of assistance that may be provided to passengers including but not limited to opening doors of the transportation vehicle or assist with belongings.
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ensure passenger comfort

Ensure the safety and comfort of train passengers; help passengers to get on and off the train using any mechanical aids as necessary. Respond to passengers requests and pursue maximum customer satisfaction.

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focus on passengers

Transport passengers to their destination in a safe and timely fashion. Provide appropriate customer service; inform passengers in the event of unexpected situations or other incidents.

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obey traffic rules

Follow traffic signs, lights, signals and rules to ensure safe transportation.

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Cross-sector

2 competences
communicate with customers

Respond to and communicate with customers in the most efficient and appropriate manner to enable them to access the desired products or services, or any other help they may require.

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tolerate sitting for long periods

Have the patience to remain seated for long periods of time; maintain an appropriate and ergonomic posture while sitting.

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Optional skills and competences 10 competences

Occupation specific

0 competences

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Sector-specific

9 competences
assist disable passengers

Use appropriate safety procedures to operate lifts and secure wheelchairs and other assistive devices while assisting physically disabled travellers.

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clean horse's legs

Wash and brush the legs of a horse. Keep an antifungal treatment cream or spray on hand to take care of infections as soon as they arise.

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drive in urban areas

Drive vehicles in urban areas. Interpret and understand transit signs in a city, the regulation of traffic, and the related common automobility agreements in an urban area.

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ensure vehicle operability

Keep the vehicle clean and in roadworthy condition. Ensure regular maintenance of the vehicle and provide valid official documents such as licenses and permits where appropriate.

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groom animals

Prepare the environment for grooming, select the correct grooming equipment and grooming methods for the animal. Apply occupational health and safety principles, of basic animal anatomy and physiology, including the identification and reporting of any abnormalities.

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provide care for horses

Provide care for horses includes cleaning, housing, preparing horses and ponies for riding, fixating and leading horses, taking into account the safety regulations for horses and people and the specific requirements of horse at hand, using proper methods and equine tools and equipment.

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provide customers with price information

Provide customers with accurate and up-to-date information about charges and price rates.

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train horses

Harness, dress and train horses as per the instructions provided. Take into account the age and breed of the horse and the preparation purposes.

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transport horses

Transport horses using safely special vehicles for horse transportation; lead horses to vehicles taking into account the safety of people and horses.

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Cross-sector

1 competence
process payments

Accept payments such as cash, credit cards and debit cards. Handle reimbursement in case of returns or administer vouchers and marketing instruments such as bonus cards or membership cards. Pay attention to safety and the protection of personal data.

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