types of sanders
Types of electric sanders such palm grip and pistol grip sanders, their features and application.
Wood sanders smoothen the surface of a wooden object using various sanding instruments. Each applies an abrasive surface, usually sandpaper, to the workpiece to remove irregularities.
Competences and skills
41 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 6 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceSector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
5 competencesquality standards
The national and international requirements, specifications and guidelines to ensure that products, services and processes are of good quality and fit for purpose.
sanding techniques
The various sanding techniques (such as gang sanding), as well as the different sanding papers necessary for which surface.
types of wood
Types of wood, such as birch, pine, poplar, mahogany, maple and tulipwood.
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wood cuts
Different ways of cutting wood, across the grain or parallel with it, and radial or tangential to the core. The behaviour of cuts of wood under different circumstances and the optimal cut for a given purpose. Influence of special attributes of the wood, like knots or defects.
woodworking processes
Steps in the processing of wood for the manufacturing of wooden articles and types of machines used for these processes such as drying, shaping, assembling and surface finishing.
Essential skills and competences 8 competences
Occupation specific
3 competencesidentify sanding grits
Distinguish different grits of sandpaper in order to obtain a rougher or finer finish of the wood.
maintain sanding machines
Clean and oil the machines used for smoothing surfaces, check for signs of corrosion, replace defective parts, and perform minor repairs to ensure good functioning.
use sanding machines
Use a power tool to grind or smoothen surfaces by abrasion with sandpaper. Attach the sandpaper to the machine and move it rapidly either by hand-holding it or fixing it to a workbench.
Sector-specific
1 competenceinspect wood materials
Carry out a thorough inspection of wood material using appropriate methods, instruments, tools, and other apparatus.
Cross-sector
4 competencesclean wood surface
Use a variety of techniques on a wood surface to ensure it is free of dust, sawdust, grease, stains, and other contaminants.
sand wood
Use sanding machines or hand tools to remove paint or other substances from the surface of the wood, or to smoothen and finish the wood.
wear appropriate protective gear
Wear relevant and necessary protective gear, such as protective goggles or other eye protection, hard hats, safety gloves.
work safely with machines
Check and safely operate machines and equipment required for your work according to manuals and instructions.
- Scope note
- Includes more generally used small electrical and mechanical tools like drills, manual sawing machines, washing machines, sewing machines, etc. that are also used in non professional environment.
Optional knowledge 5 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencesmanufacturing of daily use goods
The manufacturing of items used in the daily life, personal use or daily practice. These products include protective safety equipment, drawing equipment, stamps, umbrellas, cigarette lighters, baskets, candles, and many other miscellaneous articles.
manufacturing of furniture
The manufacture of all types of office, shop, kitchen or other furniture such as chairs, tables, sofas, shelves, benches and more, in various types of material such as wood, glass, metal or plastic.
manufacturing of sports equipment
The manufacture of products and equipment used for both outdoor and indoor sports activities, such as balls, rackets, ski's, surfboards, fishing, hunting, skating or fitness centre equipment.
timber products
Key features, advantages and limitations of the different timbers and timber based products sold at a company and where to access this information.
Cross-sector
1 competencewoodworking tools
The various tools used to process wood, such as planers, chisels and lathes.
Optional skills and competences 22 competences
Occupation specific
2 competencesidentify abrasives types
Identify the composition, suitability, and different types of abrasives.
use wood chisel
Use chisels or scrapers to scrape the wood and remove irregularities.
Sector-specific
3 competencesapply restoration techniques
Select and apply appropriate restoration techniques in order to achieve the required restoration goals. This encompasses preventive measures, remedial measures, restoration processes and management processes.
manage timber stocks
Inspect the stock to find out how much is left. Identify any damaged, faulty, or out of date items and move them to the appropriate location. Follow stock rotation methods to ensure stock is used effectively. Handle goods using safe and approved handling methods.
operate thickness planer machine
Feed wood materials into the thickness planer, after which a surfaced board is retrieved. Avoid 'sniping' by using an additional piece of wood with the same thickness.
Cross-sector
17 competencesapply wood finishes
Use a variety of techniques to finish wood. Paint, varnish and stain wood to improve its function, durability, or appearance.
check quality of raw materials
Check the quality of basic materials used for the production of semi-finished and finished goods by assessing some of its characteristics and, if needed, select samples to be analysed.
consult technical resources
Read and interpret technical resources such as digital or paper drawings and adjustment data in order to properly set up a machine or working tool, or to assemble mechanical equipment.
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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dye wood
Mix the powder dye with water and/or liquid dye and any other necessary ingredients to create the desired colour and apply it to the wood.
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.
inspect quality of products
Use various techniques to ensure the product quality is respecting the quality standards and specifications. Oversee defects, packaging and sendbacks of products to different production departments.
keep records of work progress
Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.
meet contract specifications
Meet contract specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information. Check that the work can be carried out in the estimated and allocated time.
monitor automated machines
Continuously check up on the automated machine's set-up and execution or make regular control rounds. If necessary, record and interpret data on the operating conditions of installations and equipment in order to identify abnormalities.
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perform test run
Perform tests putting a system, machine, tool or other equipment through a series of actions under actual operating conditions in order to assess its reliability and suitability to realise its tasks, and adjust settings accordingly.
record production data for quality control
Keep records of the machine's faults, interventions and irregularities for quality control.
report defective manufacturing materials
Maintain required company records and forms in order to report any defective materials or questionable conditions of manufacturing machinery and equipment.
set up the controller of a machine
Set up and give commands to a machine by dispatching the appropriate data and input into the (computer) controller corresponding with the desired processed product.
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stain wood
Mix ingredients to create a stain and apply a layer to the furniture to give it a specific colour and finish.
supply machine
Ensure the machine is fed the necessary and adequate materials and control the placement or automatic feed and retrieval of work pieces in the machines or machine tools on the production line.
troubleshoot
Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.