assessment of risks and threats
The security documentation and any security-related communications and information.
digital
Health and safety engineers design objects and programs by combining engineering principles and health and safety requirements. They envision the protection and well-being of the people using designed objects or performing work under designed health and safety programs. They assess facilities and the risks that they might pose (e.g. contaminant materials, ergonomics, handling of dangerous substances, etc.) in order to design and improve health and safety measures.
Competences and skills
62 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 4 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
4 competencesengineering principles
The engineering elements like functionality, replicability, and costs in relation to the design and how they are applied in the completion of engineering projects.
health and safety regulations
Necessary health, safety, hygiene and environmental standards and legislation rules in the sector of particular activity.
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safety engineering
The study of the risks associated with engineered designs and systems, accident prevention as well as the safety benefits of reducing deaths and injuries. The discipline focuses on analysing and mitigating potential hazards in engineering processes.
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Essential skills and competences 7 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceprevent health and safety problems
Identify safety and health issues and come up with solutions to prevent accidents.
Sector-specific
2 competencesadhere to health well-being and safety
Comply with and apply the main points of health well-being and safety policy and procedures, in accordance with employer's policies. Report health and safety risks that have been identified and follow the appropriate procedures if an accident or injury should occur.
monitor employee's health
Use health surveillance programmes to monitor the health of employees who are potentially exposed to hazards at work.
Cross-sector
4 competencesadjust engineering designs
Adjust designs of products or parts of products so that they meet requirements.
advise on safety improvements
Provide relevant recommendations following the conclusion of an investigation; ensure that recommendations are duly considered and where appropriate acted upon.
approve engineering design
Give consent to the finished engineering design to go over to the actual manufacturing and assembly of the product.
draw up risk assessment
Assess risks, propose improvements and describe measures to be taken at the organisational level.
Optional knowledge 19 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencesengineering processes
The systematic approach to the development and maintenance of engineering systems.
human factors regarding safety
The considerations and implications for human safety.
properties of textile materials
The characteristics and properties of different textile and fabric materials. These include strength, flexibility, elasticity, softness, durability, heat insulation, low weight, water absorbency/repellence, dyeability and resistance to chemicals. Moreover, the influence of chemical composition and molecular arrangement of yarn and fibre properties and fabric structure on the physical properties of textile fabrics; the different fibre types; the materials used in different processes and the effect on materials as they are processed.
thermohydraulics
Types of hydraulic flow processes used to move generated heat and the use of this heat to produce electricity.
Cross-sector
15 competenceschemistry
The composition, structure, and properties of substances and the processes and transformations that they undergo; the uses of different chemicals and their interactions, production techniques, risk factors, and disposal methods.
civil engineering
The engineering discipline that studies the design, construction and maintenance of naturally built works such as roads, buildings, and canals.
design principles
The elements used in design such as unity, scale, proportion, balance, symmetry, space, form, texture, colour, light, shade and congruence and their application into practice.
environmental legislation
The environmental policies and legislation applicable in a certain domain.
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ergonomics
The science of designing systems, processes and products that complement the strengths of people so that they can use them easily and safely.
fire prevention procedures
The regulations concerning fire and explosion prevention, and the equipment, systems and methods used in it.
fire protection engineering
Application of engineering principles for the design and production of fire detection, prevention and suppression systems that range from the conception of fire alarms to space planning and building design.
fire safety regulations
The legal rules to be applied for fire safety and fire prevention in a facility.
fire-fighting systems
The devices and systems used to extinguish fires; the classes and chemistry of fire.
nuclear energy
The generation of electrical energy through the use of nuclear reactors, by converting the energy released from nuclei of atoms in reactors which generate heat. This heat subsequently generates steam which can power a steam turbine to generate electricity.
physics
The natural science involving the study of matter, motion, energy, force and related notions.
quality assurance procedures
The procedures to inspect a product or system to ensure that it is according to specifications and requirements.
radiation protection
The measures and procedures used to protect people and the environment from the harmful effects of ionising radiation.
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scientific literature
The medium of informing the scientific community, including academic researchers, about the results of scientific research. It constitutes a permanent and cumulative collection of all the findings of scientific research in various fields and at any point in time.
thermodynamics
The branch of physics that deals with the relationships between heat and other forms of energy.
Optional skills and competences 32 competences
Occupation specific
4 competencesassess ergonomics of the workplace
Assess ergonomics of the workplace in relation to the human resources, analysing how people interact with machinery, equipment, and work spaces.
design safety equipment
Design equipment that protects people from injury, such as hard hats, airbags, and life jackets, applying design principles while keeping health and safety rules and regulations in mind.
install safety devices
Set up devices that protect individuals from harm and ensure occupational health, such as airbags and residual current devices.
set safety and security standards
Determine standards and procedures to ensure safety and security in an establishment.
Sector-specific
5 competencesaccept own accountability
Accept accountability for one`s own professional activities and recognise the limits of one`s own scope of practice and competencies.
design strategies for nuclear emergencies
Develop and oversee the implementation of strategies which aim to prevent equipment malfunctions, errors, and contamination risks in nuclear facilities, and which outline response actions in the event of a nuclear emergency.
follow nuclear plant safety precautions
Comply with nuclear power plant safety procedures, policies and legislation to ensure a safe working environment for all employees, and to ensure the safety of the public.
follow up on safety breaches
Ensure that actions intended to reduce threats and improve health and safety are met according to the plan.
respond to nuclear emergencies
Set in motion the strategies for reacting in the event of equipment malfunctions, errors, or other events which may lead to contamination and other nuclear emergencies, ensuring that the facility is secured, all necessary areas are evacuated, and further damages and risks are contained.
Cross-sector
23 competencesadhere to OHSAS 18001
Know and follow the standards of Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems. Strive to implement practices that reduce the risk of accidents in the workplace.
adhere to standards of national and international safety programmes
Comply with national and international safety standards, e.g. in aviation. Adhere to standards of national and international safety programmes.
advise architects
Give advise on design, safety issues, and cost reduction to architects during the pre-application phase.
advise on construction materials
Provide advice on and test a wide range of construction materials.
- Scope note
- It includes building stone, sand, bricks, clay and gravel.
apply knowledge of human behaviour
Practice principles related to group behaviour, trends in society, and influence of societal dynamics.
carry out environmental audits
Use equipment to measure various environmental parameters in order to identify environmental problems and investigate manners in which they can be resolved. Perform inspections in order to ensure compliance with environmental legislation.
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conduct fire safety inspections
Conduct inspections in buildings and on sites to assess their fire prevention and safety equipment, evacuation strategies, and related strategies, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
conduct fire tests
Conduct tests on a variety of materials such as building or transportation materials in order to determine their physical properties against fire such as flame resistance, surface burning characteristics, oxygen concentration or smoke generation.
conduct workplace audits
Conduct work site audits and inspections in order to ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
determine fire risks
Evaluate buildings, housing complexes, public places, and sites in order to discover fire risks.
develop material testing procedures
Develop testing protocols in collaboration with engineers and scientists to enable a variety of analyses such as environmental, chemical, physical, thermal, structural, resistance or surface analyses on a wide range of materials such as metals, ceramics or plastics.
draft design specifications
List the design specifications such as materials and parts to be used and a cost estimate.
educate employees on occupational hazards
Provide information and advice to employees related to the possible occupational hazards, such as industrial solvents, radiation, noise and vibration.
evaluate industrial hygiene
Assess hygiene in industrial environments by evaluating chemical, physical, and biological agents to ensure the health of people working with them.
instruct employees on radiation protection
Explain the various legal and operational measures established in the company against radiation, such as reducing exposure time and wearing protective gear, to the employees and communicate the emergency procedures.
investigate occupational injuries
Assess, manage, and report cases of occupational illness, disease, or injury, establishing if this is a single case or if there is wider incidence.
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.
perform laboratory tests
Carry out tests in a laboratory to produce reliable and precise data to support scientific research and product testing.
perform scientific research
Gain, correct or improve knowledge about phenomena by using scientific methods and techniques, based on empirical or measurable observations.
research
plan health and safety procedures
Set up procedures for maintaining and improving health and safety in the establishment or workplace.
test safety strategies
Test policies and strategies related to risk and safety management and procedures, such as testing evacuation plans, safety equipment, and carrying out drills.
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 inspection reports
Write the results and conclusions of the inspection in a clear and intelligible way. Log the inspection's processes such as contact, outcome, and steps taken.