types of wood
Types of wood, such as birch, pine, poplar, mahogany, maple and tulipwood.
green
Wood treaters apply treatments to wood to make it resistant to environmental factors like mould, cold, moisture, or staining. Treatments may also contribute to the colour of the wood. Wood treaters may use chemicals, heat, gasses, UV light, or a combination of these to treat wood.
Competences and skills
38 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 3 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
3 competenceswood moisture content
The amount of water contained in wood materials. The effect of wood moisture on the size and physical characteristics of the wood. Suitable moisture contents for different uses.
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 12 competences
Occupation specific
1 competencerecord wood treatment information
Record information on wood treatment in the appropriate information system and report it to the correct person.
Sector-specific
3 competencesmove treated wood
Unload, prepare and move freshly treated wood to an appropriate post-treatment drying area.
stack timber
Stack and align timber in neat and separate layers to make it ready for kiln drying.
work safely with chemicals
Take the necessary precautions for storing, using and disposing chemical products.
Cross-sector
8 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.
manipulate wood
Manipulate the properties, shape and size of wood.
meet contract specifications
Meet contract specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information. Check that the work can be carried out in the estimated and allocated time.
mix chemicals
Mix chemical substances safely according to recipe, using the proper dosages.
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.
digital
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.
treat wood
Apply different chemicals to wood in order to increase its natural resistance and prevent deterioration.
wear appropriate protective gear
Wear relevant and necessary protective gear, such as protective goggles or other eye protection, hard hats, safety gloves.
Optional knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competenceschemical processes
The relevant chemical processes used in manufacture, such as purification, seperation, emulgation and dispergation processing.
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
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Optional skills and competences 21 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
5 competencesdry wood
Adjust machine settings to adapt drying processes, drying times, and special treatments to the requirements of the requested wood to be dried.
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.
measure parts of manufactured products
Operate measurement instruments to measure parts of manufactured objects. Take into consideration specifications of manufacturers to perform the measuring.
monitor stock level
Evaluate how much stock is used and determine what should be ordered.
prepare wood production reports
Prepare reports on wood technology production and progressive development of wood based materials.
Cross-sector
16 competencesacclimatise timber
Acclimatise wooden materials to make sure they will not change size after installation, which may cause damage or produce an otherwise inadequate result. Leave the material in climatic circumstances very similar to those in the location where they will be used. Allow several days for the wood to acclimatise, depending on the type and circumstances.
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.
clean equipment
Perform cleaning routines after equipment use.
dispose of hazardous waste
Dispose of dangerous materials such as chemical or radioactive substances according to environmental and to health and safety regulations.
green
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.
operate forklift
Operate a forklift, a vehicle with a pronged device in front for lifting and carrying heavy loads.
operate grappler
Operate a hydraulic grappler, an attachment to heavy machinery used to grab and manipulate cylindrical objects such as trees or pipes. Lift up the object, safely manoeuvre it, and set it down in the desired position.
operate hoists
Operate hoists in order to lift or lower loads.
perform machine maintenance
Perform regular maintenance, possibly including corrections and alterations, on a machine or machine tool to ensure it remains in a proper productive state.
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.
stain wood
Mix ingredients to create a stain and apply a layer to the furniture to give it a specific colour and finish.
work as a team in a hazardous environment
Work together with others in a dangerous, sometimes noisy, environment, such as a building on fire or metal forging facilities, in order to achieve a higher degree of efficiency while heeding the co-workers' safety.