mechanical tools
Various type of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Dismantling workers perform the dismantling of industrial equipment, machinery and buildings as instructed by the team leader. They use heavy machinery and different power tools depending on the task. At all times safety regulations are taken into account.
Competences and skills
33 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 23 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceprepare building site
Draw up building plans and prepare building sites for erecting buildings or other structures.
Sector-specific
7 competencesinspect heavy underground mining machinery
Inspect heavy-duty surface mining machinery and equipment. Identify and report defects and abnormalities.
operate jackhammer
Use a jackhammer, either manually or attached to a mobile piece of heavy equipment, to break up material.
protect surfaces during construction work
Cover floors, ceiling, skirting boards and any other surfaces with various materials such as plastic or textile to keep them from being damaged or stained when performing construction or renovation work like painting or plastering.
recognise the hazards of dangerous goods
Be aware of the threats posed by potentially dangerous goods such as polluting, toxic, corrosive, or explosive materials.
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secure heavy construction equipment
Secure heavy equipment such as tower cranes or concrete pumps before, during, and after use to prevent damage to the machines, workforce or construction site. Take precautionary steps such as retracting the robotic arm of concrete pumps or bringing the hook block back to the jib.
use tools for construction and repair
Construct and repair ships and equipment using hand tools, machine tools, and measuring instruments. Safely carry out emergency or temporary repairs. Take measures to ensure a safe working environment. Use various types of sealants and packaging.
work in a construction team
Work as part of a team in a construction project. Communicate efficiently, sharing information with team members and reporting to supervisors. Follow instructions and adapt to changes in a flexible manner.
Cross-sector
15 competencesapply health and safety standards
Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety established by respective authorities.
construct working platform
Attach working platforms which approach or touch the structure to be worked on when the structural elements of the scaffolding structure have been completed. Place decks on the platform and remove the guard rail that separates it from the main scaffolding deck.
dispose of hazardous waste
Dispose of dangerous materials such as chemical or radioactive substances according to environmental and to health and safety regulations.
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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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drive mobile heavy construction equipment
Drive movable heavy equipment used in construction. Load the equipment onto low loaders, or unload it. Judiciously drive equipment on public roads when required.
follow health and safety procedures in construction
Apply the relevant health and safety procedures in construction in order to prevent accidents, pollution and other risks.
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keep heavy construction equipment in good condition
Inspect heavy equipment for construction projects before each use. Maintain the machine in good working order, taking care of small repairs and alerting the responsible person in case of serious defects.
operate heavy construction machinery without supervision
Work with heavy construction machinery independently without the intervention of a supervisor. Take responsibility for your decisions and actions.
prevent damage to utility infrastructure
Consult utility companies or plans on the location of any utility infrastructure that may interfere with a project or be damaged by it. Take the necessary steps to avoid damage.
react to events in time-critical environments
Monitor the situation around you and anticipate. Be ready to take quick and appropriate action in case of unexpected events.
secure working area
Secure the operation site fixing boundaries, restricting access, placing signs and taking other measures in order to guarantee public and staff safety.
transport dangerous goods
Classify, pack, mark, label and document dangerous goods, such as explosive materials, gases and flammable liquids. Adhere to international and national regulations.
use power tools
Operate power driven pumps. Use hand tools or power tools. Use vehicle repair tools or safety equipment.
use safety equipment in construction
Use elements of protective clothing such as steel-tipped shoes, and gear such as protective goggles, in order to minimise risk of accidents in construction and to mitigate any injury if an accident does occur.
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 4 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesdecontamination techniques
The methods and techniques used for the decontamination of waste by removing or neutralising the harmful substance.
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excavation techniques
The methods to remove rock and soil, used in an excavation site and the associated risks.
Cross-sector
2 competencesasbestos removal regulations
The legislation and regulations surrounding the removal of asbestos contamination from buildings or structures, the safe removal of contaminated materials and the regulations to avoid and prevent contamination.
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health and safety hazards underground
The rules and risks affecting health and safety when working underground.
Optional skills and competences 5 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceoperate laser cutting equipment
Focus a narrow beam of strong laser light onto a metal surface to evaporate the material and make a cut. Take the necessary safety precautions, including reflective safety wear and goggles.
Cross-sector
4 competencesfollow safety procedures when working at heights
Take necessary precautions and follow a set of measures that assess, prevent and tackle risks when working at a high distance from the ground. Prevent endangering people working under these structures and avoid falls from ladders, mobile scaffolding, fixed working bridges, single person lifts etc. since they may cause fatalities or major injuries.
load equipment
Handle safe loading of equipment in given restrictive conditions.
rig loads
Safely attach loads to different types of hooks and attachments, taking into account the weight of the load, the power available to move it, static and dynamic tolerances of all instruments and materials, and the mass distribution of the system. Communicate with the operator verbally or with gestures to ensure the safety and efficiency of the operation. Detach loads.
sort waste
Manually or automatically sort waste by separating it into its different elements.