building codes
The set of guidelines that determine the minimum standards for buildings and other constructions in order to protect public health and safety.
Stonemasons manually carve and assemble stone for construction purposes. While CNC operated carving equipment is the industry standard, artisanal carving for ornamental stone is still done manually.
Competences and skills
49 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
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Sector-specific
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Cross-sector
2 competencestypes of stone for working
Different types of stone that stonemasons and other stone workers use to process into building materials. The mechanical properties of stone, such as their weight, tensile strength, durability. Economical properties such as cost, transport and sourcing.
Essential skills and competences 18 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesinterpret 2D plans
Interpret and understand plans and drawings in manufacturing processes which include representations in two dimensions.
transport construction supplies
Bring construction materials, tools and equipment to the construction site and store them properly taking various aspects into account such as the workers' safety and protection from deterioration.
Cross-sector
16 competencescreate cutting plan
Draw up plans to show how the material will be cut into functional pieces to minimise loss of material.
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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inspect construction supplies
Check construction supplies for damage, moisture, loss or other problems before using the material.
inspect stone surface
Inspect the surface of the stone to identify any uneven areas.
interpret 3D plans
Interpret and understand plans and drawings in manufacturing processes which include representations in three dimensions.
maintain work area cleanliness
Keep the working area and equipment clean and orderly.
mark stone workpieces
Mark planes, lines and points onto a stone workpiece to show where material will be removed.
operate grinding hand tools
Operate a variety of hand tools designed for grinding production materials, such as angle grinders, die grinders, grindstones, bench grinders, and others.
polish stone by hand
Polish by hand the stone parts which cannot be polished by a machine, rubbing it with abrasive blocks.
prepare stone for smoothing
Prepare the stone for the smoothing process by wetting it with the hose.
regulate cutting speed
Regulate the speed and depth of stone cutting by pulling the levers and turning the wheels.
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.
use measurement instruments
Use different measurement instruments depending on the property to be measured. Utilise various instruments to measure length, area, volume, speed, energy, force, and others.
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.
use stonemason's chisel
Use a stonemason's chisel with a mallet to chisel away stone and create a straight edge on the workpiece.
work ergonomically
Apply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.
Optional skills and competences 29 competences
Occupation specific
2 competenceslay stones
Place stone blocks or paving stones, which have been cut to the right size and thickness beforehand, to build stone walls and stairs, to lay pavement or to insert door and window frames.
use pneumatic chisel
Operate a pneumatically powered chisel to remove material from a stone workpiece.
Sector-specific
10 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.
assess conservation needs
Assess and list the needs for conservation/restoration, in relation to current use and planned future use.
estimate restoration costs
Estimate the cost implications of restoring and replacing products or parts.
finish mortar joints
Use a trowel to apply extra mortar to joints to smoothen and finish them after the mortar has partially hardened. Make sure that the joints are full to prevent dampness and other outside influences from passing through the wall.
mix construction grouts
Mix construction materials with water and other materials based on the appropriate recipe. Mix thoroughly to prevent lumps. Avoid contamination, which will adversely affect the properties of the mixture.
monitor stock level
Evaluate how much stock is used and determine what should be ordered.
process incoming construction supplies
Receive incoming construction supplies, handle the transaction and enter the supplies into any internal administration system.
set up temporary construction site infrastructure
Set up a variety of temporary infrastructure used on building sites. Put up fences and signs. Set up any construction trailers and make sure that these are connected to electricity lines and water supply. Establish supplies stores and garbage disposal in a sensible manner.
sharpen edged tools
Identify dull edges to sharp tools, or any defect in the edge. Use appropriate equipment to safely and effectively sharpen the tool. Maintain and protect sharpened tools. Report irreparable faults to the appropriate person.
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
17 competencesadvise 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.
answer requests for quotation
Make up prices and documents for the products that customers may purchase.
build scaffolding
Assemble temporary scaffolding structures for construction, maintenance or event-related purposes. Set vertical standards on the base plate of the scaffolding structure. Ensure the scaffolding structure is secured from lateral forces and supported sufficiently. Place wood or metal scaffolding decks into the transoms to stand on and make sure they are aligned. Safely set scaffolding stairs and ladders, which allow enough room for safe and easy manoeuvring.
calculate needs for construction supplies
Take measurements on site and estimate the amount of materials required for the construction or restoration project.
follow 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.
keep personal administration
File and organise personal administration documents comprehensively.
keep records of work progress
Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.
maintain equipment
Regularly inspect and perform all required activities to maintain the equipment in functional order prior or after its use.
operate forklift
Operate a forklift, a vehicle with a pronged device in front for lifting and carrying heavy loads.
order construction supplies
Order required materials for the construction project, taking care to purchase the most suitable material for a good price.
pack stone products
Use lifting equipment to lower the heavy pieces into boxes and guide them by hand to make sure they take the right place. Wrap the pieces in a protective material. When all the pieces are in the box, secure them with separating material such as cardboard to prevent them from moving and from sliding against each other during transportation.
polish stone surfaces
Polish stone using polishing tools and machines in order to obtained a smooth and lustrous product.
program a CNC controller
Set up the desired product design in the CNC controller of the CNC machine for product manufacturing.
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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.
tend stone splitting machine
Tend the machine which splits concrete stone into building blocks by positioning the stone against the end stops and by depressing the pedal to lower the blade.
use stone splitting techniques
Drill holes in a large stone and insert the plugs and feathers. Strike the plugs several times until a crack appears.