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forestry machinery technician

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Forestry machinery technicians maintain and transport forestry machinery. As part of the maintenance of forestry machinery, they make use of specialised software and data recording systems and instruments.

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Competences
27
Groups
4
Essential
18
Optional
9

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Essential knowledge 2 competences

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mechanical components of vehicles

The mechanical components used in vehicles, their maintenance needs, potential malfunctions and resolution actions.

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industrial software

The selection of software that aids in estimating, managing and scheduling industrial processes such as design, work flow and production improvement.

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Essential skills and competences 16 competences

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analyse ICT system

Analyse the functioning and performance of information systems in order to define their goals, architecture and services and set procedures and operations to meet end users requirements.

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de-limb trees

De-limb trees ensuring that the quality is within specified limits with regard to health and safety regulations. Cut trees or parts of trees to clear the public access and electrical cables.

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debug software

Repair computer code by analysing testing results, locating the defects causing the software to output an incorrect or unexpected result and remove these faults.

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drive timber machine

Drive and manoeuver the machine to the timber in a safe and effective way within site restraints.

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maintain forestry equipment

Check forestry equipment to make sure that it is in working order.

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maintain mechanical equipment

Observe and listen to machinery operation to detect malfunction. Service, repair, adjust, and test machines, parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical principles. Maintain and repair vehicles meant for cargo, passengers, farming and landscaping.

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operate forestry machinery

Operate machinery on and off road for harvesting, forwarding and transportation of wood.

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repair ICT devices

Maintain and repair ICT related equipment such as laptops, desktops, tablets, mobile devices, communications equipment, printers and any piece of computer related peripheral. Detect faults, malfunctions and replace parts if necessary.

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report to the team leader

Keep the team leader informed on current and emerging issues.

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apply health and safety standards

Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety established by respective authorities.

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manoeuvre heavy trucks

Drive, manoeuvre and park tractors, trailers and lorries on roads, around tight corners, and in parking spaces.

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operate soldering equipment

Use soldering equipment to melt and join together pieces of metal or steel, such as a soldering gun, soldering torch, gas-powered iron, and others.

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repair equipment on site

Identify malfunctions and repair or replace multi-media, audio-visual and computer systems, hardware and equipment on site.

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solve ICT system problems

Identify potential component malfunctions. Monitor, document and communicate about incidents. Deploy appropriate resources with minimal outage and deploy appropriate diagnostic tools.

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use power tools

Operate power driven pumps. Use hand tools or power tools. Use vehicle repair tools or safety equipment.

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use technical documentation

Understand and use technical documentation in the overall technical process.

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Optional knowledge 1 competence

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Sector-specific

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forestry regulations

The legal rules applicable to forestry: agricultural law, rural law, and laws on hunting and fishing.

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Optional skills and competences 8 competences

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Sector-specific

7 competences
carry out forestry related measurements

Use measuring devices such as scale sticks to estimate the volume of timber in a forest, calculating the total number of trees that can be harvested, as well as the average amount of lumber or pulp wood an average tree can produce.

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carry out work related calculations in agriculture

Calculate different kinds of on-site requirements in the agricultural, fishery and forestry sector by taking care of marketing and budgets.

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maintain edged hand tools

Identify and repair defects in a hand tool handle or shaft. Ensure the tool is in safe working condition. Identify defective and dull cutting edges in tools and use appropriate equipment to sharpen them. Store tools correctly to maintain condition and usage safety.

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manage time in forestry

Plan and implement the time sequence of work programmes and schedules regarding the execution of forestry activities.

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pay attention to safety while performing forestry operations

Accomplish forestry related tasks by paying attention to small details which can contribute to a safer work environment.

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report pollution incidents

When an incident causes pollution, examine the extent of the damage and what the consequences could be and report it relevant institution following pollution reporting procedures.

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work in a forestry team

Collaborate with other forest workers in a team in service of forestry or forest related operations.

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Cross-sector

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provide first aid

Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation or first aid in order to provide help to a sick or injured person until they receive more complete medical treatment.

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