demining operations
The regulations and procedures involved in the search for identification of land mines, and the procedures of removing and disarming the land mines.
Bomb disposal technicians search areas using special equipment such as metal detectors, or using trained animals, for the presence of land mines and bombs, and remove the explosive materials according to safety regulations. After the search for and location of mines and bombs, they disarm them aiming to avoid any risk of detonation, and ensure the area is cleared before disarming and removal procedures.
Competences and skills
29 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 4 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceSector-specific
1 competenceexplosives
Behaviour of explosives, pyrotechnics and blasting techniques. Associated risks and legal requirements.
Cross-sector
2 competencespyrotechnic articles legislation
The legal rules surrounding pyrotechnics and pyrotechnic materials.
surveillance methods
Surveillance methods used in the gathering of information and intelligence for investigation purposes.
Essential skills and competences 9 competences
Occupation specific
3 competencesdisarm land mine
Disarm explosives and ammunition contained within land mines according to regulations to prevent and permanently avoid detonation and to ensure safety.
identify land mines
Identify the presence and state of land mines to ensure an area is cleared, to assess the danger of detonation, and to perform demining activities.
operate metal detection equipment
Operate the equipment used in the detection of metal products and elements to identify presence in an area and search for potentially dangerous items.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
6 competencesassess danger in risk areas
Assess the potential dangers involved in performinig military or humanitarian missions in risk areas, such as combat areas, areas affected by natural disasters, or politically tense areas.
handle surveillance equipment
Monitor surveillance equipment to observe what people are doing in a given area and ensure their safety.
maintain operational communications
Maintain communications between different departments of an organisation, between the staff, or during specific operations or missions, to ensure that the operation or mission is successful, or that the organisation functions smoothly.
manage emergency evacuation plans
Monitor quick and safe emergency evacuation plans.
perform demarcation
Perform the activities involved in the creation and fixing of boundaries around a restricted area.
use personal protection equipment
Make use of protection equipment according to training, instruction and manuals. Inspect the equipment and use it consistently.
Optional knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
2 competencesmilitary code
The code language used in specific intelligence or military organisations and operations, how to use and decipher them.
military weaponry
The types of arms used by different military organisations, such as army, navy or air force and in different nations worldwide; the weapons' aspects, damage potential and ways to defend against them.
Optional skills and competences 14 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesensure public safety and security
Implement the relevant procedures, strategies and use the proper equipment to promote local or national security activities for the protection of data, people, institutions, and property.
train animals for professional purposes
Train animals for specific activities in order to help humans carry out their professional tasks.
Cross-sector
12 competencesadvise superiors on military operations
Advise on the strategic decisions made by superiors on deployment, mission tactics, resource allocation or other military operation specifics, to help superiors reach a better decision and to provide them with any relevant information for a military operation or functioning of the military organisations in general.
comply with legal regulations
Ensure you are properly informed of the legal regulations that govern a specific activity and adhere to its rules, policies and laws.
ensure compliance with types of weapons
Comply with legal requirements when using different kinds of firearms and other types of weapons and their matching ammunition.
execute working instructions
Understand, interpret and properly apply work instructions regarding different tasks in the workplace.
give instructions to staff
Give instructions to subordinates by employing various communication techniques. Adjust communication style to the target audience in order to convey instructions as intended.
liaise with security authorities
Respond quickly to security incidents and violations by calling the police and keep in touch with other relevant parties involved in the potential prosecution of the offender.
operate radio equipment
Set up and operate radio devices and accessories, such as broadcast consoles, amplifiers, and microphones. Understand the basics of radio operator language and, when necessary, provide instruction in handling radio equipment correctly.
digital
perform military operations
Perform military operations according to given instructions from superiors, such as battle operations, rescue missions, aid missions, search and intelligence missions or other operations concerning defense.
perform risk analysis
Identify and assess factors that may jeopardise the success of a project or threaten the organisation's functioning. Implement procedures to avoid or minimise their impact.
provide humanitarian aid
Provide first-hand aid in dangerous or critical areas to the civilian population, such as handing out food and water, medical resources, setting up aid facilities, evacuation procedures, and ensuring the area's security.
read maps
Read maps effectively.
use different communication channels
Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.