Cross-sector skills: list by number of occupationsPage 34 of 37
Knowledge and skills that the European ESCO classification marks as useful across many industries. They carry over more easily when you change jobs or sectors.
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- Remove air bubbles from fibreglass
Use brushes and rollers to eliminate air bubbles that could weaken the fibreglass, to ensure perfect adherence of the resin to the product shell or to previous layers, and to…
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Repackage medical equipment after sterilisation
Re-assemble and package the newly sterilized medical equipment and devices, sealing and labelling them properly for further use.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Repair mobile devices
Replace parts and repair faults of mobile phones, tablets and other small mobile devices.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Report call errors
Perform checks to ensure that call data have been entered correctly; report call errors to authorised personnel.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Run a media server
Set up and run a media server.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Select visitor routes
Examine and select points of interest, travel routes and sites to be visited.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Sell processed timber in a commercial environment
Check that the sales area is in a suitable condition for customers and that the stock and materials are in a suitable condition to be sold.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Stay up-to-date with latest book releases
Stay informed about recently published book titles and releases by contemporary authors.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Supervise data entry
Supervise the entry of information such as addresses or names in a data storage and retrieval system via manual keying, electronic data transfer or by scanning.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Supervise food in healthcare
Supervise the food, menus and meals provided in a health care setting to ensure compliance with health safety and hygienic standards.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Supervise physiotherapy students
Supervise, educate and provide learning opportunities for physiotherapy students.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Teach law enforcement principles
Instruct students in the theory and practice of law enforcement, more specifically in courses such as crime prevention, crash investigation, and firearms training, with the aim of…
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Test lift operation
Test all features of a lift to ensure proper and efficient functioning.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Test package
Test and measure characteristics of packaging materials.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Theories of personality
Theoretical conceptions of personality, such as psychodynamic theory, humanistic theory or behaviorism.
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Train dealers in gaming
Instruct and teach new dealers about the description of their job and introduce them to the team.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Train staff on call quality assurance
Educate and train a staff of call centre agents, supervisors and managers in the Quality Assurance (QA) process.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Transfer medication
Transfer medication from vials to sterile, disposable syringes using aseptic techniques.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Types of sprinklers
The different types of installations using water supply for the control and extinguishing of fires.
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Use questioning techniques
Formulate questions appropriate to the purpose, such as eliciting accurate information or supporting the learning process.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Use watchmaker's tools
Use tools commonly used for watchmaking and repairing.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Wicker materials
Wicker is woven fiber forming a stiff structure that is used for wicker furniture such as chairs, tables and couches.
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Wicker weaving techniques
Techniques to weave materials with various degrees of flexibility and thickness, and producing different patterns such as the hole-to-hole chair caning, the press cane webbing or…
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Work on uneven surfaces
Perform work on uneven surfaces; climb ladders and execute tasks on top of railcars.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Work under supervision in care
Work under delegation and supervision of nurses to support nursing care and administration.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Yeast fermentation principles
The principles of yeast fermentation in fermented beverages such as wine or beer.
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Zoo regulations
National, regional and international regulations related to zoos.
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Accommodate special seating
Give requested special seating to guests whenever possible, such as special seating arrangements for babies, disabled or obese people.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Adolescence medicine
Topics related to the adolescent period of development such as sexually transmitted diseases, unintended pregnancy, contraception, substance abuse, menstrual disorders, acnee…
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Advertise auction sales
Promote auction sales on radio and TV, in trade magazines, online and via catalogue distribution and other channels.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Advise on market strategies
Analyse information and recommend possible improvements, market strategies, and customer preferences in order to adapt the company's market approach.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Advise on weather-related issues
On the basis of weather analyses and forecasts, advise organisations or individuals of the impact of weather on their activity such as on agriculture and forestry, transport or…
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Analyse transport studies
Interpret data from transport studies dealing with transport planning, management, operations and engineering.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Anodising process
The various steps necessary in the process of forming an electrical circuit's anode electrode in order to increase the density of the natural oxide layer on the surface of a metal…
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Apply credit stress testing methodologies
Use several approaches and credit stress test methodologies.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Assemble prefabricated furniture
Assemble parts of prefabricated furniture, in order to bring it to its initial form.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Assist visitors
Aid visitors by responding to their questions, giving satisfactory explanations, suggestions and recommendations.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Barbering techniques
The various techniques used for cutting and grooming male hairstyles and beards, such as shaping, graduating, and blending.
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Biostatistics
The methods used to apply statistics in biology-related topics.
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Candle making techniques
The characteristics and specifications of candle making techniques which comprise wax melting and candles containers.
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Check vehicle damage
Check for vehicle damage including exterior body damage, tire and wheel damage, interior damage, fuel level and mileage at time of rental and return.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Collect mail
Empty the letter box on a regular basis, organising it on importance and deal with urgent mail.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Communicate technicalities with clients
Communicate with and support clients and veterinarians in case of problems.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Community-led local development
An approach to development policy focusing on specific sub-regional areas and characterised by the involvement of local communities and local action groups to design integrated…
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Compass navigation
The monitoring of movement from a starting to a finishing point using a compass, rotated until the compass' orienting arrow aligns with the cardinal direction north represented by…
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Comply with regulations related to export in different countries
Check that the labels of products and the packaging are compliant with different regulations in the countries where they are exported.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Compute irrigation pressure
Calculate how much pressure is needed for existing and planned irrigation systems.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Computer vision
The definition and functioning of computer vision.
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Conduct fire tests
Conduct tests on a variety of materials such as building or transportation materials in order to determine their physical properties against fire such as flame resistance, surface…
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Conduct mobile marketing
Conduct mobile marketing using a mobile device e.g. tablet or smartphone.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Conduct musical ensembles
Lead the way in melodic, vocal or instrument sequences.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Conduct nutrition research
Conduct nutrition research to help in improving the health of the population, focusing on common issues such as cardiometabolic risk and obesity, intestinal function…
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Conduct research on speech-related topics
Conduct and direct research on topics related to speech, reporting the results to help in the development of new procedures, technology, or treatments, or the refinement of…
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Conveyancing
The legal transfer of property from the owner to the buyer in order to ensure that the buyer knows about the restrictions and rights that come with the land.
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Coordinate catering
Contact catering companies and shop around different providers in order to find the most suitable caterer for the event.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Coordinate communication during mine emergencies
Direct and coordinate communication procedures during emergencies.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Create patent draft
Make a precise description of the invention in legal terms.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Cross-matching techniques for blood transfusions
The testing methods used prior to a blood transfusion to identify if the donor`s blood is compatible with the blood of a specific recipient.
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Customise project methodologies
Adapt a predefined project management methodology to the specific needs, size and type of a project and tailor the methodology to organisational needs, culture, processes and…
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Cut keys
Use machines or tools to cut profiles of keys.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Design buildings
Design buildings and housing projects in cooperation with communities, clients, and other professionals.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Design miniature sets
Draw miniature set sketches and define set materials and building methods.
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- Design press kit for media
Draft promotional materials to be distributed among members of the media for promotional purposes.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Determine cause of damage
Recognise damage and signs of corrosion, identify their cause and determine maintenance and repair procedures.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Develop food safety programmes
Develop a food safety programme including traceability, ISO quality systems and HACCP risk management procedures.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Develop innovative mobility solutions
Work on innovative ideas to develop transport solutions based on the integration of digital technologies and data management and promoting the shift from personally-owned…
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Develop policies for nutritional programs
Develop policies for food service or nutritional programs to assist in health promotion and disease control.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Develop preventive maintenance procedures for instruments
Develop and upgrade preventive maintenance procedures for components, equipment or systems.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Devise tailor-made tourism itineraries
Create custom-made itineraries, taking into account the specific needs and preferences of customers.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Diagnose aquatic animals disease symptoms
Observe and describe symptoms and lesions of fish, molluscs, and crustaceans.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Dipping tank types
The various types of tanks used for coating and dipping processes, such as hydro dipping tank, paint dip tank, and others.
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Direct event administrative details
Direct administrative tasks that go with an upcoming event, such as financial operations, dissemination of promotional materials.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Dispense corrective lenses
Dispense eyeglasses and contact lenses according to doctors' prescriptions.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Disseminate general corporate information
Answer questions, resolve doubts, and solve inquiries in regard to general institutional and corporate information such as program rules, regulations and procedures.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Drip candles
Drip wicks in heated wax repeatedly to create candles, either by hand or machine.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Dye candles
Apply a dye to the candle wax to obtain the desired colour.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Earth science
The science preoccupied with studying planet earth, this includes geology, meteorology, oceanography, and astronomy.
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Electrolytic passivation process
The electrolytic passivation process in an anodising tank, including process elements such as negative cathodes, oxygen off-gassing, hydrogen off-gassing, gass removal by a low…
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Establish contact with potential donors
Approach individuals, local authorities, commercial organisations and other actors in order to obtain sponsorship and donations for the projects of the charity.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Estimate needs of artistic production
Analyse, estimate and list the artistic production needs.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Estimate repair priority
Estimate the urgency of a certain repair or replacement, based on the severity of the defect, the importance of the damaged or worn element, any other planned repairs and the…
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Evaluate genetic data
Evaluate genetic data by applying statistical calculations and analysing the results.
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- Evaluate ingredient documentation from suppliers
Read, organise and evaluate documentation on ingredients from suppliers and co-manufacturers.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Evolution of economic forecasts
The ecological and economical changes in society and the way these factors evolved during the past, present and future economic forecasts.
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- Feed raw material into plant machinery
Insert raw materials, chemicals and processing agents into plant machinery.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Female reproductive system pathology
The diseases of the female reproductive system, such as ovary, vulva and vaginal cancers, pelvic inflammatory disease, ovarian cysts and diseases of the placenta.
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Financial engineering
The finance theory field that addresses the combination of applied mathematics, computer science, and financial theory aimed at calculating and forecasting different financial…
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Find trends in geographic data
Analyse geographic data to find relationships and trends such as population density.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Floriculture
Cultivation of flowers and ornamental plants including houseplants and pot plants.
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Follow recycling collection schedules
Follow and apply waste collection schedules, handed out by the organisations who collect and process the materials for recycling, in order to optimise efficiency and service.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Forecast dividend trends
Forecast the payouts corporations make to their shareholders in the long term, taking into account prior dividends, the corporation's financial health and stability, stock market…
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Forecast products' demand
Collect, analyse and calculate the demand of products and services based on reports and purchasing activity of customers.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Hearing aids
The types, characteristics and suppliers of hearing devices which amplify sound for the individual who is wearing it, with the aim of making speech more intelligible, and to…
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Hoshin kanri strategic planning
Hoshin Kanri is a 7-step process used in strategic planning in which strategic goals are communicated throughout the company and then put into action.
knowledgeneeded in 2 occupations
- Identify available services
Identify the different services available for an offender during probation in order to help in the rehabilitation and re-integration process, as well as advising the offenders as…
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Identify key processes of traceability systems
Identify the different key processes, documentation and regulations for the implementation and follow-up of traceability in the company.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Implement transport strategy
Anticipate company requirements and goals in terms of transport strategy; use this as a base to take actions to implement the strategy.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Influence public policies
Communicate with policymakers and provide them with data to convince them to change legislation or allocate funds to a specific cause.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
- Inspect waste disposal facilities
Inspect industrial and commercial waste disposal facilities in order to examine their waste permits and if their equipment is in conformity with regulations.
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- Install air conditioning device
Install air conditioning devices, which remove heat, and often moisture, from the air through a variety of mechanisms.
practical skillneeded in 2 occupations
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