Practical skills: list by number of occupationsPage 13 of 100

Things you need to be able to do at work. The ones the most occupations require come first.

Items 1,201–1,300 of 9,995

  1. Digital communication and collaboration

    Communicate in digital environments, share resources through online tools, link with others and collaborate through digital tools, interact with and participate in communities and…

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  2. Harvest crop

    Mow, pick or cut agricultural crop products manually or using appropriate tools and machinery.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  3. Manage resources

    Manage personnel, machinery and equipment in order to optimise production results, in accordance with the policies and plans of the company.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  4. Perform routine flight operations checks

    Perform checks before and during flight: conduct pre-flight and in-flight inspections of aircraft performance, route and fuel usage, runway availability, airspace restrictions…

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  5. Prevent pipeline deterioration

    Ensure the conservation of pipelines by undertaking adequate maintenance of the system and its coating properties.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  6. Promote innovative infrastructure design

    Throughout the coordination of an engineering project, promote the development of infrastructure that is innovative and sustainable, in line with the latest developments in the…

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  7. Work according to recipe

    Perform tasks in food preparation according to recipe or specification in order to preserve the quality of ingredients and to ensure replication accuracy of the recipe.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  8. Assist at check-in

    Help guests and visitors with their check-in and show them their accommodation.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  9. Ensure compliance with company regulations

    Guarantee that employees' activities follow company regulations, as implemented through client and corporate guidelines, directives, policies and programmes.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  10. Impart business plans to collaborators

    Diffuse, present, and communicate business plans and strategies to managers, employees making sure that objectives, actions, and important messages are properly conveyed.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  11. Manage troop deployment

    Manage the deployment of troops to areas in conflict, or in need of aid, and oversee the deployment procedures.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  12. Promote mental health

    Promote factors that enhance emotional well-being such as self-acceptance, personal growth, purpose in life, control of one`s environment, spirituality, self-direction and…

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  13. Test pipeline infrastructure operations

    Perform tests on pipelines, such checking whether there is continuous flow of materials through them, examining for leakages, and assessing the suitability of the location of the…

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  14. Use CADD software

    Use computer-aided design and drafting software to make detailed drawings and blueprints of designs.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  15. Assess power needs

    Prepare and manage the provision of electrical power for different areas.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  16. Check bottles for packaging

    Check bottles for packaging.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  17. 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…

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  18. Plan digital marketing

    Develop digital marketing strategies for both leisure and business purposes, create websites and deal with mobile technology and social networking.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  19. Plan menus

    Organise menus taking into account the nature and style of the establishment, client feedback, cost and the seasonality of ingredients.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  20. Update design results during rehearsals

    Updating the design results based on observation of the stage image during the rehearsals, especially where the different designs and the action are integrated.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  21. Analyse loans

    Examine and analyse the loans provided to organisations and individuals through different forms of credit such as overdraft protection, export packing credit, term loan, and…

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  22. Collect broodstock

    Source broodstock from fisheries and held them in maturation tanks before collecting their seeds.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  23. Coordinate marketing plan actions

    Manage the overview of the marketing actions such as the marketing planning, internal financial resource granting, advertising materials, implementation, control, and…

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  24. Create software design

    Transpose a series of requirements into a clear and organised software design.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  25. Design indicators for food waste reduction

    Determine key performance indicators (KPI) for reducing food waste and managing in line with established standards.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  26. Develop food waste reduction strategies

    Develop policies such as staff meal or food redistribution to reduce, reuse and recycle food waste where possible.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  27. Manage relationships with stakeholders

    Create and maintain solid internal and external relations with stakeholders at operational level based on mutual trust and credibility in order to achieve organisational goals.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  28. Promote social awareness

    Promote the understanding of dynamics of social relationships between individuals, groups, and communities.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  29. Consult with stakeholders on implementation of a production

    Consult with different people and groups who hold a stake in the production.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  30. Heat metals

    Heat steel and metals in fire; adjust and regulate heat controls to reach appropriate pouring temperature.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  31. Liaise with government officials

    Consult and cooperate with government officials who handle matter that is relevant to you or your business.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  32. Motivate in sports

    Positively foster athletes and participants' intrinsic desire to carry out the required tasks to fulfill their goals and to push themselves beyond their current levels of skill…

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  33. Operate hydraulic pumps

    Operate hydraulic pumping systems.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  34. Teach customer service techniques

    Teach techniques designed to maintain customer service standards at a satisfactory level.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  35. Use manual sewing techniques

    Use manuel sewing and stitching techniques to manufacture or repair fabrics or textile-based articles.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  36. Communicate in an outdoor setting

    Communicate with participants in more than one language of the European Union; handle a crisis following guidelines and recognise the importance of proper behaviour in crisis…

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  37. Develop inclusive communication material

    Develop inclusive communication resources.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  38. Distribute local information materials

    Hand out leaflets, maps and tour brochures to visitors with information and tips about local sites, attractions and events.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  39. Identify terrorism threats

    Identify the possibility of terrorism activities posing threats and danger in a specific area by monitoring activities of potentially dangerous groups of people, assessing risks…

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  40. Install low voltage wiring

    Plan, deploy, troubleshoot and test low voltage wiring.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  41. Screen live fish deformities

    Examine live fish, including larvae, to detect deformities related to body shape, jaw deformity, vertebral deformity and skeletal deformity.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  42. 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.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  43. Use gardening equipment

    Use gardening equipment such as clippers, sprayers, mowers, chainsaws, complying to health and safety regulations.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  44. Utilise decision support system

    Use the available ICT systems that can be used to support business or organisational decision making.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  45. Apply for government funding

    Gather information on and apply for subsidies, grants, and other financing programmes provided by the government to small- and large-scale projects or organisations in various…

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  46. Collect geological data

    Participate in the collection of geological data such as core logging, geological mapping, geochemical and geophysical surveying, digital data capture, etc.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  47. Deal with aggressive behaviour

    Respond promptly to adverse behaviour in a professional manner by taking appropriate and legal action to prevent further aggressiveness, such as verbal warning, lawful removal…

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  48. Develop jewellery designs

    Develop new jewellery designs and products, and modify existing designs.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  49. Liaise with advertising agencies

    Communicate and cooperate with advertising agencies in transmitting the goals and specifications of the marketing plan.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  50. Maintain hydraulic systems

    Perform routine maintenance and repairs on systems which use pressurised fluids to provide power to machines and equipment.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  51. Maintain internal communication systems

    Maintain an effective internal communication system among employees and department managers.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  52. Manage volunteers

    Coordinate a staff of volunteers.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  53. Budget for financial needs

    Observe the status and availability of funds for the smooth running of projects or operations in order to foresee and estimate the quantity of future financial resources.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  54. Clean furniture

    Remove dirt, marks and other unwanted material from furniture.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  55. Coordinate rescue missions

    Coordinate rescue missions during the event of a disaster or during an accident, ensure that all possible methods are being used to ensure the safety of the people being rescued…

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  56. Install pneumatic systems

    Install systems and components that use pneumatics to create mechanical movements such as air brakes, pneumatic cylinders, air compressors and other systems.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  57. Operate handheld riveting equipment

    Operate various kinds of tools and equipment used in riveting processes, such a pin hammer and a rivet set, handheld squeezers, a hammer and bucking bar, a pneumatic hammer, a…

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  58. Assemble sensors

    Mount chips on a sensor substrate and attach them using soldering or wafer bumping techniques.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  59. Design scientific equipment

    Design new equipment or adapt existing equipment to aid scientists in gathering and analysing data and samples.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  60. Maintain mechatronic equipment

    Diagnose and detect malfunctions in mechatronics components and systems and remove, replace, or repair these components when necessary.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  61. Manage quantitative data

    Gather, process and present quantitative data.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  62. Sell household goods

    Sell household devices and goods such as microwaves, blenders and kitchen supplies in accordance to the client's personal preferences and needs.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  63. Update budget

    Make sure that a given budget remains up to date using most recent and most accurate information.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  64. Analyse stress resistance of products

    Analyse the ability of products to endure stress imposed by temperature, loads, motion, vibration and other factors, by using mathematical formulas and computer simulations.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  65. Sing

    Use the voice to produce musical sounds, marked by tone and rhythm.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  66. Act as contact person during equipment incident

    Act as the person to be contacted when an equipment incident occurs.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  67. Advise architects

    Give advise on design, safety issues, and cost reduction to architects during the pre-application phase.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  68. Install software

    Install machine-readable instructions, such as computer programs, in order to direct the computer's processor to perform a certain set of actions.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  69. Interview animal owners on animals' conditions

    Ask questions appropriate to the setting and purpose, with the aim to elicit accurate information on the animal's health condition, in order to facilitate a correct diagnosis.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  70. Manage writing administration

    Manage the financial and administrative side of writing including making up budgets, maintaining financial records, checking contracts, etc.

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  71. Take advantage of learning opportunities in veterinary science

    Use different channels and learning styles such as journals, courses, and conferences to obtain new information, knowledge, skills, and know-how in relation to working with…

    practical skillneeded in 15 occupations

  72. Assist social service users in formulating complaints

    Help social services users and caregivers file complaints, taking the complaints seriously and responding to them or passing them to the appropriate person.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  73. Encourage social service users to preserve their independence in their daily activities

    Encourage and support the service user to preserve independence in performing his/her daily activities and personal care, assisting the service user with eating, mobility…

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  74. Maintain safe working conditions in performing arts

    Verify the technical aspects of your workspace, costumes, props, etc.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  75. Monitor service users' health

    Perform routine monitoring of client's health, such as taking temperature and pulse rate.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  76. Refer service users to community resources

    Refer clients to community resources for services such as job or debt counselling, legal aid, housing, medical treatment, or financial assistance, providing concrete information…

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  77. Support service users in developing skills

    Encourage and support social service users in sociocultural activities in the organisation or in the community, supporting the development of leisure and work skills.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  78. Support social service users' positiveness

    Work with individuals to identify difficulties associated with their self esteem and sense of identity and support them to implement strategies like to develop more positive self…

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  79. Support social service users with specific communication needs

    Identify individuals who have specific communication preferences and needs, supporting them to interact with other people and monitoring communication to identify changing needs.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  80. Undertake risk assessment of social service users

    Follow risk assessment policies and procedures to assess the risk of a client harming him-or herself or others, taking the appropriate steps to minimise the risk.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  81. Apply safety management

    Apply and supervise measures and regulations concerning security and safety in order to maintain a safe environment in the workplace.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  82. Create manufacturing guidelines

    Draft procedures and guidelines to ensure that government and industry regulations are met by manufacturers in both international and domestic markets.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  83. Determine child welfare

    Evaluate whether the child needs to be taken out of his home situation and assess child`s placement in foster care.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  84. Protect health and safety when handling animals

    Protect health and welfare of animals and their handlers.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  85. Control aquatic production environment

    Assess the impact of biological conditions such as algae and fouling organisms by managing water intakes, catchments and oxygen use.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  86. Maintain inventory of rented items

    Compose and keep up-to-date inventory of the items rented to customers.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  87. Manage medium term objectives

    Monitor medium term schedules with budget estimations and reconciliation on a quarterly basis.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  88. Monitor financial accounts

    Handle financial administration of your department, keep the costs down to only necessary expenses and maximise the revenues of your organisation.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  89. Present artistic design proposals

    Prepare and present detailed design suggestions for a specific production to a mixed group of people, including technical, artistic and management staff.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  90. Stay up to date with social media

    Keep up with the trends and people on social media such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  91. Use data processing techniques

    Gather, process and analyse relevant data and information, properly store and update data and represent figures and data using charts and statistical diagrams.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  92. Check processing parameters

    Check processing parameters to keep under control the technological processes.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  93. Comply with air traffic control operations

    Act in compliance with instruction provided by air traffic controllers.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  94. Interact with fellow actors

    Perform together with other actors.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  95. Analyse music score

    Analysing the score, form, themes and structure of a piece of music.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  96. Collect healthcare user's general data

    Collect qualitative and quantitative data related to the healthcare user's anagraphic data and provide support on filling out the present and past history questionnaire and record…

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  97. Communicate production plan

    Communicates production plan to all levels in a way that targets, processes, and requirements are clear.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  98. Define part requirements

    Calculate and determine the functional, physical, structural, geometrical and size dimensions for the parts necessary to create machines or equipment.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  99. Ensure aircraft compliance with regulation

    Ensure that every aircraft complies with applicable regulation and all components and equipment have officially valid components.

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

  100. Identify customer requirements

    Apply techniques and tools, such as surveys, questionnaires, ICT applications, for eliciting, defining, analysing, documenting and maintaining user requirements from system…

    practical skillneeded in 14 occupations

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