Practical skills: list by number of occupationsPage 3 of 100
Things you need to be able to do at work. The ones the most occupations require come first.
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- Work within communities
Establish social projects aimed at community development and active citizen participation.
practical skillneeded in 64 occupations
- Plan health and safety procedures
Set up procedures for maintaining and improving health and safety in the establishment or workplace.
practical skillneeded in 64 occupations
- Ensure safety of healthcare users
Make sure that healthcare users are being treated professionally, effectively and safe from harm, adapting techniques and procedures according to the person's needs, abilities or…
practical skillneeded in 63 occupations
- Maximise sales revenues
Increase possible sales volumes and avoid losses through cross-selling, upselling or promotion of additional services.
practical skillneeded in 63 occupations
- Promote social change
Promote changes in relationships between individuals, families, groups, organisations and communities by taking into consideration and coping with unpredictable changes, at the…
practical skillneeded in 63 occupations
- Ensure correct goods labelling
Ensure that goods are labeled with all necessary labeling information (e.g. legal, technological, hazardous and others) regarding the product.
practical skillneeded in 63 occupations
- Perform procurement processes
Undertake ordering of services, equipment, goods or ingredients, compare costs and check the quality to ensure optimal payoff for the organisation.
practical skillneeded in 63 occupations
- Comply with food safety and hygiene
Respect optimal food safety and hygiene during preparation, manufacturing, processing, storage, distribution and delivery of food products.
practical skillneeded in 62 occupations
- Communicate in healthcare
Communicate effectively with patients, families and other caregivers, health care professionals, and community partners.
practical skillneeded in 62 occupations
- Observe confidentiality
Observe the set of rules establishing the nondisclosure of information except to another authorised person.
practical skillneeded in 62 occupations
- Assess financial viability
Revise and analyse financial information and requirements of projects such as their budget appraisal, expected turnover, and risk assessment for determining the benefits and costs…
practical skillneeded in 62 occupations
- Follow written instructions
Follow written directions in order to perform a task or carry out a step-by-step procedure.
practical skillneeded in 62 occupations
- Provide cost benefit analysis reports
Prepare, compile and communicate reports with broken down cost analysis on the proposal and budget plans of the company.
practical skillneeded in 62 occupations
- Communicate by telephone
Liaise via telephone by making and answering calls in a timely, professional and polite manner.
practical skillneeded in 62 occupations
- Compile course material
Write, select or recommend a syllabus of learning material for the students enrolled in the course.
practical skillneeded in 61 occupations
- Monitor customer service
Ensure all employees are providing excellent customer service in accordance to company policy.
practical skillneeded in 61 occupations
- Study sales levels of products
Collect and analyse sales levels of products and services in order to use this information for determining the quantities to be produced in the following batches, customer…
practical skillneeded in 61 occupations
- Operate cash register
Register and handle cash transactions by using point of sale register.
practical skillneeded in 61 occupations
- Respond to enquiries
Respond to enquiries and requests for information from other organisations and members of the public.
practical skillneeded in 61 occupations
- Conduct performance tests
Conduct experimental, environmental and operational tests on models, prototypes or on the systems and equipment itself in order to test their strength and capabilities under…
practical skillneeded in 61 occupations
- Empathise with the healthcare user
Understand the background of clients` and patients’ symptoms, difficulties and behaviour.
practical skillneeded in 60 occupations
- Evaluate employees work
Evaluate the need for labour for the work ahead.
practical skillneeded in 60 occupations
- Follow verbal instructions
Have the ability to follow spoken instructions received from colleagues.
practical skillneeded in 60 occupations
- Obtain financial information
Gather information on securities, market conditions, governmental regulations and the financial situation, goals and needs of clients or companies.
practical skillneeded in 60 occupations
- Adapt to changing situations
Change approach to situations based on unexpected and sudden changes in people's needs and mood or in trends; shift strategies, improvise and naturally adapt to those…
practical skillneeded in 60 occupations
- Show intercultural awareness
Show sensibility towards cultural differences by taking actions which facilitate positive interaction between international organisations, between groups or individuals of…
practical skillneeded in 60 occupations
- Apply quality standards in social services
Apply quality standards in social services while upholding social work values and principles.
practical skillneeded in 59 occupations
- Assess social service users' situation
Assess the social situation of service users situation balancing curiosity and respect in the dialogue, considering their families, organisations and communities and the…
practical skillneeded in 59 occupations
- Comply with quality standards related to healthcare practice
Apply quality standards related to risk management, safety procedures, patients feedback, screening and medical devices in daily practice, as they are recognized by the national…
practical skillneeded in 59 occupations
- Produce sales reports
Maintain records of calls made and products sold over a given time frame, including data regarding sales volumes, number of new accounts contacted and the costs involved.
practical skillneeded in 59 occupations
- Manage theft prevention
Apply theft and robbery prevention; monitor security surveillance equipment; enforce security procedures if needed.
practical skillneeded in 59 occupations
- Use IT tools
Application of computers, computer networks and other information technologies and equipment to storing, retrieving, transmitting and manipulating data, in the context of a…
practical skillneeded in 59 occupations
- Assess the development of youth
Evaluate the different aspects of development needs of children and young people.
practical skillneeded in 59 occupations
- Answer requests for quotation
Make up prices and documents for the products that customers may purchase.
practical skillneeded in 59 occupations
- Drive vehicles
Be able to drive vehicles; have the approapriate type of driving license according to the type of motor vehicle used.
practical skillneeded in 59 occupations
- Communicate with social service users
Use verbal, non-verbal, written, and electronic communication.
practical skillneeded in 58 occupations
- Report on social development
Report results and conclusions on society's social development in an intelligible way, presenting these orally and in written form to a range of audiences from non-experts to…
practical skillneeded in 58 occupations
- Apply person-centred care
Treat individuals as partners in planning, developing and assessing care, to make sure it is appropriate for their needs.
practical skillneeded in 58 occupations
- Ensure compliance with safety legislation
Implement safety programmes to comply with national laws and legislation.
practical skillneeded in 58 occupations
- Prepare production prototypes
Prepare early models or prototypes in order to test concepts and replicability possibilities.
practical skillneeded in 58 occupations
- Provide health education
Provide evidence based strategies to promote healthy living, disease prevention and management.
practical skillneeded in 58 occupations
- Create a financial plan
Develop a financial plan according to financial and client regulations, including an investor profile, financial advice, and negotiation and transaction plans.
practical skillneeded in 58 occupations
- Manage schedule of tasks
Maintain an overview of all the incoming tasks in order to prioritise the tasks, plan their execution, and integrate new tasks as they present themselves.
practical skillneeded in 58 occupations
- Write research proposals
Synthetise and write proposals aiming to solve research problems.
practical skillneeded in 58 occupations
- Maintain records of work with service users
Maintain accurate, concise, up-to-date and timely records of the work with service users while complying with legislation and policies related to privacy and security.
practical skillneeded in 57 occupations
- Deliver social services in diverse cultural communities
Deliver services which are mindful of different cultural and language traditions, showing respect and validation for communities and being consistent with policies regarding human…
practical skillneeded in 57 occupations
- Manage social crisis
Identify, respond and motivate individuals in social crisis situations, in a timely manner, making use of all resources.
practical skillneeded in 57 occupations
- Assess supplier risks
Evaluate supplier performance in order to assess if suppliers follow the agreed contracts, meet the standard requirements and provide the desired quality.
practical skillneeded in 57 occupations
- Follow health and safety precautions in social care practices
Ensure hygienic work practice, respecting the safety of the environment at day care, residential care settings and care at home.
practical skillneeded in 56 occupations
- Build helping relationship with social service users
Develop a collaborative helping relationship, addressing any ruptures or strains in the relationship, fostering bonding and gaining service users` trust and cooperation through…
practical skillneeded in 56 occupations
- Communicate professionally with colleagues in other fields
Communicate professionally and cooperate with members of the other professions in the health and social services sector.
practical skillneeded in 56 occupations
- Work with respect for own safety
Apply the safety rules according to training and instruction and based on a solid understanding of the prevention measures and risks to your own personal health and safety.
practical skillneeded in 56 occupations
- Interpret 3D plans
Interpret and understand plans and drawings in manufacturing processes which include representations in three dimensions.
practical skillneeded in 56 occupations
- Maintain work area cleanliness
Keep the working area and equipment clean and orderly.
practical skillneeded in 56 occupations
- Estimate restoration costs
Estimate the cost implications of restoring and replacing products or parts.
practical skillneeded in 56 occupations
- Demonstrate leadership in social service cases
Take the lead in the practical handling of social work cases and activities.
practical skillneeded in 55 occupations
- Fasten components
Fasten components together according to blueprints and technical plans in order to create subassemblies or finished products.
practical skillneeded in 55 occupations
- Provide social counselling
Assist and guide social service users to resolve personal, social or psychological problems and difficulties.
practical skillneeded in 55 occupations
- Apply company policies
Apply the principles and rules that govern the activities and processes of an organisation.
practical skillneeded in 55 occupations
- Interpret 2D plans
Interpret and understand plans and drawings in manufacturing processes which include representations in two dimensions.
practical skillneeded in 55 occupations
- Execute working instructions
Understand, interpret and properly apply work instructions regarding different tasks in the workplace.
practical skillneeded in 55 occupations
- Supply machine with appropriate tools
Supply the machine with the necessary tools and items for a particular production purpose.
practical skillneeded in 55 occupations
- Maintain relationships with government agencies
Establish and maintain cordial working relationships with peers in different governmental agencies.
practical skillneeded in 55 occupations
- Undertake continuous professional development in social work
Undertake continuous professional development (CPD) to continuously update and develop knowledge, skills and competences within one`s scope of practice in social work.
practical skillneeded in 54 occupations
- Apply socially just working principles
Work in accordance with management and organisational principles and values focusing on human rights and social justice.
practical skillneeded in 54 occupations
- Interact with healthcare users
Communicate with clients and their carer’s, with the patient’s permission, to keep them informed about the clients’ and patients’ progress and safeguarding confidentiality.
practical skillneeded in 54 occupations
- Set up pricing strategies
Apply methods used for setting product value taking into consideration market conditions, competitor actions, input costs, and others.
practical skillneeded in 54 occupations
- Define technical requirements
Specify technical properties of goods, materials, methods, processes, services, systems, software and functionalities by identifying and responding to the particular needs that…
practical skillneeded in 54 occupations
- Follow production schedule
Follow production schedule taking into account all requirements, times and needs.
practical skillneeded in 54 occupations
- Interview people
Interview people in a range of different circumstances.
practical skillneeded in 54 occupations
- Apply knowledge of human behaviour
Practice principles related to group behaviour, trends in society, and influence of societal dynamics.
practical skillneeded in 54 occupations
- Calculate needs for construction supplies
Take measurements on site and estimate the amount of materials required for the construction or restoration project.
practical skillneeded in 54 occupations
- Develop learning curriculum
Develop and plan the learning goals and outcomes for education institutions, as well as the required teaching methods and potential education resources.
practical skillneeded in 54 occupations
- Manage stress in the work place
Cope with sources of stress and cross-pressure in one's own professional life, such as occupational, managerial, institutional and personal stress, and help others do the same so…
practical skillneeded in 53 occupations
- Apply context specific clinical competences
Apply professional and evidence based assessment, goal setting, delivery of intervention and evaluation of clients, taking into account the developmental and contextual history of…
practical skillneeded in 53 occupations
- Identify new business opportunities
Pursue potential customers or products in order to generate additional sales and ensure growth.
practical skillneeded in 53 occupations
- Carry out active selling
Deliver thoughts and ideas in impactful and influencing manner to persuade customers to become interested in new products and promotions.
practical skillneeded in 53 occupations
- Monitor manufacturing quality standards
Monitor quality standards in manufacturing and finishing process.
practical skillneeded in 53 occupations
- Ensure equipment maintenance
Ensure that the equipment required for operations is regularly checked for faults, that routine maintenance tasks are performed, and that repairs are scheduled and performed in…
practical skillneeded in 53 occupations
- Maintain electrical equipment
Test electrical equipment for malfunctions.
practical skillneeded in 53 occupations
- Advocate for social service users
Speak for and on behalf of service users, using communicative skills and knowledge of relevant fields to assist those less advantaged.
practical skillneeded in 52 occupations
- Align components
Align and lay out components in order to put them together correctly according to blueprints and technical plans.
practical skillneeded in 52 occupations
- Maintain students' discipline
Make sure students follow the rules and code of behaviour established in the school and take the appropriate measures in case of violation or misbehaviour.
practical skillneeded in 52 occupations
- Strive for company growth
Develop strategies and plans aiming at achieving a sustained company growth, be the company self-owned or somebody else's.
practical skillneeded in 52 occupations
- Report analysis results
Produce research documents or give presentations to report the results of a conducted research and analysis project, indicating the analysis procedures and methods which led to…
practical skillneeded in 52 occupations
- Manage government policy implementation
Manage the operations of the implementation of new government policies or changes in existing policies on a national or regional level as well as the staff involved in the…
practical skillneeded in 52 occupations
- Write records for repairs
Write records of the repairs and maintenance interventions undertaken, of parts and materials used, and other repair facts.
practical skillneeded in 52 occupations
- Apply holistic approach within social services
Consider the social service user in any situation, recognising the connections between micro-dimension, meso-dimension, and macro-dimension of social problems, social development…
practical skillneeded in 51 occupations
- Contribute to protecting individuals from harm
Use established processes and procedures to challenge and report dangerous, abusive, discriminatory or exploitative behaviour and practice, bringing any such behaviour to the…
practical skillneeded in 51 occupations
- Review social service plan
Review social service plans, taking your service users' views and preferences into account.
practical skillneeded in 51 occupations
- Set sales goals
Set sales goals and objectives to be reached by a sales team within a period of time such as the target amount of sales made and new customers found.
practical skillneeded in 51 occupations
- Follow work schedule
Manage the sequence of activities in order to deliver completed work on agreed deadlines by following a work schedule.
practical skillneeded in 51 occupations
- Use geographic information systems
Work with computer data systems such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
practical skillneeded in 51 occupations
- Order construction supplies
Order required materials for the construction project, taking care to purchase the most suitable material for a good price.
practical skillneeded in 51 occupations
- Identify hazards in the workplace
Perform safety audits and inspections on workplaces and workplace equipment.
practical skillneeded in 51 occupations
- Prevent social problems
Prevent social problems from developing, defining and implementing actions that can prevent social problems, striving for the enhancement of the quality of life for all citizens.
practical skillneeded in 50 occupations
- Organise product display
Arrange goods in attractive and safe way.
practical skillneeded in 50 occupations
- Carry out statistical forecasts
Undertake a systematic statistical examination of data representing past observed behaviour of the system to be forecast, including observations of useful predictors outside the…
practical skillneeded in 50 occupations
- 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…
practical skillneeded in 50 occupations
- Monitor machine operations
Observing machine operations and evaluating product quality thereby ensuring conformity to standards.
practical skillneeded in 50 occupations
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