Practical skills: list by number of occupationsPage 30 of 100

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

Items 2,901–3,000 of 9,995

  1. Process customer requests based on the REACh Regulation 1907 2006

    Reply to private consumer requests according to REACh Regulation 1907/2006 whereby chemical Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) should be minimal.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  2. Read lighting plans

    Read the instructions on the light plan to determine the light equipment needed and the right placement.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  3. Secure sensitive customer's information

    Select and apply security measures and regulations related to sensitive customer information with the aim of protecting their privacy.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  4. Segregate raw materials

    Segregate into batches the raw materials to be further processed.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  5. Skin animals

    Skin animals in an appropriate manner considering the end purpose of the skin.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  6. Tend mixing oil machine

    Use machines to weigh and mix vegetable oils for products, such as salad oils, shortening and margarine, according to formula.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  7. Tune keyboard music instruments

    Tune any parts of keyboard musical instruments that are off-key, by using various tuning techniques.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  8. Tune stringed musical instruments

    Tune any parts of stringed musical instruments that are off-key, by using various tuning techniques.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  9. Wash the laundry

    Wash or clean clothes by hand or by use of a washing machine.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  10. Work with pre-production team

    Consult with the pre-production team about expectations, requirements, budget, etc.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  11. Advise on pregnancy

    Counsel patients on normal changes occurring in pregnancy, providing advice on nutrition, drug effects and other lifestyle changes.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  12. Apply certification and payment procedures

    Apply the verification principles and the financial control framework which ensure that the relevant supplies, services or works are delivered in compliance with the terms and…

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  13. Assemble printed circuit boards

    Attach electronic components to the printed circuit board through applying soldering techniques.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  14. Assess informational needs

    Communicate with clients or users in order to identify which information they require and the methods with which they can access it.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  15. Assess nature of injury in emergency

    Assess the nature and extent of injury or illness to establish and prioritise a plan for medical treatment.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  16. Attach power cords to electric module

    Attach the power cords to the electric module of electric clocks or watches.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  17. Brainstorm ideas

    Pitch your ideas and concepts to fellow members of the creative team in order to come up with alternatives, solutions and better versions.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  18. Communicate price changes

    Transparent, straightforward and effective communication with all departments involved; clearly communicate about price changes and their possible consequences.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  19. Complete report sheets of activity

    Keep written records of the service provided on a regular or punctual basis, with explicit hours of work performed and signature.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  20. Conduct full-scale emergency plan exercises

    Conduct and mobilise all efforts, support organisations, resources, and communications within the airport, to carry out prevention plan exercises in order to prepare and train…

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  21. Deliver outstanding service

    Provide outstanding customer service by exceeding customer expectations; establish reputation as an exceptional service provider.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  22. Develop a pedagogical concept

    Develop a specific concept that describes the educational principles on which the organisation is based, and the values and behaviour patterns it advocates.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  23. Develop footwear collection

    Transform footwear design ideas and concepts into prototypes and, finally, a collection.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  24. Develop plans related to the transfer of care

    Organise transfer of care, when applicable, across a range of healthcare settings, communicating effectively and ensuring that the patient/client and carers are involved in the…

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  25. Discharge cement

    Discharge the cement from the mixer into cans.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  26. Dismantle the rehearsal set

    Take apart all prepared scenic elements after the rehearsal.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  27. Employ cognitive behaviour treatment techniques

    Employ cognitive behavioural treatment techniques for those whose treatment involves cognitive re-training, addressing dysfunctional emotions, maladaptive behaviours and cognitive…

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  28. Engage in debates

    Construct and present arguments used in a constructive debate and discussion in order to convince the opposing party or a neutral third party of the debater's stance.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  29. Engage the audience emotionally

    Create an emotional connection with the audience through your performance.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  30. Ensure lawful business operations

    Comply with legislation in the daily operations of a company.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  31. Evaluate cultural venue programmes

    Assist with the appraisal and evaluation of museum and any art facility programmes and activities.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  32. Evaluate cultural venue visitor needs

    Assess the needs and expectations of museum and any art facility visitors in order to regularly develop new programmes and activities.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  33. Explain accounting records

    Provide additional explanation and disclosure to staff, vendors, auditors, and to any other instance about the way accounts were recorded and treated in the financial records.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  34. Forecast future ICT network needs

    Identify current data traffic and estimate how growth will affect the ICT network.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  35. Handle cargo

    Manage safely the mechanical elements in the loading and unloading of cargo and stores.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  36. Handle glassware

    Utilise glassware by polishing, cleaning and storing it properly.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  37. Handle incidents

    Handle incidents, such as accidents, emergencies or theft in a appropriate manner according to the organisation's policies and regulations.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  38. Handle scenic elements during rehearsal

    Handle and assemble equipment and scenery material during rehearsal or on stage.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  39. Harvest aquatic resources

    Grade fish, molluscs, crustaceans manually and using equipment in preparation for harvesting.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  40. Identify undetected organisational needs

    Use the collected input and information from interviewing stakeholders and analysing organisational documents in order to detect unseen needs and improvements that would support…

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  41. Implement risk management in procurement

    Identify the different types of risks in public procurement processes and apply mitigation measure and internal control and audit processes.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  42. Install electric switches

    Prepare wires for installation in a switch.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  43. Interact with airport stakeholders

    Meet government officials, environmental experts, developers, special interest groups as well as the general public, airport users, and other stakeholders, in order to assess…

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  44. Interpret performance concepts in the creative process

    Learn and research a part, in personal and collective research and rehearsal, build an acting performance respecting the concept of the show.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  45. Interpret psychological tests

    Interpret psychological tests in order to obtain information on patients' intelligence, achievements, interests, and personality.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  46. Maintain inventory of tools

    Keep an inventory of tools utilised in the provision of services.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  47. Maintain reception area

    Organise and maintain the reception area, including hygiene, to keep up appearances for incoming guests and visitors.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  48. Maintain tanks

    Clean and keep in adequate condition tanks, basins, and filter beds using hand tools and power tools.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  49. Manage routine waste

    Treat routine waste carefully when performing cleaning activities and ensure that the waste collection and surrounding areas are maintained clean at all times.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  50. Meet building regulations

    Communicate with construction inspection, e.g. by submitting schemes and plans, to make sure all construction regulations, laws and codes are dealt with correctly.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  51. Normalise data

    Reduce data to their accurate core form (normal forms) in order to achieve such results as minimisation of dependency, elimination of redundancy, increase of consistency.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  52. Operate optical measuring equipment

    Operate optical measuring equipment to take client's measurements.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  53. Organise projects to fill education needs

    Fill education gaps by organising projects and activities that help people to grow academically, socially or emotionally.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  54. Oversee shipment routing

    Organise the distribution of the cargo, also known as 'forwarding'.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  55. Oversee the design of touristic publications

    Monitor the design of marketing publications and materials for the promotion of tourism-related products.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  56. Oversee the printing of touristic publications

    Manage the printing of marketing publications and materials for the promotion of tourism-related products.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  57. Perform water analysis

    Collect and analyse samples of surface water and groundwater to analyse them.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  58. Practise veterinary professional codes of conduct

    Adhere to veterinary professional codes of practice and legislation.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  59. Prepare site for construction

    Prepare ground or site for construction of wooden and brick terraces, fences and ground surfaces.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  60. Prescribe exercises

    Provide a range of exercise programmes in accordance with the needs of the clients by applying principles of exercise programming.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  61. Preserve original text

    Translate texts without adding, changing or omitting anything.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  62. Provide fitness information

    Provide clients with accurate information on the principles of nutrition and fitness exercises.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  63. Provide input to collaborators to guide their work

    Discuss and exchange ideas related to the project with the team.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  64. Record data from biomedical tests

    Use information technology to accurately record and analyse data from biomedical tests, writing reports on the data and sharing results with the appropriate persons.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  65. Represent national interests

    Represent the national government's and industries' interests concerning various matters such as trade, human rights, development aid, environmental issues and other aspects of…

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  66. Set up fish harvesting equipment

    Set up fish harvesting equipment for the efficient slaughter of the fish and subsequent storage.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  67. Show impartiality

    Perform duties for disputing parties or clients based on objective criteria and methods, disregarding prejudice or bias, to make or facilitate objective decisions and outcomes.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  68. Stimulate creativity in the team

    Use techniques like brainstorming to stimulate creativity in the team.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  69. Supervise movement of crew

    Oversee embarkation and disembarkation of crew members.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  70. Support ICT system users

    Communicate with end users, instruct them on how to progress with tasks, use ICT support tools and methods to solve problems and identify possible side effects and provide…

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  71. Support management of raw materials

    Support management of raw materials and plants required by the department for production.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  72. Tend textile washing machines

    Operate textile washing machines keeping efficiency and productivity at high levels.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  73. Test microelectronics

    Test microelectronics using appropriate equipment.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  74. Think creatively about food and beverages

    Generate innovative and creative ideas to come up with new recipes, preparations of food and beverages and new ways to present the products.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  75. Understand the conceptual dimension of a live performance

    Identify the main ideas of a live performance work by analysing choreographic sequences and the emphasis placed on different components of the work.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  76. Use global distribution system

    Operate a computer reservations system or a global distribution system to book or reserve transportations and accommodations.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  77. Use specialised computer models for weather forecasting

    Make short-term and long-term weather forecasts applying physical and mathematical formulae; understand specialised computer modelling applications.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  78. Work in assembly line teams

    Manufacture products on a moving assembly line.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  79. Work with playwrights

    Work with writers through workshops or script development schemes.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  80. Advise on legal services

    Provide legal advice to clients based on their needs in terms of legal services and the specialisation of the professional or legal firm.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  81. Advocate a cause

    Present the motives and objectives of a certain cause, such as a charity cause or political campaign, to individuals or larger audience in order to gather support for the cause.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  82. Analyse road traffic patterns

    Determine the most efficient road traffic patterns and peak times in order to increase schedule efficiency.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  83. Answer questions about the train transport service

    Respond to all questions customers may have about the transportation services on a train.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  84. Apply insulation strips

    Apply insulation strips, which prevent air exchange between outdoors and indoors areas.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  85. Apply reverse engineering

    Use techniques to extract information or disassemble an ICT component, software or system in order to analyse, correct and reassemble or reproduce it.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  86. Assemble health and safety resources in cultural venues

    Make sure the first aid kit is available and fully equipped in cultural venues and facilities.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  87. Assess cereal quality for brewing

    Assessing barley variety, germination potential, moisture content, nitrogen content, and screening for grain size.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  88. Assess debtor's financial situation

    Assess the defaulter's pecuniary circumstances by evaluating the personal income and expenses, and the balance sheet which includes the value of the house, bank account, car and…

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  89. Assess quality of services

    Test and compare various goods and services in order to assess their quality and to give detailed information to consumers.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  90. Assist in ship maintenance

    Contribute to shipboard maintenance and repair using painting, lubrication and cleaning materials and equipment.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  91. Calculate insurance rate

    Gather information on the client's situation and calculate their premium on the basis of various factors such as their age, the place where they live and the value of their house…

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  92. Check stories

    Seek out and investigate stories via your contacts, press releases and other media.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  93. Conduct engineering site audits

    Collect structural, electrical and related site information by conducting engineering site audits.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  94. Conduct forensic evaluations

    Participate in evaluations required to attest the presence and severity of a mental illness, according to the requirements of a criminal or civil court.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  95. Conduct metallurgical structural analysis

    Perform detailed analysis related to researching and testing new metal products.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  96. Conduct preoperative investigations

    Conduct tests before a planned surgical operation, taking into consideration possible risk factors apparent from the clinical assessment, the likelihood of asymptomatic…

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  97. Convert into animated object

    Convert real objects into visual animation elements, using animation techniques such as optical scanning.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  98. Coordinate pre-show checks

    Coordinate the final checks before a performance in order to ensure a safe, optimal functioning environment that is fully ready to start the show.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  99. Cope with manufacturing deadlines pressure

    Cope with a tight schedule on the manufacturing processes level and take the necessary actions when deadlines approach or when some processes fail.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

  100. Design an electric heating system

    Design the details of electric heating systems.

    practical skillneeded in 6 occupations

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