Practical skills: list by number of occupationsPage 48 of 100

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

Items 4,701–4,800 of 9,995

  1. Operate collating machine

    Set up and monitor the machine that automatically sorts the different pages of documents.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  2. Operate creasing machinery

    Feed material squarely into the machine and check that the position of cuts and creases is correct, without damage.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  3. Operate laser cutting equipment

    Focus a narrow beam of strong laser light onto a metal surface to evaporate the material and make a cut.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  4. Organise costume fittings

    Organise fitting sessions for the actors and decide on the required actions.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  5. Pack stone products

    Use lifting equipment to lower the heavy pieces into boxes and guide them by hand to make sure they take the right place.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  6. Perforate printed media

    Use tools to create small holes or series of holes in printed material in order to allow easy separation from designated sections of the printed output.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  7. Perform music in ensemble

    Perform music in cooperation with fellow musicians, as a part of an ensemble.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  8. Perform ritual cleaning activities

    Clean equipment and tools according to set traditions and rites, handling the materials as prescribed.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  9. Perform underwater bridge inspection

    Wade through a body of water to inspect the piles of a bridge.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  10. Pleat fabrics

    Apply pleating processes to fabrics and wearing apparel products following adequate procedures and using specific equipment for the purpose.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  11. Prepare flambeed dishes

    Make flambeed dishes in the kitchen or in front of customers while paying attention to safety.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  12. Prepare meat products for use in a dish

    Make meat products for use in a dish by cleaning, cutting or using other methods.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  13. Prepare simple meals on board

    Prepare simple meals using healthy ingredients; work hygienically.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  14. Produce materials for decision making

    Compile relevant data, write reports and occasionally prepare presentations to communicate information that will help the business management team to take decisions.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  15. Promote the conservatory

    Maintain a positive image of the conservatory and use personal network in the best interest of the conservatory, such as establishing valuable artistic and financial connections.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  16. Propose leisure activities

    Propose appropriate recreational activities based on the targeted public's behaviour and wishes.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  17. Research new treatments for blood related disorders

    Research cures and new diagnostic techniques for leukaemia and related blood cancers.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  18. Set up generators

    Install and operate generators as power supplies according to regulations and specifications.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  19. Specialise in a musical genre

    Specialise in a specific type or style of music.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  20. Support sport activities in education

    Support sport and physical activity in an education context.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  21. Tend CNC engraving machine

    Monitor and operate a computer numerical controlled (CNC) engraving machine according to regulations.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  22. Think creatively about jewellery

    Generate innovative and creative ideas to design and decorate jewellery.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  23. Train animals for professional purposes

    Train animals for specific activities in order to help humans carry out their professional tasks.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  24. Train staff on waste management

    Train the staff of a facility which deals with waste management, or an organisation's staff responsible for waste management strategies, on the improvements that can be made to…

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  25. Treat medical conditions of elderly people

    Provide treatment to elderly patients affected by the diseases that are common in this age group such as Alzheimer`s disease, cancer (ovarian cancer, prostate cancer), dementia…

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  26. Utilise cross-selling

    Apply sales techniques to sell additional products or services to current customers.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  27. Work for public inclusion

    Work on an educational level with specific groups for public inclusion, like prisoners, youth, children.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  28. Work in a multicultural environment in fishery

    Interact and communicate with individuals and groups from different cultures and backgrounds in fishery operations.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  29. Work safely with stage weapons

    Take necessary precautions while preparing, transporting, storing, training and operating stage weapons (stabbing weapons, shooting weapons, etc).

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  30. Write manuals

    Write down instructions about how to properly and safely use equipment, machinery, and systems.

    practical skillneeded in 4 occupations

  31. Accommodate cargo in freight transport vehicle

    Properly position, cushion, restrain and balance cargo.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  32. Act discreetly

    Be discreet and don't draw attention.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  33. Advise customers on storage of fruits and vegetables

    Provide advice to customers on their request concerning the storage of fruit and vegetables.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  34. Advise on acquisitions

    Provide advice based on existing and planned acquisitions and investigate acquisition options.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  35. Advise on art handling

    Advise and instruct other museum professionals and technicians on how to manipulate, move, store and present artifacts, according to their physical characteristics.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  36. Advise on customs regulations

    Give information to people regarding import and export restrictions, tariff systems and other custom-related topics.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  37. Analyse quality of nurse care

    Analyse the quality of care in order to improve the own professional practice as a general care nurse.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  38. Analyse the training market

    Analyse the market in the training industry in terms of its attractiveness taking market growth rate, trends, size and other elements into account.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  39. Anchor ships to the port

    Anchor ships to the port according to the type of vessel.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  40. Apply assembly techniques

    Apply correct and up-to-date assembly methods in the production development process.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  41. Apply crisis management

    Take control over plans and strategies in critical circumstances showing empathy and understanding to achieve resolution.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  42. Apply radiological health sciences

    Use and apply radiological health sciences according to the situation and patient's response to treatment.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  43. Apply sustainability principles in health care

    Take into account the sustainability principles in healthcare and strive for the rational use of resources.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  44. Apply veterinary epidemiology

    Analyse animal and zoonotic disease morbidity and mortality in a given population and relate findings to the norm.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  45. Arrange audit

    Arrange a systematic examination of books, accounts, documents, and vouchers to ascertain how far the financial statements present a true and fair view, and to ensure that the…

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  46. Assemble batteries

    Manufacture batteries using hand tools, power tools or automated machines.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  47. Assess oil hardness

    Assess samples to make sure that hardness of oils are in accordance with specifications.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  48. Assess sugar levels in tobacco leaves

    Assess levels of sugar in tobacco leaves by referring to the curing and fermentation methods of the tobacco, by using different tools and equipment for testing.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  49. Assist water-based navigation

    Ensure that up-to-date charts and nautical publications are on board of the ship.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  50. Blend tobacco leaves

    Blend tobacco leaves by cutting, conditioning, and blending the leaves of tobacco before these are being wrapped in a cigar or cut for cigarettes.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  51. Carry out aerial tree rigging

    Undertake aerial tree rigging to safely remove lower tree sections using suitable cuts, minimising shock loading in the rigging systems.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  52. Carry out hatchery production processes

    Collect naturally spawned fish eggs, eliminate egg adhesiveness, incubate eggs until hatching, hatch and maintain newly born larvae, monitor larvae status, carry out early feeding…

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  53. Carry out repairs and maintenance of vehicle bodies

    Execute repair and maintenance tasks to damaged vehicle bodies; follow customers' individual requests and instructions.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  54. Certify the performance of veterinary procedures

    Produce descriptive certification of procedures carried out by a veterinarian.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  55. Clean ink rollers

    Clean ink roller and type using ink solvent and rags.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  56. Clean road vehicles

    Clean and maintain vans, buses and any other road vehicles to ensure safe operating conditions.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  57. Clean tyres

    Clean the completed tyres in order to prepare them for painting.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  58. Collect healthcare user data under supervision

    Collect qualitative and quantitative data related to the healthcare user's physical, psychological, emotional and social status and functional ability within set parameters…

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  59. Collect rental fees

    Receive and process payments from tenants of properties, such as residential or commercial properties, ensuring that the paid rent is in accordance with the contract and that…

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  60. Collect samples from animals

    Obtain specimens of an animal's body fluids, secretions, excretion or other tissues, in order to facilitate the diagnosis of health and disease.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  61. Communicate mooring plans

    Prepare crew briefings on mooring plans and division of labour.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  62. Comply with railway safety standards

    Ensure compliance with minimum safety standards for freight cars operated by railway companies subject to European legislation.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  63. Comply with the planned time for the depth of the dive

    Ensure that a diver returns from a given depth after the planned time limit has expired.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  64. Comply with wildlife hazard management programmes

    Ensure that animal hazard management programs are carried out appropriately.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  65. Comprehend the material to be translated

    Read and analyse the content and themes of the material to be translated.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  66. Condition broodstock

    Incubate eggs until hatching.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  67. Conduct ante-mortem veterinary health inspection

    Perform clinical assessment and certification of the health status of food animals prior to slaughter.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  68. Conduct veterinary consultation

    Conduct structured and empathetic communication with clients in order to ascertain or provide relevant clinical information concerning health status, treatment options or other…

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  69. Control animals in distress

    Control distressed or panicked animals safely and without harm to the animal to be slaughtered.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  70. Control kiln firing

    Control and monitor the kiln so that it fires ware (greenware or deorations) according to specified thickness and hardness.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  71. Control train movement

    Control acceleration, braking, and overall operation of train in motion.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  72. Coordinate fish handling operations

    Organise fish handling operations to avoid fish products deterioration.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  73. Coordinate performance tours

    Schedule planning for a series of event dates, plan timetables, organise venues, accommodations and transportation for longer tours.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  74. Cope with excrements

    Cope with excrements, strong smells, and animal waste without feeling overwhelmed.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  75. Counsel healthcare users on medicines

    Discuss and agree with healthcare users on the appropriate use of medicines, providing the healthcare user with sufficient information to assure the safe and proper use of the…

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  76. Create social alliances

    Build cross-sector long-term relationships with stakeholders (from public, private or non-profit sector) to achieve common goals and address common societal challenges through…

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  77. Cure tobacco leaves

    Remove the moisture out of the tobacco leaves directly after harvesting them through various processes such as air curing, flue curing or sun curing.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  78. Decide upon a psychotherapeutic approach

    Make an informed choice about which type of psychotherapeutic intervention to apply when working with patients, according to their needs.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  79. Design optical prototypes

    Design and develop prototypes of optical products and components using technical drawing software.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  80. Detect bottlenecks

    Identify bottlenecks in the supply chain.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  81. Determine imaging techniques to be performed

    Determine the appropriate imaging techniques to provide the appropriate diagnostic information to the doctor who requested it.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  82. Determine medical images' diagnostic suitability

    Appraise the medical images to make sure that they are clear.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  83. Develop efficiency plans for maritime shipping

    Arrange the most efficient use of cargo space and vessel movement; monitor the number of available cranes and dock space; and assess the physical condition of ships and impact of…

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  84. Develop health and safety strategies in mining

    Develop strategies and procedures to manage health and safety in mining.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  85. Develop optical test procedures

    Develop testing protocols to enable a variety of analyses of optical systems, products, and components.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  86. Develop personalised massage plan

    Determine the massage treatment to be applied based on the medical diagnosis, the prescription plan, and according to the condition of the patient.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  87. Develop stock health programmes

    Develop a health and welfare programme for those aquatic resources under cultivation, in consultation with the fish health specialist.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  88. Develop tourism products

    Develop and promote tourism products, activities, services and package deals.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  89. Diagnose nursing care

    A judgment based on a comprehensive nursing assessment.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  90. Dispatch order processing

    Pack and deliver the packed goods to a shipping carrier.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  91. Distinguish ship construction methods

    Distinguish various methods of constructing vessels and how this affects their behaviour in the water in terms of strength and stability.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  92. Dry tobacco leaves

    Dry tobacco leaves to a precisely defined level of moisture according to product specifications.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  93. Enhance production workflow

    Enhance the product workflow by analysing and developing logistics plans that impact production as well as distribution.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  94. Ensure curriculum adherence

    Ensure that educational institutions, teachers, and other education officials adhere to the approved curriculum during educational activities and planning.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  95. Ensure quality assurance for pharmaceutical products

    Take the necessary steps to guarantee the quality of pharmaceutical products ensuring that the refrigerators/freezers are at the correct temperature and complete the appropriate…

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  96. Evaluate coffee characteristics

    Analyse and evaluate coffee taste sensations including the coffee’s body, aroma, acidity, bitterness, sweetness, and finish.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  97. Evaluate nursing care

    Evaluate nursing care assessing mechanisms and processes for continuous quality improvement in nursing care, considering the scientific, technical and ethical development.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  98. Evaluate spatial information

    Manipulate, organise, and interpret spatial information to better determine the layout and placement of objects within the given space.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  99. Examine green coffee beans

    Examine green coffee beans ensuring that they are all approximately the same colour, shape and size.

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

  100. Execute proofs of alcohol mixture

    Measure temperature (using e.g. thermometer) and specific gravity (using e.g. alcohol-proof hydrometer) and compare readings with tables from standard gauging manuals to determine…

    practical skillneeded in 3 occupations

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