Practical skills: list by number of occupationsPage 67 of 100

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

Items 6,601–6,700 of 9,995

  1. Clean chimney

    Use tools to extract debris from chimneys by using a vacuum cleaner or brush suitable to remove the products of combustion within the flue.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  2. Clean driers

    Clean the refill driers using alumina.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  3. Clean sewerage systems

    Clear out and clean items that block the flow of sewerage in the sewerage system by hand or with a machine.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  4. Clean ventilation system

    Clean combustion and ventilation systems and related equipment.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  5. Clear drill sites

    Clear drill site e.g. by cutting down surrounding trees; make way for new roads to drill site.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  6. Close circuit breaker

    Synchronize incoming generating units with units already in operation.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  7. Coach during a sports competition

    Support individuals or groups during a sports competition, advise them on how to improve their performance and support them as much as possible increasing their chances to perform…

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  8. Coach individuals in specialised nursing care

    Keep abreast of technological development and educate nurses, other health professionals and patient groups about advancements in the field of specialisation.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  9. Coat food products

    Cover the surface of the food product with a coating: a preparation based on sugar, chocolate, or any other product.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  10. Coat inside of tyres

    Coat the broken tyres on the inside by using rubber cement.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  11. Collect cyber defence data

    Collect data for cyber defence using various data collection tools.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  12. Collect mail

    Empty the letter box on a regular basis, organising it on importance and deal with urgent mail.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  13. Communicate in specialised nursing care

    Formulate and communicate complex clinical issues to patients, relatives and other health professionals.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  14. Communicate information during sport game

    Use a range of communication strategies to provide adapted information as an official to sport competitors and participants.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  15. Communicate technicalities with clients

    Communicate with and support clients and veterinarians in case of problems.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  16. Communicate with park visitors

    Communicate with amusement park visitors whilst their ride is inoperative.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  17. Communicate with waste treatment facilities

    Communicate with facilities dealing with the treatment of hazardous or non-hazardous waste in order to ensure efficient cooperation in the organisation of waste treatment…

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  18. Compare alternative vehicles

    Compare the performance of alternative vehicles based on factors such as their energy consumption and the energy density per volume and per mass of different fuels employed.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  19. Compile data for navigation publications

    Compile data for navigational publications; gather and process authentic and valid data.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  20. Compile detailed collection inventory

    Compile a detailed inventory of all items in the collection.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  21. Complete final musical scores

    Collaborate with colleagues, such as copyists or fellow composers, in order to complete musical scores.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  22. Complete membership administration

    Oversee and carry out several tasks in the membership administration process such as reporting membership numbers, ensure that the website is reviewed and maintained and writing…

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  23. Comply with agricultural code of practice

    Adhere to a decree which talks about a series of rules and practices in business transactions between horticultural growers and sellers.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  24. 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

  25. Compose condition reports

    Document the condition of artworks prior to and after movement and manipulation.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  26. Compose description for web elements

    Create texts to convey the message of a web element, such as images or frames, even in cases when it cannot be displayed to the user.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  27. Compose digital game story

    Create a digital game story by writing out a detailed plot and storyboard with descriptions and gameplay objectives.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  28. Compose playlist

    Compose a list of songs to be played during a broadcast or performance in accordance with requirements and time frame.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  29. Compute irrigation pressure

    Calculate how much pressure is needed for existing and planned irrigation systems.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  30. Conduct a homeopathic consultation

    Inquire about the patient's lifestyle, eating habits, personality, emotional balance, and medical history in order to get a complete understanding of the patient's situation.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  31. Conduct financial surveys

    Conduct the procedures of a financial survey from the initial formulation and compilation of the questions, identifying the target audience, managing the survey method and…

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  32. 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

  33. Conduct foster care visits

    Pay regular visits to the family, once the child has been assigned a foster family, to monitor the quality of care given to the child, as well as the progress of the child in that…

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  34. Conduct mobile marketing

    Conduct mobile marketing using a mobile device e.g. tablet or smartphone.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  35. Conduct musical ensembles

    Lead the way in melodic, vocal or instrument sequences.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  36. 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

  37. Conduct podiatry consultation

    Asses the condition of the patient`s feet by cutting his/hers toenails, removing any hard skin and checking for corns, calluses or verrucas and decide on a diagnosis.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  38. Conduct post tanning operations

    Treat skins and hides of animals to produce leather.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  39. Conduct reforestation surveys

    Determine the maintenance and distribution of seedling.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  40. 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

  41. Conduct safe aircraft marshalling

    Conduct safe marshalling of aircraft, adhere to apron markings and ensure accurate completion of associated paperwork or database entries.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  42. Configure ICT system

    Set up and customise an ICT system to meet requirements during initial implementation as well as when new business needs arise.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  43. Connect music fragments

    Connect fragments of or whole songs together in a smooth manner.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  44. Consider ergonomic aspects of urban transportation

    Consider ergonomic aspects of urban transportation systems, affecting both passengers and drivers.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  45. Construct canal locks

    Install lock systems in sections of canals for the raising and lowering of vessels from one level to another.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  46. Construct dams

    Dewater a suitable area through the construction of a diversion tunnel and use earthmoving equipment to build a coffer dam.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  47. Contribute to the advancements in specialised nursing care

    Contribute to the continuous development of the field of specialisation and research-based practice, participating in continuous professional development and research programmes…

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  48. Control delivered waste

    Carry out receiving controls identifying, inspecting and declaring the delivered waste.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  49. 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

  50. Coordinate communication during mine emergencies

    Direct and coordinate communication procedures during emergencies.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  51. Coordinate drilling

    Start, oversee and stop drilling sessions; coordinate personnel on drilling site.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  52. Coordinate flight schedules

    Manage and review flight schedules and aircraft operations before and after departure.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  53. Coordinate security

    Organise the personal, technical and organizational security requirements.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  54. Coordinate technical teams in artistic productions

    Plan, coordinate and supervise the work of the technical teams such as scene, wardrobe, light and sound, make-up and hairdressing and props during set-up, rehearsals, performances…

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  55. Coordinate the administration of a sports organisation

    Develop and implement strategies to coordinate the administration of teams or groups within a club or organisation.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  56. Coordinate transport staff training

    Coordinate staff training in relation to modification of routes, schedules, or new procedures they must follow in the course of their duties.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  57. Counsel on end-of-life care

    Advise elderly patients and their families on end-of-life care such as assisted ventilation, artificial feeding and other ethical issues.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  58. Counsel patient on family concerns

    Guide and advise patients on unsatisfactory relationships, divorce and separation, child rearing, home management, and financial difficulties.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  59. Create artificial light

    Create and set up artificial light sources using flashlights, screens and reflectors.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  60. Create auction catalogue

    Compose auction catalogues with current items up for auction; include recent pictures and terms and conditions of the sale.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  61. Create ceramic objects

    Create functional, decorative or artistic ceramic objects by hand or by using sophisticated industrial tools for part of the creative process, applying a variety of techniques and…

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  62. Create concept of digital game

    Develop and communicate every aspect of overall game vision.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  63. Create documented procedures

    Create and document procedures and metadata definitions.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  64. Create lasts for footwear

    Perform various operations in order to create a new last starting from a previous given geometry.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  65. Create lifecasts

    Use specialised products such as silicones to create moulds of a person's hand, face, or other body parts in a process called lifecasting.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  66. Create musical structures

    Apply aspects of music theory in order to create musical and tonal structures such as harmonies and melodies.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  67. Create patent draft

    Make a precise description of the invention in legal terms.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  68. Create pen-and-paper images

    Draw pen-and-paper images and prepare them to be edited, scanned, coloured, textured and digitally animated.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  69. Create special effects

    Create special visual effects as required by the script, mixing chemicals and fabricating specific parts out of a wide variety of materials.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  70. 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

  71. Cut keys

    Use machines or tools to cut profiles of keys.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  72. Cut raw footage digitally

    Digitally cut video footage to put together the sequence of the film and decide what is usable.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  73. Cut resilient flooring materials

    Cut materials used for resilient floor covering such as vinyl, linoleum or cork with a sharp knife according to the cutting plan.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  74. Cut wallpaper to size

    Use large scissors or other cutting implements to cut wallpaper to size.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  75. Decorate pastry for special events

    Embellish pastry for special occasions such as weddings and birthdays.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  76. Define celestial bodies

    Analyse data and images to calculate the size, shape, brightness, and motion of celestial bodies.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  77. Define costume fabrication methods

    Define costume manufacturing methods and techniques.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  78. Define costume materials

    Define and assign costume materials and fabrics.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  79. Define specifications for clothing

    Define the different clothing product specifications and select the different clothing product materials, accessories, seams, artwork and label specifications.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  80. Delineate mine area

    Set out and recover documentation such as marks or stakes to be used in surveying.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  81. Deliver business research proposals

    Compile information aimed at impacting positively the bottom line of companies.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  82. Deliver sophrology exercises

    Teach sophrology exercises and attend to individual and group sessions, adapting them according to each persons' abilities and needs.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  83. Demonstrate functionality of video games

    Demonstrate to customers the features and functionalities of video games.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  84. Demonstrate technical skills during neurological surgery

    Apply technical skills to open and close the scalp and skull as well as the spinal column.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  85. Describe chemical innovation in products

    Clearly explain chemical innovations and variations made to products at the production level.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  86. Design buildings

    Design buildings and housing projects in cooperation with communities, clients, and other professionals.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  87. Design chassis

    Devise and manufacture a series of custom chassis using design software.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  88. Design electromagnets

    Design and develop conducting electromagnets or products and machines using electromagnetism, such as loudspeakers and MRI machines.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  89. Design hardware

    Design and develop new computer hardware systems and components.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  90. Design landscape schemes

    Design landscaping schemes and create scale models, according to specifications and budget.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  91. Design miniature sets

    Draw miniature set sketches and define set materials and building methods.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  92. Design power electronics

    Design and develop power electronics systems, products, and components according to specifications.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  93. Design press kit for media

    Draft promotional materials to be distributed among members of the media for promotional purposes.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  94. Design the insulation concept

    Design the details of insulation and solutions for thermal bridges.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  95. Detect flaws in bottles

    Detect possible flaws in bottles and take decisions about the bottles and the lot being produced, and reject bottles that do not suit the production.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  96. Detect malfunctions in train control systems

    Detect malfunctions in train control systems such as radios, radar systems, and electronic and electromagnetic components.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  97. Determine cause of damage

    Recognise damage and signs of corrosion, identify their cause and determine maintenance and repair procedures.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  98. Determine charges for customer services

    Determine prices and charges for services as requested by customers.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  99. Determine loan conditions

    Calculate the credit limit and decide on the conditions for the repayment.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

  100. Determine maintenance schedules for airport equipment

    Determine maintenance schedules for the equipment and vehicles used in the airport.

    practical skillneeded in 2 occupations

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