Practical skills: list by number of occupationsPage 7 of 100

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

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  1. Safeguard artistic quality of performance

    Observe the show, anticipate and react to possible technical problems, ensuring optimal artistic quality.

    practical skillneeded in 28 occupations

  2. Use office systems

    Make appropriate and timely use of office systems used in business facilities depending on the aim, whether for the collection of messages, client information storage, or agenda…

    practical skillneeded in 28 occupations

  3. Provide first aid to animals

    Administer emergency treatment to prevent deterioration of the condition, suffering and pain until veterinary assistance can be sought.

    practical skillneeded in 28 occupations

  4. Follow a brief

    Interpret and meet requirements and expectations, as discussed and agreed upon with the customers.

    practical skillneeded in 28 occupations

  5. Develop organisational policies

    Develop and supervise the implementation of policies aimed at documenting and detailing the procedures for the operations of the organisation in the lights of its strategic…

    practical skillneeded in 28 occupations

  6. Practice vigilance

    Practice vigilance during patrol or other surveillance activities in order to ensure safety and security, to look out for suspicious behaviour or other alarming changes in…

    practical skillneeded in 28 occupations

  7. Provide customer information related to repairs

    Inform customers about necessary repairs or replacements, discuss products, services and costs, include accurate technical information.

    practical skillneeded in 28 occupations

  8. Provide support in financial calculation

    Provide colleagues, clients or other parties with financial support for complex files or calculations.

    practical skillneeded in 28 occupations

  9. Apply social media marketing

    Employ website traffic of social media such as Facebook and Twitter to generate attention and participation of existing and potential customers through discussion forums, web…

    practical skillneeded in 28 occupations

  10. Write batch record documentation

    Write reports on the manufactured batches history taking into account the raw data, tests performed and compliance to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) of each batch of product.

    practical skillneeded in 28 occupations

  11. Keep inventory of goods in production

    Keep inventory of goods whether they are goods in the front end (i.e. raw materials), intermediate, or back end (i.e. finished products).

    practical skillneeded in 28 occupations

  12. Develop artistic educational activities

    Develop speeches, activities and workshops in order to foster access and comprehension to the artistic creation processes.

    practical skillneeded in 28 occupations

  13. Solve technical problems

    Identify technical problems when operating devices and using digital environments, and solve them (from trouble-shooting to solving more complex problems).

    practical skillneeded in 28 occupations

  14. Maintain privacy of service users

    Respect and maintain the dignity and privacy of the client, protecting his or her confidential information and clearly explaining policies about confidentiality to the client and…

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  15. Manage engineering project

    Manage engineering project resources, budget, deadlines, and human resources, and plan schedules as well as any technical activities pertinent to the project.

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  16. Analyse business requirements

    Study clients' needs and expectations for a product or service in order to identify and resolve inconsistencies and possible disagreements of involved stakeholders.

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  17. Monitor water quality

    Measure water quality: temperature, oxygen, salinity, pH, N2, NO2,NH4, CO2, turbidity, chlorophyll.

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  18. Respond to customers' inquiries

    Answer customers' questions about itineraries, rates and reservations in person, by mail, by e-mail and on the phone.

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  19. Create smooth wood surface

    Shave, plane and sand wood manually or automatically to produce a smooth surface.

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  20. Seek innovation in current practices

    Search for improvements and present innovative solutions, creativity and alternative thinking to develop new technologies, methods or ideas for and answers to work-related…

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  21. Plan schedule

    Develop the schedule including procedures, appointments and working hours.

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  22. Provide financial product information

    Give the customer or client information about financial products, the financial market, insurances, loans or other types of financial data.

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  23. Manage environmental impact of operations

    Manage the interaction with and impact on the environment by companies.

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  24. Debug software

    Repair computer code by analysing testing results, locating the defects causing the software to output an incorrect or unexpected result and remove these faults.

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  25. Integrate system components

    Select and use integration techniques and tools to plan and implement integration of hardware and software modules and components in a system.

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  26. Maintain moulds

    Maintain, repair and clean moulds and mould parts, e.g. by smoothening out imperfections on the surface.

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  27. Analyse consumer buying trends

    Analyse buying habits or currently prevalent customer behaviour.

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  28. Show diplomacy

    Deal with people in a sensitive and tactful way.

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  29. Draw blueprints

    Draw layout specifications for machinery, equipment and building structures.

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  30. Conduct health related research

    Conduct research in health related topics and communicate findings orally, through public presentations or by writing reports and other publications.

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  31. Disassemble engines

    Disassemble internal combustion engines, generators, pumps, transmissions and other components of mechanical equipment.

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  32. Examine credit ratings

    Investigate and look for information on the creditworthiness of companies and corporations, provided by credit rating agencies in order to determine the likelihood of default by…

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  33. Manage consumables stock

    Manage and monitor consumables stock to ensure that the production demands and deadlines can be met at all times.

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  34. Advise client on technical possibilities

    Recommend technical solutions, including systems, to the client within the framework of a project.

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  35. Rig loads

    Safely attach loads to different types of hooks and attachments, taking into account the weight of the load, the power available to move it, static and dynamic tolerances of all…

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  36. Develop scientific research protocols

    Develop and record the procedural method used for a specific scientific experiment in order to enable its replication.

    practical skillneeded in 27 occupations

  37. Interpret traffic signals

    Observe lights on the road, road conditions, nearby traffic, and prescribed speed limits to ensure safety.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  38. Record customers' personal data

    Gather and record customers' personal data into the system; obtain all signatures and documents required for rental.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  39. Use communication equipment

    Set up, test and operate different types of communication equipment such as transmission equipment, digital network equipment, or telecommunications equipment.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  40. Check compatibility of materials

    Make sure the materials are fit to be used together, and if there are any foreseeable interferences.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  41. Enforce financial policies

    Read, understand, and enforce the abidance of the financial policies of the company in regards with all the fiscal and accounting proceedings of the organisation.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  42. Monitor valves

    Monitor and accordingly adjust the valves in order to allow a specific amount of liquids (such as ammonia sulfuric acid or viscous soap) or steam into the mixer or machine.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  43. Maintain laboratory equipment

    Clean laboratory glassware and other equipment after use and it for damage or corrosion in order to ensure its proper functioning.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  44. Test chemical samples

    Perform the testing procedures on the already prepared chemical samples, by using the necessary equipment and materials.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  45. Administer ingredients in food production

    Ingredients to be added and the required amounts according to the recipe and the way those ingredients are to be administered.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  46. Follow directions of the artistic director

    Follow the instructions of the director while understanding his creative vision.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  47. Make technical drawings of fashion pieces

    Make technical drawings of wearing apparel, leather goods and footwear including both technical and engineering drawings.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  48. Align efforts towards business development

    Synchronise the efforts, plans, strategies, and actions carried out in departments of companies towards the growth of business and its turnover.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  49. Consider economic criteria in decision making

    Develop proposals and take appropriate decisions taking into account economic criteria.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  50. Analyse experimental laboratory data

    Analyse experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  51. Control financial resources

    Monitor and control budgets and financial resources providing capable stewardship in company management.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  52. Supervise sales activities

    Monitor and oversee the activities related to the ongoing sales in the shop to ensure that sales goals are met, assess areas for improvement, and identify or solve problems that…

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  53. Ensure law application

    Ensure the laws are followed, and where they are broken, that the correct measures are taken to ensure compliance to the law and law enforcement.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  54. Manage major incidents

    Take immediate action to respond to major incidents that affect the safety and security of individuals in private or public places such as road accidents.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  55. Provide written content

    Communicate information in written form via digital or print media according to the needs of the target group.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  56. Analyse community needs

    Identify and respond to specific social problems in a community, delineating the extent of the problem and outline the level of resources required to address it and identifying…

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  57. Negotiate with stakeholders

    Negotiate compromises with stakeholders and strive to reach the most beneficial agreements for the company.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  58. Evaluate textile characteristics

    Evaluate textiles and their properties in order to manufacture products in conformity with specifications.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  59. Provide improvement strategies

    Identify root causes of problems and submit proposals for effective and long-term solutions.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  60. Analyse goal progress

    Analyse the steps which have been taken in order to reach the organisation's goals in order to assess the progress which has been made, the feasibility of the goals, and to ensure…

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  61. Maintain electronic equipment

    Check and repair electronic equipment.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  62. Manage chemical testing procedures

    Manage the procedures to be used in chemical testing by designing them and conducting tests accordingly.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  63. Develop investment portfolio

    Create an investment portfolio for a customer that includes an insurance policy or multiple policies to cover specific risks, such as financial risks, assistance, reinsurance…

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  64. Examine engineering principles

    Analyse the principles that need to be considered for engineering designs and projects such as functionality, replicability, costs and other principles.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  65. Manage fundraising activities

    Initiate fundraising activities managing the place, teams involved, causes and budgets.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  66. Consult students on learning content

    Take students' opinions and preferences into consideration when determining learning content.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  67. Perform image editing

    Edit various types of images such as analogue and digital photographs or illustrations.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  68. Operate 3D computer graphics software

    Use graphical ICT tools, such as Autodesk Maya, Blender which enable digital editing, modelling, rendering and composition of graphics.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  69. Play musical instruments

    Manipulate purpose-built or improvised instruments to produce musical sounds.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  70. Develop educational resources

    Create and develop educational resources for visitors, school groups, families and special interest groups.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  71. Recommend product improvements

    Recommend product modifications, new features or accessories to keep customers interested.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  72. Recruit personnel

    Carry out assessment and recruitment of personnel for the production.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  73. Develop artistic project budgets

    Developing artistic project budgets for approval, estimating deadlines and material costs.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  74. Document your own practice

    Documenting your own work practice for different purposes like assessment, time management, job application etc.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  75. Pass on trade techniques

    Pass on knowledge and skills, explain and demonstrate the application of equipment and materials and answer questions about trade techniques for the manufacturing of products.

    practical skillneeded in 26 occupations

  76. Identify with the company's goals

    Act for the benefit of the company and for the achievement of its targets.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  77. Apply airport standards and regulations

    Know and apply the accepted standards and regulations for European airports.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  78. Deal with pressure from unexpected circumstances

    Strive to achieve objectives despite the pressures arising from unexpected factors outside of your control.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  79. Work in an aviation team

    Work confidently in a group in general aviation services, in which each individual operates in their own area of responsibility to reach a common goal, such as a good customer…

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  80. Manage logistics

    Create logistic framework for transporting goods to customers and for receiving returns, execute and follow up the logistics processes and guidelines.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  81. Use chemical analysis equipment

    Use the laboratory equipment such as Atomic Absorption equimpent, PH and conductivity meters or salt spray chambre.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  82. Join wood elements

    Bind wooden materials together using a variety of techniques and materials.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  83. Prepare chemical samples

    Prepare the specific samples such as gas, liquid or solid samples in order for them to be ready for analysis, labeling and storing samples according to specifications.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  84. Promote sustainable energy

    Promote the use of renewable electricity and heat generation sources to organisations and individuals, in order to work towards a sustainable future and encourage sales of…

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  85. Stack goods

    Stack goods and manufactured products into containers.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  86. Test electronic units

    Test electronic units using appropriate equipment.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  87. Use automatic programming

    Utilise specialised software tools to generate computer code from specifications, such as diagrams, structured informations or other means of describing functionality.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  88. Apply information security policies

    Implement policies, methods and regulations for data and information security in order to respect confidentiality, integrity and availability principles.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  89. Assess risk factors

    Determine the influence of economical, political and cultural risk factors and additional issues.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  90. Smooth burred surfaces

    Inspect and smooth burred surfaces of steel and metal parts.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  91. Work in shifts

    Work in rotating shifts, where the goal is to keep a service or production line running around the clock and each day of the week.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  92. Conduct field work

    Conducts field work or research which is the collection of information outside of a laboratory or workplace setting.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  93. Control production

    Plan, coordinate, and direct all production activities to insure the goods are made on time, in correct order, of adequate quality and composition, starting from intake goods up…

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  94. Handle delivery of raw materials

    Receive raw materials from the suppliers.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  95. Assess conservation needs

    Assess and list the needs for conservation/restoration, in relation to current use and planned future use.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  96. Ensure safety of mobile electrical systems

    Take the necessary precautions while providing temporary power distribution independently.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  97. Implement a firewall

    Download, install and update a network security system designed to prevent unauthorized access to a private network.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  98. Select restoration activities

    Determine restoration needs and requirements and plan the activities.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  99. Set up equipment for food production

    Set up machinery and equipment for food production.

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

  100. Utilise machine learning

    Use techniques and algorithms that are able to extract mastery out of data, learn from it and make predictions, to be used for program optimisation, application adaptation…

    practical skillneeded in 25 occupations

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