Practical skills: list by number of occupationsPage 78 of 100

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

Items 7,701–7,800 of 9,995

  1. Apply antibacterial substance to teeth

    Apply preventive and prophylactic substances, such as sealants and fluoride, to the teeth according to the dentist`s directions and under the dentist` supervision.

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  2. Apply bluing techniques

    Use techniques to protect metals against rust, for instance with the use of salt baths.

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  3. Apply diplomatic crisis management

    Deal with threats to the home nation before, during and after they have occurred in order to help bridge the gap between the home nation and foreign nations.

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  4. Apply extensive study of beer styles

    Study and analyse beer styles from different countries and consult companies and people in the industry.

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  5. Apply extensive study of wine types

    Study wine types from around the world and advise companies and people in the industry.

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  6. Apply fabric tape

    Apply fabric tape around closures and ferrules to wrap rubber goods.

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  7. Apply for refunds

    Make inquiries at the supplier in order to return, exchange or refund goods.

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  8. Apply Freinet teaching strategies

    Employ the Freinet teaching approaches to instruct students, such as the use of Enquiry-Based Learning, Centres of Interest, Co-operative Learning, Pedagogy of Work, and The…

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  9. Apply health and safety when picking

    Take the necessary health and safety precautions when picking: posture your body well, safely operate tools and machinery, and wear the right clothes and protection for the…

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  10. Apply health psychological measures

    Apply health psychological measures on persons of all ages and groups regarding health behavior, particularly with regard to health related risk behaviors such as diet, exercise…

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  11. Apply horticultural standards and practices

    Establishes and maintains high horticultural standards and practices; providing direction, training and motivation for the horticultural staff, interns and volunteers.

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  12. Apply massage oil

    Administer oil on the client, either through sprays, salt baths, massage oils or inhalation techniques.

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  13. Apply measures to prevent snow removal safety hazards

    Use snow removal practices and methods that prevent major hazards such as not working on roofs when possible, assessing the weight of the equipment on a given icy structure…

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  14. Apply medical imaging techniques

    Use imaging techniques such as X-rays and ultrasound for looking at the designated body part of the patient.

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  15. Apply Montessori teaching strategies

    Instruct students using Montessori teaching approaches, such as non-structural learning through the use of specially developed learning materials, and encouraging students to…

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  16. Apply music therapy termination methods

    Decide, together with the patient, on the methods to be used to conclude the music therapy sessions.

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  17. Apply paper coating

    Operate coaters and size presses, which apply pigments, starches, and chemicals to the surface of the paper in order to improve some of its characteristics, such as resistance and…

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  18. Apply prescribed herbicides

    Carry out, under supervision and as authorised, the spraying of prescribed herbicides in accordance with training and skills acquired, using manufacturers’ application rates, in…

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  19. Apply publicity code

    Apply legislation and rules to present products to a public in texts, pictures and other symbols.

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  20. Apply quality standards in youth services

    Apply minimum standards and quality measures in youth services while upholding youth work values and principles.

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  21. Apply quality standards to the interaction with candidates

    Follow established procedures which prevent errors in the conception and implementation of an assessment.

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  22. Apply road transport environmental measures

    Apply European Commission (EC) strategies to mitigate emission of CO²; enforce environmental measures to ensure that CO² emission reduction targets are met.

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  23. Apply social distancing protocols

    Ensure everyone is keeping a certain physical distance in indoor or outdoor spaces to prevent the spread of contagious diseases.

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  24. Apply specific manual chiropractic techniques

    Strive to decrease pain caused by neuro-muscular system dysfunction by using specific muscle tissue and joints adjustment and or general manipulation/mobilization.

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  25. Apply Steiner teaching strategies

    Employ the (Waldorf) Steiner teaching approaches, which emphasise a balance of artistic, practical, and intellectual teaching and underline the development of social skills and…

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  26. Apply supports for spinal adjustment

    Apply supports such as braces, straps, tapes, bandages and shoe inserts in order to treat and relieve the patient`s pain.

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  27. Apply the concept of Flexible Use of Airspace

    Monitor the effective implementation of the Flexible Use of Airspace (FUA) concept at various levels.

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  28. Apply through-hole technology manually

    Use through-hole technology (THT) to attach the leads of larger electronic components through the corresponding holes in printed circuit boards.

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  29. Apply tobacco manufacturing requirements

    Apply all laws, regulations and administrative provisions concerning the manufacture and presentation of tobacco and related products.

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  30. Apply weaving techniques for wicker furniture

    Apply various weaving techniques to form a solid structure or a seating surface by means of interlacing strands, and fix it to the chair frame with different techniques such as…

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  31. Approve the design of aircraft parking areas

    Approve the design of aircraft parking areas.

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  32. Arrange bookings

    Arrange shows, performances, concerts, etc. for clients.

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  33. Arrange customs documents

    Make sure goods have the proper documentation and information to pass customs.

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  34. Arrange furniture

    Move and set up pieces of furniture, such as chairs and tables, in order to prepare seminars and meetings or restore the initial appearance of a room or building after an event or…

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  35. Arrange in-home services for patients

    Ensure that the medical discharge of a patient coincides with the arrangement of complementary medical services needed at home.

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  36. Arrange pick‐up

    Determine ways for customers to pick-up cars according to their needs and specific location.

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  37. Arrange rental car drop-off

    Organize the drop-off of cars rented by customers on specific locations.

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  38. Arrange student accommodation

    Screen the several housing options including host families or guesthouses for students going on an exchange programme.

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  39. Assemble ammunition

    Fabricate cartridges by greasing threads on fuses and inserting them in sockets.

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  40. Assemble barrels

    Select the shaped wooden planks, place them inside the working iron hoop and put a loose hoop at the top to hold the planks together.

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  41. Assemble bicycles

    Fit together component parts of bicycles, making sure that every part is fastened properly and that the bicycle is ready for use.

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  42. Assemble bombs

    Tighten pierced and threaded plugs into the base of aerial bombs.

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  43. Assemble cameras

    Mount the components present in the body of the camera, such as the shutter, mirror, flash bulb, image processor, display screen, battery, pentaprism, viewfinder, and image…

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  44. Assemble guns

    Replace or attach firearm components such as optical sights, pistol grips, recoil pads and choking devices.

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  45. Assemble large dimension fabrics for outdoor usage

    Assemble fabrics of large dimensions by sewing, gluing, or bonding, and high frequency welding.

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  46. Assemble microelectronics

    Build microelectronics using microscopes, tweezers, or pick-and-place robots, such as SMT machines.

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  47. Assemble optomechanical equipment

    Prepare and assemble optomechanical components and systems, such as optical mounts and optical tables, using hand tools, precision measuring equipment, soldering and polishing…

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  48. Assemble telecommunications devices

    Put together the parts and components of devices using technological methods for the transmission and reception of information.

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  49. Assemble tent constructions

    Safely and efficiently construct small and large temporary tent structures for live events or other purposes.

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  50. Assemble visual displays

    Assemble and rearrange visual displays in showcase or in-store.

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  51. Assemble wire harnesses

    Build wire harness assemblies using wire harness boards.

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  52. Assess breaches of licence agreements

    Assess cases where the licence agreement is potentially breached by the licence holder in order to evaluate the nature of the breach, determine appropriate consequences such as…

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  53. Assess chiropractic intervention

    Assess chiropractic interventions based on re-evaluation of the client`s response to treatment.

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  54. Assess community arts programme resources

    Identify the intellectual, theoretical, or physical resources or supplies available to develop your mediation practice.

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  55. Assess environmental influences on bovine feet

    Assess the environment and how it can influence the health of the bovine foot.

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  56. Assess harvesting impact on wildlife

    Monitor wildlife populations and habitats for the impact of timber harvesting and other forest operations.

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  57. Assess hydrogenation levels of edible oils

    Assess levels of hydrogenation of edible oils.

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  58. Assess moisture levels in tobacco leaves

    Test tobacco leaves with an electric moisture meter to obtain moisture content.

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  59. Assess patients after surgery

    Examine and assess the patient after the surgical procedure, checking the patient`s condition and helping with transferring the patient from the operating room.

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  60. Assess powertrain

    Assess suitability of powertrain components for given boundaries such as vehicle mission, traction requirements, dynamic demand and costs.

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  61. Assess prior learning

    Evaluate the candidates’ vocational competences, skills and knowledge through tests, interviews, simulations, and evidence of prior learning according to a pre-defined standard or…

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  62. Assess risks and implications of a design

    Assess the risks of the site, proposed development and the implications of overall site layout for final design, utility, maintenance and safety of use.

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  63. Assess students' preliminary learning experiences

    Evaluate students’ preliminary learning experiences, including academic progress, achievements, course knowledge, and skills through assignments, tests, and examinations.

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  64. Assess the care requirements of bovine feet

    Inspect the foot and hoof for signs of injury, wear, or damage.

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  65. Assess the quality of sport competitions

    Evaluate the quality of sport competitions and communicate judgements consistently.

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  66. Assess transport risks

    Identify health and safety risks for the transport sector.

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  67. Assess your competences for artistic coaching

    Evaluate your skill in artistic coaching.

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  68. Assess your competencies in leading community arts

    Evaluate and communicate your skills in leading community activities, especially any other complementary experience that may be advantageous.

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  69. Assign codes to product items

    Assign correct product class codes and cost accounting codes to items.

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  70. Assign taxi fares

    Assign taxi fares according to the request order.

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  71. Assign vehicles in accordance with requirements

    Assign vehicles after assessing the level of demand in relation to the frequency intended, and the structure of the location.

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  72. Assist ambulance paramedics

    Help ambulance paramedics by carrying out basic diagnostic procedures under their direct supervision, handling urgent hospital admissions and any other type of support needed by…

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  73. Assist blood sample collection

    Cooperate with medical team in blood sample collection.

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  74. Assist cage net changing

    Assist in cage net changing and bird net repairing.

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  75. Assist during take off and landing

    Assist captain in take-off and landing procedures by operating communication equipment.

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  76. Assist forest survey crew

    Hold measuring tape and survey rods.

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  77. Assist forest visitors

    Answer questions from campers, hikers and tourists.

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  78. Assist in fund management

    Prepare the implementation of the investment fund manager's decisions and make suggestions on management-related topics such as the development of financial products or the…

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  79. Assist in the administration of fluids to animals

    Prepare the equipment for administering fluids to animals, observe the animal during the treatment, and keep fluid balance records.

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  80. Assist physiotherapists

    Assist physiotherapists in the process involved in client management.

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  81. Assist pilot in execution of emergency landing

    Assist aircraft pilot during emergency situations and emergency landing procedures.

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  82. Assist psychologist

    Assist psychologists in their work.

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  83. Assist the dentist during the dental treatment procedure

    Actively participate in the treatment procedure to retract tissue, tongue and cheek.

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  84. Assist with book events

    Provide assistance in the organisation of book-related events such as talks, literature seminars, lectures, signing sessions, reading groups, etc.

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  85. Assist with reconstructing the body after autopsy

    Assist with the reconstruction and cleaning of the deceased body after post-mortem examinations.

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  86. Assume highest level of responsibility in inland water transportation

    Understand the responsibilities that accompany the position of skipper.

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  87. Audit closed vehicle rental contracts

    Ensure the accuracy of refuelling charges, applicable taxes for the returned vehicles.

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  88. Avoid tear-out in woodworking

    Use techniques to prevent the fibres of wood materials from tearing away, which produces a highly damaged looking surface, thus greatly reducing the value of the specific product.

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  89. Bend staves

    Use various techniques to give the wooden planks the desired curve, such as softening the wood in steam tunnels and then replacing the working hoops with stronger hoops.

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  90. Breed dogs

    Prepare a suitable environment for dog breeding.

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  91. Breed horses

    Operate a suitable environment for horse breeding.

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  92. Breed insects

    Prepare a suitable environment for insect breeding.

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  93. Breed pigs

    Prepare a suitable environment for pig breeding.

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  94. Breed sheep

    Prepare a suitable environment for sheep breeding.

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  95. Brief hospital staff

    Brief hospital staff at arrival with a patient, giving an accurate report of the patient`s condition, circumstances of the accident, illness or injury and treatment given.

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  96. Brief staff on daily menu

    Inform staff on changes to the menus to ensure they have a good understanding of the dishes, their ingredients and possible allergens.

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  97. Brush solvent

    Brush solvent ensuring adhesion of each ply and strength of tires.

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  98. Build a fire

    Select a safe location, away from trees and bushes, to build fire using tinder, a fire starter such as matches, a lighter or specific rocks, kindling wood, and logs.

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  99. Build bodies for vehicles

    Manufacture bodies for passenger-carrying vehicles, such as car, bus, horse-drawn carriage or railroad passenger car.

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  100. Build picture frames

    Build the rigid structure, most working with wood, that encloses pictures and mirrors or holds canvasses for painting.

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