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name: demolition-worker
description: "Occupational skill for the role 'demolition worker' (also: demolition project worker, topwoman, topman, mattockman, demolition reclamation operative, demolition labourer). Use when the user asks for typical demolition worker work such as: typical demolition worker responsibilities"
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# Demolition Worker

Demolition workers operate equipment to demolish structures. They safely destroy buildings and remove the debris to permit the site to be used for a different purpose.

## Core workflow


## How to use this skill

- Read [references/profile.md](references/profile.md) for the occupation profile and scope.
- Consult [references/tasks.md](references/tasks.md) for the full task and activity inventory.
- Check [references/skills.md](references/skills.md) for essential vs. optional competences.
- Check [references/tools.md](references/tools.md) for the software commonly used in this role.

## Key competences (essential)

- demolish structures
- dispose of non-hazardous waste
- drive mobile heavy construction equipment
- follow health and safety procedures in construction
- keep heavy construction equipment in good condition
- mechanical tools
- operate heavy construction machinery without supervision
- operate jackhammer
- prevent damage to utility infrastructure
- react to events in time-critical environments
- recognise the hazards of dangerous goods
- secure working area
- transport construction supplies
- use safety equipment in construction
- work ergonomically

## Hot technologies

- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word

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*Sources: ESCO v1.2.1 (http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/dd89e26f-bb5c-45cb-91c6-8b4d5d82a31f), O*NET 30.3 (49-9096.00, manual nearest match). See manifest.json for licensing/attribution.*