# Competences — staircase installer Source: ESCO v1.2.1 occupation-skill relations (http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/246e7d87-756e-4db2-97e8-11ef63b864f0). ## Essential - **apply wood finishes** (skill/competence) - **clean wood surface** (skill/competence) - **fasten treads and risers** (skill/competence) - **follow health and safety procedures in construction** (skill/competence) - **inspect construction supplies** (skill/competence) - **install handrail** (skill/competence) - **interpret 2D plans** (skill/competence) - **interpret 3D plans** (skill/competence) - **join wood elements** (skill/competence) - **position stair carriage** (skill/competence) - **snap chalk line** (skill/competence) - **transport construction supplies** (skill/competence) - **use measurement instruments** (skill/competence) - **use safety equipment in construction** (skill/competence) - **woodworking tools** (knowledge) - **work ergonomically** (skill/competence) - **work in a construction team** (skill/competence) ## Optional - advise on construction materials (skill/competence) - answer requests for quotation (skill/competence) - apply restoration techniques (skill/competence) - calculate needs for construction supplies (skill/competence) - calculate stairs rise and run (skill/competence) - create architectural sketches (skill/competence) - create cutting plan (skill/competence) - create smooth wood surface (skill/competence) - cut stair carriages (skill/competence) - estimate restoration costs (skill/competence) - follow safety procedures when working at heights (skill/competence) - install newel posts (skill/competence) - install spindles (skill/competence) - keep personal administration (skill/competence) - keep records of work progress (skill/competence) - maintain work area cleanliness (skill/competence) - monitor stock level (skill/competence) - operate hand drill (skill/competence) - operate table saw (skill/competence) - operate wood router (skill/competence) - order construction supplies (skill/competence) - place carpet (skill/competence) - process incoming construction supplies (skill/competence) - protect surfaces during construction work (skill/competence) - select restoration activities (skill/competence) - set up temporary construction site infrastructure (skill/competence) - sort waste (skill/competence) - types of carpet (knowledge) - types of wood (knowledge) - use CAD software (skill/competence) - wood cuts (knowledge)