ISCO Occupation Group 7131.2 Paperhanger
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Paperhanger: Paperhangers are specialised in hanging up wallpaper. They apply adhesives to the paper, or to the wall in the case of reinforced wallpaper, and fix the paper straight, well aligned, and avoiding the inclusion of air bubbles.
Essential Skills
- Follow Health And Safety Procedures In Construction
- Hang Wallpaper
- Use Measurement Instruments
- Prepare Wall For Wallpaper
- Apply Wallpaper Paste
- Transport Construction Supplies
- Protect Surfaces During Construction Work
- Snap Chalk Line
- Remove Wallpaper
- Mix Wallpaper Paste
- Cut Wallpaper To Size
- Work Ergonomically
- Inspect Construction Supplies
Optional Skills
- Types Of Paint
- Maintain Work Area Cleanliness
- Paint Surfaces
- Order Construction Supplies
- Clean Painting Equipment
- Follow Safety Procedures When Working At Heights
- Mix Paint
- Use Sander
- Calculate Needs For Construction Supplies
- Monitor Stock Level
- Types Of Wallpaper
- Demonstrate Products' Features
- Tape Drywall
- Keep Personal Administration
- Use Safety Equipment In Construction
- Process Incoming Construction Supplies
- Keep Records Of Work Progress
- Art History
- Work Safely With Chemicals
- Advise On Construction Materials
- Answer Requests For Quotation
- Work In A Construction Team
Alternative Names
- Wallpaper Decorator
- Paper Hanger
- Wall Paperer
- Decorator, Paperhanger
- Wallpaper Hanger
- Decorator Paper Hanger
