ISCO Occupation Group 8342.8 Scraper Operator
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Scraper Operator: Scraper operators work with a mobile piece of heavy equipment that scrapes the top layer of the ground and deposits it in a hopper to be hauled off. They drive the scraper over the surface to be scraped, adapting the speed of the machine to the hardness of the surface.
Essential Skills
- React To Events In Time-Critical Environments
- Use Safety Equipment In Construction
- Follow Health And Safety Procedures In Construction
- Prevent Damage To Utility Infrastructure
- Mechanical Systems
- Mechanical Tools
- Dig Soil Mechanically
- Recognise The Hazards Of Dangerous Goods
- Inspect Construction Sites
- Work Ergonomically
- Keep Heavy Construction Equipment In Good Condition
- Move Soil
- Work In A Construction Team
- Drive Mobile Heavy Construction Equipment
- Operate Construction Scraper
- Operate Gps Systems
Optional Skills
- Operate Bulldozer
- Interpret 2D Plans
- Operate Excavator
- Operate Grader
- Sort Waste
- Operate Road Roller
- Transport Construction Supplies
- Follow Safety Procedures When Working At Heights
- Electricity
- Test Soil Load Bearing Capacity
- Secure Heavy Construction Equipment
- Machinery Load Capacity
- Keep Records Of Work Progress
- Set Up Temporary Construction Site Infrastructure
- Monitor Stock Level
- Perform Minor Repairs To Equipment
- Interpret 3D Plans
- Operate Heavy Construction Machinery Without Supervision
- Keep Personal Administration
Alternative Names
- Scraper Driver
- Scraper Worker
- Heavy Plant Operator, Scraper
- Towed-Scraper Operator
- Plant Operator, Scraper
- Scraper Operative
- Construction Plant Operator, Scraper
- Motor-Scraper Driver
- Towed-Scraper Driver
