Description
Assess samples to make sure that hardness of oils are in accordance with specifications.
Alternative labels
appraise oil hardness
test oil hardness
judge oil hardness
check oil hardness
assessing oil hardness
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Assess oil hardness is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Hydrogenation machine operator: Hydrogenation machine operators control equipment to process base oils for manufacture of margarine and shortening products.
Clarifier: Clarifiers operate equipment to remove sediments and moisture from oleo and oils. They heat clarifying tank with steam and strainers for the clarification process. They remove foreign matters from the surface of hot oleo or oil stacks using skimmers.
Fat-purification worker: Fat-purification workers operate acidulation tanks and equipment that help with the separation of undesirable components from oils.
Optional skill
Assess oil hardness is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Assess oil hardness – ESCO
