Carry out de-icing activities

Spread salt or other chemical products on the ice-covered surface in public spaces to ensure de-icing and safe usage of such spaces.

remove ice
carry out activities to de-ice
conduct de-icing activities
carry out de-icing activity

skill/competence

cross-sector

Carry out de-icing activities is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Snow-clearing worker: Snow-clearing workers operate trucks and plows to remove snow and ice from public sidewalks, streets and other locations. They also dump salt and sand on the ground to de-ice the concerning locations.

Carry out de-icing activities 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.

Road maintenance technician: Road maintenance technicians inspect and manage roads in enclosed areas for maintenance and repair. They help to relieve traffic safely and smoothly, and check if traffic signs, roads and pavements are in good condition.
Road maintenance worker: Road maintenance workers perform routine inspections of roads, and are sent out to perform repairs when called for. They patch potholes, cracks and other damage in roads.

References

1. Carry out de-icing activities – ESCO