Description
Remove a structure in a safe and efficient manner and dispose of the debris in a correct and environmentally responsible manner. Use a variety of tools and methods to demolish the structure.
Alternative labels
demolish structure
knock down structures
dismantle structure
remove structures
structural demolition
demolition
break down structure
break down structures
demolishing structures
remove structure
demolition of structures
knock down structure
dismantle structures
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Demolish structures is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Demolition worker: Demolition workers operate equipment to demolish structures. They safely destroy buildings and remove the debris to permit the site to be used for a different purpose.
Optional skill
Demolish structures 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.
Demolition supervisor: Demolition supervisors monitor operations involved in the demolition of buildings and clean up of debris. They take quick decisions to resolve problems.
Civil engineer: Civil engineers design, plan, and develop technical and engineering specifications for infrastructure and construction projects. They apply engineering knowledge in a vast array of projects, from the construction of infrastructure for transportation, housing projects, and luxury buildings, to the construction of natural sites. They design plans that seek to optimise materials and integrate specifications and resource allocation within the time constraints.
References
- Demolish structures – ESCO