Drip candles

Description

Drip wicks in heated wax repeatedly to create candles, either by hand or machine.

Alternative labels

imbed candles
dripping candles
embed candles
place candles
introduce candles
drip a candle

Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

cross-sector

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Drip candles is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Candle maker: Candle makers mold candles, place the wick in the middle of the mold and fill the mold with wax, by hand or machine. They remove the candle from the mold, scrape off excess wax and inspect the candle for any deformities.

Optional skill

Drip candles 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.

Wax bleacher: Wax bleachers operate and maintain filter presses and tanks, used in wax bleaching, for candle production processes.

 


 

References

  1. Drip candles – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022