Description
Ensure that all drilling equipment works correctly and safely; inspect machines before as well as during drilling operations.
Alternative labels
drill checking
drilling equipment inspection
check drills
inspecting drilling equipment
inspection of drilling equipment
inspecting of drilling equipment
checking of drills
checking drills
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Inspect drilling equipment is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Driller: Drillers set up and operate drilling rigs and related equipment designed to drill holes for mineral exploration, in shotfiring operations, and for construction purposes.
Optional skill
Inspect drilling equipment 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.
Water network operative: Water network operatives maintain pipes and pumping stations used for water supply, waste water removal and sewerage. They perform planned maintenance and repair tasks and clear blockages in pipes and drains.
Stone driller: Stone drillers operate the drilling machine that bores holes into stone blocks. They manipulate granit, sandstone, marble and slate according to specifications.
References
- Inspect drilling equipment – ESCO
