Description
Operate a band saw, an industrial saw that features a continuous flexible blade revolving around two or more wheels.
Alternative labels
operating band saw
operate band saws
control band saw
run band saw
activate band saw
handle band saw
use band saw
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
cross-sector
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Operate band saw is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Band saw operator: Band saw operators work with industrial saws that feature a continuous flexible blade revolving around two or more wheels. Band saws are most effective at producing irregular shapes.
Optional skill
Operate band saw 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.
Carpenter: Carpenters cut, shape and assemble wooden elements for the construction of buildings and other structures. They also use materials such as plastic and metal in their creations. Carpenters create the wooden frames to support wood framed buildings.
Sawmill operator: Sawmill operators work with automated lumber mill equipment which saws timber into rough lumber. They also handle various sawing machines which further process the lumber in various shapes and sizes. These processes are nowadays often computer controlled.
Carpenter supervisor: Carpenter supervisors monitor carpentry operations in construction. They assign tasks and take quick decisions to resolve problems. They pass their skills on to apprentice carpenters.
References
- Operate band saw – ESCO
