Description
Randomly select samples from a batch of construction materials and test their quality visually and using a variety of tests to gauge their relevant characteristics.
Alternative labels
testing construction material samples
assessing construction material samples
testing of construction material
assess construction material samples
construction material sample-testing
sample analysis of construction materials
analyse construction material samples
sample-testing construction materials
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Test construction material samples is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Construction safety inspector: Construction safety inspectors monitor construction sites and their conformity to health and safety regulations. They perform inspections, identify safety hazards and report on their findings.
Construction quality inspector: Construction quality inspectors monitor the activities at larger construction sites to make sure everything happens according to standards and specifications. They pay close attention to potential safety problems and take samples of products to test for conformity with standards and specifications.
Optional skill
Test construction material samples 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.
Metallurgical technician: Metallurgical technicians provide technical support in researching and performing experiments on minerals, metals, alloys, oil and gas. They also assist in improving the methods of extraction.
Construction quality manager: Construction quality managers make sure the quality of the work meets standards set in the contract, as well as minimum legislative standards. They establish procedures to check quality, perform inspections, and propose solutions to quality shortcomings.
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