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§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

chimney sweep

Chimney sweeps undertake cleaning activities of chimneys for all types of buildings.

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Description

Chimney sweeps undertake cleaning activities of chimneys for all types of buildings. They remove ash and soot and perform maintenance on a regular basis, following health and safety regulations. Chimney sweeps may perform safety inspections and minor repairs.

Theoretical Knowledge
ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required
personal protective equipmentfire safety regulationsdomestic heating systemsventilation systems
OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit
energyroofing techniques
Practical Skills
ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
carry out chimney pressure testinguse chimney sweeping equipmentmaintain customer servicereport chimney defectsclean chimneydispose soot from the sweeping processadvise on hazards of heating systemscheck chimney's conditionsprotect surrounding area during chimney sweeping processwork in inclement conditionsclean ventilation systemenforce safety procedures when working at heightsuse personal protection equipmentexamine ventilation system
OPTIONALOptional competences
follow safety procedures when working at heightsdrive vehiclesmanage a small-to-medium businesswork ergonomicallytend asbestos blowerwork in outdoor conditionsadvise on heating systems energy efficiencymaintain relationship with customerscreate chimney inspection reportsprovide customer follow-up servicescomply with schedulekeep personal administration

GLOBAL RESOURCE

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SKILLS OVERVIEW

32 total
18 essential · 14 optional

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)

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