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Technical writer

Core competencies

Reading Comprehension to analyze complex technical documents, synthesize information from multiple sources and accurately interpret user needs to create clear and concise documentation
Writing to effectively organize complex information, ensuring technical content is accessible and user-friendly for diverse audiences
Written Expression to clearly and precisely convey complex technical information, ensuring documentation is easy to understand, accurately reflects the intended message and adheres to the appropriate technical and stylistic standards
Written Comprehension to understand and interpret technical information and complex concepts in order to grasp content from subject matter experts or technical sources
Attention to Detail to ensure precision in technical content, spotting minor inconsistencies, errors or ambiguities, in order to maintain clear, concise and accurate documentation that aligns with technical standards and user needs
Knowledge in Languages to understand how the use of precise words can change the meaning and tone of a text, as well as bring greater clarity in writing instruction manuals, guides, and other documents aimed at diverse audiences

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

Analyze material, such as specifications, notes and drawings
Conduct interviews and research to gather information on a specific field
Write, review and update manuals, user guides and other documents to provide instruction and to explain clearly and concisely the installation, operation and maintenance of software and electronic, mechanical and other equipment
Develop and maintain help documentation
May design and develop training course material
May help create content for software products, such as on-screen instructions and error messages.

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Exclusions:

Authors and writers (except technical) (51111)
Conductors, composers and arrangers (51121)
Editors (51110)
Journalists (51113)
Translators, terminologists and interpreters (51114)

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NOC hierarchy breakdown

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Broad occupational category

5 – Occupations in art, culture, recreation and sport

TEER

1 – Occupations usually require a university degree

Major group

51 – Professional occupations in art and culture

Sub-major group

511 – Professional occupations in art and culture

Minor group

5111 – Writing, translating and related communications professionals

Unit group

51112 – Technical writers

Occupational profile

51112.00 – Technical writers

Work characteristics

This section outlines the key elements of each occupation’s work environment, including the type of work done, its location, and the setting. There are three categories included in this section:

Work Activities: describes common tasks undertaken by occupations, grouped into physical, mental, people-oriented, or information gathering activities
Work Context: highlights key descriptors of the occupation’s setting, such as the physical work environment, physical demands, and the types of interactions with others
Workplaces/employers: lists common industries or types of companies where the occupation is typically found

The most important descriptors are displayed, in descending order based first on complexity (for Work Activities) or other measurement dimensions (for Work Context) and then alphabetically. Expand the list to present the full list of descriptors and their ratings by selecting “see more”.

Work Activities

General types of work-related activities.

Proficiency or complexity level

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Analyzing Data or Information

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Updating and Applying Knowledge

4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Documenting and Recording Information

4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Developing Technical Instructions

4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Work Activities

General types of work-related activities.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Analyzing Data or Information

Identifying the underlying principles, reasons or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Updating and Applying Knowledge

Acquiring and maintaining job-relevant theoretical and technical knowledge and applying it with discernment based on context.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Documenting and Recording Information

Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written, electronic or magnetic form.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Developing Technical Instructions

Providing detailed instructions, drawings, specifications or other documentation to inform how devices, parts, equipment or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained or used.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Getting Information

Observing, receiving or obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Processing Information

Compiling, classifying, tabulating, coding or verifying information or data.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Communicating with Coworkers

Sharing or providing information or advice to management, supervisors, coworkers and subordinates on work related topics.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Evaluating

Assessing products, services, processes, programs or policies systemically to determine their effectiveness, value, impact, performance or compliance with established objectives, standards or regulations.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Identifying Objects, Actions and Events

Identifying information by categorizing, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in facts, conditions or situations.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Judging Quality

Determining the value, merit, importance or quality of materials, products, services or individuals.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Planning and Organizing

Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize and organize tasks to get the work done.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Providing Consultation and Advice

Providing recommendations, guidance or advice within their area of expertise to management, groups, stakeholders, businesses, professionals and individuals.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Setting Objectives and Formulating Strategies

Establishing short, medium, or long-term vision, goals or objectives and determining overarching strategies to achieve them.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Thinking Creatively

Generating innovative or creative ideas to develop or design new application, products, including artistic contributions.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Communicating with Persons Outside Organization

Sharing or exchanging information with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government or other external sources.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others

Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships

Developing respectful, constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintaining them over time.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Making Decisions

Choosing the best options to be implemented based on the analysis of information and the evaluation of potential outcomes.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others

Handling complaints, settling disputes and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Selling or Influencing Others

Convincing others to buy goods or services, or to change their minds or actions.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Staffing

Recruiting, interviewing, selecting and hiring personnel, promoting and retaining employees, and ensuring that human resources are assigned to the right roles with the required competencies.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Supervising Subordinates

Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including the establishment of work outcomes for performance monitoring.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Team Building

Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect and cooperation among team members.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Training and Teaching

Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes and teaching or instructing others.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Assisting and Caring for Others

Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support or other care to customers, clients or patients.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Coaching and Developing Others

Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Electronic Maintenance

Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning or testing machines, devices and equipment that operate on electrical or electronic principles.

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Estimating Quantifiable Characteristics

Estimating cost, resources or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Handling and Manipulating Objects

Using hands, hand-held or power tools to install, fabricate, maintain, clean, repair, place, move or manipulate objects or materials.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Inspecting Equipment, Structures or Material

Observing or testing the condition of equipment, structures or materials to identify any defects, faults, signs of damage, wear and tear or non-compliance and to ensure operational efficiency.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Managing Resources

Determining, acquiring, monitoring and controlling any kind of resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Monitoring Processes, Materials or Systems

Tracking and reviewing information regularly from processes, materials, equipment, events, environments, people, conditions, projects, products, programs or policies to assess their status, monitor progress or identify potential issues.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Performing for or Working Directly with the Public

Working or interacting directly with the public or performing for public audiences.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Performing Physical Activities

Performing activities requiring physical effort and the use of arms and legs or movement of the whole body.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Scheduling Work and Activities

Scheduling events, programs and activities, as well as the work of others.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Controlling Machines and Processes

Using mechanisms or physical activity to control the operation of machines (excluding computers or vehicles) or processes.

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Mechanical Maintenance

Servicing, repairing, adjusting or testing machines, devices, moving parts and equipment that operate on mechanical principles.

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1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices or Equipment

Manoeuvring, navigating or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft or watercraft.

Proficiency or complexity level

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Workplaces/employers

Advertising agencies
Governments
Large corporations
Multimedia companies
New-media companies
Publishing firms
Self-employed

Work Context

Structural Job Characteristics

Structured versus Unstructured Work

Degree of freedom to determine tasks and priorities

3 - Moderate amount of freedom - on a scale of 1 - Very low amount of freedom to 5 - Very high amount of freedom

Work Week Duration

Worked hours in a typical week

2 - Between 35 to 40 hours - on a scale of 1 - Less than 35 hours to 3 - More than 40 hours

Physical Work Environment

Physical Proximity

Physical distance from others

3 - Somewhat close (e.g. share office) - on a scale of 1 - Work with others but not closely (beyond 100 ft.) to 5 - Physically touching or very close

Physical Demands

Sitting

Duration

5 - All the time, or almost all the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

Standing

Duration

1 - Very little time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

Bending or Twisting the Body

Duration

1 - Very little time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

Interpersonal Relations

Contact with Others

Frequency

3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Duration

2 - Less than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

Work with Group or Team

Importance

3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Frequency

1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Structural Job Characteristics

The components that define the structural aspect of the job.

Automation

The job requires operation, manipulation or handling of automated systems, processes or machines.

Degree of automation

1 - Slightly automated - on a scale of 1 - Slightly automated to 3 - Highly automated

This legend represents the Degree of automation scale from 1 to 3.

1 - Slightly automated - on a scale of 1 - Slightly automated to 3 - Highly automated
2 - Moderately automated - on a scale of 1 - Slightly automated to 3 - Highly automated
3 - Highly automated - on a scale of 1 - Slightly automated to 3 - Highly automated

Competition

The job requires competing with coworkers or being aware of competitive pressures between them or among businesses within the same industry.

Degree of competition

2 - Somewhat competitive - on a scale of 1 - Minimally competitive to 5 - Extremely competitive

This legend represents the Degree of competition scale from 1 to 5.

1 - Minimally competitive - on a scale of 1 - Minimally competitive to 5 - Extremely competitive
2 - Somewhat competitive - on a scale of 1 - Minimally competitive to 5 - Extremely competitive
3 - Moderately competitive - on a scale of 1 - Minimally competitive to 5 - Extremely competitive
4 - Highly competitive - on a scale of 1 - Minimally competitive to 5 - Extremely competitive
5 - Extremely competitive - on a scale of 1 - Minimally competitive to 5 - Extremely competitive

Consequence of Error

The impact on outcomes of a mistake, which was not readily correctable, made by the worker.

Degree of consequence of error

2 - Somewhat serious (bodily injury or damage to property) - on a scale of 1 - Minimally serious (significant inconvenience) to 5 - Extremely serious (life and death)

This legend represents the Degree of consequence of error scale from 1 to 5.

1 - Minimally serious (significant inconvenience) - on a scale of 1 - Minimally serious (significant inconvenience) to 5 - Extremely serious (life and death)
2 - Somewhat serious (bodily injury or damage to property) - on a scale of 1 - Minimally serious (significant inconvenience) to 5 - Extremely serious (life and death)
3 - Serious (bodily injury or damage to property) - on a scale of 1 - Minimally serious (significant inconvenience) to 5 - Extremely serious (life and death)
4 - Very serious (bodily injury or damage to property) - on a scale of 1 - Minimally serious (significant inconvenience) to 5 - Extremely serious (life and death)
5 - Extremely serious (life and death) - on a scale of 1 - Minimally serious (significant inconvenience) to 5 - Extremely serious (life and death)

Freedom to Make Decisions

The job allows the worker to make decisions without supervision.

Degree of freedom to make decisions

3 - Moderate amount of - on a scale of 1 - Very low amount of freedom to 5 - Very high amount of freedom

This legend represents the Degree of freedom to make decisions scale from 1 to 5.

1 - Very low amount of freedom - on a scale of 1 - Very low amount of freedom to 5 - Very high amount of freedom
2 - Low amount of freedom - on a scale of 1 - Very low amount of freedom to 5 - Very high amount of freedom
3 - Moderate amount of - on a scale of 1 - Very low amount of freedom to 5 - Very high amount of freedom
4 - High amount of freedom - on a scale of 1 - Very low amount of freedom to 5 - Very high amount of freedom
5 - Very high amount of freedom - on a scale of 1 - Very low amount of freedom to 5 - Very high amount of freedom

Frequency of Decision Making

The job requires the worker to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources and/or the image and reputation of the organization.

Frequency

2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

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1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Impact of Decisions

The impact on the organization or colleagues of decisions made by the worker. A decision is understood as a conclusion or resolution reached after consideration.

Degree of impact

2 - Low impact - on a scale of 1 - Extremely low impact to 5 - Extremely high impact

This legend represents the Degree of impact scale from 1 to 5.

1 - Extremely low impact - on a scale of 1 - Extremely low impact to 5 - Extremely high impact
2 - Low impact - on a scale of 1 - Extremely low impact to 5 - Extremely high impact
3 - Moderate impact - on a scale of 1 - Extremely low impact to 5 - Extremely high impact
4 - High impact - on a scale of 1 - Extremely low impact to 5 - Extremely high impact
5 - Extremely high impact - on a scale of 1 - Extremely low impact to 5 - Extremely high impact

Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment

The job requires maintaining pace with the speed of the equipment, machines or computers. This does not refer to always being occupied while in the position.

Importance

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Minimally important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
2 - Somewhat important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
5 - Extremely important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Precision

The job requires the worker to be exact or accurate.

Importance

5 - Extremely important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

This legend represents the Importance scale from 1 to 5.

1 - Minimally important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
2 - Somewhat important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
5 - Extremely important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Tasks Repetition

The job requires repetitive tasks in the performance of work.

Importance

2 - Somewhat important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

This legend represents the Importance scale from 1 to 5.

1 - Minimally important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
2 - Somewhat important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
5 - Extremely important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Time Pressure

The job requires working under pressure, meeting strict deadlines or dealing with competing priorities.

Frequency

2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

This legend represents the Frequency scale from 1 to 5.

1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Importance

4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

This legend represents the Importance scale from 1 to 5.

1 - Minimally important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
2 - Somewhat important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
5 - Extremely important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Type of Work Schedules

The type of schedule usually required for the job.

Work schedule

1 - Regular (established routine set schedule) - on a scale of 1 - Regular (established routine set schedule) to 3 - Seasonal (only during certain times of the year)

This legend represents the Work schedule scale from 1 to 3.

1 - Regular (established routine set schedule) - on a scale of 1 - Regular (established routine set schedule) to 3 - Seasonal (only during certain times of the year)
2 - Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contracts duration) - on a scale of 1 - Regular (established routine set schedule) to 3 - Seasonal (only during certain times of the year)
3 - Seasonal (only during certain times of the year) - on a scale of 1 - Regular (established routine set schedule) to 3 - Seasonal (only during certain times of the year)

Structured versus Unstructured Work

The extent to which the job is structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities and goals.

Degree of freedom to determine tasks and priorities

3 - Moderate amount of freedom - on a scale of 1 - Very low amount of freedom to 5 - Very high amount of freedom

This legend represents the Degree of freedom to determine tasks and priorities scale from 1 to 5.

1 - Very low amount of freedom - on a scale of 1 - Very low amount of freedom to 5 - Very high amount of freedom
2 - Low amount of freedom - on a scale of 1 - Very low amount of freedom to 5 - Very high amount of freedom
3 - Moderate amount of freedom - on a scale of 1 - Very low amount of freedom to 5 - Very high amount of freedom
4 - High amount of freedom - on a scale of 1 - Very low amount of freedom to 5 - Very high amount of freedom
5 - Very high amount of freedom - on a scale of 1 - Very low amount of freedom to 5 - Very high amount of freedom

Work Week Duration

Number of hours typically worked over a period of 7 days.

Worked hours in a typical week

2 - Between 35 to 40 hours - on a scale of 1 - Less than 35 hours to 3 - More than 40 hours

This legend represents the Worked hours in a typical week scale from 1 to 3.

1 - Less than 35 hours - on a scale of 1 - Less than 35 hours to 3 - More than 40 hours
2 - Between 35 to 40 hours - on a scale of 1 - Less than 35 hours to 3 - More than 40 hours
3 - More than 40 hours - on a scale of 1 - Less than 35 hours to 3 - More than 40 hours

Physical Work Environment

The physical surroundings in which the worker performs their job.

Biological Agents

The job requires being exposed to bacteria, viruses and fungi that may cause illness due to direct or indirect contact.

Frequency

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions

The job requires working in confined space that requires getting into uncomfortable positions.

Frequency

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Dangerous Chemical Substances

The job requires being exposed to contaminants, such as pollutants, gases or dust, through inhalation, ingestion or contact with skin.

Frequency

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Extreme Temperatures

The job requires being exposed to very hot (above 32.2 °C) or very cold (below 0 °C) temperatures.

Frequency

1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

This legend represents the Frequency scale from 1 to 5.

1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting

The job requires working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions.

Frequency

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Hazardous Conditions

The job requires being exposed to conditions that involves risks of accidents such as high voltage electricity, flammable material or explosives.

Frequency

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Hazardous Equipment, Machinery, Tools

The job requires working near or with equipment, instruments, machinery or power hand tools that may be a potential source of accident or injury.

Frequency

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

High Places

The job requires being exposed to elevated places such as poles, scaffolding, catwalks or ladders longer than two meters in length.

Frequency

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment

The job requires working in a closed vehicle or equipment, such as a car, truck or heavy equipment.

Duration

1 - Very little time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

This legend represents the Duration scale from 1 to 5.

1 - Very little time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
2 - Less than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
3 - About half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
4 - More than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
5 - All the time, or almost all the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

Frequency

1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

This legend represents the Frequency scale from 1 to 5.

1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

In an Open Vehicle or Equipment

The job requires working in an open vehicle or equipment, such as a tractor.

Duration

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Very little time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
2 - Less than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
3 - About half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
4 - More than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
5 - All the time, or almost all the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

Frequency

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Indoors, Environmentally Controlled

The job requires working inside a building with controlled temperature and humidity conditions.

Duration

5 - All the time, or almost all the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

This legend represents the Duration scale from 1 to 5.

1 - Very little time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
2 - Less than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
3 - About half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
4 - More than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
5 - All the time, or almost all the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

Frequency

5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

This legend represents the Frequency scale from 1 to 5.

1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled

The job requires working inside a building where the temperature and humidity are not controlled, such as a warehouse without heat.

Duration

1 - Very little time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

This legend represents the Duration scale from 1 to 5.

1 - Very little time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
2 - Less than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
3 - About half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
4 - More than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
5 - All the time, or almost all the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

Frequency

1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

This legend represents the Frequency scale from 1 to 5.

1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Outside, Exposed to Weather

The job requires working outdoors and being subject to variations in weather conditions and seasonal weather patterns.

Duration

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Very little time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
2 - Less than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
3 - About half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
4 - More than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
5 - All the time, or almost all the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

Frequency

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Outside, Under Cover

The job requires working outdoors, protected from variations in weather conditions and seasonal weather patterns by a covered space, such as a structure with a roof but no walls.

Duration

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Very little time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
2 - Less than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
3 - About half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
4 - More than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
5 - All the time, or almost all the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

Frequency

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Radiation

The job requires being exposed to ionizing radiation such as X-rays and radioactive substances or non-ionizing radiation such as radio frequencies and infrared, ultraviolet or visible light that may affect health adversely.

Frequency

0 – Not applicable

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3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Skin Injury

The job requires being exposed to the risks of minor burns, cuts, bites or stings.

Frequency

0 – Not applicable

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3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Sound and Noise

The job requires being exposed to sound and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable, regardless of the equipment used by the workers.

Duration

1 - Very little time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

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4 - More than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
5 - All the time, or almost all the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

Frequency

1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

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3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Specialized Safety Equipment

The job requires wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits or radiation protection.

Frequency

0 – Not applicable

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3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Standard Safety Equipment

The job requires wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets.

Frequency

0 – Not applicable

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3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Vibration

The job requires being exposed to oscillating or quivering motion of the body while performing tasks.

Frequency

0 – Not applicable

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3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Physical Proximity

The job requires performing tasks while being physically close to other people.

Physical distance from others

3 - Somewhat close (e.g. share office) - on a scale of 1 - Work with others but not closely (beyond 100 ft.) to 5 - Physically touching or very close

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2 - Minimally close (Less than 100 ft.) - on a scale of 1 - Work with others but not closely (beyond 100 ft.) to 5 - Physically touching or very close
3 - Somewhat close (e.g. share office) - on a scale of 1 - Work with others but not closely (beyond 100 ft.) to 5 - Physically touching or very close
4 - Close (at arm’s length) - on a scale of 1 - Work with others but not closely (beyond 100 ft.) to 5 - Physically touching or very close
5 - Physically touching or very close - on a scale of 1 - Work with others but not closely (beyond 100 ft.) to 5 - Physically touching or very close

Physical Demands

The physical efforts or movements required by the occupation to perform the work.

Climbing

The job requires going up and down ladders, scaffolds or poles.

Duration

0 – Not applicable

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4 - More than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
5 - All the time, or almost all the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

Handling Material Manually

The job requires using your hands to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls (excluding mouse and keyboard).

Duration

2 - Less than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

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4 - More than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
5 - All the time, or almost all the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

Keeping or Regaining Balance

The job requires maintaining your body in a steady position or recovering balance.

Duration

0 – Not applicable

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4 - More than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
5 - All the time, or almost all the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

Making Repetitive Motions

The job requires repeating the same movement.

Duration

2 - Less than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

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4 - More than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
5 - All the time, or almost all the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

Walking and Running

The job requires lifting and setting down each foot in turn in order to move forward at a certain pace.

Duration

1 - Very little time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

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4 - More than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
5 - All the time, or almost all the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

Sitting

The job requires being in a position where the body weight is supported by the buttocks.

Duration

5 - All the time, or almost all the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

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4 - More than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
5 - All the time, or almost all the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

Standing

The job requires maintaining an upright position supported by one’s feet.

Duration

1 - Very little time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

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4 - More than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
5 - All the time, or almost all the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

Bending or Twisting the Body

The job requires leaning forwards or backwards or moving the body torsionally.

Duration

1 - Very little time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

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4 - More than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
5 - All the time, or almost all the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

Interpersonal Relations

The human interactions required to perform the job.

Conflict Situations

The job requires being confronted with disputes or disagreements with or between customers, employees or other parties.

Frequency

2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

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3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Coordinating or Leading Others

The job requires providing guidance or direction to coworkers or subordinates in accomplishing work activities.

Importance

3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

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3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
5 - Extremely important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Deal With External Customers

The job requires working with members outside of the organization, including clients and the public.

Importance

3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

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3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
5 - Extremely important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Deal with Physically Aggressive People

The job requires dealing with individuals that have violent behaviour.

Frequency

0 – Not applicable

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3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Dealing With Unpleasant or Angry People

The job requires dealing with disagreeable, furious or discourteous individuals.

Frequency

1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

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3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Electronic Mail

The job requires the use of an electronic communication device to send and receive messages.

Frequency

4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

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3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Face-to-Face Discussions

The job requires having in-person discussions with individuals or teams.

Frequency

2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

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3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Public Speaking

The job requires delivering speeches to an audience (a minimum of five persons).

Frequency

1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

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3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Responsibility for Health and Safety of Others

The job requires ensuring the health, safety and security of others.

Degree of responsibility

0 – Not applicable

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4 - High responsibility - on a scale of 1 - Very low responsibility to 5 - Very high responsibility
5 - Very high responsibility - on a scale of 1 - Very low responsibility to 5 - Very high responsibility

Responsibility for Outcomes and Results of Other Workers

The job requires assuming the responsibility for the end product and effects of other workers’ work.

Degree of responsibility

2 - Low responsibility - on a scale of 1 - Very low responsibility to 5 - Very high responsibility

This legend represents the Degree of responsibility scale from 1 to 5.

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4 - High responsibility - on a scale of 1 - Very low responsibility to 5 - Very high responsibility
5 - Very high responsibility - on a scale of 1 - Very low responsibility to 5 - Very high responsibility

Telephone

The job requires communicating with others by using a telephone or hand-held radios.

Frequency

3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

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1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
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3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Written Communications

The job requires producing administrative or creative written communications.

Frequency

5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

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1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
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3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Contact with Others

The job requires being in contact with others, face-to-face, by telephone or otherwise, to perform tasks.

Duration

2 - Less than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

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2 - Less than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
3 - About half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
4 - More than half the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time
5 - All the time, or almost all the time - on a scale of 1 - Very little time to 5 - All the time, or almost all the time

Frequency

3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

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1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
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3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Work with Group or Team

The job requires working with others in a group or team.

Frequency

1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

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1 - Once a year or more but not every month - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
2 - Once a month or more but not every week - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
3 - Once a week or more but not every day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
4 - Every day, a few times per day - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously
5 - Every day, almost continuously - on a scale of 1 - Once a year or more but not every month to 5 - Every day, almost continuously

Importance

3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

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2 - Somewhat important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
5 - Extremely important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Skills and abilities

This section outlines the competencies required for an occupation in the categories of:

Abilities: innate or developed aptitudes that enable a person to be able to perform expected tasks in this occupation, grouped into cognitive, psychomotor, sensory, and physical abilities
Skills: developed capabilities that an individual must have to be effective in this occupation, grouped into foundational, analytical, technical, resource management, or interpersonal skills
Personal Attributes: personal characteristics that are innate or developed through social context and personal experiences

Each category displays up to five descriptors, in descending order based first on proficiency level (for Skills and Abilities) or importance (for Personal Attributes) and then alphabetically. Expand the list to present the full list of descriptors and their ratings by selecting “see more”.

Abilities

Innate and developed aptitudes that facilitate the acquisition of knowledge and skills to carry out expected work.

Proficiency or complexity level

Written Comprehension

5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Written Expression

5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

General Learning Ability

4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Deductive Reasoning

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Fluency of Ideas

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Skills

Developed capabilities that an individual must have to be effective in a job, role, function, task or duty.

Proficiency or complexity level

Reading Comprehension

5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Writing

4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Critical Thinking

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Digital Literacy

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Instructing

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Personal Attributes

Personal characteristics that are innate and developed through the social context and personal experiences to which the individual is exposed. These qualities influence the way one is and does things and are considered valuable assets for work performance.

Importance

Attention to Detail

5 - Extremely important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Adaptability

4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Analytical Thinking

4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Collaboration

4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Independence

4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Abilities

Innate and developed aptitudes that facilitate the acquisition of knowledge and skills to carry out expected work.

Written Comprehension

The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in written form.

Proficiency or complexity level

5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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Written Expression

The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing and adapting the writing style to the audience so that they can understand.

Proficiency or complexity level

5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

General Learning Ability

The ability to grasp, understand and assimilate new information and instructions and their underlying principles, and to filter them through reasoning and judgment.

Proficiency or complexity level

4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Deductive Reasoning

The ability to apply general rules to produce logical answers for specific problems.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Fluency of Ideas

The ability to come up with multiple ideas about a topic.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Inductive Reasoning

The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions, which includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Information Ordering

The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules, such as patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures or mathematical operations.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Near Vision

The ability to see details at close range.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Selective Attention

The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Verbal Ability

The ability to understand the meaning, precise use, associated ideas and relationships of spoken words and to use them in the proper context when presenting information or ideas.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Categorization Flexibility

The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Colour Perception

The ability to match or detect differences or similarities between colours, including shades of colour and brightness.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Form Perception

The ability to notice details, make visual comparisons or distinctions, and identify differences in shapes, shading, dimensions or patterns in various types of information, materials, environments or other visual contexts.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Mathematical Reasoning

The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Memorizing

The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures or procedures.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
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4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Numerical Ability

The ability to process arithmetical operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Pattern Identification

The ability to identify or detect a known pattern such as a figure, object, word or sound that is hidden in other information or material.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Pattern Organization Speed

The ability to quickly combine and organize information into meaningful patterns.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Perceptual Speed

The ability to compare, quickly and accurately, similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time, one after the other or with a remembered object.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Problem Identification

The ability to identify an existing or potential problem. It is not about solving the problem, but only about recognizing its presence.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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Speech Clarity

The ability to articulate and pronounce words clearly, so others can understand you when you speak.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Speech Recognition

The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Arm-Hand Steadiness

The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving or holding them in one position.

Proficiency or complexity level

1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Auditory Attention

The ability to give full attention on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.

Proficiency or complexity level

1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Control of Settings

The ability to adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.

Proficiency or complexity level

1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Finger Dexterity

The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate or assemble small objects.

Proficiency or complexity level

1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Finger-Hand-Wrist Motion

The ability to make fast, simple and repeated movements of the fingers, hands and wrists.

Proficiency or complexity level

1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Multitasking

The ability to alternate between two or more activities or sources of information, such as conversations, sounds, touch or other stimuli, during the same period.

Proficiency or complexity level

1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Spatial Visualization

The ability to think visually about geometric forms, comprehend the two-dimensional representation of three-dimensional objects and recognize the relationships resulting from the movement of objects in space.

Proficiency or complexity level

1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Body Flexibility

The ability to bend, stretch, twist or reach with your body, arms or legs, as required.

Proficiency or complexity level

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Depth Perception

The ability to discern which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to estimate the distance between you and an object.

Proficiency or complexity level

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This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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Dynamic Strength

The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Explosive Strength

The ability to exert short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself, as in jumping or sprinting, to throw an object or to apply force with a tool.

Proficiency or complexity level

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This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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Far Vision

The ability to see details of objects and people at a distance.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Glare Tolerance

The ability to see objects or people in the presence of glare or bright lighting.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Gross Body Coordination

The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs and torso together when the whole body is in motion.

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Gross Body Equilibrium

The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Hand-Eye Coordination

The ability to coordinate eyes, hands and fingers accurately to respond with precise movements.

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Hearing Sensitivity

The ability to detect or distinguish the differences between sounds in terms of pitch and volume.

Proficiency or complexity level

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Manual Dexterity

The ability to move your hand, your hand together with your arm or your two hands to grasp, manipulate or assemble objects or tools.

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Multi-Limb Coordination

The ability to coordinate two or more limbs, such as two arms, two legs or one leg and one arm, while sitting, standing or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.

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Multi-Signal Response

The ability to choose quickly between one or more movements with the hand, finger or foot in response to the appearance of two or more different signals such as lights, sounds or images.

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Night Vision

The ability to see under low light conditions.

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Peripheral Vision

The ability to see objects, people or their movement in the peripheral field of vision when looking ahead.

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Rate Control

The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Reaction Time

The ability to respond quickly with one or more limbs to a stimulus such as noise, light or image.

Proficiency or complexity level

0 – Not applicable

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Sound Localization

The ability to identify the direction, origin and distance from which a sound comes.

Proficiency or complexity level

0 – Not applicable

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Spatial Orientation

The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or know where objects are in relation to you.

Proficiency or complexity level

0 – Not applicable

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Speed of Limb Movement

The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.

Proficiency or complexity level

0 – Not applicable

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Stamina

The ability to perform intense physical activities over long periods without becoming winded or out of breath.

Proficiency or complexity level

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This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Static Strength

The ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull, carry or transfer objects.

Proficiency or complexity level

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Trunk Strength

The ability to exert your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Skills

Developed capabilities that an individual must have to be effective in a job, role, function, task or duty.

Reading Comprehension

The capability to understand written information presented through words, sentences, paragraphs, symbols and images in work-related documents.

Proficiency or complexity level

5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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Writing

The capability to communicate in writing by using written words, sentences, paragraphs, symbols and images adapted for the needs of the audience.

Proficiency or complexity level

4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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Critical Thinking

The capability to use logic and reasoning to question, discern, interpret and analyze various types of information to form an evidence-based conclusion or judgment.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

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Digital Literacy

The capability to understand and use digital devices and tools to obtain, exchange, create or process digital information in a secure manner.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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Instructing

The capability to teach others knowledge or how to do something.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Learning and Teaching Strategies

The capability to select and use training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

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Oral Communication: Active Listening

The capability to give full attention to what other people are saying, take time to understand the points being made, ask questions as appropriate and not interrupt at inappropriate times.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

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Oral Communication: Oral Comprehension

The capability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

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Oral Communication: Oral Expression

The capability to talk to others to convey information effectively.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Time Management

The capability to manage one's own time and the time of others.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

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Coordinating

The capability to organize people or groups by adjusting activities in relation to others' activities so that they work effectively as a whole.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Decision Making

The capability to assess feasible solutions or options and determine the most appropriate choice based on anticipated outcomes and alignment with objectives.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

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Evaluation

The capability to identify and systematically apply criteria, indicators and measurement tools at defined intervals to assess the effectiveness, value, impact or performance of products, services, processes, programs or policies.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

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Monitoring

The capability to regularly observe and collect data or information to track the status of projects, programs, products, policies, people conditions, equipment, events or environments to identify emerging issues, deviations or risks that require timely attention or corrective action.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

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Negotiating

The capability to participate in or facilitate communication between parties in order to resolve differences and reach a mutually acceptable or viable agreement.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Numeracy

The capability to understand, use and report numbers and other mathematical information presented through words, numbers, symbols and graphics.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Persuading

The capability to convince others to change their minds, beliefs, intentions or behaviours.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Problem Solving

The capability to analyze information related to problems to develop feasible solutions or options to eliminate or mitigate the problem.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Quality Control Testing

The capability to conduct tests or inspections of prototypes, products, services or processes to ensure their quality.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Social Perceptiveness

The capability to be aware of others' reactions, unspoken communication, body language cues and feelings and discern the reasons behind their behaviours.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Systems Analysis

The capability to determine how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations and the environment will affect outcomes.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

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Management of Material Resources

The capability to plan and manage the purchase, inventory, warehousing, transportation or distribution of products or materials and their use.

Proficiency or complexity level

1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 1 to 5.

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4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Management of Personnel Resources

The capability to recruit, train, motivate, develop and direct employees, identify the best person for the tasks to be performed and establish their work objectives in relation to the objectives of the organization.

Proficiency or complexity level

1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Digital Systems Production

The capability to design, develop, adapt, or integrate hardware, software, applications, electronic devices or digital technologies, while ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards and best practices.

Proficiency or complexity level

0 – Not applicable

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5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Equipment and Tool Selection

The capability to choose between two or more types of tools, equipment or machinery to perform a job.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Management of Financial Resources

The capability to plan, organize, direct, control or monitor financial resources and activities and account for the use of theses resources to ensure their utilization are conform to the objectives and purposes.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Operation and Control

The capability to maneuver and control operations of equipment, machines, vehicles or systems.

Proficiency or complexity level

0 – Not applicable

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Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment

The capability to watch gauges, dials, digital displays or other indicators to ensure a machine or piece of equipment is working according to specifications.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Preventative Maintenance

The capability to perform maintenance on equipment, devices, building or machinery to keep them in functional and to prevent damage or failures.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Product Design

The capacity to design and develop layouts for the construction of objects, equipment, machinery, structures or engineering systems (excluding software and hardware).

Proficiency or complexity level

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Repairing

The capability to replace, restore or adjust defective or deficient components in equipment, machines and technical systems and test for function, appearance, operation and safety.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Setting Up

The capability to set up, adjust, install and assemble equipment, machines, parts or to prepare them for their functioning and use.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Troubleshooting

The capability to determine causes of operating errors in equipment, machinery or technological systems and decide how to resolve the issues.

Proficiency or complexity level

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Personal Attributes

Attention to Detail

The quality of being meticulous in the execution of tasks.

Importance

5 - Extremely important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

This legend represents the Importance scale from 1 to 5.

1 - Minimally important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
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4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
5 - Extremely important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Adaptability

The quality of adapting oneself to expected or unexpected changes and different situations while continuing to achieve past or renewed goals.

Importance

4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

This legend represents the Importance scale from 1 to 5.

1 - Minimally important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
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4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
5 - Extremely important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Analytical Thinking

The quality of analyzing information and using logic to address issues and problems.

Importance

4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

This legend represents the Importance scale from 1 to 5.

1 - Minimally important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
2 - Somewhat important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
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4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
5 - Extremely important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Collaboration

The quality of contributing and working cooperatively while being supportive and inclusive of others to achieve a common goal.

Importance

4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

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Independence

The quality of developing one's own way of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision and depending on oneself to get things done.

Importance

4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

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Active Learning

The quality of proactively looking to understand the implications of new information in the current and changing workplace.

Importance

3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

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Concern for Others

The quality of having empathy towards others' feelings and needs and being understanding and helpful.

Importance

3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

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Creativity

The quality of coming up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop original ways to solve a problem.

Importance

3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

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Innovativeness

The quality of alternative thinking to develop new products or services to make improvement or to develop a new approach.

Importance

3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

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Leadership

The quality of leading others towards a common goal by guiding, influencing and inspiring them.

Importance

3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

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Social Orientation

The quality of seeking to work with others and relating to them on the job.

Importance

3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

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Stress Tolerance

The quality of being able to remain calm, without being carried away by stress situations and to deal effectively with such situations.

Importance

3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

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Service Orientation

The quality of actively looking for ways to help, serve or assist others.

Importance

1 - Minimally important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

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Employment requirements

Employment requirements include the education, training, certifications, and knowledge needed for each occupation. The Knowledge category displays up to five descriptors, in descending order based first on the knowledge level and then alphabetically. Expand the list to present the full list of descriptors and their ratings by selecting “see more”.

Education, certification and licensing

A university degree in the area of specialization, such as computer science or engineering is usually required.

Knowledge

Organized sets of principles and practices used for the execution of tasks and activities within a particular domain. (Note: All changes to the Knowledge category from the previous versions are listed by year under the SCT Versions tab.)

Knowledge level

Languages

3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Clerical

2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Communications and Media

2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Technical Design

2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Arts

1 - Basic Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Knowledge

Languages

Knowledge of vocabulary, grammar structure and rules, spelling and pronunciation of words in one or both official languages, Indigenous languages and non-official languages.

Knowledge level

3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

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Clerical

Knowledge of administrative concepts, principles, methods, procedures and practices for the functioning of the daily office operations.

Knowledge level

2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

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Communications and Media

Knowledge of concepts, principles, methods and techniques for the creation, production, distribution or dissemination of written, oral, audiovisual or visual communications to a targeted audience.

Knowledge level

2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

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Technical Design

Knowledge of technical design concepts, principles, methods, techniques and tools involved in the creation and production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings or models.

Knowledge level

2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

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Arts

Knowledge of concepts, principles and techniques of artistic expression required to create, compose or produce visual, applied, performing or literary art.

Knowledge level

1 - Basic Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

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3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Client Service

Knowledge of concepts, principles and practices of providing services and support to satisfy clients' requirements and needs.

Knowledge level

1 - Basic Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

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3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Mathematics

Knowledge of concepts, principles, methods and applications of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, differential and integral calculus, probability and statistics.

Knowledge level

1 - Basic Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

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Teaching

Knowledge of the concepts, principles, methods and practices of instructing individuals and groups, designing educational curriculum and measuring learning outcome.

Knowledge level

1 - Basic Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

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Accounting

Knowledge of concepts, principles, methods and practices for budgeting, storing, tracking, controlling, analyzing and reporting on financial transactions.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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Agronomy and Horticulture

Knowledge of concepts, principles, techniques, materials and equipment for planting, growing, harvesting, storing or preserving plants and plant products.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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Biology

Knowledge of concepts and principles of living organisms including their structure, function, growth, origin, evolution, distribution and classification and their interdependencies and interactions with each other and the environment, as well as safe and ethical handling methods and techniques.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Building and Construction

Knowledge of concepts, principles, methods, materials and tools involved in the construction, maintenance and repair of houses, buildings or infrastructures such as highways and roads.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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Business Management

Knowledge of concepts, principles and practices of managing business operations such as strategic planning, resource allocation, production management and coordination of people and activities.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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Chemistry

Knowledge of the composition, structure and properties of chemical substances including their interactions, transformations and use, as well as the production techniques, risk factors and disposal methods.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Computer, Technology and Information Systems

Knowledge of concepts, principles, processes, techniques and tools for technological and digital systems, devices and products, such as hardware or software development, assembling, programming, use, troubleshooting or maintenance.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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Economics

Knowledge of concepts and principles of the production, distribution and consumption of goods and services and the methods of analysis including simulation and forecasting techniques.

Knowledge level

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Electrical and Electronics

Knowledge of concepts, principles, techniques and tools applied for the development, use, repair and maintenance of electronic and electrical products and devices.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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Finance

Knowledge of concepts, principles, methods and practices related to financial operations, systems and institutions.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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Forestry

Knowledge of concepts, principles, techniques, materials and equipment for sourcing, processing, managing, monitoring, preserving and conserving forest resources.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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Geological Resources

Knowledge of concepts, principles, techniques, materials and equipment for sourcing, processing, managing, monitoring, conserving or preserving natural resources such as minerals, metals, oil, natural gas, coal and other geological materials.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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Geoscience

Knowledge of concepts, principles and methods for analyzing the Earth's materials, structures and natural systems to understand their composition, the processes and their evolution over time, as well as interactions between the land, oceans and atmosphere.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Hospitality

Knowledge of concepts, principles, techniques and tools or equipment for managing facilities and providing food, accommodation or tourism services with the focus on client experience.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Human Resources and Labour Relations

Knowledge of concepts, principles, procedures and practices for personnel recruitment, selection, hiring, training policies, deploying, compensation and benefits, labour relations and negotiation and personnel information systems.

Knowledge level

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3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Humanities

Knowledge of concepts, principles and methods for understanding human social interaction and structures, and events throughout time and their effects on civilizations, cultures and environment.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Law

Knowledge of concepts, principles, operations and processes of the municipal, provincial-territorial, federal or international legal systems for the establishment, implementation and application of laws, legal codes and documents and court procedures.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Library, Conservation and Heritage

Knowledge of concepts, principles, techniques and tools in the classification, storage, retrieval, display and management of documentation and records in various media, museum artifacts or works of fine art.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Livestock, Farm Animals and Wildlife

Knowledge of the concepts, principles, techniques, materials and equipment used in sourcing, raising, fishing, hunting, managing or monitoring livestock, farm animals and wildlife to support sustainable animal resource and ensure the preservation of biodiversity.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Logistics

Knowledge of concepts, principles, infrastructures and processes for planning, organizing and coordinating activities to ensure efficient management of resources and services as well as optimal movement of people, animals and goods.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Manufacturing, Processing and Production

Knowledge of concepts, principles, methods and techniques of production and transformation, including manual and mechanical processes.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Mechanics and Machinery

Knowledge of parts, standards and functioning of machines, vehicles, equipment or tools and techniques used for their repair or maintenance.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Basic Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Mental Health

Knowledge of concepts, principles, methods and procedures for assessment, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, counseling or guidance to address neurological and cognitive processes, behaviours and disorders or to maintain balanced mental health and well-being.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Performance Measurement

Knowledge of concepts, principles, methods, practices and strategies of monitoring the development, delivery and quality of products, programs or services.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Physical Health

Knowledge of concepts and principles of the human anatomy, organic systems, biomedical sciences, genetics, and of procedures, techniques and tools needed to diagnose and treat injuries and diseases, to restore and maintain physical health by the prevention and treatment.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Basic Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Physics

Knowledge of concepts, principles, fundamental properties and laws that govern space, time, energy and matter and of equipment and methods required to study and apply the interactions of objects including atoms, particles and celestial bodies.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Basic Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Public Affairs and Government Relations

Knowledge of concepts, principles, processes and functioning of governments and political systems for the establishment and implementation of policies, regulations and legislations.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Basic Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Public Safety and Security

Knowledge of concepts, principles, regulations, procedures and practices related to public safety and security operations and systems for the protection of people, data, goods, properties and infrastructure.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Basic Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Recreation, Leisure and Fitness

Knowledge of concepts, principles, practices and equipment for physical fitness and for managing and providing recreational, leisure and fitness programs or services.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Sales and Marketing

Knowledge of concepts, principles, techniques, practices and tools for determining consumer behaviour and needs, developing business opportunities and promoting and selling products and services.

Knowledge level

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1 - Basic Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Telecommunications

Knowledge of concepts, principles, processes, techniques and tools of the transmission of information via wire, radio, optical fiber or other electromagnetic system for the use, repair, maintenance, control or operation of telecommunications systems.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Theology and Philosophy

Knowledge of concepts and principles of religious and philosophical systems, and of fundamental questioning of existence, reason, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices and their impact on individuals, human culture and society.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Training, Mentoring and Coaching

Knowledge of concepts and principles of learning and readiness to learn, and of methods for guiding, advising, directing and supporting career or personal goals for the individuals or groups to gain experience and improve competencies.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Vehicle, Machinery and Equipment Operation

Knowledge of the parts and functioning of vehicles, machinery or equipment and of techniques and practices for their safe and efficient use.

Knowledge level

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1 - Basic Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Veterinarian and Animal Care

Knowledge of concepts, principles, practices, techniques and tools for the prevention, care, diagnostics and treatment of diseases, disorders and injuries, and the maintenance of well-being of animals.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Basic Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Water Resources

Knowledge of concepts, principles, techniques, materials and equipment for sourcing, processing, managing, monitoring or preserving water resources such as rivers, lakes, oceans and underground aquifers.

Knowledge level

0 – Not applicable

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1 - Basic Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
2 - Intermediate Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level
3 - Advanced Level - on a scale of 1 - Basic Level to 3 - Advanced Level

Skills for Success

The Skills for Success (SFS) is a model that outlines the fundamental and transferable skills needed to learn, work, and fully participate in daily life. It includes skills descriptions and proficiency levels for nine key skills: adaptability, collaboration, communication, creativity and innovation, digital, numeracy, problem solving, reading and writing.

This section is intended to help users navigate between the SFS model and the occupational competency requirements in the OaSIS. 

For each occupational profile, the nine SFS are aligned with corresponding competencies in the OaSIS. The OaSIS provides valuable insights into the level of proficiency or importance required for over 240 competencies across 900 occupations.

To find out how the OaSIS ratings were developed, please consult the methodology here: Occupational and Skills Information System (OaSIS) methodology - Canada.ca

For questions or comments, feel free to contact us.

Communication

Your ability to receive, understand, consider, and share information and ideas through speaking, listening, and interacting with others. For example, we use this skill to listen to instructions, serve customers and discuss ideas.

Oral Communication: Active Listening

The capability to give full attention to what other people are saying, take time to understand the points being made, ask questions as appropriate and not interrupt at inappropriate times.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Oral Communication: Oral Comprehension

The capability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Oral Communication: Oral Expression

The capability to talk to others to convey information effectively.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Verbal Ability

The ability to understand the meaning, precise use, associated ideas and relationships of spoken words and to use them in the proper context when presenting information or ideas.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Creativity And Innovation

Your ability to imagine, develop, express, encourage, and apply ideas in ways that are novel, unexpected, or challenge existing methods and norms. For example, we use this skill to discover better ways of doing things, develop new products, and deliver services in a new way.

Creativity

The quality of coming up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop original ways to solve a problem.

Importance

3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

This legend represents the Importance scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Minimally important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
2 - Somewhat important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
5 - Extremely important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Fluency of Ideas

The ability to come up with multiple ideas about a topic.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Innovativeness

The quality of alternative thinking to develop new products or services to make improvement or to develop a new approach.

Importance

3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

This legend represents the Importance scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Minimally important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
2 - Somewhat important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
5 - Extremely important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Numeracy

Your ability to find, understand, use, and report mathematical information presented through words, numbers, symbols, and graphics. For example, we use this skill to perform calculations, manage budgets, analyze and model data and make estimations.

Mathematical Reasoning

The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Numeracy

The capability to understand, use and report numbers and other mathematical information presented through words, numbers, symbols and graphics.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Numerical Ability

The ability to process arithmetical operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Problem Solving

Your ability to identify, analyze, propose solutions, and make decisions. Problem solving helps you to address issues, monitor success, and learn from the experience. For example, we use this skill to make hiring decisions, select courses of action and troubleshoot technical failures.

Analytical Thinking

The quality of analyzing information and using logic to address issues and problems.

Importance

4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

This legend represents the Importance scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Minimally important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
2 - Somewhat important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important
5 - Extremely important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Critical Thinking

The capability to use logic and reasoning to question, discern, interpret and analyze various types of information to form an evidence-based conclusion or judgment.

Proficiency or complexity level

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Decision Making

The capability to assess feasible solutions or options and determine the most appropriate choice based on anticipated outcomes and alignment with objectives.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Evaluation

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Problem Identification

The ability to identify an existing or potential problem. It is not about solving the problem, but only about recognizing its presence.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Problem Solving

The capability to analyze information related to problems to develop feasible solutions or options to eliminate or mitigate the problem.

Proficiency or complexity level

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Troubleshooting

The capability to determine causes of operating errors in equipment, machinery or technological systems and decide how to resolve the issues.

Proficiency or complexity level

0 – Not applicable

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Reading

Your ability to find, understand, and use information presented through words, symbols, and images. For example, we use this skill to locate information on forms and drawings, and to read items such as emails, reports, news articles, blog posts and instructions.

Reading Comprehension

The capability to understand written information presented through words, sentences, paragraphs, symbols and images in work-related documents.

Proficiency or complexity level

5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Written Comprehension

The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in written form.

Proficiency or complexity level

5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Writing

Your ability to share information using written words, symbols, and images. For example, we use this skill to fill out forms and applications, and write emails, reports and social media posts.

Writing

The capability to communicate in writing by using written words, sentences, paragraphs, symbols and images adapted for the needs of the audience.

Proficiency or complexity level

4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Written Expression

The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing and adapting the writing style to the audience so that they can understand.

Proficiency or complexity level

5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

This legend represents the Proficiency or complexity level scale from 99 to 5.

0 – Not applicable
1 - Lowest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level
5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Adaptability

Your ability to achieve or adjust goals and behaviours when expected or unexpected change occurs, by planning, staying focused, persisting, and overcoming setbacks. For example, we use this skill to change work plans to meet new deadlines, learn how to work with new tools and improve our skills through feedback.

Adaptability

4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Collaboration

Your ability to contribute and support others to achieve a common goal. For example, at work we use this skill to provide meaningful support to team members while completing a project.

Collaboration

4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Communication

Oral Communication: Active Listening

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Oral Communication: Oral Comprehension

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Oral Communication: Oral Expression

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Verbal Ability

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Creativity And Innovation

Creativity

3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Fluency of Ideas

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Innovativeness

3 - Important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Digital

Your ability to use digital technology and tools to find, manage, apply, create and share information and content. For example, we use this skill to create spreadsheets, safely use social media, and securely make online purchases.

Digital

Digital Literacy

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Numeracy

Mathematical Reasoning

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Numeracy

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Numerical Ability

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Problem Solving

Analytical Thinking

4 - Highly important - on a scale of 1 - Minimally important to 5 - Extremely important

Critical Thinking

3 - Moderate Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Decision Making

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Evaluation

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Problem Identification

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Problem Solving

2 - Low Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Troubleshooting

0 – Not applicable

Reading

Reading Comprehension

5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Written Comprehension

5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Writing

Your ability to share information using written words, symbols, and images. For example, we use this skill to fill out forms and applications, and write emails, reports and social media posts.

Writing

4 - High Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Written Expression

5 - Highest Level - on a scale of 1 - Lowest Level to 5 - Highest Level

Interests

The OaSIS uses the Holland Codes to describe work-related interests. According to the Holland model, people perform best in work environments that match their preferences, meaning individuals and occupations can be matched for an optimal fit. In this model, occupational environments are categorized based on a combination of primary interests and related activities. There are six interests in the Holland typology: Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional. Each occupation in the OaSIS is assigned up to three of these interest types.

Interests

Occupation-related interests based on dominant activities and type of work.

Interests profile: AIC

Artistic (A)

Artistic occupations are characterized by the dominance of activities that entail artistic expression to create, compose or produce visual, performing, literary or applied art. These occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns and often require self-expression and the accomplishment of work without following a clear set of rules.

Investigative (I)

Investigative occupations are characterized by the dominance of activities that entail the observation and systematic or creative investigation of physical, biological or cultural phenomena. These occupations require an extensive amount of thinking and frequently involve working with ideas, searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.

Conventional (C)

Conventional occupations are characterized by the dominance of activities that entail following sets of procedures and routines. These activities may include systematic manipulation of data, such as keeping records, filing materials, reproducing materials, organizing written and numerical data according to a prescribed plan and operating business and data processing. They often require following a clear line of authority and usually involve working with data and details more than with ideas.

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