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TITLE: Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers

DEFINITION: Draw and construct sets of precision master patterns or layouts. Mark and cut fabrics and apparel according to blueprints or specifications.

  • TASKS
  • KNOWLEDGE
  • SKILLS
  • ABILITIES
  • WORK ACTIVITIES
  • WORK CONTEXT
  • INTERESTS
  • WORK VALUES
  • CROSSWALKS


    TASKS:

    1. Draws outline of pattern parts, using drafting instruments such as calipers, squares, and straight and curved rules.

    2. Draws details on outlined parts to indicate guides in joining parts.

    3. Draws patterns for range of garment sizes, grading master pattern for each size, using charts or grading device.

    4. Draws lines between reference points, producing outline of graded pattern.

    5. Positions and cuts out pattern, using scissors and knife.

    6. Traces outline of specified pattern onto material and cuts fabric, using scissors.

    7. Traces outline of paper onto cardboard pattern, and cuts pattern into parts to make template.

    8. Examines sketches or sample articles and design specifications to ascertain number, shape, and size of pattern parts.

    9. Calculates dimensions and specifications from sales order and enters data on worksheet.

    10. Positions master pattern on paperboard and drafts reference points based on data from charts.

    11. Positions master pattern in clamp of grading device, places paperboard under pattern, sets device to specified size, and marks reference points.

    12. Computes dimensions of pattern according to size, considering stretching of material, and measures and marks pattern.

    13. Makes drawings of garments and patterns, and writes instructions for use in reproducing commercial patterns.

    14. Lays out large patterns on floor and cuts material, according to markings.

    15. Positions and pins pattern sections onto model form and discusses style lines, details, and revisions with designer.

    16. Marks finished pattern with garment size, section, and style information.

    KNOWLEDGE:
    Knowledge elements are ranked by importance.

    80 Design
    Knowledge of design techniques, principles, tools and instruments involved in the production and use of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models

    60 Mathematics
    Knowledge of numbers, their operations, and interrelationships including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications

    20 English Language
    Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar

    20 Telecommunications
    Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems

    20 Production and Processing
    Knowledge of inputs, outputs, raw materials, waste, quality control, costs, and techniques for maximizing the manufacture and distribution of goods

    15 Engineering and Technology
    Knowledge of equipment, tools, mechanical devices, and their uses to produce motion, light, power, technology, and other applications

    10 Public Safety and Security
    Knowledge of weaponry, public safety, and security operations, rules, regulations, precautions, prevention, and the protection of people, data, and property

    10 Mechanical
    Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, benefits, repair, and maintenance

    5 Sociology and Anthropology
    Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, cultures, their history, migrations, ethnicity, and origins

    5 Physics
    Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, and applications including air, water, material dynamics, light, atomic principles, heat, electric theory, earth formations, and meteorological and related natural phenomena

    5 Computers and Electronics
    Knowledge of electric circuit boards, processors, chips, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming

    5 Fine Arts
    Knowledge of theory and techniques required to produce, compose, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture

    5 Education and Training
    Knowledge of instructional methods and training techniques including curriculum design principles, learning theory, group and individual teaching techniques, design of individual development plans, and test design principles

    5 Building and Construction
    Knowledge of materials, methods, and the appropriate tools to construct objects, structures, and buildings

    5 Law, Government and Jurisprudence
    Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process

    5 Communications and Media
    Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods including alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media

    5 Sales and Marketing
    Knowledge of principles and methods involved in showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategies and tactics, product demonstration and sales techniques, and sales control systems

    SKILLS:
    Skills elements are ranked by importance.

    79 Information Organization
    Finding ways to structure or classify multiple pieces of information

    75 Monitoring
    Assessing how well one is doing when learning or doing something

    75 Operations Analysis
    Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design

    63 Problem Identification
    Identifying the nature of problems

    63 Product Inspection
    Inspecting and evaluating the quality of products

    58 Idea Evaluation
    Evaluating the likely success of an idea in relation to the demands of the situation

    58 Mathematics
    Using mathematics to solve problems

    54 Information Gathering
    Knowing how to find information and identifying essential information

    54 Solution Appraisal
    Observing and evaluating the outcomes of a problem solution to identify lessons learned or redirect efforts

    54 Active Listening
    Listening to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate

    54 Writing
    Communicating effectively with others in writing as indicated by the needs of the audience

    54 Equipment Selection
    Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job

    50 Judgment and Decision Making
    Weighing the relative costs and benefits of a potential action

    50 Implementation Planning
    Developing approaches for implementing an idea

    50 Technology Design
    Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs

    50 Operation and Control
    Controlling operations of equipment or systems

    46 Speaking
    Talking to others to effectively convey information

    46 Synthesis/Reorganization
    Reorganizing information to get a better approach to problems or tasks

    46 Visioning
    Developing an image of how a system should work under ideal conditions

    46 Reading Comprehension
    Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents

    42 Identification of Key Causes
    Identifying the things that must be changed to achieve a goal

    42 Idea Generation
    Generating a number of different approaches to problems

    42 Critical Thinking
    Using logic and analysis to identify the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches

    38 Active Learning
    Working with new material or information to grasp its implications

    33 Learning Strategies
    Using multiple approaches when learning or teaching new things

    33 Social Perceptiveness
    Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react the way they do

    33 Coordination
    Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions

    33 Science
    Using scientific methods to solve problems

    33 Management of Material Resources
    Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work

    29 Time Management
    Managing one's own time and the time of others

    25 Systems Evaluation
    Looking at many indicators of system performance, taking into account their accuracy

    25 Operation Monitoring
    Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly

    25 Systems Perception
    Determining when important changes have occurred in a system or are likely to occur

    25 Identifying Downstream Consequences
    Determining the long-term outcomes of a change in operations

    21 Instructing
    Teaching others how to do something

    21 Equipment Maintenance
    Performing routine maintenance and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed

    17 Management of Financial Resources
    Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures

    17 Service Orientation
    Actively looking for ways to help people

    13 Persuasion
    Persuading others to approach things differently

    13 Management of Personnel Resources
    Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job

    13 Troubleshooting
    Determining what is causing an operating error and deciding what to do about it

    8 Negotiation
    Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences

    8 Repairing
    Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools

    4 Installation
    Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications .

    ABILITIES:
    Abilities elements are ranked by importance.

    90 Arm-Hand Steadiness
    The ability to keep the hand and arm steady while making an arm movement or while holding the arm and hand in one position

    80 Wrist-Finger Speed
    The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists

    75 Visualization
    The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged

    75 Near Vision
    The ability to see details of objects at a close range (within a few feet of the observer)

    70 Information Ordering
    The ability to correctly follow a given rule or set of rules in order to arrange things or actions in a certain order. The things or actions can include numbers, letters, words, pictures, procedures, sentences, and mathematical or logical operations.

    65 Number Facility
    The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly

    60 Mathematical Reasoning
    The ability to understand and organize a problem and then to select a mathematical method or formula to solve the problem

    60 Written Comprehension
    The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing

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

    55 Manual Dexterity
    The ability to quickly make coordinated movements of one hand, a hand together with its arm, or two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects

    55 Written Expression
    The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand

    50 Visual Color Discrimination
    The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness

    50 Multilimb Coordination
    The ability to coordinate movements of two or more limbs together (for example, 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 body is in motion

    45 Fluency of Ideas
    The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a given topic. It concerns the number of ideas produced and not the quality, correctness, or creativity of the ideas.

    40 Trunk Strength
    The ability to use one's abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing

    40 Inductive Reasoning
    The ability to combine separate pieces of information, or specific answers to problems, to form general rules or conclusions. It includes coming up with a logical explanation for why a series of seemingly unrelated events occur together.

    40 Originality
    The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem

    40 Category Flexibility
    The ability to produce many rules so that each rule tells how to group (or combine) a set of things in a different way.

    35 Speed of Limb Movement
    The ability to quickly move the arms or legs

    35 Selective Attention
    The ability to concentrate and not be distracted while performing a task over a period of time

    35 Flexibility of Closure
    The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material

    35 Extent Flexibility
    The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, and/or legs

    35 Oral Comprehension
    The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences

    30 Deductive Reasoning
    The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to come up with logical answers. It involves deciding if an answer makes sense.

    30 Oral Expression
    The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand

    30 Problem Sensitivity
    The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.

    30 Speed of Closure
    The ability to quickly make sense of information that seems to be without meaning or organization. It involves quickly combining and organizing different pieces of information into a meaningful pattern

    30 Depth Perception
    The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from the observer, or to judge the distance between an object and the observer

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

    30 Control Precision
    The ability to quickly and repeatedly make precise adjustments in moving the controls of a machine or vehicle to exact positions

    25 Gross Body Coordination
    The ability to coordinate the movement of the arms, legs, and torso together in activities where the whole body is in motion

    25 Speech Clarity
    The ability to speak clearly so that it is understandable to a listener

    25 Static Strength
    The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects

    25 Spatial Orientation
    The ability to know one's location in relation to the environment, or to know where other objects are in relation to one's self

    25 Perceptual Speed
    The ability to quickly and accurately compare letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object

    20 Speech Recognition
    The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person

    20 Response Orientation
    The ability to choose quickly and correctly between two or more movements in response to two or more signals (lights, sounds, pictures, etc.). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body parts

    15 Auditory Attention
    The ability to focus on a single source of auditory (hearing) information in the presence of other distracting sounds

    15 Memorization
    The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures

    15 Stamina
    The ability to exert one's self physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath

    15 Time Sharing
    The ability to efficiently shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources)

    15 Reaction Time
    The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to one signal (sound, light, picture, etc.) when it appears

    15 Dynamic Flexibility
    The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, and/or legs

    10 Far Vision
    The ability to see details at a distance

    5 Explosive Strength
    The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object

    5 Gross Body Equilibrium
    The ability to keep or regain one's body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position

    5 Peripheral Vision
    The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are focused forward

    5 Hearing Sensitivity
    The ability to detect or tell the difference between sounds that vary over broad ranges of pitch and loudness

    5 Sound Localization
    The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated

    WORK ACTIVITIES:
    Work activities elements are ranked by importance.

    83 Handling and Moving Objects
    Using one's own hands and arms in handling, installing, forming, positioning, and moving materials, or in manipulating things, including the use of keyboards.

    75 Drafting and Specifying Technical Devices
    Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to inform others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.

    71 Estimating Needed Characteristics
    Estimating the Characteristics of Materials, Products, Events, or Information: Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities, or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

    71 Evaluating Information Against Standards
    Evaluating information against a set of standards and verifying that it is correct.

    71 Getting Information Needed to Do the Job
    Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

    63 Processing Information
    Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, verifying, or processing information or data.

    50 Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
    Identifying information received by making estimates or categorizations, recognizing differences or similarities, or sensing changes in circumstances or events.

    50 Controlling Machines and Processes
    Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

    50 Implementing Ideas or Programs
    Conducting or carrying out work procedures and activities in accord with one's own ideas or information provided through directions/instructions for purposes of installing, modifying, preparing, delivering, constructing, integrating, finishing, or completing programs, systems, structures, or products.

    42 Analyzing Data or Information
    Identifying underlying principles, reasons, or facts by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

    42 Communicating With Other Workers
    Providing information to supervisors, fellow workers, and subordinates. This information can be exchanged face-to-face, in writing, or via telephone/electronic transfer.

    38 Documenting or Recording Information
    Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in either written form or by electronic/magnetic recording.

    33 Judging Qualities of Things, Services, or People
    Making judgments about or assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

    33 Performing General Physical Activities
    Performing physical activities that require moving one's whole body, such as in climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, where the activities often also require considerable use of the arms and legs, such as in the physical handling of materials.

    33 Monitor Processes, Material, or Surroundings
    Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, often to detect problems or to find out when things are finished.

    33 Making Decisions and Solving Problems
    Combining, evaluating, and reasoning with information and data to make decisions and solve problems. These processes involve making decisions about the relative importance of information and choosing the best solution.

    33 Thinking Creatively
    Originating, inventing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

    29 Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
    Inspecting or diagnosing equipment, structures, or materials to identify the causes of errors or other problems or defects.

    29 Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing
    Developing plans to accomplish work, and prioritizing and organizing one's own work.

    25 Providing Consultation and Advice to Others
    Providing consultation and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-related, or process related topics.

    17 Performing Administrative Activities
    Approving requests, handling paperwork, and performing day-to-day administrative tasks.

    17 Updating and Using Job-Relevant Knowledge
    Keeping up-to-date technically and knowing one's own jobs' and related jobs' functions.

    13 Establishing and Maintaining Relationships
    Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.

    13 Coordinating Work and Activities of Others
    Coordinating members of a work group to accomplish tasks.

    8 Developing Objectives and Strategies
    Establishing long range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve these objectives.

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

    8 Repairing and Maintaining Electrical Equipment
    Fixing, servicing, adjusting, regulating, calibrating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.

    8 Assisting and Caring for Others
    Providing assistance or personal care to others.

    8 Communicating With Persons Outside Organization
    Communicating with persons outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged face-to-face, in writing, or via telephone/electronic transfer.

    8 Interpreting Meaning of Information to Others
    Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be understood or used to support responses or feedback to others.

    8 Monitoring and Controlling Resources
    Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

    8 Teaching Others
    Identifying educational needs, developing formal training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

    4 Developing and Building Teams
    Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

    4 Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
    Fixing, servicing, aligning, setting up, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.

    4 Guiding, Directing and Motivating Subordinates
    Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring subordinates.

    4 Selling or Influencing Others
    Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods, or otherwise changing their minds or actions.

    4 Resolving Conflict or Negotiating with Others
    Handling complaints, arbitrating disputes, and resolving grievances, or otherwise negotiating with others.

    4 Coaching and Developing Others
    Identifying developmental needs of others and coaching or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

    WORK CONTEXT:
    Work context elements are ranked by frequency (F), importance (I), responsibility (R), amount of contact (C), how serious (S), objective vs. subjective (O), automation (A), extent of frustration (E), responsible for health and safety (H), likelihood of injury (L), degree of injury (D) .

    100 (F) Indoors
    How frequently does this job require the worker to work: Indoors

    85 (F) Using Hands on Objects, Tools, Controls
    How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?

    75 (F) Sitting
    How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Sitting?

    72 (I) Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
    How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?

    68 (I) Importance of Being Sure All Is Done
    How important is it to be sure that all the details of this job are performed and everything is done completely?

    60 (I) Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
    How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job?

    50 (F) Making Repetitive Motions
    How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Making repetitive motions?

    45 (F) Bending or Twisting the Body
    How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Bending or twisting the body?

    45 (F) Hazardous Situations
    How often does this job require the worker to be exposed to harardous situations? Hazardous Situations involving likely cuts, bites, stings, or minor burns

    40 (S) Consequence of Error
    How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?

    40 (F) Standing
    How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Standing?

    37 (O) Objective or Subjective Information
    How objective or subjective is the information communicated in this job?

    32 (I) Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
    How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.)

    30 (F) Kneeling, Crouching or Crawling
    How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Kneeling, stooping, crouching or crawling?

    25 (F) Walking or Running
    How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Walking or running?

    25 (F) Contaminants
    How often during a usual work period is the worker exposed to the following conditions: Contaminants (pollutants, gases, dust, odors, etc.)?

    23 (E) Frustrating Circumstances
    To what extent do frustrating circumstances ("road blocks" to work that are beyond the worker's control) hinder the accomplishment of this job?

    20 (L) Hazardous Situations
    What is the likelihood that the worker would be injured as a result of being exposed to hazardous situations while performing this job? Hazardous Situations involving likely cuts, bites, stings, or minor burns

    20 (I) Coordinate or Lead Others
    How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities (not supervision)?

    20 (A) Degree of Automation
    Indicate the level of automation of this job.

    20 (F) Keeping or Regaining Balance
    How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Keeping or regaining balance?

    20 (F) Common Protective or Safety Attire
    How often does the worker wear: Common protective or safety attire, such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard-hat, or personal flotation device?

    17 (C) Job-Required Social Interaction
    How much does this job require the worker to be in contact (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) with others in order to perform it?

    16 (D) Hazardous Situations
    If injury, due to exposure to hazardous situations, were to occur while performing this job, how serious would be the likely outcome? Hazardous Situations involving likely cuts, bites, stings, or minor burns

    16 (I) Provide a Service to Others
    How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Provide a service to others (e.g., customers)?

    15 (F) Hazardous Equipment
    How often does this job require the worker to be exposed to harardous equipment? Hazardous Equipment (e.g., saws, machinery/mechanical parts include exposure to vehicular traffic, but not driving a vehicle)

    14 (R) Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
    How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?

    11 (L) Hazardous Equipment
    What is the likelihood that the worker would be injured as a result of being exposed to hazardous equipment while performing this job? Hazardous Equipment (e.g., saws, machinery/mechanical parts include exposure to vehicular traffic, but not driving a vehicle)

    10 (F) Frequency in Conflict Situations
    How frequently do the job requirements place the worker in conflict situations?

    10 (F) Sounds or Noise Levels Are Distracting
    How often during a usual work period is the worker exposed to the following conditions: Sounds and noise levels that are distracting and uncomfortable?

    8 (I) Importance of Being Aware of New Events
    How important is being constantly aware of either frequently changing events (e.g. security guard watching for shoplifters) or infrequent events (e.g. radar operator watching for tornadoes) to performing this job?

    8 (I) Take a Position Opposed to Others
    How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Take a position opposed to coworkers or others?

    8 (I) Persuade Someone to a Course of Action
    How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Persuade someone to a course of action (informally) or influence others to buy something (to sell)?

    8 (I) Supervise, Coach, Train Others
    How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Supervise, coach, train, or develop other employees?

    5 (F) Outdoors
    How frequently does this job require the worker to work: Outdoors

    5 (F) Diseases or Infections
    How often does this job require the worker to be exposed to diseases/infection? Diseases/Infections (e.g., patient care, some laboratory work, sanitation control, etc.)

    5 (F) Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
    How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements?

    5 (F) Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
    How often during a usual work period is the worker exposed to the following conditions: Cramped work space that requires getting into awkward positions?

    5 (F) Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
    How often during a usual work period is the worker exposed to the following conditions: Extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?

    4 (D) Diseases or Infections
    If injury, due to exposure to diseases/infection, were to occur while performing this job, how serious would be the likely outcome? Diseases/Infections (e.g., patient care, some laboratory work, sanitation control, etc.)

    4 (D) Hazardous Equipment
    If injury, due to exposure to hazardous equipment, were to occur while performing this job, how serious would be the likely outcome? Hazardous Equipment (e.g., saws, machinery/mechanical parts include exposure to vehicular traffic, but not driving a vehicle)

    4 (I) Deal With External Customers
    How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Deal with external customers (e.g., retail sales) or the public in general (e.g., police work)?

    3 (L) Diseases or Infections
    What is the likelihood that the worker would be injured as a result of being exposed to diseases/infections while performing this job? Diseases/Infections (e.g., patient care, some laboratory work, sanitation control, etc.)

    3 (H) Responsible for Health and Safety of Others
    How responsible is the worker for others' health and safety on this job?

    INTERESTS:
    Interest elements are ranked by occupational interest.

    89 Realistic
    Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.

    56 Conventional
    Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.

    22 Enterprising
    Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.

    17 Artistic
    Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.

    17 Investigative
    Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.

    11 Social
    Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.

    WORK VALUES:
    Work values elements are ranked by extent.

    55 Achievement-Mean Extent
    Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

    54 Working Conditions-Mean Extent
    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

    50 Support-Mean Extent
    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

    46 Relationships-Mean Extent
    Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

    45 Independence-Mean Extent
    Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employs to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

    38 Recognition-Mean Extent
    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

    88 Moral Values
    Workers on this job are never pressured to do things that go against their sense of right and wrong

    72 Independence
    Workers on this job do their work alone

    59 Working Conditions
    Workers on this job have good working conditions

    56 Achievement
    Workers on this job get a feeling of accomplishment

    53 Ability Utilization
    Workers on this job make use of their individual abilities

    53 Company Policies and Practices
    Workers on this job are treated fairly by the company

    53 Activity
    Workers on this job are busy all the time

    53 Security
    Workers on this job have steady employment

    53 Supervision, Human Relations
    Workers on this job have supervisors who back up their workers with management

    50 Autonomy
    Workers on this job plan their work with little supervision

    44 Advancement
    Workers on this job have opportunities for advancement

    44 Compensation
    Workers on this job are paid well in comparison with other workers

    44 Recognition
    Workers on this job receive recognition for the work they do

    44 Responsibility
    Workers on this job make decisions on their own

    44 Social Status
    Workers on this job are looked up to by others in their company and their community

    44 Supervision, Technical
    Workers on this job have supervisors who train their workers well

    41 Creativity
    Workers on this job try out their own ideas

    41 Variety
    Workers on this job have something different to do every day

    38 Co-workers
    Workers on this job have co-workers who are easy to get along with

    22 Authority
    Workers on this job give directions and instructions to others

    13 Social Service
    Workers on this job have work where they do things for other people

    CROSSWALKS:
    DOT91 (Dictionary of Occupational Titles): 781381034 Grader Marker
    789381014 Pattern Chart-Writer
    781361010 Assistant Designer
    781361014 Patternmaker
    781381022 Pattern Grader-Cutter
    781381030 Sail-Lay-Out Worker
    781484010 Pleat Patternmaker
    962381010 Draper
    788281010 Designer and Patternmaker

    AIM97 (Apprenticeship Information Management): 0107 DESIGN & PATTERNMAKER SHOE
    0710 PATTERMAKER (textiles)

    CEN90 (1990 Census Occupations): 646 Lay-Out Workers
    674 Miscellaneous Precision Apparel and Fabric Workers

    CIP90 (Classification of Instructional Programs): 200501 Home Furnishings and Equipment Installers and Consultants, G
    200502 Window Treatment Maker and Installer
    200301 Clothing, Apparel and Textile Workers and Managers, General
    490306 Marine Main. and Ship Repairer
    200303 Commercial Garment and Apparel Worker
    500407 Fashion Design and Illustration
    480304 Shoe, Boot and Leather Repairer

    GOE93 (Guide for Occupational Exploration): 050302 Engineering Technology: Drafting
    060231 Production Work: Manual Work, Laying Out and Marking
    050515 Craft Technology: Custom Sewing, Tailoring, and Upholstering

    MOC97 (Military Occupational Codes): No crosswalks

    OES98 (Occupational Employment Statistics): 89502 Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers and Layout Workers

    OPM97 (Office of Personnel Management Occupations): No crosswalks

    SOC98 (Standard Occupational Classification): 51-6092 Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers


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