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Sub-major group 72

PSOC Sub-major group 72 — Metal, machinery and related trades workers

Metal, machinery and related trades workers cast, weld, forge and, by other methods, form metal; erect, maintain and repair heavy metal structures; engage in machine-tool setting as well as in fitting, maintaining and repairing machinery, including engines, vehicles, or they produce tools and various non-precious-metal articles. Competent performance in most occupations in this sub-major group requires skills at the second ISCO skill level. The work is carried out by hand and by hand-powered and other tools which are used to reduce the amount of physical effort and time required for specific tasks, as well as to improve the quality of the products. The tasks call for an understanding of the work organisation, the materials and tools used, and the nature and purpose of the final product. Tasks performed by workers in this sub-major group usually include: making moulds and cores for casting metal; casting, welding and shaping metal; installing, erecting, maintaining and repairing heavy metal structures, tackle and related equipment; forging and forming steel and other non-precious metals to make and repair machinery, tools, equipment and other articles; setting for operators or setting and operating various machine tools; fitting, maintaining and repairing industrial machinery, including engines and vehicles. Supervision of other workers may be included. Occupations in this sub-major group are classified into the following minor groups: 721 Sheet and Structural Metal Workers, Moulders and Welders, and Related Workers 722 Blacksmiths, Toolmakers and Related Trades Workers 723 Machinery Mechanics and Repairers

Level Sub-major group
Code 72
Children 3
Source PSOC
Practical summary

What this code covers

Metal, machinery and related trades workers cast, weld, forge and, by other methods, form metal; erect, maintain and repair heavy metal structures; engage in machine-tool setting as well as in fitting, maintaining and repairing machinery, including engines, vehicles, or they produce tools and various non-precious-metal articles. Competent performance in most occupations in this sub-major group requires skills at the second ISCO skill level. The work is carried out by hand and by hand-powered and other tools which are used to reduce the amount of physical effort and time required for specific tasks, as well as to improve the quality of the products. The tasks call for an understanding of the work organisation, the materials and tools used, and the nature and purpose of the final product. Tasks performed by workers in this sub-major group usually include: making moulds and cores for casting metal; casting, welding and shaping metal; installing, erecting, maintaining and repairing heavy metal structures, tackle and related equipment; forging and forming steel and other non-precious metals to make and repair machinery, tools, equipment and other articles; setting for operators or setting and operating various machine tools; fitting, maintaining and repairing industrial machinery, including engines and vehicles. Supervision of other workers may be included. Occupations in this sub-major group are classified into the following minor groups: 721 Sheet and Structural Metal Workers, Moulders and Welders, and Related Workers 722 Blacksmiths, Toolmakers and Related Trades Workers 723 Machinery Mechanics and Repairers

Administrative context

Where this code is used

Use this sub-major group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Craft and related trades workers.

Selection note

How to choose it

Compare the nearby children: Sheet and structural metal workers, molders and welders, and related workers, Blacksmiths, toolmakers and related trades workers, Machinery mechanics and repairers.

FAQ

What does PSOC 72 cover?

Metal, machinery and related trades workers cast, weld, forge and, by other methods, form metal; erect, maintain and repair heavy metal structures; engage in machine-tool setting as well as in fitting, maintaining and repairing machinery, including engines, vehicles, or they produce tools and various non-precious-metal articles. Competent performance in most occupations in this sub-major group requires skills at the second ISCO skill level. The work is carried out by hand and by hand-powered and other tools which are used to reduce the amount of physical effort and time required for specific tasks, as well as to improve the quality of the products. The tasks call for an understanding of the work organisation, the materials and tools used, and the nature and purpose of the final product. Tasks performed by workers in this sub-major group usually include: making moulds and cores for casting metal; casting, welding and shaping metal; installing, erecting, maintaining and repairing heavy metal structures, tackle and related equipment; forging and forming steel and other non-precious metals to make and repair machinery, tools, equipment and other articles; setting for operators or setting and operating various machine tools; fitting, maintaining and repairing industrial machinery, including engines and vehicles. Supervision of other workers may be included. Occupations in this sub-major group are classified into the following minor groups: 721 Sheet and Structural Metal Workers, Moulders and Welders, and Related Workers 722 Blacksmiths, Toolmakers and Related Trades Workers 723 Machinery Mechanics and Repairers

Where is PSOC 72 used in practice?

Use this sub-major group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Craft and related trades workers.

How do I choose PSOC 72 over nearby options?

Compare the nearby children: Sheet and structural metal workers, molders and welders, and related workers, Blacksmiths, toolmakers and related trades workers, Machinery mechanics and repairers.