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brush maker
Description
Code
7317.3
Description
Brush makers insert different types of material such as horsehair, vegetable fiber, nylon, and hog bristle into metal tubes called ferrules. They insert a wooden or aluminium plug into the bristles to form the brush head and attach the handle to the other side of the ferrule. They immerse the brush head in a protective substance to maintain their shape, finish and inspect the final product.
Scope note
Includes people performing the assembly of mops which is done by attaching yarn to the handle, thread and wrap wire through the yarn to secure it to the handle, trim excess yarn, finish and inspect the final product.
Alternative Labels
broom assembler
broom assembly worker
broom factory operative
broom factory worker
broom maker
broom production plant operative
broom production plant worker
broom production worker
brush assembler
brush assembly worker
brush factory operative
brush factory worker
brush maker
brush production plant operative
brush production plant worker
brush production worker
mop assembler
mop assembly worker
mop factory operative
mop factory worker
mop maker
mop production plant operative
mop production plant worker
mop production worker
Regulatory Aspect
To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:
Skills & Competences
Essential Skills and Competences
Essential Knowledge
Optional Skills and Competences
Optional Knowledge
Concept URI
Status
released
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