OaSIS occupation profile

Opticians

Opticians assist clients in the selection of eyeglass frames, take the necessary measurements and arrange for the production of eyeglasses or contact lenses, mount lenses in eyeglass frames and fit clients with final prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses. Student opticians and opticians who are managers of optical retail outlets are included in this unit group.

OaSIS code 32100.00NOC unit group 32100 OpticiansNOC major group 32 Technical occupations in healthBroad category 3 Health occupations
  • Obtain specifications for eyeglasses or contact lenses from a prescription prepared by an ophthalmologist or optometrist or by analyzing the client's eyeglasses or contact lenses and take necessary measurements including the curvature of the eyes, the accurate position of the pupils and bridge width, using optical measuring devices
  • Advice clients on eyeglasses selection by informing them of different products such as lens materials, frames, tints and anti-reflection coating
  • Adjust contact lenses and inform client on use and care
  • Grind, polish, cut and edge lenses or have them made by a laboratory before inserting them into the frame
  • Adjust finished eyeglasses to fit client
  • May supervise or manage the activities of other opticians or student opticians.
  • Completion of a two- or three-year college program in ophthalmic dispensing or optical sciences is required.
  • Licensing by a regulatory body for opticians is required in all provinces.
  • Licensing requirements for scope of practice and protected titles related to the sale or dispensing and fitting of contact lenses vary by province.
Core Competencies - EnglishCompetency Statements - English
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.

to use machinery to grind and shape lenses to meet the clients' prescription and ensure they fit the desired eyeglass frames
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

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.

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

to accurately address client needs, troubleshoot equipment issues, ensure precise measurements and handle unexpected challenges
Verbal Ability and Speech Clarity

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.

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

to assist clients in selecting contact lenses and eyeglasses by advising on lens materials, frames, tints and anti-reflection coating
Near Vision

The ability to see details at close range.

to operate optical measuring devices to measure clients' eye curvatures, pupillary distances and bridge widths; and in using equipment to cut and edge lenses, fit lenses into frames and grind and polish lenses
Attention to Detail

The quality of being meticulous in the execution of tasks.

to precisely determine specifications for eyeglasses and contact lenses from prescriptions and ensure prepared lenses match specifications
Knowledge in 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.

to understand ocular anatomy and visual system principles when taking measurements and fitting corrective lenses
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Realistic

Realistic occupations are characterized by the dominance of activities that entail the explicit, ordered or systematic manipulation of objects, tools, machines and animals. Many of these occupations do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.

Social

Social occupations are characterized by the dominance of activities that entail the interaction with others to inform, train, aid, develop, cure or enlighten. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others, teaching, working or communicating with people.

Conventional

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.

What the rating numbers mean

Proficiency or complexity level: 0 = Not applicable; 1 = Lowest level; 2 = Low level; 3 = Moderate level; 4 = High level; 5 = Highest level.

DescriptorRating
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.

3
Instructing

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

3
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.

3
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.

3
Numeracy

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

3
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.

3
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.

3
Oral Communication: Oral Comprehension

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

3
Oral Communication: Oral Expression

The capability to talk to others to convey information effectively.

3
Persuading

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

3
Problem Solving

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

3
Product Design

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

3
Reading Comprehension

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

3
Social Perceptiveness

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

3
Systems Analysis

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

3
Time Management

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

3
Coordinating

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

2
Decision Making

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

2
Digital Literacy

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

2
Equipment and Tool Selection

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

2
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.

2
Management of Material Resources

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

2
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.

2
Negotiating

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

2
Operation and Control

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

2
Quality Control Testing

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

2
Troubleshooting

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

2
Writing

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

2
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.

1
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.

1
Setting Up

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

1
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.

0
Preventative Maintenance

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

0
What the rating numbers mean

Proficiency or complexity level: 0 = Not applicable; 1 = Lowest level; 2 = Low level; 3 = Moderate level; 4 = High level; 5 = Highest level.

DescriptorRating
Arm-Hand Steadiness

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

3
Colour Perception

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

3
Finger Dexterity

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

3
Finger-Hand-Wrist Motion

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

3
Fluency of Ideas

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

3
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.

3
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.

3
Hand-Eye Coordination

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

3
Mathematical Reasoning

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

3
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.

3
Near Vision

The ability to see details at close range.

3
Numerical Ability

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

3
Problem Identification

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

3
Speech Recognition

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

3
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.

3
Written Comprehension

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

3
Written Expression

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

3
Auditory Attention

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

2
Categorization Flexibility

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

2
Control of Settings

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

2
Deductive Reasoning

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

2
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.

2
Inductive Reasoning

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

2
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.

2
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.

2
Memorizing

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

2
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.

2
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.

2
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.

2
Pattern Organization Speed

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

2
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.

2
Reaction Time

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

2
Selective Attention

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

2
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.

2
Speech Clarity

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

2
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.

2
Body Flexibility

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

1
Dynamic Strength

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

1
Far Vision

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

1
Gross Body Coordination

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

1
Gross Body Equilibrium

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

1
Hearing Sensitivity

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

1
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.

1
Spatial Orientation

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

1
Static Strength

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

1
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.

0
Glare Tolerance

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

0
Night Vision

The ability to see under low light conditions.

0
Peripheral Vision

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

0
Sound Localization

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

0
Speed of Limb Movement

The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.

0
Stamina

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

0
What the rating numbers mean

Proficiency or complexity level: 0 = Not applicable; 1 = Lowest level; 2 = Low level; 3 = Moderate level; 4 = High level; 5 = Highest level.

DescriptorRating
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.

2
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.

2
Mathematics

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

2
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.

2
Arts

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

1
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.

1
Clerical

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

1
Client Service

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

1
Performance Measurement

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

1
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.

1
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.

1
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.

1
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.

1
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.

1
Accounting

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

0
Agronomy and Horticulture

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

0
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.

0
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.

0
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.

0
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.

0
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.

0
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.

0
Finance

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

0
Forestry

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

0
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.

0
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.

0
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.

0
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.

0
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.

0
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.

0
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.

0
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.

0
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.

0
Manufacturing, Processing and Production

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

0
Mechanics and Machinery

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

0
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.

0
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.

0
Recreation, Leisure and Fitness

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

0
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.

0
Teaching

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

0
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.

0
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.

0
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 wellbeing of animals.

0
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.

0
What the rating numbers mean

Importance: 0 = Not applicable; 1 = Minimally important; 2 = Somewhat important; 3 = Important; 4 = Highly important; 5 = Extremely important.

DescriptorRating
Attention to Detail

The quality of being meticulous in the execution of tasks.

5
Adaptability

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

4
Analytical Thinking

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

4
Collaboration

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

4
Concern for Others

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

4
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.

4
Innovativeness

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

4
Social Orientation

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

4
Stress Tolerance

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

4
Active Learning

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

3
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.

3
Leadership

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

3
Service Orientation

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

3
What the rating numbers mean

Proficiency or complexity level: 0 = Not applicable; 1 = Lowest level; 2 = Low level; 3 = Moderate level; 4 = High level; 5 = Highest level.

DescriptorRating
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public

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

5
Assisting and Caring for Others

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

4
Selling or Influencing Others

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

4
Analyzing Data or Information

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

3
Coaching and Developing Others

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

3
Communicating with Coworkers

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

3
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.

3
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others

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

3
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships

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

3
Estimating Quantifiable Characteristics

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

3
Evaluating

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

3
Getting Information

Observing, receiving or obtaining information from all relevant sources.

3
Identifying Objects, Actions and Events

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

3
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.

3
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

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

3
Judging Quality

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

3
Making Decisions

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

3
Managing Resources

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

3
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.

3
Processing Information

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

3
Providing Consultation and Advice

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

3
Scheduling Work and Activities

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

3
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.

3
Training and Teaching

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

3
Updating and Applying Knowledge

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

3
Controlling Machines and Processes

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

2
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.

2
Documenting and Recording Information

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

2
Electronic Maintenance

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

2
Handling and Manipulating Objects

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

2
Mechanical Maintenance

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

2
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices or Equipment

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

2
Planning and Organizing

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

2
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others

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

2
Setting Objectives and Formulating Strategies

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

2
Supervising Subordinates

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

2
Team Building

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

2
Thinking Creatively

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

2
Performing Physical Activities

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

1
What the rating numbers mean
  • Duration: 0 = Not applicable; 1 = Very little time; 2 = Less than half the time; 3 = About half the time; 4 = More than half the time; 5 = All the time, or almost all the time.
  • Frequency: 0 = Not applicable; 1 = Once a year or more but not every month; 2 = Once a month or more but not every week; 3 = Once a week or more but not every day; 4 = Every day, a few times per day; 5 = Every day, almost continuously.
  • Importance: 0 = Not applicable; 1 = Minimally important; 2 = Somewhat important; 3 = Important; 4 = Highly important; 5 = Extremely important.
  • Physical Distance from Others: 1 = Work with others but not closely; 2 = Minimally close; 3 = Somewhat close; 4 = Close; 5 = Physically touching or very close.
  • Degree of Competition: 0 = Not applicable; 1 = Minimally competitive; 2 = Somewhat competitive; 3 = Moderately competitive; 4 = Highly competitive; 5 = Extremely competitive.
  • Degree of Consequence of Error: 1 = Minimally serious; 2 = Somewhat serious; 3 = Serious; 4 = Very serious; 5 = Extremely serious.
  • Degree of Freedom to Make Decisions: 1 = Very low freedom; 2 = Low freedom; 3 = Moderate freedom; 4 = High freedom; 5 = Very high freedom.
  • Degree of Impact: 1 = Extremely low impact; 2 = Low impact; 3 = Moderate impact; 4 = High impact; 5 = Extremely high impact.
  • Responsibility Degree: 0 = Not applicable; 1 = Very low responsibility; 2 = Low responsibility; 3 = Moderate responsibility; 4 = High responsibility; 5 = Very high responsibility.
  • Freedom to Determine Priorities: 1 = Very low freedom; 2 = Low freedom; 3 = Moderate freedom; 4 = High freedom; 5 = Very high freedom.
  • Degree of Automation: 0 = Not applicable; 1 = Slightly automated; 2 = Moderately automated; 3 = Highly automated.
  • Number of Hours: 1 = Less than 35 hours; 2 = Between 35 to 40 hours; 3 = More than 40 hours.
  • Regular, Irregular, or Seasonal: 1 = Regular established routine or set schedule; 2 = Irregular changes with weather, production demands, or contract duration; 3 = Seasonal.
DescriptorRating
Contact With Others (Duration)

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

5
Contact With Others (Frequency)

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

5
Deal With External Customers (Importance)

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

5
Face-to-Face Discussions (Frequency)

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

5
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled (Duration)

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

5
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled (Frequency)

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

5
Physical Proximity (Physical Distance from Others)

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

5
Precision (Importance)

The job requires the worker to be exact or accurate.

5
Coordinating or Leading Others (Importance)

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

4
Electronic Mail (Frequency)

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

4
Handling Material Manually (Duration)

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

4
Telephone (Frequency)

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

4
Time Pressure (Frequency)

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

4
Time Pressure (Importance)

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

4
Work with Group or Team (Frequency)

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

4
Competition (Degree of Competition)

The job requires to compete against co-workers or to be aware of competitive pressure between them or between businesses within the same industry. This descriptor is measured by degree of competition on a scale of 1-5.

3
Consequence of Error (Degree of Consequence of Error)

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

3
Freedom to Make Decisions (Degree of Freedom to Make Decisions)

The job allows the worker to make decisions without supervision.

3
Frequency of Decision Making (Frequency)

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

3
Impact of Decisions (Degree of Impact)

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.

3
Making Repetitive Motions (Duration)

The job requires repeating the same movement.

3
Responsibility for Health and Safety (Responsibility Degree)

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

3
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results (Responsibility Degree)

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

3
Sitting (Duration)

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

3
Standing (Duration)

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

3
Structured vs Unstruct. Work (Freedom to Determine Priorities)

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

3
Tasks Repetition (Importance)

The job requires repetitive tasks in the performance of work.

3
Work With Work Group or Team (Importance)

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

3
Written Communications (Frequency)

The job requires producing administrative or creative written communications.

3
Automation (Degree of Automation)

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

2
Biological Agents (Frequency)

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

2
Conflict Situations (Frequency)

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

2
Dealing With Unpleasant or Angry People (Frequency)

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

2
Walking and Running (Duration)

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

2
Work Week Duration (Number of Hours)

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

2
Bending or Twisting the Body (Duration)

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

1
Dangerous Chemical Substances (Frequency)

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

1
Deal With Physically Aggressive People (Frequency)

The job requires dealing with individuals that have violent behaviour.

1
Hazardous Equipment, Machinery, Tools (Frequency)

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

1
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled (Duration)

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

1
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled (Frequency)

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

1
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment (Importance)

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.

1
Public Speaking (Frequency)

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

1
Skin Injury (Frequency)

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

1
Sound and Noise (Duration)

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

1
Sound and Noise (Frequency)

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

1
Standard Safety Equipment (Frequency)

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

1
Type of Work Schedules (Regular, Irregular, or Seasonal)

The type of schedule usually required for the job.

1
Climbing (Duration)

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

0
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions (Frequency)

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

0
Extreme Temperatures (Frequency)

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

0
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting (Frequency)

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

0
Hazardous Conditions (Frequency)

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

0
High Places (Frequency)

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

0
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment (Duration)

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

0
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment (Frequency)

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

0
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment (Duration)

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

0
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment (Frequency)

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

0
Keeping or Regaining Balance (Duration)

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

0
Outside, Exposed to Weather (Duration)

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

0
Outside, Exposed to Weather (Frequency)

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

0
Outside, Under Cover (Duration)

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.

0
Outside, Under Cover (Frequency)

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.

0
Radiation (Frequency)

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.

0
Specialized Safety Equipment (Frequency)

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

0
Vibration (Frequency)

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

0
Workplace/employer name
Optical dispensing departments of retail establishments
Optical retail outlets
Self-employed
Excluded codeJob title / occupation
31101.03Ophthalmologists
32129.02Ocularists
31111Optometrists
33109Morgue attendants
60020Retail and wholesale trade managers
TitleType
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licensed opticianExample
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ophthalmic dispenserIndex
optical device dispenserIndex
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opticianExample
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