Changes to Canonical Occupations April 19th
Added to Canonical
Aircraft Engine Mechanic, 84400, “May perform any (but not all) of the occupational activities described in unit group 8-44”
Beam Warper, 75415: “Operates machine which winds yarn or thread from bobbins directly onto weaver's beam, or onto cylinder or reel and then onto beam.”
Biologist, General, 05110 “Conducts research into all forms of life to increase scientific knowledge and develops practical applications in fields such as medicine and agriculture.”
Brush Maker (Hand), 94230, “Selects and prepares brush materials, such as bristles, fibre, nylon and wire and sets them in brush base.”
Buyer, 42220: “Buys goods for resale in wholesale and retail trade.”
Carpet planner, aka Carpet Layer 95930: “Measures rooms to ascertain coverage of carpet required and cuts and fits material accordingly.”
Knitter, Specialisation Unknown, 75500.
Metal Processor, Specialisation Unknown (72000), aka Iron Worker
Military, Specialisation Unknown (Artificer) 58300: “Workers in this unit group serve in the armed forces as officers (5-83.20), non-commissioned officers (5-83.30) or other ranks (5-83.40).”
Non-Commissioned Officer, 58330 (HISCO places Cadets under this category as well): “Directs and trains other military ranks (5-83.40) under the supervision of officers (5-83.20).”
Other Cabinetmakers and Related Woodworkers, 81990: “This group includes cabinetmakers and related woodworkers not elsewhere classified, for example those marking wood to indicate where it must be cut or shaped; making wooden sports goods, such as skis, tennis racquets, hockey sticks and gymnastic apparatus; making coffins; making wooden shoes; bending wooden parts in steam by hand or machine; assembling wooden products.”
Physical Trainer, 18050: “Instructs students and other persons in development and maintenance of their own physical fitness by means of gymnastic and other exercises.”
Purchasing Agent, 42230: “Buys machinery, equipment, raw materials, services and other supplies for use or consumption by a manufacturing, commercial, government agency or other undertaking.”
Sports Coach, 18030: “Coaches sportsmen to develop their knowledge, ability and performance in their sport. Workers teaching chess, bridge and similar games are classified in 1-80.90.”
Railway Signaller, 98430: “Controls flow of railway traffic over section of line within his jurisdiction by operating signals and switches from control tower or signal box.”
Supervisor and General Foreman (Construction Work), 22675: “Supervises, on a construction site, activities of a distinct unit of a construction enterprise which executes a construction project, or one or more phases thereof, and controls and co-ordinates the activities of the workers in this unit engaged in various occupations.”
Textile Calender Operator, 75670: “Operates machine in which textiles are pressed, stretched or given lustre or waterproof or other type of finish by means of friction, heating and rolling.”
Tool and Die Maker, 83220: “Fits and assembles parts to make and repair metal-working dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and machinists= hand tools.”
Well Drillers, Borers and Related Workers, Specialisation Unknown, 71300: “May perform any (but not all) of the occupational activities described in unit group 7-13.”
Working Proprietor (Wholesale or Retail Trade), 41025: “Conducts a business either in wholesale trade (4-10.20) or in retail trade (4-10.30).”
Already in Database under different name
Changed Automobile Engineer to Automobile Mechanic as per HISCO, 84320, “Repairs, services and overhauls mechanical parts of motor buses, automobiles and assimilated motor vehicles”
Changed Furniture Upholsterers Apprentice, 79630 to Vehicle Upholsterer, 79630 to match HISCO: “Fits and installs interior trim and seat cushioning and covering in vehicles, such as motor cars, railway coaches and aircraft.”
Changed Pool Room Attendant to Other Service Workers Not Elsewhere Classified, 59990 as per HISCO: “This group includes service workers not elsewhere classified, for example those who assist persons at doors of shops, hotels and other establishments; carry hotel guests baggage and run errands for them; take charge of hats and coats in public places; operate passenger lifts; receive patrons at places of entertainment, sporting and other events and conduct them to their seats; cleans and services lavatories and rest rooms; receive check and maintain stock of alcoholic and other beverages in good condition in cellar of licensed establishment; serve as escorts to men and women; dance with partners for a prescribed fee; act as hostesses in bars and other places; pose for paintings, sculptures and other types of art; assist players of games by performing non-playing activities such as carrying golf clubs, setting up pins (skittles) and retrieving balls; paste advertising posters and notices on walls and billboards; exterminate vermin; operate roundabouts and other fairground equipment; collect, care for and feed lost or strayed dogs and other animals.”
Mechanic was labelled as HISCO 84100 which was changed to Machinery Fitter or Machine Assembler, Type of Machine Unknown (aka Fitter) as per HISCO: “May make or assemble any (but not all) machinery or related equipment described in unit group 8-41.”
Changed Mechanic to 84300 Motor-Vehicle Mechanics, Specialisation Unknown
Motorist (84400) changed to 98500 and Motor Vehicle Driver, Specialisation Unknown as per HISCO: “May perform any (but not all) of the occupational activities described in unit group 9-85.”
Mule Driver (72000) changed to Other Animal and Animal-Drawn Vehicle Drivers, 98690: “This group includes animal and animal-drawn vehicle drivers not elsewhere classified, for example those who drive working elephants, or drive one animal, or pack-animal train, to transport passengers or freight.”
Changed female servant (54020) to House Servant as per HISCO. Linked occupations include butler. “Cleans rooms, prepares food and serves meals, washes dishes and performs additional domestic duties in private households. Workers who perform cleaning and related duties only are classified as Charworker (5-52.20). Workers who clean and service guest room in public establishments are classified as Chambermaid (5-40.50).”
Changed Policeman to Policeman and other Maintainers of Law and Order (except Military), 58220 as per HISCO
Questions
Should “Artificer” with no specification be classified as shot firer (nine or quarry) or Military, Specialisation Unknown?
Is “bandman”/”bandsman” music or mine related? (Modern definitions link to musicians)
Dictionary.com has two definitions for Bridgeman “a person who works on a bridge or on the construction of bridges,” OR “a person who manages the loading and unloading of ferries at a landing dock.” Which definition should be applied to men who simply put “bridgeman” on their attestation papers?
Possibly to be Added Later
Automotive Engineering Technician, 03540: “Performs technical tasks, normally under direction and supervision of automotive engineer, contributory to design, development and manufacture of road vehicles.”
Other Charworkers, Cleaners and Related Workers, 55290: “This group includes charworkers, cleaners and related workers not elsewhere classified, for example those who perform routine tidying-up and lifting duties required in hotel housekeeping; clean walls and ceilings with sponge and soapy water or chemical solution; sweep house yards and other appurtenances; clean railway passenger coaches, buses, trams and aircraft. Cleaners of buildings by sandblasting or steam are classified in unit group 9-59.”
Vehicle Electrician, 85540: “Installs and repairs electrical wiring and other electrical equipment in vehicles, such as trains, trams and motor vehicles.”
Misc Notes
I've been having difficulty finding a period definition of “axman/axeman” that isn't “man who uses axe” or a serial killer in New Orleans in the early 1900s. Have filed it under lumberman for the time being as modern definitions involve the chopping down of trees.
Deleted duplicate Lumberman (same number as lumberman, 63116) and modified “lumberman” to “Lumberman”
Guard falls under HISCO category of Watchman, 58940: “Guards industrial plant, warehouse or other property against fire, theft and illegal entry. May carry out other duties, such as sweeping floors. Private police guard is classified in 5-82.40.”
Bugler has been placed under musician (No listing for bugler in HISCO)