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O*NET detailed work activityMonitor broadcasting operations to ensure proper functioning
Stays humanWatch & inspect
3 jobs5 tasks
Inspecting and monitoring in person means noticing what's off with your own eyes, ears and hands, and being accountable for calling it.
Part of Monitor equipment operation, under the O*NET work activity group Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings. Individual tasks below can carry a different label when their own wording calls for it (0 AI-ready, 0 AI-assist, 5 stays human).
Tasks built on this activity
- Observe monitors and converse with station personnel to determine audio and video levels and to ascertain that programs are airing.
- Monitor strength, clarity, and reliability of incoming and outgoing signals, and adjust equipment as necessary to maintain quality broadcasts.
- Preview scheduled programs to ensure that signals are functioning and programs are ready for transmission.
- Monitor broadcasts to ensure that programs conform to station or network policies and regulations.
- Monitor incoming and outgoing pictures and sound feeds to ensure quality and notify directors of any possible problems.