Drywall Installers - Working Conditions

In a typical work setting, drywall installers:

Have a medium level of social contact. Installers talk to supervisors and coworkers throughout the day, but may also work alone.
When they do communicate with others, they usually do so by telephone or face-to-face discussions.
Usually work as part of a team.
Are somewhat responsible for the health and safety of others.
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Are responsible for the work done by other installers and finishers.

Often work indoors, although work sites may not have air conditioning or heating.
Sometimes are exposed to contaminants, such as fumes from glues.
Sometimes are required to get into awkward positions to work in cramped work places such as closets.
Sometimes are exposed to hazardous situations and equpiment that may produce cuts.
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May work physically near other workers.
May work at job sites that don't yet have heating or air conditioning.
May have to reach high places to complete work.

Must fully complete and be exact in their work. Errors could slow down projects if they have to redo their work.
May repeat the same physical activities.
Make minor decisions throughout their workday. The results of their decisions impact their reputation as craftspeople.
Determine most of the daily tasks and goals independently.
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Must meet daily and weekly deadlines.