National Occupational Standards

National Occupational Standards (NOS) are detailed descriptions of the skills, knowledge, and performance levels required to carry out specific jobs effectively. They define what a worker needs to know and do to meet industry expectations for a particular role. These standards help employers, employees, and training providers ensure consistency, quality, and clear benchmarks for competence across various occupations. Essentially, NOS act as a reference framework that guides hiring, training, and assessing workers to ensure they perform their duties to a recognized professional standard.