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We present the Magellan/FIRE detection of highly-ionized CIV 1550 and OIII] 1666 in a deep infrared spectrum of the z=6.11 gravitationally lensed low-mass galaxy RXC J2248.7-4431-ID3, which has previously-known Lyman-alpha. No corresponding emission is detected at the expected location of HeII 1640. The upper limit on HeII paired with detection of OIII] and CIV constrains possible ionization scenarios. Production of CIV and OIII] requires ionizing photons of 2.5-3.5 Ryd, but once in that state their multiplet emission is powered by collisional excitation at lower energies (~0.5 Ryd). As a pure recombination line, HeII emission is powered by 4 Ryd ionizing photons. The data therefore require a spectrum with significant power at 3.5 Ryd but a rapid drop toward 4.0 Ryd. This hard spectrum with a steep drop is characteristic of low-metallicity stellar populations, and less consistent with soft AGN excitation, which features more 4 Ryd photons and hence higher HeII flux. The conclusions based on ratios of metal line detections to Helium non-detection are strengthened if the gas metallicity is low. RXJ2248-ID3 adds to the growing handful of reionization-era galaxies with UV emission line ratios distinct from the general z=2-3 population, in a way that suggests hard ionizing spectra that do not necessarily originate in AGN., Comment: 7 pages, 4 figures, 1 table. Accepted for publication to ApJL

To improve vocational educational programs in agriculture, occupational information on a common core of basic skills within the occupational area of the feed mill workers is presented in the revised task inventory survey. The purpose of the occupational survey was to identify a common core of basic skills which are performed and are essential for success in the occupation. Objectives were accomplished by constructing an initial task inventory to identify duty areas and task statements for the occupation. The initial task inventory was reviewed by consultants in the field, and 135 tasks were identified. A random sample of 75 retail feed businesses based on the 1975 directory of the Ohio Grain, Feed, and Fertilizer Association, Inc. was obtained. Data were collected utilizing employer and employee questionnaires. Forty-two questionnaires were returned of which 39 were usable. A compilation of basic sample background information is presented on size of feed mill, total work experience, employment at current job, and preparation as a feed mill worker. A compilation of duty areas of work performed and work essential for the occupation is given. Percentage performance by incumbent workers and the average level of importance of specific task statements are presented in tabular form. (Author/EC)

To improve vocational educational programs in agriculture, occupational information on a common core of basic skills within the occupational area of the feed salesman is presented in the revised task inventory survey. The purpose of the occupational survey was to identify a common core of basic skills which are performed and are essential for success in the occupation. Objectives were accomplished by constructing an initial task inventory to identify duty areas and task statements for the occupation. The initial task inventory was reviewed by consultants in the field, and 103 tasks were identified. A random sample of 75 retail feed businesses based on the 1975 directory of the Ohio Grain, Feed, and Fertilizer Association, Inc. was obtained. Data were collected utilizing employer and employee questionnaires. Forty-five questionnaires were returned of which 30 were usable. A compilation of basic sample background information is presented on size of feed business, total work experience, employment at current job, and preparation as a feed salesman. A compilation of duty areas of work performed and work essential for the occupation is given. Percentage performance by incumbent workers and the average level of importance of specific task statements are presented in tabular form. (Author/EC)

To improve vocational educational programs in agriculture, occupational information on a common core of basic skills within the occupational area of the chemical applicator is presented in the revised task inventory survey. The purpose of the occupational survey was to identify a common core of basic skills which are performed and are essential for success in the occupation. Objectives were accomplished by constructing an initial task inventory to identify duty areas and task statements for the occupation. The initial task inventory was reviewed by consultants in the field, and 199 tasks were identified. A random sample of 75 businesses applying chemicals for agricultural purposes based on the 1975 Ohio Pesticide Applicators and Operators directory was obtained. Data were collected utilizing employer and employee questionnaires. Fifty questionnaires were returned of which 47 were usable. A compilation of basic sample background information is presented on size of business, total work experience, employment at current job, and preparation as a chemical applicator. A compilation of duty areas of work performed and work essential for the occupation is given. Percentage performance by incumbent workers and the average level of importance of specific task statements are presented in tabular form. (Author/EC)

To improve vocational educational programs in agriculture, occupational information on a common core of basic skills within the occupational area of the bulk fertilizer plant worker is presented in the revised task inventory survey. The purpose of the occupational survey was to identify a common core of basic skills which are performed and are essential for success in the occupation. Objectives were accomplished by constructing an initial task inventory to identify duty areas and task statements for the occupation. The initial task inventory was reviewed by consultants in the field, and 146 tasks were identified. A random sample of 75 bulk fertilizer plants based on the 1975 directory of the Ohio Grain, Feed, and Fertilizer Association was obtained. Data were collected utilizing employer and employee questionnaires. Thirty-three questionnaires were returned of which 24 were usable. A compilation of basic sample background information is presented on size of fertilizer plant, total work experience, employment at current job, and preparation as a bulk fertilizer plant worker. A compilation of duty areas of work performed and work essential for the occupation is given. Percentage performance by incumbent workers and the average level of importance of specific task statements are presented in tabular form. (Author/EC)

To improve vocational educational programs in agriculture, occupational information on a common core of basic skills within the occupational area of the floral designer is presented in the revised task inventory survey. The purpose of the occupational survey was to identify a common core of basic skills which are performed and are essential for success in the occupation. Objectives were accomplished by constructing an initial task inventory to identify duty areas and task statements for the occupation. The initial task inventory was reviewed by consultants in the field and 137 tasks were identified. A random sample of 75 floral shops based on the 1975 mailing list of the Ohio Florist's Association was obtained. Data were collected utilizing employer and employee questionnaires. Seventy-five questionnaires were returned of which 46 were usable. A compilation of basic sample background information is presented on size of business, total work experience, employment at current job, and preparation as a floral designer. A compilation of duty areas of work performed and work essential for the occupation is given. Percentage performance by incumbent workers and the average level of importance of specific task statements are presented in tabular form. (Author/EC)

To improve vocational educational programs in agriculture, occupational information on a common core of basic skills within the occupational area of the dairy plant worker is presented in the revised task inventory survey. The purpose of the occupational survey was to identify a common core of basic skills which are performed and are essential for success in the occupation. Objectives were accomplished by constructing an initial task inventory to identify duty areas and task statements for the occupation. The initial task inventory was reviewed by consultants in the field, and 175 tasks were identified. A random sample of 75 dairy plants was obtained. Data was collected utilizing employer and employee questionnaires. Thirty-three questionnaires were returned of which 30 were usable. A compilation of basic sample background information is presented on size of dairy plant, total work experience, employment at current job, and preparation as a dairy plant worker. A compilation of duty areas of work performed and work essential for the occupation is given. Percentage performance by incumbent workers and the average level of importance of specific task statements are presented in tabular form. (Author/EC)