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Occupational Health and Safety Technicians

Collect data on work environments for analysis by occupational health and safety specialists. Implement and conduct evaluation of programs designed to limit chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic risks to workers.

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Other Career Titles:

Advisory Industrial Hygienist, Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Construction Safety Consultant, Health and Safety Technician, Industrial Hygiene Consultant, Industrial Hygiene Engineer, Industrial Hygienist, Safety Research Professional

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Career Projections 2016 - 2026

Currently Employed

22,100

As of 2019 (Estimated)

Projected Employment

23,100

by 2029

Projected Growth

5%

by 2029

Career Outlook

Rapid Growth

is expected for the future

Average National Pay

$51,550

or $24.79 hourly

Training Level

Some College

varies state to state

About Career Projections

Career Projections data is supplied by BLS.gov via the Occupational Outlook Handbook data that was updated in 2018. The data is based on projections from 2016-2026.

Outlook and Impact Employment Outlook

This occupation is expected to grow rapidly.

Outside factors aren't expected to cause future growth.

Some careers face significant change to the work and worker requirements. New tasks, skills, knowledge, credentials are not immediately expected. Employment demand could remain the same or decrease slightly over time.

What They Do

Possible Work Activities

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Getting Information
Documenting/Recording Information
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Training Options

About Training

One of ATEEC’s goals is to identify and maintain an online listing of environmental, energy, and water technology programs in the nation’s two-year colleges, high schools, and workforce training organizations. With the rapid changes in these technology fields, our program databases are updated periodically, but are not comprehensive.

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Renewable Energy Systems via ATEEC.org
Health and Safety Training via ATEEC.org
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Work Values

Relationships

Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

Support

Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

Achievement

Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

Tasks

Test workplaces for environmental hazards, such as exposure to radiation, chemical or biological hazards, or excessive noise.
Prepare or calibrate equipment used to collect or analyze samples.
Maintain all required environmental records and documentation.
Supply, operate, or maintain personal protective equipment.
Prepare or review specifications or orders for the purchase of safety equipment, ensuring that proper features are present and that items conform to health and safety standards.

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Occupational Health and Safety Technicians

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Currently Employed

22,100

Projected Employment

23,100

Projected Growth

5%

Career Outlook

Rapid Growth

Average National Pay

$51,550

Training Level

Some College

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Occupational Health and Safety Technicians

Related Skills:

View this job on:

Other Career Titles:

Currently Employed

22,100

Projected Employment

23,100

Projected Growth

5%

Career Outlook

Rapid Growth

Average National Pay

$51,550

Training Level

Some College

View Other Training Options

View Job and Career Openings

Join Our Mission

ATEEC is supported and funded in part by the National Science Foundation.

About Us

PARTNERS

REPORTS

ATEEC

101 West Third Street, Davenport, IA 52801

Phone: 563.441.4082

Fax: 563.441.4080

Toll-free: 866.419.6761

See our Privacy Policy.