Occupational Health and Safety Specialists collect data on, analyze, and design improvements to many types of work environments and procedures. They inspect workplaces and enforce adherence to regulations on safety, health, and the environment.
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- Occupational Health and Safety Specialists
Government and Public Administration
What do they typically do
- Inspect, test, and evaluate workplace environments, programs, equipment, and practices to ensure that they follow government safety regulations
- Design and implement workplace programs and procedures that control or prevent chemical, physical, or other risks to workers
- Educate employers and workers about maintaining workplace safety
- Demonstrate use of safety equipment and ensure proper use by workers
- Investigate incidents to determine the cause and possible prevention
- Prepare written reports of their findings
Number of Jobs
Average Annual
Job Growth +1.8%
Job Openings 401
Industry/Employer
Animal Slaughtering and Processing
Building Equipment Contractors
Building Finishing Contractors
Building Foundation/Exterior Contractors
Colleges and Universities
Converted Paper Product Manufacturing
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
Management of Companies and Enterprises
Nonresidential Building Construction
Other Specialty Trade Contractors
Pharmaceutical & Medicine Manufacturing
Plastics Product Manufacturing
Power Generation and Supply
Scientific Research and Development Svc
Utility System Construction
Warehousing and Storage
Education & Training
- Education Most require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
NC Workforce Credentials
Private Training Programs
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