Occupational Health & Safety Technicians
Code: 19-5012.00
Bright Outlook
Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Bright Outlook
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
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.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Advisory Industrial Hygienist
Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
Construction Safety Consultant
EHS Advisor (Environmental, Health, and Safety Advisor)
Health and Safety Technician (Health and Safety Tech)
Industrial Hygiene Consultant
Industrial Hygienist
Safety Specialist
Safety Technician (Safety Tech)
Safety Trainer
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Evaluate situations or make determinations when a worker has refused to work on the grounds that danger or potential harm exists.
- Supply, operate, or maintain personal protective equipment.
- Train workers in safety procedures related to green jobs, such as the use of fall protection devices or maintenance of proper ventilation during wind turbine construction.
Frequently Asked Questions About Occupational Health & Safety Technicians
Salaries for a Occupational Health & Safety Technicians vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Occupational Health & Safety Technicians in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Occupational Health & Safety Technicians include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
Occupational Health & Safety Technicians is classified as a Bright Outlook occupation in the UK, experiencing rapid growth and numerous annual employment openings across both public and private sectors.
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Salary Distribution
Salaries vary depending on region, certifications, and years of experience.
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