How do they match: Occupational Health and Safety Technicians

  • EHS Specialist
  • Environmental Health Specialist
  • Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
  • Plant Technical Specialist
  • Safety Equipment Testing Specialist

  • 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.

  • Collect data related to ecological or human health risks at brownfield sites.
  • Conduct worker studies to determine whether specific instances of disease or illness are job-related.
  • Educate the public about health issues or enforce health legislation to prevent disease, to promote health, or to help people understand health protection procedures and regulations.
  • Perform tests to identify any potential hazards related to recycled products used at green building sites.
  • 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.
  • 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.

  • Communicate health and wellness information to the public.
  • Design public or employee health programs.