How do they match: Occupational Health and Safety Technicians

  • Collect data regarding potential hazards from new equipment or products linked to green practices.
  • Conduct worker studies to determine whether specific instances of disease or illness are job-related.
  • Examine practices at green building sites to determine whether adherence to green building standards alters risks to workers.
  • Perform tests to identify any potential hazards related to recycled products used at green building sites.
  • 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.