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Industrial Safety and Health Engineers

SOC 17-2111.01

Plan, implement, and coordinate safety programs, requiring application of engineering principles and technology, to prevent or correct unsafe environmental working conditions.

Green Occupation Zone 4 Architecture and Engineering

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Yes

Green

Top Skills 8

Reading Comprehension

4.0

Writing

4.0

Speaking

4.0

Critical Thinking

4.0

Active Listening

3.9

Judgment and Decision Making

3.9

Systems Analysis

3.9

Systems Evaluation

3.9

Knowledge Areas 8

English Language

4.0

Education and Training

3.9

Public Safety and Security

3.9

Administration and Management

3.8

Customer and Personal Service

3.7

Clerical

3.7

Law and Government

3.5

Building and Construction

3.4

Key Tasks

1Investigate industrial accidents, injuries, or occupational diseases to determine causes and preventive measures.

2Inspect facilities, machinery, and safety equipment to identify and correct potential hazards, and to ensure safety regulation compliance.

3Conduct or coordinate worker training in areas such as safety laws and regulations, hazardous condition monitoring, and use of safety equipment.

4Maintain and apply knowledge of current policies, regulations, and industrial processes.

5Report or review findings from accident investigations, facilities inspections, or environmental testing.

Also Known As

Behavioral Health Consultant Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator (EHS Coordinator) Environmental Health and Safety Director (EHS Director) Environmental Health and Safety Engineer (EHS Engineer) Environmental Health Safety Manager Environmental Health, Safety, and Engineering Manager Health and Safety Coordinator Health and Safety Professional Health and Safety Specialist Health Safety Manager