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Analyze work environments to make sure they are safe and healthy.

Occupational Health and Safety Specialists review and evaluate work environments. They make sure that environments comply with health and safety laws. They also design programs to prevent disease and injury in the workplace.

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Education & Training	Bachelor's degree is needed for entry.
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On the Job	Work Activities Investigate safety of work environment. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment. Consult with others regarding safe or healthy equipment or facilities. Prepare healthcare training materials. Analyze data to identify trends or relationships among variables. Analyze laboratory specimens to detect abnormalities or other problems. Analyze operational data to evaluate operations, processes or products. Monitor the handling of hazardous materials or medical wastes. Inspect work environments to ensure safety. Test facilities for environmental hazards.
Career Pathways	Health, Safety and Environmental Assurance
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