Occupational Health and Safety Technicians

SOC Code: 19-5012

Occupational Health and Safety Technicianss evaluate situations or make determinations when a worker has refused to work on the grounds that danger or potential harm exists. This career typically requires medium preparation (1-2 years). With an AI-proof score of 86.5/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Critical Thinking, Active Listening, Active Listening.

AI-Proof Score: 86.5Very High
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Median Salary

$58,440

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Job Growth

8.5%

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Training Time

Medium preparation (1-2 years)

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Job Zone

Zone 3 / 5

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Training Cost

~$15,000

Key Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Listening
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Writing
  • Speaking
  • Monitoring

Common 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.
  • Test workplaces for environmental hazards, such as exposure to radiation, chemical or biological hazards, or excessive noise.
  • Maintain all required environmental records and documentation.

Why AI-Proof?

  • Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
  • Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
  • Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
  • Social and regulatory barriers to full automation
Occupational Health and Safety Technicians — AI-Proof Careers