Is being an occupational health and safety technician a good fit for you?
Collects information about workplace conditions and helps run programmes that keep workers safe and healthy.
What the work involves
- Assesses the situation when a worker refuses to work because of danger.
- Supplies, operates and maintains protective equipment.
- Keeps all required environmental records and paperwork.
- Tests workplaces for hazards such as radiation, chemicals, germs and loud noise.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be organising and hands-on. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Apprenticeships and training. Usually vocational training or an apprenticeship. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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