Occupational Health and Safety Specialists
Code: 19-5011.00
Also known as: Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Chemical Hygiene Officer, Environmental Health and Safety Officer, Environmental, Health, and Safety Officer (EHS Officer), Industrial Hygienist, Industrial Hygienist Consultant, Safety Consultant, Safety Management Consultant, Safety Officer, Safety Specialist
Description: Review, evaluate, and analyze work environments and design programs and procedures to control, eliminate, and prevent disease or injury caused by chemical, physical, and biological agents or ergonomic factors. May conduct inspections and enforce adherence to laws and regulations governing the health and safety of individuals. May be employed in the public or private sector.
Typical wages
| 10% | $44,710 |
| 25% | $58,820 |
| Median | $76,340 |
| 75% | $95,190 |
| 90% | $112,850 |
| 10% | $21.49 |
| 25% | $28.28 |
| Median | $36.7 |
| 75% | $45.76 |
| 90% | $54.25 |
Projected employment
| Estimated Employment (2019 year) |
100,500 |
| Projected Employment (2029 year) |
104,300 |
| Percent Change | +0 % |
| Projected Annual Job Openings | 5,500 |