Occupational Health and Safety Technicians

Code: 19-5012.00

Also known as: Advisory Industrial Hygienist, Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Construction Safety Consultant, Health and Safety Technician, Industrial Hygiene Consultant, Industrial Hygiene Engineer, Industrial Hygienist, Safety Research Professional

Description: Collect data on work environments for analysis by occupational health and safety specialists. Implement and conduct evaluation of programs designed to limit chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic risks to workers.

Occupational Health and Safety Technicians

Typical wages


10% $33,330
25% $41,600
Median $53,340
75% $71,320
90% $89,780
10% $16.02
25% $20
Median $25.65
75% $34.29
90% $43.16

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
22,100
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
23,100
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 1,200