Occupational Health and Safety Specialists (29-9011)
Occupation 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. Includes environmental protection officers.
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Employment and Job Openings
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| Employment | Average annual openings | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 estimate | 2028 projection | Percent change | Labor force exits | Occupation transfers | Total | |
| Alaska | 449 | 475 | 5.8 | 11 | 15 | 29 |
| United States | 98,000 | 104,000 | 0.0 | 2,300 | 3,400 | 6,300 |
Job outlook
- Alaska: Alaska’s employment growth is low with low employment opportunities. Read more.
Wages
Wage data is not available.
