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Deskripsyon ng trabaho

Some industries, like energy production, transportation, manufacturing, and agriculture, have a larger impact on the environment than others. At the same time, these industries are also among the most hazardous to work in.

Since the operations of these types of industries have the potential to harm workers and the environment, they have experts assigned to help ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Known as Environmental Safety Technicians, their job includes monitoring conditions, identifying hazards, assessing risks, and proposing solutions to mitigate risk. They also conduct inspections to make sure employers and employees follow the right procedures so that workers, communities, and ecosystems are as safe as possible. 

Mga Aspektong Nagpapahalaga sa Karera
  • Implement and monitor environmental safety programs
  • Contribute to pollution reduction and environmental protection
  • Ensure compliance with workplace safety and health regulations and policies
  • Play a key role in emergency preparedness and response
2023 Pagtatrabaho
75,000
2032 Inaasahang Trabaho
90,000
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Mga Pananagutan sa Trabaho

Oras ng trabaho

Environmental Safety Technicians typically work full-time. Overtime may be required for emergency response situations or to meet project deadlines. Some travel may be necessary for site evaluations.


Mga Karaniwang Tungkulin

  • Monitor workplace environmental conditions; check for adherence to regulations
  • Apply codes, regulations, laws, and policies related to worker health and safety
  • Conduct inspections and audits to identify potential safety hazards and environmental risks. Ensure safe levels of air and water quality
  • Check emission control devices for proper functioning
  • Collect and analyze samples of soil, water, and gas for contaminants and pollutants, following Environmental Protection Agency guidelines
  • Analyze and interpret environmental data using modeling, simulation tools, and Geographic Information Systems
  • Assist in developing and implementing safety programs and emergency response plans to safeguard workers against hazardous practices and materials
  • Communicate safety-related information to employees, managers, and contractors
  • Provide workplace safety training; document training records, as needed
  • Ensure proper use of safety equipment and personal protective equipment
  • Research Safety Data Sheets, perform Toxic Substances Control Act assessments, authorize chemical use, and administer chemical tracking
  • Follow guidelines in the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
  • Develop data-driven action/mitigation plans, including testing and treating Acid Mine Drainage water
  • Review Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans to ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards
  • Provide support in hazardous waste management labeling, storage, transport, and disposal
  • Assist in applying for environmental and health safety permits
  • Analyze incident data for trends in mishaps, injuries, and hazards


Karagdagang Pananagutan

  • Calibrate test instrument
  • Cooperate with external inspections
  • Implement Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures, as applicable
  • Conduct monitoring and reporting to government agencies as required
  • Maintain records related to waste characterization
  • Support investigations of incidents and accidents; determine root causes and recommend preventive measures
  • Prepare reports based on assessments, audits, inspections, and investigations
  • Train and supervise newer technicians
  • Makilahok sa mga inisyatiba at pagpupulong sa pagpapanatili
  • Research trends, best practices, and regulatory changes 
Mga Kasanayang Kailangan sa Trabaho

Soft Skills

  • Analitikal
  • Pansin sa detalye
  • Pakikipagtulungan
  • Kritikal na pag-iisip
  • Deduktibo at pasaklaw na pangangatwiran
  • Mabusisi pagdating sa detalye
  • Independent
  • Integridad
  • Pagsubaybay
  • Layunin
  • Organisado
  • Perceptive
  • Pagtugon sa suliranin
  • Pag-unawa sa pagbasa
  • Nakatuon sa kaligtasan
  • Lakas at tibay
  • Malakas na kasanayan sa komunikasyon

Teknikal na kasanayan

  • Emergency response planning
  • Environmental areas (e.g., air quality, water resources)
  • Environmental monitoring, sampling, data collection, and analysis tools and techniques
  • Environmental regulations and compliance measures
  • Environmental reporting tools
  • Environmental science and ecology
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
  • Hazardous waste and materials regulations and handling procedures
  • Pamamahala ng proyekto
  • Report writing and presentation
  • Safety and health assessment techniques
  • Statistical and data modeling tools
Iba't ibang Uri ng Organisasyon
  • Chemical companies
  • Mga kumpanya ng konstruksyon at imprastraktura
  • Corporate environmental departments
  • Mga kumpanya sa pagkonsulta sa kapaligiran
  • Government regulatory agencies (federal, state, and local)
  • Pasilidad pang kalusugan
  • Mga halamang pang-industriya at pagmamanupaktura
  • Mining and natural resource companies
  • Pampubliko at pribadong institusyong pang-edukasyon
  • Research organizations
  • Utilities (water, gas, and electric)
  • Mga kumpanya sa pamamahala ng basura at pag-recycle
Mga Inaasahan at Sakripisyo

Environmental Safety Technicians may work in various conditions, including industrial settings or outdoors facing environmental factors. The job may require being around hazardous materials, which demands strict adherence to safety protocols.

Workers sometimes face industry resistance or public concerns, requiring them to have strong communication skills. As advocates for workplace safety and environmental stewardship, they play a crucial role in promoting and implementing effective health and safety practices and policies. At the same time, they must engage in continuous learning to stay updated on changing regulations and safety practices.

Mga Kasalukuyang Uso

The public is putting pressure on governmental agencies to do more for the environment and to have more oversight on what organizations are doing. This push for more sustainability and accountability is resulting in new laws and updated policies and regulations at national, state, and local levels.

Environmental Safety Technicians help to explain these changes and monitor organizational compliance with them. Technology like remote sensing and advanced analytical tools is enabling them to conduct more precise monitoring and better data collection.

The incorporation of AI, wearable smart devices, robotics, and electronic reporting systems is also being used to enhance safety—but these advancements require workers to keep up with the evolving technologies. 

Anong uri ng mga bagay ang kinagigiliwang gawin ng mga tao sa karerang ito noong bata pa sila...

Students who choose to become Environmental Safety Technicians often have an interest in the natural world and environmental conservation. They may have been involved in science clubs, outdoor activities, and community initiatives focused on sustainability from a young age. Their academic interests probably included subjects like biology, chemistry, and environmental studies.

Kailangan ang Edukasyon at Pagsasanay
  • Environmental Safety Technicians typically require an associate degree, technical certification, or in some cases a bachelor’s degree
  1. Note, some entry-level positions may only require relevant work experience versus academic credentials
  • Common degrees include:
  1. Associate degree in Environmental Science
  2. Associate degree in Occupational Health and Safety
  3. Bachelor’s in Environmental Engineering
  4. Bachelor’s in Environmental Health and Safety
  5. Bachelor’s in Environmental Science
  6. Bachelor’s in Industrial Hygiene
  7. Bachelor’s in Occupational Health and Safety
  • Maaaring kabilang sa nauugnay na coursework ang:
  1. Pamamahala ng Kalidad ng Hangin
  2. Climate Change and Global Warming
  3. Conservation Biology
  4. Ekolohiya
  5. Environmental Health and Toxicology
  6. Environmental Impact Assessment
  7. Environmental Law and Legislation
  8. Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
  9. Hazardous Materials Handling
  10. Pang-industriyang kaligtasan
  11. Natural Resource Management
  12. Kalusugan at Kaligtasan sa Trabaho
  13. Renewable Energy Sources
  14. Agham ng Lupa
  15. Waste Management
  • Hands-on experience through internships, research assistant roles, or entry-level environmental health and safety jobs can be beneficial
  • In addition, expect a few months of on-the-job training
  • Kasama sa mga opsyonal na sertipikasyon sa industriya ang:
  1. Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response certification
  2. Sertipikadong Tagapamahala ng Mapanganib na Materyal
  3. Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician
  4. Certified Environmental Professional
  • Workers may need a valid driver’s license to travel to job sites
MGA DAPAT HANAPIN SA ISANG UNIVERSITY
  • Environmental Safety Technicians can receive training at community colleges, universities, or even at technical or vocational schools 
    that offers programs or certifications in environmental safety
  • Look for accredited schools offering programs in environmental science, environmental health and safety, occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene, or environmental engineering
  • Isipin ang iyong iskedyul at flexibility kapag nagpapasya kung mag-e-enroll sa isang on-campus, online, o hybrid na programa
  • Seek programs with fieldwork and internships opportunities
  • Isaalang-alang ang halaga ng matrikula, mga diskwento, at mga oportunidad sa lokal na iskolarship (bilang karagdagan sa tulong na pederal)
  • Look for programs that collaborate with external partners, which can augment your learning experience
  • Review graduation rates and post-graduate job placement statistics
Mga dapat gawin sa High School at College
  • Ask a seasoned Environmental Safety Technician to do an informational interview with you, or see if you can shadow them at work for a day
  • Watch videos and read online articles related to the career field to familiarize yourself with current environmental health and safety trends. Popular blogs include:
  1. Pang-araw-araw na Tagapayo ng EHS
  2. EHS Ngayon
  3. Mga Pananaw ng EPA
  4. OSHA Quicktakes
  5. Kaligtasan+Kalusugan
  • Tingnan ang mga paglalarawan ng trabaho na nai-post sa mga portal ng trabaho upang matukoy ang pinakabagong mga kwalipikasyon sa trabaho at mga lugar ng espesyalisasyon na maaaring interesado ka
  • In high school, load up on biology, ecology, chemistry, environmental science, math (especially algebra and geometry), physics, health science, geography, English, writing, computer science, government, and shop classes
  • Makilahok sa mga ekstrakurikular na aktibidad upang makakuha ng pagtutulungan ng magkakasama, pamumuno, at karanasan sa pamamahala ng proyekto
  • Participate in relevant online forums like the National Safety Council’s Global Health, Safety & Environment Forum
  • Subaybayan ang lahat ng iyong trabaho at akademikong mga nagawa para sa iyong resume at mga aplikasyon sa kolehiyo
Technician sa Kaligtasan sa Kapaligiran
Roadmap ng Environmental Safety Technician
Paano makukuha ang iyong unang trabaho
  1. Iwas aksidente
  2. Emergency Response
  3. Pagsunod sa Kapaligiran
  4. Mga Sistema sa Pamamahala ng Kapaligiran
  5. Mga Regulasyon ng EPA
  6. Pamamahala ng Mapanganib na Materyal
  7. Mga Programang Pangkalusugan at Pangkaligtasan
  8. Pagsisiyasat ng Insidente
  9. Pang-industriya na Kalinisan
  10. Mga Pamantayan ng OSHA
  11. Pagbuo ng Patakaran
  12. Pagtatasa ng Panganib
  13. Mga Pag-audit sa Kaligtasan
  14. Mga Regulasyon sa Kaligtasan
  15. Pagsasanay sa Kaligtasan
  16. Kaligtasan sa Lugar ng Trabaho
  • Review Environmental Safety Technician resume templates and sample interview questions  
  • Ask your school to connect you with recruiters. Take advantage of chances to intern with environmental safety-related organizations
  • Makipag-ugnayan sa career center ng iyong paaralan upang makakuha ng tulong sa resume, gumawa ng mga kunwaring panayam, at matuto tungkol sa paparating na mga job fair
  • Do your research on potential large employers, such as:
  1. Mga Sentro para sa Pagkontrol at Pag-iwas sa Sakit
  2. Kagawaran ng Depensa
  3. Kagawaran ng Enerhiya
  4. Ahensya ng Pangangalaga sa Kapaligiran
  5. Federal Emergency Management Agency
  6. National Aeronautics and Space Administration
  7. National Institutes of Health
  8. Pangangasiwa sa Kaligtasan at Kalusugan sa Trabaho
  9. Kagawaran ng Agrikultura ng Estados Unidos
  10. Geological Survey ng Estados Unidos
  • Sa panahon ng mga panayam, ipakita ang isang matalas na kamalayan sa mga uso sa industriya
  • Magsuot ng propesyonal para sa mga panayam sa trabaho
  • Hilingin sa mga nakaraang propesor at superbisor na magsulat ng mga liham ng rekomendasyon o humiling ng kanilang pahintulot (in advance) na ilista ang mga ito bilang mga sanggunian
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  • Speak with your supervisor about advancement. Get advice and talk through options
  • Ipakita ang iyong pagpayag na matuto, sundin ang mga pamamaraan, at umako ng mas mataas na mga responsibilidad
  • Itakda ang antas ng mataas at tiyakin ang pagsunod sa mga regulasyon upang makatulong na protektahan ang mga manggagawa, kagamitan, pasilidad, lugar ng trabaho, at mga nakapaligid na lugar
  • Manatiling aktibo tungkol sa propesyonal na pag-unlad at pagkuha ng patuloy na mga kurso sa edukasyon
  • I-knock out ang mga karagdagang certification kapag kwalipikadong gawin ito, tulad ng Board of Certified Safety Professionals - Associate Safety Professional
  • If beneficial, consider doing a higher-level college degree
  • Subukang makakuha ng magkakaibang karanasan sa iba't ibang kapaligiran sa lugar ng trabaho. Pagkatapos magtrabaho sa iba't ibang lugar, isaalang-alang ang pagpapakadalubhasa sa isang partikular na lugar tulad ng:
  1. Pagsisiyasat sa Aksidente
  2. Pamamahala ng Kalidad ng Hangin
  3. Biyolohikal na Kaligtasan
  4. Kaligtasan sa Kemikal
  5. Kaligtasan sa Konstruksyon
  6. Pagpaplano ng Emergency Response
  7. Pagsunod sa Kapaligiran
  8. Ergonomya
  9. Kaligtasan at Pag-iwas sa Sunog
  10. Pamamahala ng Mapanganib na Basura
  11. Pang-industriya na Kalinisan
  12. Pagkontrol ng Ingay at Pag-iingat sa Pandinig
  13. Kalusugan sa Trabaho
  14. Kaligtasan sa Radiation
  15. Pagsunod sa Regulasyon at Pag-audit
  16. Pagtatasa at Pamamahala sa Panganib
  17. Safety Engineering
  18. Pagpapanatili at Pangangalaga sa Kapaligiran
  19. Pamamahala ng Kalidad ng Tubig
  20. Pagsasanay sa Kaligtasan sa Lugar ng Trabaho
  • Be active in professional organizations such as the American Industrial Hygiene Association (see our list of Recommended Resources for more information)
  • Panatilihing napapanahon ang mga pagbabagong nauugnay sa mga patakaran ng employer at lokal, estado, o pederal na regulasyon 
Mga Inirerekomendang Tool/Resources

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Mga libro

  • Pamamahala sa Panganib sa Kaligtasan: Pag-iwas sa mga Pinsala, Sakit, at Pinsala sa Kapaligiran , ni Fred Fanning
  • Safety WALK Safety TALK: How small changes in what you THINK, SAY, and DO shape your safety culture, by David Allan Galloway
  • The Beginner's Guide to the Environmental, Health and Safety Profession , ni Chance Roberts  
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Environmental Safety Technicians play a crucial role in protecting our workers, communities, and natural environment. But this career isn’t the right fit, consider related fields that might interest you, such as:

  • Espesyalista sa Brownfield Redevelopment
  • Conservation Scientist
  • Inspektor ng Konstruksyon at Gusali
  • Environmental Compliance Inspector
  • Environmental Engineering Technologist
  • Siyentipiko sa Kapaligiran
  • Inspektor ng Sunog
  • Geological Technicians
  • Technician ng Mapanganib na Basura
  • Inhinyero sa Kalusugan at Kaligtasan
  • Hydrologist    
  • Industrial Hygienist
  • Materials Scientist    
  • Microbiologist    
  • Pagmimina at Geological Engineer
  • Espesyalista sa Kalusugan at Kaligtasan sa Trabaho
  • Public Health Officer
  • Tagapamahala ng seguridad ng
  • Inhinyero ng Tubig/Wastewater
  • Espesyalista sa Yamang Tubig
  • Wildlife Biologist

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