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Occupational Health Specialist

Occupational Health Specialist

An Occupational Health Specialist focuses on promoting and maintaining the physical and mental well-being of employees in the workplace. They assess work environments, identify potential health hazards, develop safety programmes, and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations. These professionals collaborate with management and employees to reduce workplace injuries, illnesses, and long-term health risks. They conduct health screenings, investigate incidents, and recommend ergonomic or procedural improvements to create safer, healthier work environments across various industries.

  • occupational health
  • workplace safety
  • OSHA compliance
  • industrial hygiene
  • employee wellness
  • health hazard assessment
  • ergonomics
  • workplace injury prevention
  • safety programmes
  • environmental health
  • risk assessment
  • workers compensation
  • health surveillance
  • safety training
  • occupational medicine

Available courses

17

Students

4

Average monthly income

£4k - £7k

Most accessed course

ISO 45003 Occupational Health and Safety Course

Master ISO 45003 and take full control of psychosocial risk management in your organisation. This course equips OHS professionals with the frameworks, tools, and practical skills to identify hazards, assess risks, and implement effective controls. Build a compliant, people-centred safety management system that protects workers and strengthens organisational performance.

Students

2

Workload

4h - 360h

Rating

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What does a Occupational Health Specialist do

  • Conduct workplace inspections and risk assessments to identify physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic hazards that may affect employee health and safety.

  • Develop, implement, and evaluate occupational health and safety programmes, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with federal and state OSHA regulations.

  • Investigate workplace accidents, injuries, and illnesses to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.

  • Provide health education, training sessions, and wellness initiatives to employees and management to promote a culture of safety and proactive health management.

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