Occupational Health and Safety Specialists
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- Chance of being automated
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- Volume of available positions
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Calculated automation risk
Minimal Risk (0-20%): Occupations in this category have a low probability of being automated, as they typically demand complex problem-solving, creativity, strong interpersonal skills, and a high degree of manual dexterity. These jobs often involve intricate hand movements and precise coordination, making it difficult for machines to replicate the required tasks.
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User poll
Our visitors have voted there's a low chance this occupation will be automated. This assessment is further supported by the calculated automation risk level, which estimates 10% chance of automation.
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What is the likelihood that Occupational Health and Safety Specialists will be replaced by robots or artificial intelligence within the next 20 years?
Sentiment
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Sentiment over time (yearly)
Growth
The number of 'Occupational Health and Safety Specialists' job openings is expected to rise 14.9% by 2033
Total employment, and estimated job openings
Updated projections are due 09-2025.
Wages
In 2023, the median annual wage for 'Occupational Health and Safety Specialists' was 81.140 $, or 39 $ per hour
'Occupational Health and Safety Specialists' were paid 68.8% higher than the national median wage, which stood at 48.060 $
Wages over time
Volume
As of 2023 there were 122,300 people employed as 'Occupational Health and Safety Specialists' within the United States.
This represents around 0.08% of the employed workforce across the country
Put another way, around 1 in 1 thousand people are employed as 'Occupational Health and Safety Specialists'.
Job 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.
SOC Code: 19-5011.00
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