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Job Description


	Plan, implement, and coordinate safety programs, requiring application of engineering principles and technology, to prevent or correct unsafe environmental working conditions.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: A minimum of two to four years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.

	Education: Most of these occupations require a four - year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

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Significant Points


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	Engineers

Overall job opportunities in engineering are expected to be good, but will vary by specialty. A bachelor's degree is required for most entry-level jobs. Starting salaries are significantly higher than those of college graduates in other fields. Continuing education is critical for engineers wishing to enhance their value to employers as technology evolves.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Health and safety engineers, except mining safety engineers and inspectors
Nonresidential Building Construction	2,540
State Government (OES Designation)	1,690
Local Government (OES Designation)	1,680
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services	1,640
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services	1,280
Utility System Construction	1,020
Scientific Research and Development Services	920
Basic Chemical Manufacturing	880
Management of Companies and Enterprises	830
Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction	660

Career Video

Title: "Industrial Safety and Health Engineers"

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Health and safety engineers, except mining safety engineers and inspectors
Average Annual Salary	$75,810
Average Hourly Wage	$36.45
Total Employment	24,070