Industrial Hygienist

Duties and Responsibilities:

Industrial hygienists get involved at the interface of people and their workplaces. They use science and engineering to prevent ill health caused by the work environment – specializing in the assessment and control of risks to health from workplace exposure to hazards. Hygienists help employers and employees to understand these risks and to minimize or eliminate them. They are committed to protecting the health and safety of people in the workplace and the community.  Industrial hygienists provide a wide range of health coverage.

Salary: $40,000- $60,000

Educational Requirements:

Currently to meet the education qualification a typical qualified candidate comes from a regionally accredited college or university, with a Bachelor’s Degree in biology, chemistry, engineering, physics or an ABET accredited program in industrial hygiene or safety. Other colleges and degrees will be considered by the Board provided there is an emphasis on science, mathematics, engineering, or science-related technology.