Occupational Safety and Health Technician
ろうどうあんぜんえいせいぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Other Technical Occupations
- Minor : Technical Occupations Not Elsewhere Classified
Summary
A technical position in companies or organizations that builds and maintains workplace safety and health systems through risk assessments, work environment measurements, education and training, etc., to ensure workers' safety and health.
Description
Occupational safety and health technicians aim to prevent workers' accidents and preserve health by identifying and evaluating workplace hazards, conducting work environment measurements and risk assessments. They formulate safety and health plans and conduct patrol patrols and education training. In the event of an accident, they conduct cause investigations and propose corrective measures. They respond to revisions of related laws and regulations such as the Labor Safety and Health Act, provide support for ISO45001 certification acquisition, and also handle chemical substance management. They collaborate with multiple departments to foster a safety culture throughout the workplace.
Future Outlook
With increasing awareness of workers' safety and health and strengthening of legal regulations, demand will remain stable. There will be further demand for technicians who also possess expertise in mental health measures and environmental management.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Calm and composed / Excellent communication skills / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract and Dispatch Employees Available / Desk Work / Field Work / Night Work / Transfers and Business Trips
Career Path
Safety and Health Promoter → Safety and Health Manager → Environmental Safety Consultant → In-House Safety and Health Department Leader → Independent Consultant
Required Skills
Accident Investigation / Labor Safety and Health Act Knowledge / Risk Assessment / Safety Patrol / Safety and Health Plan Formulation / Work Environment Measurement
Recommended Skills
Chemical Substance Safety Management / English Literature Reading / HACCP / ISO45001 Internal Audit / P Mark Acquisition Support
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Required for risk assessment and data analysis. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential for legal compliance and operation of measurement instruments. |
| Communication Skills | Frequent coordination and education with related departments and workers. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous learning is necessary for legal revisions and responses to emerging risks. |
| Planning & Organization | Required for formulating safety and health plans and managing implementation. |
| Problem Solving | Quick cause identification and countermeasures are required for problems that occur. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work and measurement tasks, so intense physical strength is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- First-Class Health Manager
- Safety and Health Manager (Labor Safety and Health Act)
- Second-Class Health Manager
Aliases
- Labor Safety Engineer
- Safety and Health Engineer
Related Jobs
- Environmental Safety Engineer
- Health Manager
- Occupational Hygiene Consultant
- Safety Manager