Hourly Wage for Occupational Safety Specialist Salary in the United States

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How much does an Occupational Safety Specialist make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for an Occupational Safety Specialist in the United States is $44 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $35 and $51. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Martin Marietta - Phoenix , AZ

The Safety Specialist is responsible for the daily safety and health tasks necessary to support ... Associates degree in Occupational Safety and Health or equivalent experience * 3-5 years of safety ...

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Environmental Health Safety Specialist

Warn Automotive - Milwaukie , OR

The EHS Specialist has a pivotal role within the business to drive and embed Health and Safety to ... occupational safety. • Provide technical expertise to teams to help evaluate risks and cost ...

LinkedIn - 11 days ago

Safety Specialist

CRL - Los Angeles , CA

About the Position: The Safety Specialist supports and assists in promoting a safe and ... Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene, environmental science, or ...

LinkedIn - 17 days ago

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S&S Activewear LLC - Reno , NV

Job Description The Safety Specialist reports directly to the Safety Director. The Safety ... Bachelor's degree in occupational health & safety, Business Administration or related field is ...

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Environmental Health Safety Specialist

Patrick Allen Group - Boise , ID

The Environmental Health Safety Specialist will be responsible for ensuring workplace safety ... Understand federal/state occupational safety & health regulations and monitor changes. Audit ...

LinkedIn - 54 days ago

Environmental Health Safety Specialist

Modern Machinery Co., Inc. - Kent , WA

As an EHS Specialist, you will provide guidance and support to branch operations on all matters ... Two or more years of demonstrated occupational safety work experience is required.

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What does an Occupational Safety Specialist do?

Common responsibilities of an Occupational Safety Specialist

Prepares annual budget to meet Occupational Safety and Health training needs at COH, including travel, equipment, supplies, subscriptions, etc.

February 11, 2023

Documentation should be identified/saved as VA Letter, DD214, or Transcripts.

February 22, 2023

Reviews plans and specifications for new construction, major building alterations, and/or changes in installation equipment and monitors project through completion to ensure compliance with safety codes and standards.

March 29, 2023

Develops specialized operating practices, modifying or departing significantly from standard techniques when necessary based on interpretation of policies, standards, and regulations.

April 11, 2023

Lead implementation of facility safety programs, to include developing safe work methods, procedures, and policies in accordance with Company guidelines.

April 11, 2023

Participates in planning meetings and course-of-action development to provide technical guidance and assistance to command group, staff and subordinate leaders.

April 17, 2023

Demonstrated experience fostering a diverse and inclusive environment and an expressed commitment to do so while at VCU.

April 22, 2023

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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Occupational Safety Specialist in the United States. The average hourly rate for Occupational Safety Specialist ranges from $35 to $51 with the average hourly pay of $44. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $36 to $54 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $45.

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