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Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health

Perform laboratory and field tests to monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution, including those that affect health, under the direction of an environmental scientist, engineer, or other specialist. May collect samples of gases, soil, water, and other materials for testing.

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25 tasks20 core, 5 supplemental
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Life, Physical & Social ScienceOne of its 66 occupations
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19-4042.00SOC 2018: 19-4042

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  1. Task 1. Collect samples of gases, soils, water, industrial wastewater, or asbestos products to conduct tests on pollutant levels or identify sources of pollution.Core taskTask 1550Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  2. Task 2. Investigate hazardous conditions or spills or outbreaks of disease or food poisoning, collecting samples for analysis.Core taskTask 20869Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  3. Task 3. Record test data and prepare reports, summaries, or charts that interpret test results.Core taskTask 1549Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  4. Task 4. Prepare samples or photomicrographs for testing and analysis.Core taskTask 1556Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  5. Task 5. Discuss test results and analyses with customers.Core taskTask 1560Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  6. Task 6. Inspect workplaces to ensure the absence of health and safety hazards, such as high noise levels, radiation, or potential lighting hazards.Core taskTask 1565Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  7. Task 7. Weigh, analyze, or measure collected sample particles, such as lead, coal dust, or rock, to determine concentration of pollutants.Core taskTask 1566Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  8. Task 8. Calibrate microscopes or test instruments.Core taskTask 1553Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  9. Task 9. Provide information or technical or program assistance to government representatives, employers, or the general public on the issues of public health, environmental protection, or workplace safety.Core taskTask 1552Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  10. Task 10. Maintain files, such as hazardous waste databases, chemical usage data, personnel exposure information, or diagrams showing equipment locations.Core taskTask 1561Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  11. Task 11. Set up equipment or stations to monitor and collect pollutants from sites, such as smoke stacks, manufacturing plants, or mechanical equipment.Core taskTask 1563Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  12. Task 12. Develop or implement programs for monitoring of environmental pollution or radiation.Core taskTask 1570Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  13. Task 13. Monitor emission control devices to ensure they are operating properly and comply with state and federal regulations.Core taskTask 19799Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  14. Task 14. Make recommendations to control or eliminate unsafe conditions at workplaces or public facilities.Core taskTask 1554Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  15. Task 15. Calculate amount of pollutant in samples or compute air pollution or gas flow in industrial processes, using chemical and mathematical formulas.Core taskTask 1557Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  16. Task 16. Develop testing procedures.Core taskTask 20871Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  17. Task 17. Perform statistical analysis of environmental data.Core taskTask 1562Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  18. Task 18. Develop or implement site recycling or hazardous waste stream programs.Core taskTask 19798Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  19. Task 19. Direct activities of workers in laboratory.Core taskTask 20870Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  20. Task 20. Analyze potential environmental impacts of production process changes, and recommend steps to mitigate negative impacts.Core taskTask 19797Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  21. Task 21. Initiate procedures to close down or fine establishments violating environmental or health regulations.Supplemental taskTask 1558Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  22. Task 22. Inspect sanitary conditions at public facilities.Supplemental taskTask 1555Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  23. Task 23. Determine amounts and kinds of chemicals to use in destroying harmful organisms or removing impurities from purification systems.Supplemental taskTask 1559Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023
  24. Task 24. Examine and analyze material for presence and concentration of contaminants, such as asbestos, using variety of microscopes.Supplemental taskTask 1567Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023
  25. Task 25. Distribute permits, closure plans, or cleanup plans.Supplemental taskTask 1564Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2023

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  2. Classification
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