A professional who conducts health program in industrial plant or governmental organization to recognize, eliminate, and control occupational health hazards and diseases. Responsibilities include:

• Collects samples of dust, gases, vapors, and other potentially toxic materials for analysis.
• Investigates adequacy of ventilation, exhaust equipment, lighting, and other conditions which may affect employee health, comfort, or efficiency.
• Conducts evaluations of exposure to ionizing and nonionizing radiation and to noise, and recommends measures to ensure maximum employee protection.
• Collaborates with industrial-health engineer and physician, occupational to institute control and remedial measures for hazardous and potentially hazardous conditions and equipment.
• Prepares reports including observations, analysis of contaminants, and recommendations for control and correction of hazards.
• Participates in educational meetings to instruct employees in matters pertaining to occupational health and prevention of accidents.
• May specialize in particular area, such as collection and analysis of samples.