ONET Occupations » 17-2111.01

Industrial Safety and Health Engineers

Plan, implement, and coordinate safety programs, requiring application of engineering principles and technology, to prevent or correct unsafe environmental working conditions.

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Parachute skills

  1. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (4.81)
  2. Study, observe - Data (4.77)
  3. Pay attention to details - Data (4.64)
  4. Use my brain - Data (4.59)
  5. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (4.41)
  6. Research - Data (4.41)
  7. Use my intuition - Data (4.36)
  8. Solve problems - Data (4.36)
  9. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (4.32)
  10. Advise - People (4.27)
  11. Follow through, get things done - People (4.23)
  12. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (4.23)
  13. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (4.14)
  14. Speak - People (4.12)
  15. Listen - People (4.12)
  16. Communicate well, in person - People (4.00)
  17. Convey warmth and empathy - People (4.00)
  18. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (4.00)
  19. Consult - People (3.95)
  20. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.88)
  21. Communicate well, in writing - People (3.88)
  22. Teach, tutor, or train (individuals, groups, animals) - People (3.82)
  23. Organize, classify - Data (3.75)
  24. Perceive patterns - Data (3.75)
  25. Systematize, prioritize - Data (3.75)
  26. Imagine - Data (3.75)
  27. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.75)
  28. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.75)
  29. Assess, evaluate, treat - People (3.75)
  30. Develop, improve - Data (3.73)
  31. Coordinate - People (3.55)
  32. Supervise, manage - People (3.55)
  33. Work with numbers, compute - Data (3.50)
  34. Negotiate, resolve conflicts - People (3.50)
  35. Plan - Data (3.50)
  36. Instruct - People (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Reading Comprehension (4.12)
  2. Speaking (4.12)
  3. Critical Thinking (4.12)
  4. Active Listening (4.00)
  5. Complex Problem Solving (3.88)
  6. Writing (3.75)
  7. Active Learning (3.75)
  8. Judgment and Decision Making (3.75)
  9. Systems Analysis (3.75)
  10. Systems Evaluation (3.75)
  11. Monitoring (3.62)
  12. Learning Strategies (3.50)
  13. Social Perceptiveness (3.50)
  14. Coordination (3.50)
  15. Instructing (3.50)
  1. Problem Sensitivity (4.25)
  2. Oral Comprehension (4.12)
  3. Written Comprehension (4.12)
  4. Oral Expression (4.00)
  5. Inductive Reasoning (4.00)
  6. Written Expression (3.88)
  7. Deductive Reasoning (3.88)
  8. Near Vision (3.88)
  9. Speech Recognition (3.88)
  10. Speech Clarity (3.88)
  11. Fluency of Ideas (3.75)
  12. Information Ordering (3.75)
  13. Flexibility of Closure (3.75)
  14. Originality (3.50)
  15. Category Flexibility (3.50)
  16. Mathematical Reasoning (3.50)
  1. Integrity (4.73)
  2. Attention to Detail (4.64)
  3. Analytical Thinking (4.59)
  4. Dependability (4.50)
  5. Initiative (4.27)
  6. Cooperation (4.27)
  7. Self Control (4.27)
  8. Persistence (4.23)
  9. Stress Tolerance (4.18)
  10. Leadership (4.14)
  11. Concern for Others (4.00)
  12. Independence (3.95)
  13. Achievement/Effort (3.91)
  14. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.86)
  15. Social Orientation (3.77)
  16. Innovation (3.64)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (4.81)
  2. Getting Information (4.77)
  3. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.55)
  4. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.41)
  5. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (4.36)
  6. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.36)
  7. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.33)
  8. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (4.32)
  9. Analyzing Data or Information (4.32)
  10. Provide Consultation and Advice to Others (4.27)
  11. Processing Information (4.23)
  12. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (4.23)
  13. Documenting/Recording Information (4.18)
  14. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (4.05)
  15. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.95)
  16. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (3.95)
  17. Interacting With Computers (3.86)
  18. Training and Teaching Others (3.82)
  19. Thinking Creatively (3.73)
  20. Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People (3.68)
  21. Scheduling Work and Activities (3.55)
  22. Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (3.55)
  23. Developing and Building Teams (3.55)
  24. Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (3.55)
  25. Developing Objectives and Strategies (3.50)
  26. Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (3.50)
  1. Adhere To Safety Procedures (4.81)
  2. Inspect Facilities Or Equipment For Regulatory Compliance (4.81)
  3. Perform Safety Inspections In Industrial, Manufacturing Or Repair Setting (4.81)
  4. Examine Engineering Documents For Completeness Or Accuracy (4.81)
  5. Collect Scientific Or Technical Data (4.77)
  6. Read Blueprints (4.77)
  7. Read Schematics (4.77)
  8. Read Technical Drawings (4.77)
  9. Use Chemical Testing Or Analysis Procedures (4.41)
  10. Use Drafting Or Mechanical Drawing Techniques (4.41)
  11. Use Hazardous Materials Information (4.41)
  12. Use Knowledge Of Materials Testing Procedures (4.41)
  13. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (4.41)
  14. Use Pollution Control Techniques (4.41)
  15. Use Scientific Research Methodology (4.41)
  16. Follow Safe Waste Disposal Procedures (4.41)
  17. Use Technical Regulations For Engineering Problems (4.41)
  18. Resolve Engineering Or Science Problems (4.36)
  19. Use Intuitive Judgment For Engineering Analyses (4.36)
  20. Understand Engineering Data Or Reports (4.33)
  21. Conduct Evaluations Of Worker Exposure To Radiation Or Noise (4.32)
  22. Analyze Effectiveness Of Safety Systems Or Procedures (4.32)
  23. Evaluate Engineering Data (4.32)
  24. Analyze Technical Data, Designs, Or Preliminary Specifications (4.32)
  25. Evaluate Manufacturing Or Processing Systems (4.32)
  26. Evaluate Tool Designs (4.32)
  27. Explain Complex Mathematical Information (4.32)
  28. Test Air Quality, Noise, Temperature, Or Radiation (4.32)
  29. Interpret Employee's Medical Evaluations (4.32)
  30. Advise Clients Regarding Engineering Problems (4.27)
  31. Recommend Measures To Ensure Maximum Employee Protection (4.27)
  32. Compile Information On Findings From Investigation Of Accidents (4.23)
  33. Record Test Results, Test Procedures, Or Inspection Data (4.18)
  34. Plan Testing Of Engineering Methods (3.95)
  35. Confer With Authorities Or Community Groups (3.95)
  36. Make Presentations (3.95)
  37. Conduct Training For Personnel (3.82)
  38. Improve Test Devices Or Techniques In Manufacturing, Industrial Or Engineering Setting (3.73)
  39. Evaluate Product Design (3.68)
  40. Direct And Coordinate Activities Of Workers Or Staff (3.55)
  41. Develop Safety Regulations (3.50)
  42. Develop Plans For Programs Or Projects (3.50)