HP Chapter 36 Occupational Health & Environmental Science

Certification & Other Qualities: Environmental Science & Protection Technicians may obtain a certification from The National Radon Safety Board (NRSB) as a Radon Measurement Technician (RMT) which enables the technicians to measure the amount of radon in buildings. What is the major health risk with high levels of radon exposure?

• lung cancer

• reproductive cancers

• blood cancers like leukemia & lymphoma

• breast cancer

The National Environmental Health Science & Protection Accreditation Council (EHAC) is the accrediting agency for environmental heath degree programs. There are 28 accredited undergraduate programs and nine graduate programs in the USA. Many states recognize graduation for an EHAC accredited program as the standard needed to become a registered environmental health specialist or sanitarian, Registration is required for some positions by the Federal Government. Students from accredited programs are eligible to participate in the Junior Commissioned Officer Student Extern Training Program (JRCOSTEP), graduation from an accredited program is a requirement to enter the U.S. Public Health Service. Registration & certification in different areas of environmental health are available for those wishing to be more competitive in the job market. According to the text:

• A LICENSURE IS REQUIRED IN THIS FIELD

• A LICENSURE IS NOT REQUIRED IN THIS FIELD

In the federal government, specialists are employed by various agencies, including the National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health (NIOSH) and the __________ ________ ______ ________ ________ (OSHA). Most large government agencies employ specialists to protect agency employees, and work in management, scientific, and technical consulting services, educational services, hospitals & manufacturing.

Certification and Other Qualifications Environmental Scientists & Specialists:

The Ecological Society of America (ESA) offers certification as an:

• for those with experience evaluating sites for hazardous contaminates in the air, soil & water, as well as designing remediation programs

• Have the skills to manage an emergency response, sewage, hazardous materials and vector (insects) control ( managing mammals, birds, and insects that transmit disease pathogens

• Associate Ecologist, Ecologist, and Senior Ecologists based on the number of years in the field

Environmental Science and Protection Technicians typically need an Associate's degree & some positions may require a Bachelor's degree. Many technical and community colleges offer programs in environmental studies or a related technologies. Technicians whose jobs involve handling hazardous waste typically need to complete a training program required by ________ standards. (FOUR LETTERS)

Environmental health specialist inspects environmental health systems to make sure they are in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations established to keep citizens safe & healthy. They use their knowledge of the natural sciences to protect the environment and human health.

environmental health & safety work responsibilities include:

• clean up polluted areas, advise policy makers, or work with industry to reduce wastes, and advise against the use of chemicals that are harmful to the environment

• analyze environmental problems and develop solutions, i.e., reclaim lands and waters that have been contaminated by pollution.

• assess the risks that new construction projects pose to the environment and make recommendations to governments and businesses on how to minimize the environmental impact of these projects

• specialize in food safety and do inspections of food processing plants or restaurants.

• ALL OF THE ABOVE

__________ consider the design of industrial, office & other equipment to maximize workers' comfort, safety, and productivity.

hint in the picture PLUS add the letter "s" at the end!

Certification and Other Qualifications Environmental Scientists & Specialists:

The Institute of Hazardous Materials Management (IHMM) offers the credential Certified Hazardous Materials Manager which is

• for those with experience evaluating sites for hazardous contaminates in the air, soil & water, as well as designing remediation programs

• workers with this credential have the skills to manage an emergency response, sewage, hazardous materials and vector (insects) control ( managing mammals, birds, and insects that transmit disease pathogens

• offers certification as an Associate Ecologist, Ecologist, and Senior Ecologists based on the number of years in the field

Occupational health & safety specialists analyze many types of work environments and work procedures. Specialists inspect workplaces for compliance to regulation on safety, health & the environment. They also design programs to prevent disease or injury to workers and damage to the environment. Specifically some work responsibilities would include:

• examine lighting, equipment, ventilation & materials in the workplace

• they increase worker productivity by reducing absenteeism and equipment downtime.

• save money by lowering insurance premiums & workers' compensation payments

• ALL OF THE ABOVE

PART I OF III Environmental Science & Protection Technicians monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution and contamination, including those affecting health. Many work under the supervision of of environmental scientists and specialists, who direct the technicians' work and evaluate the results. They often work on teams with scientists, engineers, and technicians in other fields to solve complex problems related to environmental degradation and public health. What do workers do who work for state & local governments?

• They inspect businesses & public places and investigate complaints related to air quality, water quality, food safety. They enforce environmental regulations by performing environmental impact studies of new construction or evaluate the environmental health of sites that may contain contaminates, such as an abandoned factor.

• They collect & track samples and perform tests that are often similar to what is done by chemical technicians, biological technicians, or microbiologists. However, their work focuses on topics that are directly related to the environment and how it affects human health.

• They help clients monitor and manage the environment and comply with regulations. They help businesses develop clean-up plans for contaminated sites, & recommend ways to reduce, control or eliminate pollution.