How to Become an OSHA Inspector
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the nonfatal injury and illness incidence rate for private industry employers in 2007 was 4.2 cases per 100 workers. The mission of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is to prevent work-related injuries, illnesses and deaths. Created in 1971, the agency credits its work to cutting occupational deaths by 62 percent and injuries by 42 percent. In 2007, the agency had a staff of 2,150, including 1,100 inspectors. With approximately 40,000 workplace inspections a year, there is always a need for qualified inspectors.
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Determine if the salary range fits your need. The average salary range for inspectors is between $46,625 and $73,329 per year.
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Determine your willingness to relocate. OSHA is located in Smyrna, Georgia.
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Obtain a degree in a health and safety field. Examples include hazardous materials, unsafe environmental conditions, safety, occupational health, industrial hygiene, occupational medicine, toxicology, public health, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biological sciences, engineering and industrial psychology.
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Obtain the requisite experience. All applicants must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience in the field in order to be considered.
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Determine your willingness to travel. The position requires frequent travel. Inspectors must also submit to regular drug tests.
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Apply online at the link provided in the Resources section (USA Jobs) or directly through the Department of Labor, located at Sam Nunn Center, 61 Forsyth St. SW, Atlanta, GA 30303. For specific questions on becoming an OSHA inspector, call (404) 302-5856 or (877) 889-5627 (TDD) or email fed.jobs-atl@dol.gov.
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Tips & Warnings
The position may require a background check.
