Industrial Safety and Health Technicians

The median annual salary of occupational health and safety technicians was $57,920 in May 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. The lowest 10 percent earned $40,030 or less, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $97,360.

Individuals in this career can expect benefits such as paid vacation, insurance, and paid holidays equal to those for other salaried employees in an organization. Some employers provide a special compensation plan for the industrial safety and health staff, including an annual bonus for measurably improving the company's safety record. In addition, technicians and other safety workers often find that employers provide liberal support for job-related study and professional programs. This may include paid memberships in professional organizations, travel, and other costs associated with attending meetings or conferences.