Summary Environmental Health Inspector in the Northeast Region
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Description

Public and environmental health and safety professionals review, evaluate and monitor public health and environmental safety hazards and develop strategies to prevent, control and eliminate disease and environmental impact caused by biological and chemical factors. They inspect restaurants, industrial establishments, municipal water systems, public facilities, and institutions to ensure compliance with government regulations regarding sanitation, pollution control and the handling and storage of hazardous substances. They are employed throughout the public and private sectors.

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Requirements

University

This occupation usually requires a university degree (bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate).

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Wages

$38.50/hour

Median wage in British Columbia

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Prospects

Limited

The job prospects are limited in British Columbia

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Jobs

3 jobs

advertised in British Columbia

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Competencies

  • Monitoring
  • Instructing
  • Quality Control Testing
  • Decision Making
  • Systems Analysis

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