Inspecting commercial and industrial work sites . Examining plans for new buildings and machines Conducting safety and health audits . . . Preparing reports . . . Investigating accidents . . . Keeping up with the field . . .
Communication skills key component of job . . .
Offices and health care facilities are usually clean and well-lighted yet pose significant ergonomic and other risk factors. Industrial facilities pose similar problems as found in office and health care settings but shift magnitude of problems based on job tasks. Some facilities are well-planned, clean and present relatively low exposure to hazardous materials, chemicals, machines or other risks. Others have high noise levels, are difficult to keep clean, involve toxic chemicals or materials and entail exposure to other significant risks. Travel may be extensive for those in government and insurance positions.