Mostly Resilient
Last Update: 11/4/2026
AI Resilience Score for OHS Technicians:
61.9%
Median Score
Meaningful human contribution
Measures the parts of the occupation that still require a human touch. This score averages data from up to four AI exposure datasets, focusing on the role’s resilience against automation.
Med
Long-term employer demand
Predicts the health of the job market for this role through 2034. Using Bureau of Labor Statistics data, it balances projected annual job openings (60%) with overall employment growth (40%).
Med
Sustained economic opportunity
Measures future earning potential and career flexibility. This score is a blend of total projected labor income (67%) and the role’s inherent ability to adapt to economic and technological shifts (33%).
High
This reflects the reliability of your score based on the number of data sources available for this career and how closely those sources agree on the outlook. A higher confidence means more consistent evidence from labor experts and AI models.
Most data sources align, with only minor variation. This is a well-supported result.
AI Resilience Report forOccupational Health and Safety Technicians
$61,560 median salary•3,800 annual openings•SOC Code: 19-5012.00
Occupational Health and Safety Technicians are somewhat more resilient to AI impacts than most occupations, according to our analysis of 6 sources.
Occupational health and safety technicians are "Mostly Resilient" because the heart of their work involves skills that AI simply cannot replicate, like physically fitting protective equipment on workers, making real-time judgment calls when someone refuses an unsafe task, and coaching crews through hands-on safety training. AI is stepping in to handle the paperwork-heavy side of the job, like analyzing data, spotting risk patterns, and predicting incidents before they happen, which actually frees technicians to focus more on those human-centered responsibilities.
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This role is mostly resilient
Occupational health and safety technicians are "Mostly Resilient" because the heart of their work involves skills that AI simply cannot replicate, like physically fitting protective equipment on workers, making real-time judgment calls when someone refuses an unsafe task, and coaching crews through hands-on safety training. AI is stepping in to handle the paperwork-heavy side of the job, like analyzing data, spotting risk patterns, and predicting incidents before they happen, which actually frees technicians to focus more on those human-centered responsibilities.
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Latest AI news for OHS Technicians
These articles highlight the evolving role of AI in the workplace, emphasizing the need for Occupational Health and Safety Technicians to adapt. For instance, the analysis of AI's impact on jobs illustrates how technicians can leverage technology to enhance workplace safety. Additionally, Governor Newsom’s executive order signals a push for preparedness against AI disruptions, suggesting that technicians should stay informed and proactive in advocating for safety amid technological changes. Embracing AI resilience will empower these professionals to safeguard worker health and adapt to new challenges effectively.
‘There are winners, there are losers’: WA economist puts AI’s workplace impact in the context of earlier technology shifts
mynorthwest.com • 10/19/2026
Explore how AI is reshaping jobs in Washington as the chief labor economist analyzes its effects on the tech industry and workforce trends.
Federal Bill Would Probe AI’s Use, Focus in the Workplace
www.govtech.com • 7/30/2026
The AI Workforce Projections, Research and Evaluations to Promote AI Readiness and Employment Act would add questions to surveys about how...
Governor Newsom signs first-of-its-kind executive order to prepare workers and businesses for potential AI disruption
www.gov.ca.gov • 5/21/2026
What you need to know: Governor Newsom is signing a first-in-the-nation executive order to confront the economic impacts of artificial...
Workers are facing an age of uncertainty
www.apa.org • 1/1/2026
Psychological insights help workplaces reeling from economic volatility, sweeping policy changes, and the AI revolution.
A First Look at Labor’s AI Values: An analysis of recent statements about technology by unions and other worker organizations
laborcenter.berkeley.edu • 9/18/2025
A first look at labor's vision of what the future of AI and digital technologies should look like.
More Career Info
Career: Occupational Health and Safety Technicians
They ensure workplaces are safe by checking equipment, identifying hazards, and helping prevent accidents to keep everyone healthy and secure.
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Alternate Titles
Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) · Construction Safety Consultant · Industrial Hygienist · Safety Specialist · Advisory Industrial Hygienist · EHS Advisor (Environmental, Health, and Safety Advisor) · Health and Safety Technician (Health and Safety Tech) · Industrial Hygiene Consultant · Safety Technician (Safety Tech) · Safety Trainer
Employment & Wage Data
Median Wage
$61,560
Jobs (2025)
31,200
Growth (2025-35)
+19.4%
Annual Openings
3,800
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025-2035
Task-Level AI Resilience Scores
AI-generated estimates of task resilience over the next 3 years
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Help direct rescue or firefighting operations in the event of a fire or an explosion.
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Supply, operate, or maintain personal protective equipment.
3
Evaluate situations or make determinations when a worker has refused to work on the grounds that danger or potential harm exists.
4
Prepare or calibrate equipment used to collect or analyze samples.
5
Train workers in safety procedures related to green jobs, such as the use of fall protection devices or maintenance of proper ventilation during wind turbine construction.
6
Confer with schools, state authorities, or community groups to develop health standards or programs.
7
Test workplaces for environmental hazards, such as exposure to radiation, chemical or biological hazards, or excessive noise.
Tasks are ranked by their AI resilience, with the most resilient tasks shown first. Core tasks are essential functions of this occupation, while supplemental tasks provide additional context.
