Environmental Resource Management
Occupational Info
Job Outlook
Jobs in the occupational safety and health
professions are expected to increase by 10 to
15 percent over the next decade. Occupational
demand will be especially strong in regions such
as Kern County with large goods-producing
sectors such as petroleum and natural gas,
renewable energy, agriculture, and construction
fueled by population growth. Manufacturing,
health care, national defense, and government
also offer employment opportunities.
The Profession
Safety professionals are employed across a
wide range of industries to prevent injuries,
illnesses, and related losses. Their duties
often include recognizing hazards, conducting
safety inspections & audits, complying with
regulations and record keeping, managing
hazardous materials, performing accident
and incident investigations, planning and
participating in emergency responses, training
employees and managing safety programs,
and advising management.
Certification
Professional certification is highly valued by
employers for mid-career and senior positions.
The Certified Safety Credential (CSP)
designation is obtainable through completion
of CSUB’s Environmental Resource
Management degree program, professional
experience, and passage of two examinations.