Army MOS · Support
6Q Additional Duty Safety NCO
Overview
The Additional Duty Safety NCO designation identifies a Soldier who successfully completes the Additional Duty Safety NCO Course. The USA Combat Readiness Center conducts and certifies the required course.
Core Skills
- safety program management
- risk assessment and mitigation
- incident reporting and analysis
- OSHA compliance awareness
- training and briefing delivery
- inspection and audit execution
- data collection and trend analysis
- policy implementation
- hazard identification
- root cause analysis
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Project
Civilian Career Paths
- Project Management
- Administration
- Training and Education
- Facilities Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Associate Safety Professional (ASP) · Funded · Promotion points
- Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST)
Career Growth
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Manager (CM)
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
What the Work Involves
- Investigate industrial accidents, injuries, or occupational diseases to determine causes and preventive measures.
- Conduct or coordinate worker training in areas such as safety laws and regulations, hazardous condition monitoring, and use of safety equipment.
- Recommend measures to help protect workers from potentially hazardous work methods, processes, or materials.
- Inspect or evaluate workplace environments, equipment, or practices to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
- Maintain all required environmental records and documentation.
Related Occupations
- Environmental Compliance Inspectors
- Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health
- Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health
- Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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