NEC
825A
Safety Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Assists the collateral or primary duty Safety Officer or Safety Manager in coordinating the implementation of the Navy Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Program, Traffic Safety Program, and Recreational and Off-Duty Safety (RODS) Program. Performs administrative and record keeping functions in support of the command safety organization. Identifies hazards, unsafe work practices, and health hazardous conditions. Assists in the evaluation of workplace hazards, including periodic workplace monitoring. Prepares various safety and mishap reports, maintains hazard abatement program documentation, and aids in mishap investigations. Arranges or conducts indoctrination and periodic SOH training. Disseminates SOH program information throughout the chain of command.
Core Skills
- workplace hazard identification
- occupational safety inspections
- hazard abatement tracking
- mishap report preparation
- incident investigation support
- safety training coordination
- safety recordkeeping
- workplace monitoring
- regulatory compliance
Common Certifications
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS)
- OSHA Certificate Programs
- FEMA Incident Command System Certifications
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
Civilian Career Paths
- EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
- PUBLIC HEALTH
- ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
Training & Development
Getting Started
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
- FEMA Incident Command System Certifications
Career Growth
- Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS)
- OSHA Certificate Programs
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Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.