career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Forensic Science Technicians and Occupational Health and Safety Specialists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Forensic Science Technicians | Occupational Health and Safety Specialists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4092 | 19-5011 |
| title | Forensic Science Technicians | Occupational Health and Safety Specialists |
| onet code | 19-4092.00 | 19-5011.00 |
| description | Collect, identify, classify, and analyze physical evidence related to criminal investigations. Perform tests on weapons or substances, such as fiber, hair, and tissue to determine significance to investigation. May testify as expert witnesses on evidence or crime laboratory techniques. May serve as specialists in area of expertise, such as ballistics, fingerprinting, handwriting, or biochemistry. | Review, evaluate, and analyze work environments and design programs and procedures to control, eliminate, and prevent disease or injury caused by chemical, physical, and biological agents or ergonomic factors. May conduct inspections and enforce adherence to laws and regulations governing the health and safety of individuals. May be employed in the public or private sector. |
| job zone | 3 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 19 |
| tot emp | 19,450 | 128,430 |
| a mean | 75,260 | 88,660 |
| a median | 67,440 | 83,910 |
| a pct10 | 45,560 | 50,610 |
| a pct25 | 53,310 | 64,410 |
| a pct75 | 88,710 | 105,390 |
| a pct90 | 110,710 | 130,460 |
| h mean | 36 | 42 |
| h median | 32 | 40 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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