Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health
Environmental science and protection technicians, including health
technicians, play an important role in the field of geoscience. They are
often involved in both fieldwork and laboratory work, and their findings
can have important implications for protecting the environment and
public health. Their work requires an extensive background in the
geosciences and involves a variety of tasks, such as:
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Collecting samples from various sources, including soil, water, air,
and biological materials. This often requires following strict
protocols to ensure the accuracy of the samples.
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Analyzing data to look for any signs of contamination or other
environmental issues. They may use a variety of laboratory equipment
and analytical methods to perform their tests.
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Monitoring environmental conditions by installing and maintaining
monitoring equipment, taking measurements, and recording data.
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Assisting scientists and researchers with research projects by
setting up experiments, making observations, and collecting data for
analysis.
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Preparing reports that summarize their findings and recommendations.
These reports may be used by scientists, policymakers, or other
stakeholders to make decisions about environmental issues.
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