§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

hazardous waste inspector

Description

Hazardous waste inspectors inspect industrial sites to ensure they adhere to waste disposal legislation, and inspect their equipment to see if it is operational and functions according to regulations. They also aim to educate the public on hazardous substances and on hazardous waste handling regulations.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

hazardous waste storage hazardous waste treatment hazardous waste types hazardous materials transportation quality assurance procedures waste management

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

pollution prevention pollution legislation

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

advise on waste management procedures inspect waste disposal facilities ensure compliance with waste legislative regulations inspect compliance with hazardous waste regulations educate on hazardous waste inspect industrial equipment write inspection reports carry out environmental audits

OPTIONALOptional competences

develop environmental remediation strategies advise on environmental remediation implement environmental protection measures wear appropriate protective gear assess environmental impact monitor legislation developments inspect freight inspect recycling procedures advise on pollution prevention develop hazardous waste management strategies educate on recycling regulations train staff on waste management report on environmental issues investigate pollution report pollution incidents liaise with industrial professionals analyse environmental data

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)