Environmental and public health officer

Also known as

Health protection officer, public health officer, food safety and public health officer

AUT programmes

• Public and Environmental Health Major - Bachelor of Health Science

Work environment

• Usually work regular business hours
• Usually work in offices, and may travel locally and nationally
• May work in all weather and hazardous conditions
• Need to be responsible, safety conscious and identify and solve problems

Typical tasks

• Investigate disease outbreaks and prevent spread
• Check food safety in businesses and schools
• Identify health risks and recommend solutions
• Make sure buildings meet health standards
• Assess and manage land pollution
• Collect samples to test for pollution
• Issue legal notices and give court evidence
• Help create health policies
• Train people on environmental health practices
• Review applications for permits and licences

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