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decontamination worker

Concept overview

Code

7133.5

Description

Decontamination workers remove and dispose of hazardous materials, such as radioactive materials or contaminated soil. They handle hazardous materials in compliance with safety regulations, investigate causes of contamination, and remove the contamination from the structure or site.

Alternative Labels

environmental decontamination technician

environmental decontamination worker

environmental remediation worker

hazardous material decontamination worker

radio-active decontamination worker

soil decontamination worker

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

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