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Occupational Health & Safety Services
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Occupational Health & Safety Services Global Overview
Definition
Summary
Suppliers in this market provide training, outreach, and assistance to businesses in order to improve the safety, wellness, and productivity of their employees. Occupational health and safety can encompass a variety of tasks, ranging from the prevention of illnesses and accidents in the workplace to the promotion of workers’ physical and mental well-being.
This Report Includes:
- Work Site Evaluations
- Hazard Assessments
- Safety & Health Training Seminars
- Facility Design Reviews
- Compliance Audits
Not in this Report:
- Construction Inspection Services
- Building Inspection Services
Global Occupational Health & Safety Services Procurement Trends
Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global Occupational Health & Safety Services market.
Warning Trends
United States announces additional tariffs on China
- In February 2025, the United States announced 10.0% tariffs on imports from China. The tariffs took effect on February 4, 2025.
- The tariff plan applies to all merchandise imported for consumption and applies in addition to other duties and fees that are in place, with limited exceptions.
- In response, China announced a 15.0% tariff on products such as coal and natural gas, as well as a 10.0% tariff on crude oil, agricultural machinery, pickup trucks, and large cars. The tariff executive orders indicate retaliatory tariffs could lead to further escalation in rates.
- Providers in this market rely on inputs often sourced from China. As such, ProcurementIQ will continue to monitor developments in this space and update analysis accordingly.
Neutral
Labor markets tighten slightly following interest rate cuts
- In recent months, the unemployment rate has remained stable at 4.1%, a still relatively low mark, though higher than it was in prior years. This trend indicates sustained competitiveness in the overall labor market, though certain industries have experienced waning labor demand.
- The latest jobs report indicates that major industries, such as construction, retail, leisure & hospitality, and transportation & warehousing, no longer face hiring shortfalls.
- However, worker shortages persist in the manufacturing and healthcare sectors, as 29.9% and 50.0% of job openings in each sector remained unfilled in August, respectively.
- In blue-collar fields, 33.9%, 70.1%, and 49.9% of job openings for information, finance, and professional service roles remained unfilled in September, though unfilled positions in these occupations can also be partially attributed to the longer average hiring times in these industries.
Global Occupational Health & Safety Services Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 Europe | 49,610 |
| #2 China | 45,305 |
| #3 United States | 32,200 |
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Average Cost of Occupational Health & Safety Services
United States
2026 Market Pricing$100.00 to $XXX.XX
per hourAverage Price
Prices in the Occupational Health & Safety Services market range from $100.00 to $XXX.XX, depending on Type of Contract, Supplier Reputation, Scope of Services and Industry. For example, lower prices are associated with Virtual training sessions ($100 to $150 per hour) and Production of written materials and manuals, whereas higher prices are associated with On-site consultations and trainings ($150 to $300 per hour) and On-site risk and safety assessments ($150 to $300 per hour).
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Occupational Health & Safety Services Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Occupational Health & Safety Services market, prices in the US have grown 2.7% from 2022 to 2025. Subscribers can access price trend forecasts, price driver projections and forward-looking cost structure data. Learn more
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for Occupational Health & Safety Services
Total cost of ownership is Medium in the Occupational Health & Safety Services market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs. For example, unforeseen costs in the form of Scope Changes may raise the total cost of ownership unexpectedly.
Negotiated Before
Set Up Fees
Billed During
Travel
Compliance
Unforeseen
Scope Changes
Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -0.7 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Recent Developments. It is most negatively impacted by Recent Price Volatility. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as Very Low, which has a positive impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
1st
Tier Suppliers
- Computer Stores
- IT Consulting Service Providers
- Laboratory Supply Wholesalers
- Office Supply Stores
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Computer Manufacturers
- Medical Instrument & Supply Manufacturers
- Office Stationery Manufacturers
Biggest Occupational Health & Safety Services Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest Occupational Health & Safety Services vendors by revenue in the US are Dupont De Nemours, Inc., ESIS Inc. and Dekra E.V. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESIS Inc. | Global | Philadelphia, PA | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Marsh & Mclennan Companies, Inc. | Global | NEW YORK, NY | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Dupont De Nemours, Inc. | Global | WILMINGTON | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Willis Towers Watson Plc | Global | LONDON ENGLAND | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| SGS AG | Global | Geneva , CH | >10,001 | < 5 | ||||
| Bureau Veritas S A | Global | Paris, FR | >10,001 | < 5 | ||||
| Dekra E.V. | US | < 5 | ||||||
| UL LLC | Global | Northbrook, IL | >10,001 | < 5 | ||||
| Stantec Inc. | Global | Edmonton | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the Occupational Health & Safety Services market is 8.2% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Wages. The cost trend for this component is falling, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
The occupational health and safety services market is highly fragmented, with the four largest vendors accounting for less than 30.0% of total market revenue. Barriers to entry into the market are not significant, further contributing to market fragmentation.
Buyers do not face significant risk from the supply chain. Although suppliers are exposed to various macroeconomic conditions that can impact operating costs, they are less dependent on critical inputs that could disrupt the overall supply chain.
While bankruptcy risk levels vary among different vendor types, the average supplier carries moderate financial risk in the occupational health and safety service market. Because most suppliers operate on a small scale by catering their services to local and regional markets, they are more susceptible to fluctuations in a particular market.
Suppliers face regulations from federal, state, and local governments. These regulations cover many environmental and human safety factors, such as volatile materials, safety equipment, and noise levels.
The United States is considered a net importer of safety headwear, which presents the domestic market with a wide range of products and vendors to select from, enhancing competition in the market. However, increased reliance on imported goods elevates the risk of supply disruptions somewhat with fluctuating trade regulations.
Supplier Information
ESIS Inc.
ESIS Inc. is a private company operating globally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include occupational health & safety services. Founded in 1953, the company is currently headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America with an estimated... Subscribe to learn more
Bureau Veritas S A
Bureau Veritas S A is a public company operating globally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include nondestructive testing services, industrial design services, industrial hygiene services, air quality monitoring services, water quality testing services. Subscribe to learn more
Dekra E.V.
DEKRA e.V. is a private company operating in the professional, scientific and technical services and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include workplace safety consulting services and occupational health & safety services. Founded in 2013, the Subscribe to learn more
Dupont De Nemours, Inc.
DuPont de Nemours, Inc. is a global company that develops technology-based materials, ingredients, and solutions for electronics, transportation, building and construction, health and wellness, food, and worker safety markets. It organizes its business into two reportable segments: the Electronics & Industrial... Subscribe to learn more
Gensuite LLC
Benchmark Digital Partners LLC is a private company operating globally in the information and professional, scientific & technical services sectors. The company's offerings include environmental health & safety software and occupational health & safety services. Founded in 2008, the company is currently headquartered... Subscribe to learn more
Marsh & Mclennan Companies, Inc.
Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. is an insurance and advisory services provider to commercial and consumer clients. It organizes its products into two segments: the Risk and Insurance Services segment, which delivers risk management activities, insurance, and reinsurance broking and services, and the Consulting... Subscribe to learn more
Regional Reporting Inc.
Regional Reporting Inc. is a private company operating nationally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include workplace safety consulting services and occupational health & safety services. Founded in 1965, the company is currently headquartered in New York... Subscribe to learn more
Safety Management Group
Safety Management Group is a private company operating nationally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include industrial hygiene services, workplace safety consulting services and occupational health & safety services. Founded in 1990, the company is currently... Subscribe to learn more
SGS AG
SGS AG is a public company operating globally in the mining, professional, scientific & technical services and other services (except public administration) sectors. The company's offerings include seismic & geophysical services, slickline services, well cementing services, heavy equipment installation & Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the Occupational Health & Safety Services Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Customer Concentration and Customer Satisfaction (CSAT). Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Compliance and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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| Customer Concentration |
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Revenue per customer (RPC) Total revenue |
Customer concentration represents the amount of revenue associated with a single customer. It is recommended that the customer concentration remains at or below 10.0%. |
| Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) |
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Number of positive customer responses Number of customer responses |
Customer satisfaction represents customers’ overall satisfaction with a company. Customer satisfaction can be used to determine whether customer improvements are required. Customer satisfaction should be related to safety metrics to determine whether the vendor's services reduced accidents or workplace-related injuries. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
How can I gain leverage during negotiations?
Service Performance
How diverse is the range of occupational hazards you detect? Do you identify chemical, physical, and biological hazards with the same efficiency and effectiveness?
How do you differentiate your health services when addressing diseases and illnesses compared to psychosocial needs and employee wellness?
Experience and Expertise
Are you involved in relevant research regarding the latest developments in occupational health and safety? How so?
Given the low level of market share concentration, how do you try to differentiate yourself from other competitors?
Workforce
What steps do you take to ensure that management, employees, and all other stakeholders buy into your services?
How do you measure less tangible outcomes, such as employee satisfaction or morale?
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Occupational Health & Safety Services RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
Buyers should give a general overview of their organization and the type of business sector or industry they operate in.
Buyers should provide information on the number of staff and the nature of their roles and responsibilities.
Statement Of Need
Buyers should provide detailed information about project service requirements (e.g., proposal, fieldwork, and recommendations).
Buyers should outline the critical issues they currently face (e.g., improving the safety and productivity of their employees).
Project Budget
If one exists, buyers should specify their budget for the services and related products and services they desire and provide information about any budgetary constraints.
Buyers should inquire about any additional charges and travel compensation for consultants (e.g., mileage fees and travel and lodging expenses).
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