Job Description
This position will provide full time environmental health and safety support to the construction site operations and will ensure that all practices are in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Safety Policies
Developing and implementing safety policies helps employers reduce accident-related costs and prevent losses due to a decline in productivity. The safety officer determines what policies are needed and solicits input from managers and workers. Once a policy has been finalised, the safety officer alerts worker about the change and monitors compliance.
Workplace Inspections
Safety officers inspect interior and exterior work areas to determine if thre are any safety hazards. During these inspections, a safety officer looks for broken equipment and damaged equipment, slip and fall hazards and other potential hazards. The officer also observes workers to ensure that they are wearing required personal protective equipment and following company safety policies. In the construction industry, safety officers check the stability of scaffolding, ensure that workers use hard hats and protective footwear and check to make sure employees operate construction equipment in a safe manner.
Accident Investigations
When a workplace accident occurs, a safety officer conducts an investigation to determine why the accident happened. The officer may question witnesses, inspect the accident scene and take pictures of any property damage. Once the safety officer determines the cause of the accident, he writes a report detailing the cause and provides recommendations that can help prevent future accidents.
Job Requirements
- BSS/BA in Safety Management, Engineering or relevant field is preferred
- Certificate in occupational health and safety
- Proven experience as Safety Officer
- In depth knowledge of legislation and procedures
- Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices
- Experience in writing reports and policies for health and safety
- Proficient in MS Office
- Diligent with great attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and explain health and safety topics
