Job Description

Safety Officer Responsibilities

Continuous inspection of project sites, to ensure a hazard-free environment Conducts toolbox meetings Assessment and approval of subcontractor safety plans Verifies that injury logs and reports are completed and submitted to related
government agencies

Verification of tools and equipment to ensure good quality Promoting safe practices on site Creating and enforcing safety guidelines and programs Carrying out drills and exercises on managing emergency situations Conducting investigations on accidents and near misses Reports to concerned authorities as requested or mandated by regulations Responding to workers' safety concerns Manages all communications with government departments in regards to safety Arranges OSHA-mandated evaluations of the site by external agencies
/consultants

Coordinates all issues regarding removal of hazardous materials or waste Assisting with the preparation of a Facade health and safety plan Attending project planning meetings and collaborating with Project managers Establishing and maintaining health and safety communication structures Testing the effectiveness of site emergency response plans Continuous monitoring of all safety related documents, reports, and issues to
keep them updated.

Safety Officer Requirements and Qualifications:

3-6 years of experience as a Safety Officer or similar role Excellent knowledge of legislation and procedures Excellent knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices 3-6 years of experience in producing reports Experience with writing policies and procedures for health and safety Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics Proficient in MS Office Working knowledge of safety management information system Outstanding organizational skills Critical thinker and problem-solving skills Team player Good time-management skills Great interpersonal and communication skills Any degree in safety management or similar field Certificate in occupational health and safety
Responsibilities Summary
A construction safety officer can be responsible for the following duties:

Inspects the site to ensure it is a hazard-free environment. Conducts toolbox meetings Is part of the project safety council and leads all efforts to enhance safety The safety officer reviews and approves all subcontractor's safety plans Verifies that injury logs and reports are completed and submitted to related government agencies Verifies that all tools and equipment are adequate and safe for use. Promotes safe practices at the job site. Enforces safety guidelines Trains and carries out drills and exercises on how to manage emergency situations. Conducts investigations of all accidents and near-misses. Reports to concerned authorities as requested or mandated by regulations. Conducts job hazard analyses. Establishes safety standards and policies as needed. Performs emergency response drills. Watches out for the safety of all workers and works to protect them from entering hazardous situations. Responds to employees' safety concerns. Coordinates registration and removal of hazardous waste. Serves as the link between state and local agencies and contractors. Receives reports from and responds to orders issued by Department of Labor inspectors. Arranges for OSHA mandated testing and/or evaluations of the workplace by external agencies/consultants.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From ?25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Leave encashment Paid sick time Paid time off Provident Fund
Experience:

Safety Officer: 3 years (Required) Construction inspection: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person