Job Description

The Safety Officer is responsible for implementing and monitoring all safety measures at construction sites to ensure a safe, compliant, and accident-free working environment. The role involves daily supervision of safety practices, conducting safety trainings, ensuring proper use of protective equipment, maintaining compliance with statutory norms, and promoting a culture of safety among workers and contractors.

Responsibility Deliverable

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? Conduct regular inspections of work areas, equipment, and practices to identify potential hazards.

? Enforce the use of

safety gear

(helmet, safety shoes, gloves, jacket, harness, etc.) across the site.

? Maintain records of

safety equipment issuance and inspections

.

? Conduct safety inductions and periodic refresher trainings for all site personnel.

? Investigate and report any accidents, near-misses, or unsafe acts.

? Issue warnings and impose penalties as per the safety policy for repeated violations.

? Coordinate with Site In-charge, Project Engineers, and Contractors for implementation of corrective actions.

? Promote safety awareness through daily toolbox talks and visual communication.

Tasks & Activities

Daily Site Safety Inspection

? Inspect site areas for unsafe practices, hazards, or violations.

? Check use and condition of safety equipment (helmets, gloves, boots, harness, etc.).

? Ensure all workers have received proper induction and PPE.

? Record observations in the

Daily Safety Logbook

.

Training & Awareness

? Conduct

Toolbox Talks

every morning before work begins.

? Train new workers on emergency procedures, PPE usage, and hazard awareness.

? Conduct refresher safety sessions weekly or monthly.

Incident Reporting & Investigation

? Report any accidents, near-misses, or unsafe conditions immediately.

? Conduct investigation to determine cause and preventive measures.

? Maintain accident records and share findings with management.

Compliance & Documentation

? Maintain safety checklists, audit reports, and inspection registers.

? Ensure display of safety signages, emergency contact details, and first-aid information on site.

? Keep records of PPE distribution and usage in the

Safety Equipment Logbook

.

Coordination & Enforcement

? Coordinate with site supervisors, contractors, and laborers to maintain compliance.

? Issue

two warnings

before levying penalties for repeated safety violations.

? Support Site Head and Project Manager in implementing corrective actions.

Emergency Preparedness

? Ensure fire extinguishers, first-aid kits, and evacuation routes are in place and accessible.

? Conduct periodic safety drills for fire and accident response.

? Liaise with local emergency services when necessary.

Measurement Metrics

? Number of safety inspections conducted per week.

? % of workers wearing full PPE at all times.

? Number of incidents or near-misses per month.

? Timeliness of corrective actions implemented.

? Number of safety trainings/toolbox talks conducted.

Compliance audit score / safety rating.

Skills

? Site Safety Inspection & Risk Assessment

? Training & Communication

? Report Writing & Record Maintenance

? Decision Making & Conflict Resolution

Observation & Root Cause Analysis

Knowledge

? Construction safety standards (OSHA, NBC, IS codes)

? PPE usage and maintenance

? Emergency procedures and first aid

? Hazard identification and mitigation

? Legal and statutory safety requirements

Self Image

? Guardian of Site Safety

? Responsible & Vigilant Professional

? Enforcer of Discipline and Safety Culture

Traits

? Alert & Proactive

? Confident & Firm Decision Maker

? Detail-Oriented & Composed Under Pressure

Team Player with Leadership Presence

Motives

? Achieve zero-accident target at site.

? Build safety awareness among all workers.

? Protect lives, property, and company reputation.

? Ensure smooth and compliant project execution.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person