Safety Officer
VS Consultancy
Date: 4 days ago
City: Sharjah
Contract type: Full time
The Safety Officer ensures that workplace environments comply with health and safety standards to prevent accidents, injuries, and other workplace hazards. This role involves developing, implementing, and monitoring safety protocols, conducting training, and promoting a culture of safety throughout the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Email ID [email protected]
Contact Number 8341215069
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Key Responsibilities
- Health and Safety Compliance:
- Ensure the workplace adheres to all local, state, and federal health and safety regulations.
- Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions.
- Develop and maintain safety policies, procedures, and documentation.
- Training and Awareness:
- Organize and conduct health and safety training sessions for employees, including emergency preparedness and proper use of equipment.
- Promote a safety-first culture by raising awareness and encouraging employee participation.
- Provide guidance and support to staff on health and safety matters.
- Risk Assessment:
- Perform risk assessments to identify potential workplace hazards.
- Implement measures to mitigate risks and improve overall safety standards.
- Monitor and update risk assessments as workplace conditions or regulations change.
- Incident Management:
- Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, and near-misses to determine causes and recommend preventive measures.
- Prepare detailed reports on incidents and ensure appropriate follow-up actions.
- Maintain accurate records of accidents, injuries, and compliance activities.
- Emergency Preparedness:
- Develop and implement emergency response plans and evacuation procedures.
- Coordinate regular drills to ensure employee preparedness for emergencies.
- Collaborate with local authorities and first responders when necessary.
- Equipment and Workplace Safety:
- Inspect and maintain safety equipment to ensure it is in proper working condition.
- Monitor the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Oversee the safe storage and handling of hazardous materials.
- Bachelors degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, or a related field (preferred).
- Certification in workplace safety (e.g., NEBOSH, OSHA, IOSH) is an advantage.
- Proven experience in a safety officer role or similar position.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and training abilities.
- Attention to detail and ability to work independently.
- May involve working in various environments such as offices, construction sites, warehouses, or industrial facilities.
- Physical activity such as walking, climbing, or inspecting hazardous areas may be required.
- Some roles may involve irregular hours or on-call duties.
Email ID [email protected]
Contact Number 8341215069
From
HR Team
This job is provided by Shine.com
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