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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Occupational Health and Safety Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring that our workplace complies with all health and safety regulations and standards. This role involves conducting regular inspections, risk assessments, and safety audits to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions. The Occupational Health and Safety Specialist will also be responsible for developing and delivering training programs to educate employees on safety protocols and emergency procedures. Additionally, the specialist will collaborate with management to develop and implement safety policies and procedures, as well as investigate accidents and incidents to determine their causes and prevent future occurrences. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of occupational health and safety laws and regulations, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. This is a critical role that requires a proactive approach to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for all employees.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Conduct regular workplace inspections and safety audits.
- Identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.
- Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees.
- Collaborate with management to develop and implement safety policies and procedures.
- Investigate accidents and incidents to determine their causes.
- Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, and training sessions.
- Ensure compliance with all occupational health and safety regulations and standards.
- Conduct risk assessments and recommend appropriate control measures.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of safety programs and initiatives.
- Provide guidance and support to employees on safety-related matters.
- Stay up-to-date with changes in health and safety legislation.
- Coordinate emergency response plans and drills.
- Promote a culture of safety within the organization.
- Prepare and present safety reports to management.
- Assist in the development of safety-related policies and procedures.
- Liaise with external agencies and regulatory bodies as required.
- Participate in safety committee meetings and initiatives.
- Advise on the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Conduct ergonomic assessments and recommend improvements.
- Support the implementation of health and wellness programs.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar certification preferred.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in occupational health and safety.
- Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations and standards.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to conduct thorough investigations and risk assessments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Experience in developing and delivering training programs.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
- Strong analytical and report-writing skills.
- Knowledge of emergency response planning and procedures.
- Ability to stay up-to-date with changes in legislation and industry best practices.
- Experience in conducting ergonomic assessments.
- Ability to develop and implement safety policies and procedures.
- Strong presentation skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to promoting a culture of safety.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with conducting workplace safety inspections?
- How do you stay current with changes in occupational health and safety regulations?
- Can you provide an example of a safety training program you developed and delivered?
- How do you approach conducting a risk assessment?
- Can you describe a time when you identified a potential hazard and implemented corrective actions?
- How do you handle resistance from employees when implementing new safety policies?
- Can you provide an example of an accident investigation you conducted and the outcome?
- How do you ensure accurate record-keeping of safety inspections and incidents?
- What strategies do you use to promote a culture of safety within an organization?
- How do you handle emergency response planning and drills?
- Can you describe your experience with ergonomic assessments?
- How do you prioritize tasks and manage your time effectively?
- What steps do you take to ensure confidentiality when handling sensitive information?
- Can you provide an example of a safety report you prepared and presented to management?
- How do you collaborate with management to develop and implement safety policies?
- What is your approach to providing guidance and support to employees on safety-related matters?
- How do you evaluate the effectiveness of safety programs and initiatives?
- Can you describe your experience with liaising with external agencies and regulatory bodies?
- What role do you believe personal protective equipment (PPE) plays in workplace safety?
- How do you handle a situation where an employee is not following safety protocols?
