Health and Safety Specialist

**Job description**

SUMMARY: Develops and maintains an effective accident prevention program and occupational health and safety program at company facilities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Recommends measures to help protect workers from potentially hazardous work methods, processes, or materials.
- Investigates accidents to identify causes or to determine how such accidents might be prevented in the future.
- Inspects or evaluates workplace environments, equipment, or practices to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
- Collaborates with management to institute control or remedial measures for hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions or equipment.
- Conducts safety training or education programs and demonstrate the use of safety equipment.
- Investigates the adequacy of ventilation, exhaust equipment, lighting, or other conditions that could affect employee health, comfort, or performance.
- Analyzes incident data to identify trends in injuries, illnesses, accidents, or other hazards.
- Investigates health-related complaints and inspects facilities to ensure that they comply with public health legislation and regulations.
- Collect samples of hazardous materials or arranges for sample collection.
- Develops and coordinates training programs designed to instruct employees in general safe work practices plus specific instruction with regard to hazards unique to any job assignment.
- Performs scheduled periodic inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and work practices, improve workplace operations, and control hazards
- Investigates and reduces accidents and losses in compliance with occupational safety and health regulations.
- Communicates, distributes, and enforces site specific safety procedures and applicable health and safety regulations.
- Maintains thorough knowledge of applicable Health and Safety regulations; distributes and/or posts new or revised safety standards that affect the company.
- Establishes and documents regular training programs for all employees and supervisors.
- Conducts and documents new employee safety training and orientation.
- Conducts and documents safety meetings with appropriate staff to cover all activities regarding safety of employees, company vehicles, property, and public liability exposures.
- Provides health and safety working conditions and establishes and enforces safe practices at all times by all employees.
- Encourages employees and supervisors to report all unsafe conditions immediately and schedules or coordinates repairs as soon as possible.
- Encourages employees and supervisors to report any injury that occurs on the job immediately.
- Responds to employee suggestions concerning safety matters.
- Communicates loss prevention information and program status to management on a regular basis and works through management to accomplish goals.
- Develops and maintains a proactive Return to Work Program; coordinates with appropriate staff and insurance representatives to identify and develop suitable temporary limited duty assignments for injured employees to perform during the recovery process.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Minimum of three to six years related experience.
- Commitment to excellence and high standards
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Proficient on [INSERT COMPUTER PROGRAM(S) REQUIRED FOR POSITION]
- Ability to manage priorities and workflow
- Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing

priorities with enthusiasm
- Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
- Ability to understand any and all safety requirements and cautions
- Ability to perform the physical labor necessary
- Spanish language skills a plus.

COMPETENCIES: (select 3-5 competencies)
- Analytical--Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
- Design--Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
- Problem Solving--Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
- Project Management--Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
- Technical Skills--Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
- Customer Service--Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits cus