Safety Coordinator

About the role

A Safety Coordinator establishes and oversees the health and safety processes for the organization. They consider industry regulations and specific workplace risks to ensure normal work activities are handled safely. The role involves training employees in safety protocols, enforcing compliance, and responding to workplace accidents by creating reports and determining preventive measures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and enforces employee health and safety programs and promotes safety awareness to minimize work-related injuries.
• Comprehends federal, state, and local safety regulations and ensures company compliance with Occupational Safety and Health (OHS) guidelines.
• Drafts and updates safety training materials and trains staff on safety protocols and preventative measures.
• Runs risk assessments on workspaces and presents reports to safety managers.
• Assists with the implementation of new safety procedures.
• Performs root cause analysis on accidents and work hazards and proposes corrective actions.

Requirements

• Completion of OSHA's Safety and Health Fundamentals Certificate Program is preferred.
• Two years' experience specifically related to managing the organization's risk factors and safety procedures.
• Understanding of OSHA guidelines and other state and local safety regulations.
• Familiarity with the tools, machines, and equipment used in the workplace.

Skills

• Critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to teach others the established safety standards.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy skills and comfort with various types of technology used in the industry.