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A Safety specialist in the construction industry is responsible for implementing and enforcing health and safety guidelines to ensure a safe working environment. They conduct regular site inspections, ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, investigate accidents and incidents, develop safety training programs, and educate staff on safety protocols. They also liaise with regulatory bodies and maintain records of safety-related incidents and inspections. They play a crucial role in preventing workplace accidents and creating a culture of safety consciousness within the organization.
Important skills for a Safety specialist include strong knowledge of safety regulations and standards, excellent communication and training skills, and keen attention to detail. They should also have strong problem-solving abilities and leadership skills. It's essential for a Safety to have certifications like Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST). Prior to becoming a Safety, a person may have roles such as a Safety Coordinator, Safety Officer, or even a Construction Supervisor with a focus on safety management.

- Super Excavators, Inc.
- Menomonee Falls, WI
- 9 days ago
- Super Excavators, Inc.
- Menomonee Falls, WI
- 9 days ago
Safety Manager Super Excavators, Inc. has an immediate opening for a Construction Safety Manager....

issues related to construction safety Collaborate with construction management and engineering teams Provide expertise in areas such as architectural design, HVAC, and electrical systems Manage safety...
Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations, identifying hazards and implementing corrective actions....
Conducting health and safety auditing; requires an understanding of federal OSHA and EPA regulations and how they are applied to data center construction....
Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements is preferred #LI-EA1 Working Conditions Fast-paced office environment; Must be able to interact professionally with all levels...
Manage programs to verify, validate the Food Safety Prerequisite programs. Manage the plant Food Safety Plan and associated policies and procedures. Serve as Food Safety Team Member....
We are looking for a Compliance & Safety Administrator (m/f/d) to join our team in Darmstadt. The position is initially limited to one year....
Oversee all aspects of a commercial construction project ensuring OSHA compliance Conduct daily safety meetings Complete accident reports and conduct accident investigations Daily safety audits and...
Oversee all aspects of a commercial construction project ensuring OSHA compliance Conduct daily safety meetings Complete accident reports and conduct accident investigations Daily safety audits and...
Identification of health & safety hazards and controls to mitigate risks....
Performs other duties as assigned or as may be necessary Directs and participates in safety audits of operations to reduce occupation safety risk factors and ensure compliance with Webcor safety directives...
Perform and coordinate safety assessments of departments and areas to ensure compliance with applicable safety health and safety regulations....
Prior, asset protection, safety, and/or inventory control experience preferred....
Environmental, Health & Safety Manager (Onsite)
- Charlottesville, VA
- 14 hours ago
- Charlottesville, VA
- 14 hours ago
Lead the site EH&S Council Oversight for all applicable federal, state, and local regulations as well as company policies and procedures (Applicable safety programs include LOTO, electrical safety,...
Coordinate and maintain an internal safety program, including safety committees and regular safety meetings. Report EHS performance metrics to site management and Corporate EHS for review....
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The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Safety position
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- OSHA Compliance
- Industrial Hygiene
- Workers' Compensation
- Incident Investigation
- Accident Investigation
- Emergency Response
- Environmental Health & Safety
- Occupational Safety and Health
- Injury Management
- CPR First Aid
- Ergonomics
- Hazard Identification
- Certified Safety Professional
- New Hire Orientation
- Commercial Construction
- Fall Protection
- Health Safety and Environment
- Construction Safety
- Excavation
- Safety Auditing
- Safety Compliance
- HAZWOPER
- Lockout-Tagout
- Safety Training
- Health and Safety
- Safety Management
- Inspections
- Root Cause Analysis
- First Aid
- Engineering
- Implementation
- Driving
- Investigation
- Auditing
- Documentation
- Employee Development
- Collaboration
- Reporting
- Coaching
- Regulations
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Policy Development
- Problem Solving
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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