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Health and Safety Officer

Health and Safety Officer

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Category: Scientific / QA

Requirements: Suitable qualification in Safety Management. An advanced diploma in Safety Management will be advantageous. Minimum five years work experience in Health and Safety. Registration as a Health and Safety Officer is essential. In depth knowledge of legislation (e.g. OSHA/EPA) and procedures. Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices. Experience in writing reports and policies for Health and Safety. Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistic. Proficient in MS Office. Working knowledge of safety management information systems is a plus. Responsibilities, but not limited to: Support the development of OHS policies and programs. Advise and instruct on various safety-related topics (noise levels, use of machinery etc.) Conduct risk assessment and enforce preventative measures. Write and implement policies and SOP where necessary. Review existing policies and measures and update according to legislation. Initiate and organize OHS training of employees and executives. Inspect premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity (e.g., not using protective equipment). Oversee installations, maintenance, disposal of substances etc. Stop any unsafe acts or processes that seem dangerous or unhealthy. Record and investigate incidents to determine causes and handle workers compensation claims. Prepare reports on occurrences and provide statistical information to upper management. Evacuation plans and emergency drills. Implementation and Management of Health and Safety systems. Meet targets. Assist with all day-to-day health and safety activities. Provide risk assessment, audit review, monitoring & managing health and safety. Provide investigating reports for all incidents and accidents within 12 hours and must include corrective measures and the way forward. Identify any shortfalls in and/or potential improvements to policy and process, assess effectiveness of current policies and processes and recommend and help implement required changes. Maintain and improve mechanisms for risk assessment and disseminate feedback as appropriate. Train and appraise individual team members to ensure targets are met. Provide monthly reports to Management. Maintain accurate records. Control expenses to meet agreed budgetary controls. Kindly be advised that should you not receive a response within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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