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Human Resources > Health and Safety Advisor

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Short Description:

A Health and Safety Advisor is a professional who specializes in advising and implementing health and safety policies within an organization. They play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with safety regulations, identifying and mitigating workplace hazards, and fostering a culture of safety among employees. Health and Safety Advisors collaborate with management and employees to promote a secure work environment.

Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Conduct regular inspections and risk assessments to identify potential hazards.
  • Advise management on health and safety regulations and best practices.
  • Develop and implement health and safety policies and procedures.
  • Provide training to employees on safety protocols and emergency procedures.
  • Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses and recommend corrective actions.
  • Monitor and report on the effectiveness of health and safety programs.
  • Collaborate with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with standards.
  • Participate in the development of emergency response plans and drills.
  • Assist in the creation and delivery of safety awareness campaigns.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and safety regulations.

Skills / Requirements / Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, or a related field.
  • Experience: Proven experience in health and safety advisory roles.
  • Safety Regulations: Knowledge of local, state, and federal health and safety regulations.
  • Communiation: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Problem-Solving: Analytical and problem-solving abilities for hazard identification and assessment.
  • Presentation: Training and presentation skills for conducting safety awareness programs.
  • Detail-Oriented: Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
  • Certifications: Certification in health and safety (e.g., NEBOSH, OSHA) is often preferred.
  • Continuous Learning: Continuous learning and staying updated on industry best practices.

Job Zones

  • Title: Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
  • Education: Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not. 
  • Related Experience: A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. 
  • Job Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
  • Job Zone Examples: Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. 
  • Specific Vocational Preparation in years: 2-4 years preparation (7.0 to < 8.0)

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