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Human Resources > Health and Safety Manager

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Short Description:

A Health and Safety Manager is a professional responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing health and safety programs within an organization. They play a critical role in promoting a safe and healthy work environment, ensuring compliance with regulations, and reducing the risk of accidents and injuries. Health and Safety Managers collaborate with management, employees, and regulatory bodies to create and maintain a culture of safety.

Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement health and safety policies and procedures.
  • Conduct risk assessments and inspections to identify workplace hazards.
  • Advise and assist management in ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Design and deliver training programs on safety protocols and procedures.
  • Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, and implement corrective actions.
  • Maintain and update safety records, reports, and documentation.
  • Collaborate with government agencies and industry organizations to stay informed on regulations.
  • Lead emergency response planning and drills.
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of health and safety programs.
  • Communicate safety initiatives and expectations to employees and management.

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 management.
  • Safety Regulations: Knowledge of local, state, and federal health and safety regulations.
  • Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Problem-Solving: Analytical and problem-solving abilities for identifying and addressing hazards.
  • Presentation: Ability to develop and deliver effective safety training programs.
  • Detail-Oriented: Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
  • Leadership: Leadership and team management skills.
  • Certifications: Certification in health and safety (e.g., CSP, CIH) 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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