Safety Manager JOB DESCRIPTION GUIDE

Safety Manager Salary Guide

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Safety Manager Core Duties and Qualifications

Safety Manager is a professional in the construction field to develop and implement safety procedures to prevent hazards that endanger employees and subcontractors at construction locations. The role include threat assessment, safety training participants, and coordination and everyday inspections for local and federal safety guidelines.

The safety manager is very important in keeping people from getting hurt, cutting down on risks, and maintaining a culture of safety, working in the closest cooperation with project teams to make sure that the risks are identified and minimized at all stages of the project.

Desired Profile For A Safety Manager

Roles and Duties

Safety managers collaborate with cross functional teams members like architect, engineers and site supervisors on a project to ensure safety for workers while fulfilling the below outlined duties and responsibilities:
  • Establish and implement a code of conduct relevant to the protection of the construction site for workers.
  • Carry out site inspections for the detection of hazards.
  • Organize and conduct actions for personal protection for the company’s employees.
  • Report accidents, identify issues, and take corrective measures.
  • Be informed about OSHA and local safety ordinances.
  • Coordinate and supervise responses to emergencies.
  • Record and evaluate safety indicators, and use them to track accident frequency.
  • Ensure the availability of safety equipment for use.
  • Create an environment of security and alertness to safety issues.

Qualifications And Certifications

Following are the outlined educational qualification and additional certification for a safety manager:
  • Required bachelor’s degree or equivalent in:
    • Environmental health
    • Safety management
    • Occupational health and safety
  • Master’s degree in safety management or a related field.
  • Professional certifications such as OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) certification, Certified Safety Professional (CSP), CMIOSH, and others are suggested.

Skills And Expertise

Following skills set are the common requirement for an individual:

  • 4-8 years of professional experience in safety management, occupational health, or related roles.
  • Proficiency in safety software like OSHA, SafetySync, etc.
  • Knowledge of safety regulations.
  • Risk assessment ability.
  • Problem-solving abilities and leadership skills.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Attention to detail.

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