Safety Specialist Job Description
The following is a full job description for Safety Specialist. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Safety Specialist along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Safety Specialist is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Safety Representative IV, Patient Safety Specialist, Security Specialist, Safety Representative III, Safety Representative I, Safety Representative II, Safety Director, Food Safety Manager, Drug Safety/Medical Information Specialist IV
Requirements and Responsibilities For Safety Specialist
Implements, manages and monitors safety programs, policies, and procedures that meet OSHA and other applicable requirements. Evaluates the organization's procedures, facilities and equipment by conducting inspections to identify unsafe conditions and to implement safeguards and solutions. Ensures the organization complies with all current safety regulations and that all employees are aware of safety requirements and are prepared to follow safety procedures. Collects data and reports on all safety and accident events. May have additional responsibility for fire prevention, hazardous waste management, resource conservation, or other safety related activities depending on the industry and location. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience.
 
Also referred to as: Workplace Safety Compliance Specialist
Similar Jobs:  Safety Representative IV, Patient Safety Specialist, Security Specialist, Safety Representative III, Safety Representative I, Safety Representative II, Safety Director, Food Safety Manager, Drug Safety/Medical Information Specialist IV
Level of Education:  Safety Specialist Salaries with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate, Safety Specialist Salaries with an Associate's Degree, Safety Specialist Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Safety Specialist Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Safety Specialist Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent
Industries:  Aerospace & Defense, Biotechnology, Business Services, Chemicals, Construction, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Healthcare, Hospitality & Leisure, Insurance, Internet, Media, MFG Durable, MFG Nondurable, Pharmaceuticals, Retail & Wholesale, Software & Networking, Telecom, Transportation
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