SAFETY COORDINATOR

A safety coordinator

monitors and enforces workplace safety policies, inspects work sites, and trains staff to prevent accidents and ensure legal compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Inspections: Check work areas daily or weekly to find hazards and unsafe behaviors.
• Ensure Compliance: Follow local workplace safety and health laws and rules.
• Investigate Incidents: Review accidents or near-misses, find the root causes, and write reports.
• Train Employees: Run safety orientation, tool-box talks, and emergency drills.
• Manage Records: Keep files of safety audits, training records, and injury logs.
• Act as Liaison: Connect workers and management on daily safety matters.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Knowledge of Rules: Understanding of local safety acts and guidelines.
• Communication: Clear verbal and written skills to teach and report.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to spot small hazards before they cause harm.