What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety and Health Intern position at HOLLAND BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS?
Reports to: Safety Specialist
Job Summary: This position will support the Holland Board of Public Works (HBPW) Safety Program.
Essential Duties/ Projects
- Assist in conducting industrial hygiene monitoring data (noise, heat, EMF).
- Participate in walkthroughs and audits at various worksite locations.
- Assist with the creation of a safety newsletter.
- Create and distribute annual metric reviews (injuries, incidents, near-misses, etc.)
- Participate in procedure reviews and assist in making changes.
- Assist with implementation of ergonomic program.
- Participate in Central Safety Team meetings and on incident investigations.
- Encourage participation in national safety awareness programs.
- Review and update Personal Protective Equipment assessments.
- Continue EARfit studies and implement a training program.
- Review and update chemical inventories through collaboration with department management.
- Compile data to identify trends to address
- Perform all other tasks as assigned.
Essential Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Occupational Safety and Health, Safety Management, Industrial Hygiene, or a closely related field.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent analytical skills.
- Ability to work in a self-directed or team environment.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Excellent computer and Microsoft Office skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant internship/work/research experience a plus
- Junior or Senior status preferred
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to perform the essential duties of the job.
- Ability to climb stairs and ladders for safety walk downs and investigations.
- Normal office environment with minimum discomfort due to noise, dirt and dust.
- Work includes occasional exposure to adverse weather conditions, fumes, odors, noise, dust, dirt etc.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties assigned to or required of this position.
