What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Specialist position at IAP?
Essential Duties:
- Develop and implement comprehensive safety programs and policies.
- Conduct regular safety audits and inspections to identify potential hazards.
- Investigate accidents and incidents to determine causes and recommend preventive measures.
- Design and deliver safety training programs for employees at all levels.
- Maintain training records and ensure all employees receive required safety training.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and make improvements as needed.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other relevant safety regulations.
- Keep up to date with changes in safety regulations and standards.
- Prepare and submit required safety reports and documentation.
- Conduct risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate risks.
- Implement emergency response plans and conduct drills.
- Coordinate with management to develop and enforce safety policies.
- Communicate safety policies and procedures to all employees.
- Prepare and present safety reports to management.
- Serve as a point of contact for safety-related inquiries and concerns.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Valid US Driver’s License
- Obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC Badge) issued by the Department of Homeland Security
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in safety or training role.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety standards.
- Excellent communication (both written and oral) and presentation skills.
- Ability to conduct training sessions and safety audits.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- This position may require occasional travel to various job sites and Training.
- Must be able to work in both office and field environments.
Physical Working Attributes:
- Stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, and crawl.
- Work near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions.
- Work in wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold and extreme heat.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
IAP, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy); sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
