Safety Officer

Role & responsibilities

Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification

• Conduct regular inspections of machinery, furnaces, cranes, and other equipment.
• Identify risks related to high temperatures, molten metal, heavy lifting, confined spaces, and chemical exposure.
• Use tools like Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Safety Observation Reports (SOR).

Safety Policy Development

• Draft and implement site-specific safety policies aligned with OSHA, ISO 45001, and the Factories Act.
• Develop SOPs for hazardous operations like hot work, working at height, and handling chemicals.

Training & Awareness

• Conduct safety inductions for new employees.
• Organize toolbox talks, fire drills, and emergency response training.
• Promote proper use of PPE (helmets, gloves, face shields, etc.).

Incident Investigation

• Investigate accidents, near-misses, and unsafe acts.
• Perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain detailed incident records and reports.

Emergency Preparedness

• Develop and test emergency response plans for fire, explosion, gas leaks, and structural collapse.
• Coordinate with external emergency services and medical teams.

Compliance Monitoring

• Ensure adherence to permit-to-work systems, lockout/tagout procedures, and confined space entry protocols.
• Conduct internal audits and inspections.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies during inspections.

Promoting Safety Culture

• Encourage reporting of unsafe conditions.
• Recognize and reward safe behavior.
• Foster teamwork and proactive safety participation.

Education Qualification

B.E./B.Tech. or Diploma with ADIS/PDIS from Recognized State Board