Description
Advise organizations on workplace and product safety by assessing risks, interpreting regulations, and designing practical controls, training, and programs to prevent injuries, illnesses, and losses.
- • Investigate incidents, injuries, and occupational illnesses to identify root causes and preventive actions.
- • Develop and implement client safety policies, procedures, and management systems.
- • Interpret OSHA, NFPA, ANSI, and related regulations for clients and recommend compliance strategies.
- • Design and deliver worker training on regulations, hazard recognition, and safe work practices.
- • Review equipment, process, and facility designs for inherent safety and compliance before installation or change.
- • Recommend engineering, administrative, and PPE controls to eliminate or reduce hazards.
- • Evaluate the adequacy of corrective and preventive actions and verify closure.
- • Prepare clear reports and presentations on audit findings, investigations, and testing results.
- • Plan and coordinate industrial hygiene evaluations for air, noise, heat, and radiation exposures.
- • Compile and analyze safety performance data and trends to guide risk reduction.
- • Assist with risk assessments such as PHA, HAZOP, and MOC reviews.
- • Advise on chemical management, SDS, and Hazard Communication/GHS compliance.
- • Inspect facilities, machinery, and safety equipment to verify compliance and functionality.
- • Provide expert testimony or litigation support when required.
- • Participate in setting internal client standards and specifications for safety performance.
- • Conduct site audits and hazard assessments across client operations.
- • Advise on product safety, warnings, and misuse risks, including labeling and instructions.
- • Facilitate safety committee meetings and culture-improvement initiatives.
- • Provide technical guidance to leadership and frontline staff on health and safety issues.
- • Conduct job hazard analyses and ergonomic assessments.
- • Support clients during regulatory inspections and third-party audits.
- • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of laws, standards, and industry best practices.
- • Liaise with fire departments, emergency responders, and insurers to improve preparedness.
- • Develop and test emergency response and business continuity plans.
- • Review contractor and supplier safety programs and prequalification.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
