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Safety Manager
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A Safety Manager inspects work environments and procedures for health and safety concerns, and develops programs to reduce the risk of injury or illness. May specialize in a particular type of industry or in certain kind of safety and health risk, such as radiation, hazardous chemicals, or ergonomics. Works in offices, factories, or mines.
$77,219 / year median in Kentucky
+12% projected growth
Job Description
SAFETY MANAGER
Scope of Responsibilities Position Summary The Safety Manager is responsible for supporting the organization's Occupational Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Management System through the implementation, administration, monitoring, and continuous improvement of safety programs, policies, procedures, and regulatory compliance initiatives. The Safety Manager serves as a field and operational resource to management, supervisors, foremen, and employees to reduce workplace injuries, illnesses, property damage, environmental incidents, and regulatory exposure while promoting a positive safety culture. The Safety Manager reports to the Director of Safety, Corporate Safety Manager, Operations Manager, or designated executive leadership and exercises no direct authority over production operations except when imminent danger conditions exist. Essential Responsibilities 1. Regulatory Compliance Assist in ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations. Monitor compliance withOSHA 29 CFR 1926
Construction Standards. Monitor compliance withOSHA 29 CFR 1910
General Industry Standards where applicable. Stay informed of changes in regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Assist management with regulatory inspections, citations, corrective actions, and compliance documentation. Maintain current knowledge of industry consensus standards and customer requirements. Key Areas Fall Protection Excavations and Trenching Concrete and Masonry Construction Cranes and Rigging Electrical Safety Lockout/Tagout Silica Exposure Control Respiratory Protection Confined Spaces Heavy Equipment Operations Hazard Communication Industrial Construction Safety 2. Hazard Identification and Risk Management Conduct and document workplace inspections. Perform hazard assessments and risk evaluations. Participate in Pre-Task Planning (PTP) reviews. Assist supervisors with Job Hazard Analyses (JHA). Identify unsafe conditions and unsafe behaviors. Develop and track corrective and preventive actions. Verify corrective actions are implemented and effective. Escalate significant risks to management. Key Activities Site inspections Equipment inspections Material handling evaluations Work method reviews Exposure assessments Trend analysis 3. Incident Prevention and Investigation Participate in investigations of: o Injuries and illnesses o Near misses o Property damage incidents o Vehicle incidents o Environmental releases o Equipment failures Assist in determining root causes and contributing factors. Develop corrective and preventive actions. Track closure of corrective actions. Maintain investigation records and reports. Analyze incident trends and recommend improvements. 4. Safety Training and Competency Development Coordinate and conduct employee safety training programs. Verify employee qualifications and certifications. Assist supervisors in delivering task-specific training. Conduct new hire orientations. Support ongoing workforce development initiatives. Typical Training Topics OSHA Requirements Fall Protection Silica Awareness PPE Excavation Safety Equipment Operations Scaffold Safety Concrete Operations Emergency Response Hazard Communication Heat Illness Prevention 5. Occupational Health Programs Assist with occupational health initiatives. Support implementation of exposure control programs. Monitor compliance with medical surveillance requirements. Coordinate with occupational health providers as directed. Assist with industrial hygiene assessments. Program Areas Silica Exposure Respiratory Protection Hearing Conservation Heat Stress Prevention Ergonomics Substance Abuse Programs 6. Safety Management System Implementation Support the organization's safety management system consistent with:ANSI/ASSP Z10 ISO 45001
Customer Safety Requirements Corporate Safety Policies Responsibilities Include Document control Program implementation Corrective action management Performance measurement Internal audits Employee participation initiatives Continuous improvement activities 7. Field Safety Support Provide daily support to project teams and operations personnel. Activities Include Site walkthroughs Crew observations Coaching and mentoring Safety meetings Foreman support Subcontractor interaction Compliance verification The Safety Manager acts as a resource and advisor while fostering positive working relationships with field personnel. 8. Emergency Preparedness and Response Assist with emergency planning and response activities. Responsibilities Emergency action plan implementation Evacuation planning First aid and medical response coordination Incident notification procedures Emergency drills Coordination with emergency services 9. Contractor and Subcontractor Safety Oversight Monitor subcontractor compliance with project safety requirements. Participate in contractor prequalification reviews. Review subcontractor safety documentation. Conduct safety observations and inspections. Assist with corrective action enforcement. 10. Safety Metrics and Reporting Maintain and analyze safety performance data. Reporting Responsibilities Injury and illness statistics Near miss reporting Inspection metrics Training records Corrective action status Regulatory documentation Client-required reporting Performance IndicatorsTRIR DART
Rate EMR Severity Rate Near Miss Frequency Inspection Completion Rates Training Compliance Rates 11. Documentation and Recordkeeping Maintain accurate and complete safety records. Records Include Inspections Audits Training Incident investigations Exposure monitoring Corrective actions Equipment certifications Regulatory compliance documents Ensure records are maintained in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements. 12. Employee Engagement and Safety Culture Support development of a positive safety culture through: Employee involvement Safety committees Recognition programs Behavioral observations Open communication Safety feedback systems Promote employee participation in hazard identification and continuous improvement efforts. Authority The Safety Manager is authorized to: Identify and document hazards. Recommend corrective actions. Conduct inspections and audits. Stop work when an imminent danger condition exists. Recommend disciplinary action for safety violations. Require corrective measures necessary to achieve regulatory and company compliance. Minimum Competency Expectations The Safety Manager shall possess working knowledge of: OSHA Construction Standards (29 CFR 1926) OSHA General Industry Standards (29 CFR 1910) Concrete Construction Operations Industrial Construction Practices Fall Protection Systems Risk Assessment Methodologies Incident Investigation Techniques Safety Management Systems Adult Learning Principles Root Cause Analysis Industrial Hygiene Fundamentals Emergency Response Procedures Performance Expectations Success in this position is measured by: Reduction of injuries and incidents Effective hazard mitigation Regulatory compliance Quality of documentation Timely corrective action completion Employee engagement Positive project safety performance Support of operational objectives Continuous improvement of safety management systems Professional Certifications and Credentials The Safety Manager should actively pursue and maintain professional certifications that demonstrate competency in occupational health and safety management, regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and construction safety leadership. Preferred Certifications Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) The following BCSP certifications are strongly preferred and may be required based on organizational needs: ASP- Associate Safety Professional o Demonstrates foundational knowledge of safety management principles, hazard recognition, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance. o Serves as a pathway toward Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification. CHST
- Construction Health and Safety Technician o Demonstrates competency in construction safety management, field safety oversight, hazard recognition, and regulatory compliance within construction environments. SMP
- Safety Management Professional o Demonstrates expertise in safety program administration, leadership, performance measurement, employee engagement, and organizational safety management systems. CSP
- Certified Safety Professional o Recognized as the premier professional certification in occupational safety and health.