Description

Our client in Oakdale is seeking a Safety Coordinator.

Job Summary:

The Safety Coordinator monitors workplace activities to promote and ensure employee compliance with applicable safety regulations. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our employees, visitors, and the environment within our tree nursery operations.

You will be responsible for :

-implementing, monitoring, and enforcing safety policies and procedures to prevent accidents, injuries, and environmental incidents.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Duties/ Responsibilities:

-Identifies opportunities to minimize workplace injuries, accidents, and health problems.

-Manage employee training on applicable safety standards.

-Reviews safety training and recommends revisions, improvements, and updates.

-Inspects safety equipment; recommends replacements.

-Reviews accidents and incidents reported by employees and visitors to the facility.

-Conduct regular safety inspections and audits of facilities, equipment, and work processes to identify hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards.

-Collaborate with management and department heads to identify safety training needs and develop training programs to promote safe work practices and procedures.

-Provide safety orientation and training to new employees and contractors, and conduct ongoing safety training sessions for existing staff.

-Investigate accidents, near misses, and safety incidents to determine root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence

-Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, training activities, incident reports, and regulatory compliance documentation.

-Serve as the primary point of contact for safety-related inquiries, concerns, and issues, and provide guidance and support to employees and management.

-Stay informed about emerging safety trends, regulations, and best practices in the nursery industry, and make recommendations for continuous improvement.

-Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

-Knowledge of safety regulations and standards applicable to nursery operations.

-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with employees at all levels of the organization.

-Proven ability to assist in developing, implement, and manage safety programs and initiatives.

-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate incidents and develop appropriate corrective actions.

-Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite software

Experience:

-One year of related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to travel throughout facility to conduct safety inspections.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

-Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

For immediate consideration call 209-5540521

Requirements Workers Compensation, IIPP, OSHA, Osha Safety, Safety Audits, Safety Inspections, Analytical Skills, Documentation

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