| Safety Director |
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| Also referred to as: Director of Safety, Safety Director |
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| Requirements and Responsibilities |
| Directs, develops, and oversees the general health and safety policies and procedures of the organization. Ensures the workplace is in compliance with OSHA and other state, local, or industry specific regulations and that periodic safety audits are conducted. Provides programs that ensure a safe workplace including safety orientations, skill training, emergency preparedness, proper job instruction, hazardous material disposal procedures, and the use of protective equipment. Develops a systemic process to collect data and analyze the causes of accidents and generate required reporting. Implements initiatives to reduce and prevent accidents, occupational illnesses, and exposure to long-term health hazards. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. Manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. Typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. |
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| Similar Jobs: Environmental, Health and Safety Director, Safety Representative II, Safety Representative IV, Safety Representative III, Safety Representative I, Safety Manager, Food Safety Manager, Health and Safety Manager, Env., Health, and Safety Engineering Supervisor |
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| Level of Education: Safety Director Salaries with an Associate's Degree, Safety Director Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Safety Director Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Safety Director Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent |
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| Industries: Aerospace & Defense, Biotechnology, Business Services, Chemicals, Construction, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Healthcare, Hospitality & Leisure, Insurance, Internet, Media, MFG Durable, MFG Nondurable, Pharmaceuticals, Retail & Wholesale, Software & Networking, Telecom, Transportation | |
