Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of an Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Ensure adherence to all relevant legal rules and regulations
  • Educate and oversee employees on health and safety procedures and regulations
  • Monitor personnel and workspace
  • Always ensure the company is prepared to submit all the relevant health and safety documents 
  • Report to Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) and other relevant organizations
  • Keep abreast of industry and market trends and best practices
  • Collaborate and build long-term relationships with key stakeholders such as legislators and politicians
  • Encourage and promote the use of safer work equipment, materials and supplies 
  • Track the number of incidents and produce reports
  • Monitor exposure to certain hazardous chemicals

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.