Safety Officer in an Engineering Company

Lash Technologies - Our client, an Engineering Company is looking to recruit suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Safety Officer

Location: Ibeju - Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Contract

Responsibilities

Inspects the site to ensure it is a hazard-free environment.
Conducts toolbox meetings
Is part of the project safety council and leads all efforts to enhance safety
The safety officer reviews and approves all subcontractors safety plans
Verifies that injury logs and reports are completed and submitted to related government agencies
Verifies that all tools and equipment are adequate and safe for use.
Promotes safe practices at the job site.
Performs emergency response drills.
Watches out for the safety of all workers and works to protect them from entering hazardous situations.
Responds to employees safety concerns.
Coordinates registration and removal of hazardous waste.
Serves as the link between state and local agencies and contractors.
Receives reports from and responds to orders issued by Department of Laborinspectors.
Enforces safety guidelines.
Trains and carries out drills and exercises on how to manage emergency situations.
Conducts investigations of all accidents and near-misses.
Reports to concerned authorities as requested or mandated by regulations.
Conducts job hazard analyses.
Establishes safety standards and policies as needed.