OSHA Safety Officer: 100 Duties of an OSHA Safety Officer

100 Duties of an OSHA Safety Officer:

General Responsibilities

1. Ensure workplace compliance with OSHA regulations.
2. Develop and implement safety policies and procedures.
3. Conduct risk assessments and hazard analyses.
4. Identify workplace hazards and recommend corrective actions.
5. Perform regular safety audits and inspections.
6. Investigate workplace accidents and incidents.
7. Maintain accurate safety records and documentation.
8. Conduct job safety analyses (JSAs) for various tasks.
9. Ensure emergency preparedness plans are in place.
10. Enforce proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Training & Education

11. Conduct OSHA training sessions for employees.
12. Provide safety orientation for new hires.
13. Organize toolbox talks and safety meetings.
14. Train workers on hazard communication (HazCom).
15. Educate employees on lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
16. Teach proper lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
17. Train workers on confined space entry requirements.
18. Ensure fire safety training is conducted regularly.
19. Develop and distribute safety training materials.
20. Stay updated with OSHA regulation changes and updates.

Compliance & Regulations

21. Ensure adherence to OSHA standards in the workplace.
22. Conduct internal audits to assess compliance.
23. Prepare the company for OSHA inspections.
24. Correct safety violations before OSHA inspections.
25. Keep management informed about compliance issues.
26. Implement corrective actions for OSHA citations.
27. Enforce workplace safety rules and disciplinary measures.
28. Review and interpret OSHA safety guidelines.
29. Assist with legal compliance and regulatory reporting.
30. Communicate safety updates to employees and management.

Hazard Control & Prevention

31. Develop hazard prevention programs.
32. Ensure proper machine guarding is in place.
33. Monitor exposure to hazardous chemicals and substances.
34. Assess and control noise levels in the workplace.
35. Implement ergonomic safety measures.
36. Conduct air quality monitoring.
37. Ensure fire extinguishers and emergency exits are accessible.
38. Develop procedures for handling hazardous waste.
39. Implement fall protection programs.
40. Ensure safe use of ladders and scaffolding.

Incident Management

41. Investigate workplace accidents and determine root causes.
42. Prepare incident reports and recommend corrective actions.
43. Analyze accident trends and implement preventive measures.
44. Maintain accident and injury logs.
45. Work with insurance companies on workers’ compensation claims.
46. Review near-miss incidents to prevent future accidents.
47. Conduct post-incident debriefings with employees.
48. Assist in developing emergency response protocols.
49. Coordinate with first responders in case of emergencies.
50. Ensure proper documentation of injuries and illnesses.

Safety Equipment & PPE

51. Ensure availability of safety equipment.
52. Inspect and maintain PPE regularly.
53. Train employees on proper PPE usage.
54. Verify compliance with respiratory protection programs.
55. Ensure safety harnesses and fall arrest systems are used correctly.
56. Monitor use of gloves, helmets, and other protective gear.
57. Implement hearing conservation programs.
58. Oversee eye protection measures.
59. Maintain first aid kits and emergency supplies.
60. Ensure correct storage of flammable materials.

Workplace Safety Culture

61. Promote a culture of safety in the workplace.
62. Encourage employees to report hazards.
63. Recognize and reward safe behavior.
64. Address worker safety concerns promptly.
65. Conduct safety drills and simulations.
66. Organize safety awareness campaigns.
67. Improve employee engagement in safety programs.
68. Implement behavior-based safety (BBS) programs.
69. Conduct surveys to assess workplace safety perceptions.
70. Foster teamwork in achieving safety goals.

Construction & Industrial Safety

71. Ensure compliance with OSHA construction standards.
72. Oversee trenching and excavation safety measures.
73. Monitor crane and heavy equipment operations.
74. Ensure scaffolding safety and proper setup.
75. Verify compliance with electrical safety standards.
76. Monitor hot work activities and fire watch programs.
77. Enforce proper material handling and storage procedures.
78. Ensure proper ventilation in enclosed work areas.
79. Oversee safety measures for demolition projects.
80. Monitor welding and cutting operations for hazards.

Recordkeeping & Reporting

81. Maintain OSHA 300 log for recordable injuries and illnesses.
82. Ensure proper documentation of safety training.
83. Keep records of safety inspections and audits.
84. Submit reports to regulatory authorities as required.
85. Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) records.
86. Document risk assessments and control measures.
87. Keep logs of PPE issuance and usage.
88. Update workplace safety policies regularly.
89. Track safety performance metrics.
90. Prepare reports for management on safety progress.

Emergency Preparedness

91. Develop emergency evacuation procedures.
92. Conduct fire drills and emergency response exercises.
93. Coordinate with local emergency services.
94. Ensure proper placement of emergency signage.
95. Establish communication protocols during emergencies.
96. Train employees in first aid and CPR.
97. Develop disaster response and recovery plans.
98. Monitor workplace security and access control measures.
99. Ensure availability of emergency eyewash stations and showers.
100. Continuously improve emergency preparedness plans.