Safety Assistant

Job Description Description: Description: The Safety Assistant will assist in safety and risk associated with business and company operations, build the safety culture of the facility to achieve a zero-injury workplace, ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, county and local safety related regulations.

In a proactive manner, plans, monitors and implements the company's safety programs to ensure a safe, healthy, and injury/accident-free work environment.

Will provide first aid/CPR in emergencies and monitoring the condition of ill workers until medical help arrives.

Work with Safety Coordinator/EHS Manager to observe work areas for unsafe conditions and take appropriate action to correct the issue.

Maintain a safe work environment by following safety procedures, rules, and regulations.

Assist with hazard identification and risk assessments.

Assist with safety audits and inspections.

Assist with maintaining accurate records of safety activities.

Prepare reports on safety metrics and trends.

Assist with educating employees about safety rules and regulations, equipment usage, and accident prevention techniques.

Assist with preparing workers for emergencies including fire drills and evacuation simulations.

Assist with maintaining records of accidents, injuries, and near misses to help prevent future incidents.

Assist Safety Coordinator/EHS Manager in safety procedures and performing routine inspections to ensure compliance for new hires.

Communicate with supervisors to ensure they are following safety rules in their area.

Initiates, documents, and monitors corrective actions for adherence to safety systems.

Must have great communication skills to clearly convey information and instructions to others, pay attention to detail, possess problem solving and time management skills.

The Safety assistant will have the ability to assist with training and overseeing that employees meet the competency level in the following areas: forklift handling, overhead crane operations with capacities up to 100T, aerial and scissor lift operations, and telehandler operations.

Duties may also include, but are not limited to, the following: Under the direction of the Health, Safety, Environmental (EHS) Manager, Safety Coordinator and Hazmat Technician, will cross-train and learn the hazmat technician duties and adhere to all applicable requirements of the installations Hazardous Material/Waste Management Plan.

Will assist in handling hazardous or toxic materials in a safe manner to minimize safety hazard, prevent spills, and reduce/eliminate Hazardous Waste generation.

Has knowledge of standard practices and procedures within a particular field.

Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Performs a variety of tasks.

A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.

Requirements: Education: May require a high school diploma with at minimum 2 years of experience in the field or in a related area.

PHYSICAL TASKS FREQUENCY Sitting Occasional Walking Frequent Bending Frequent Squatting/Stooping Frequent Crawling Occasional Climbing/Heights Occasional Kneeling Frequent Twisting Occasional Standing Frequent Reaching Above Shoulder Frequent Hand Dexterity/Tool Usage Frequent Operation of Motor Vehicle/Forklift/Crane Frequent/Especially Forklift Work Around Non-Contained Machinery Occasional Work in Tight/Confined Spaces Frequent (may also require some type of respirator) Physical Activity Constant Length of Workday 8 or 10 hours plus OT when required.

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS: _X_ 50 pounds PUSHING/PULLING REQUIREMENTS: _X 50 pounds w/ assist SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: Hard hat, in required areas, safety shoes and safety glasses Working conditions: Work may be performed indoors/outdoors.

While working outdoors the employee may be exposed to all kinds of weather conditions including rain, snow, heat, and cold.

Indoors the employee may be exposed to drafts, noise, and dust.

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