Construction Safety Officer

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY:

The Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) is responsible for developing, implementing, and administering all aspects of the Project Safety and Health Program for construction projects performed under contracts with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). The SSHO serves as the contractor's on-site safety representative and has the authority to enforce all safety requirements, stop unsafe work, and ensure full compliance with EM 385-1-1, OSHA regulations, project specifications, and company safety policies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to:

• Develop, implement, and maintain the project Accident Prevention Plan (APP).
• Ensure compliance with USACE EM 385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirements Manual.
• Administer all OSHA, federal, state, local, and company safety requirements.
• Maintain all required safety documentation and project safety files.
• Update safety plans as project conditions change.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with all safety requirements.

Daily Field Safety:

• Conduct daily job-site safety inspections.
• Identify unsafe conditions and initiate corrective actions.
• Possess full authority to stop work whenever imminent danger exists.
• Verify proper housekeeping throughout the project.
• Monitor all work activities for compliance with approved Activity Hazard Analyses
• Ensure all employees utilize proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  
  
  

Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs):

• Develop and review AHAs for all definable features of work.
• Conduct pre-task planning meetings.
• Ensure employees understand hazards and mitigation measures.
• Revise AHAs whenever work methods change.
• Safety Meetings & Training
• Conduct New Employee Safety Orientation
• Lead Weekly toolbox safety meetings
• Conduct daily pre-task safety briefings
• Coordinates specialized safety training including:

• Fall Protection
• Excavation & Trenching
• Confined space
• Lockout/Tagout
• Electrical Safety 
• Equipment Operations
• Heat Stress Awareness
• Crane safety
• Fire Prevention

Incident Investigation:

• Investigate all accidents, injuries, property damage, and near misses
• Prepare written reports
• Conduct root cause analyses
• Develop corrective action plans
• Submit required reports to USACE and company management

Maintain accurate records including:

• Daily Safety Reports
• Inspection Reports
• Training Records
• Equipment Inspection Logs
• Crane Documentation
• Excavation Inspections
• Fall Protection Inspections
• Confined Space Permits
• Hot Work Permits
• Incident Reports
• OSHA Logs (as required)
• Safety Deficiency Logs
• Corrective Action Tracking

Verify safe operation and inspection of:

• Cranes
• Forklifts
• Excavators
• Aerial Lifts
• Scaffolding
• Trenching Systems
• Ladders
• Hand and Power Tools

Monitor:

• Dust Control
• Silica Exposure
• Noise Exposure
• Heat Illness Prevention
• Cold Weather Safety
• Hazardous Material Handling
• Stormwater Protection
• Waste Disposal

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Minimum 5 years of construction safety experience.
• Minimum 3 years serving as SSHO on USACE or federal construction projects (preferred).
• Thorough knowledge of EM 385-1-1.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating with project leadership.

Physical Requirements

• Construction Health & Safety Technician (CHST)
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
• OSHA 500
• OSHA 510
• Fall Protection Competent Person
• Competent Excavation Person
• Confined Space Competent Person
• Crane Safety Training

Required prior to project assignment:

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
• Competent Person Training (as applicable)
• EM 385-1-1 knowledge and experience
  
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described are here representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

This position requires the use of arms, legs, and moving the body for climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, crouching, kneeling and handling of materials.

• Walk uneven terrain for extended periods.
• Climb ladders and scaffolding.
• Access elevated work areas.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work in adverse weather conditions.
• Wear required PPE throughout the workday.

• Face-to-face / in person: High level of interaction with employees and vendors. 
• Telephone interaction: Minimal interaction with employees and vendors.