What would you do if you get your job as a hse officer?

Safety officers are appointed by Heads of academic/administrative units and are their delegated authority and responsible for:

• provide advice, information and instruction on local OHS issues
• assist in the application of OHS procedures
• help manage risks and hazards in their area
• report and investigate incidents, injuries and hazards and implement agreed control measures
• liaise with their Head of academic/administrative unit, OH&S and other safety personnel
• develop injury and incident prevention strategies for their area
• monitor local area compliance with OHS policy and procedures
• audit local area OHS compliance with regard to risk, emergency and hazardous waste management
• help promote OHS awareness.