Construction Safety Officer

Work site environment

• Outdoors

Work setting

• Various locations
• General office

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Provide information/training to employers, employees and general public
• Plan, design, develop, implement, and evaluate safety programs
• Inspect to ensure that safe working conditions are maintained

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Certification by a provincial or territorial association
• First Aid Certificate
• Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) Certificate
• National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) program

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Own transportation
• Willing to travel regularly
• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Own tools/equipment

• Safety equipment/gear
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Values and ethics