Safety & Compliance Leader Job Florence area,Kentucky USA,Management

MANAGER OF SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

Under the direction of the Operations Manager, develops and directs the risk management programs for the Cooperative which would prevent or minimize injuries, illnesses, and health risks for employees. Plans safety, security and loss control measures that will protect the Cooperative’s physical plant, property, and personnel. Plans programs and training to educate employees on accident prevention, safety procedures, and loss control.

Coordinates and participates in site inspection of line crews, field personnel, and office personnel to assure compliance with safe working procedures. Provides information to consumers and the general public concerning electrical safety and other safety matters, and environmental issues. Manages regulatory compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and other agencies as necessary. Participates in developing budgets, work plans, policies, and operating procedures.

Serves as facilitator of the safety committee and participates in an on-call supervisory rotation for after-hour calls.

OBJECTIVE(S)

To plan programs and training to educate employees on accident prevention, safety procedures, and loss control. To provide information to consumers and the general public concerning electrical safety and other safety matters, and environmental issues.
To manage regulatory compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and other agencies as necessary.
Support and incorporate the Cooperative’s Mission, Vision and Values in professional behavior and decisions.
Comply with all Cooperative policies, procedures, goals and objectives and meet attendance and punctuality guidelines.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to:

Operations Manager
Directs:
None

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITIES Employee Training

Plans safety training meetings at regular/frequent intervals making best use of OREC Job Training and Safety instructors and other available resource people and training material.
Conducts orientation training for all new employees in safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Sees that required safety training is completed.
Organizes and schedules training programs for CPR, first aid, hazard communication and all other required trainings to meet or exceed requirements by regulatory agencies.

Accident and Loss Prevention

Coordinates site inspection of line crews, field personnel, and office personnel to assure compliance with safe working procedures,
Inspects warehouses, offices, storage yards and substations to determine that they are maintained in a safe and orderly manner.
When unsafe acts or conditions are observed, makes recommendations for prevention of future occurrences and provides follow-up and feedback.
Monitors existing safety policies, programs, and procedures for adherence to safety requirements and makes recommendations for changes or additional training and equipment.
Responsible for the Emergency Action Plan and Crisis/Disaster Recovery Plan.
Maintains and updates the employee Safety Manual and safety and compliance operating procedures.
Responsible for hazardous waste management. Stays informed of EPA and other agency rules and laws and sees that Cooperative procedures and records are up to date.
Prepares monthly safety activity and status report to be included in the monthly Operations Manager departmental report to the General Manager/CEO and the Board of Directors.
Active participant in Ohio’s Electric Cooperative (OEC) Safety Association. Work with OEC Safety and Loss Control staff to schedule safety meetings, COLT Onsite Lineworker Development (COLD) visits and training courses. Serves as a point person for Rural Electric Safety Achievement Program (RESAP) and responsible for the development of Safety Improvement Plans.
Work to enhance overall safety culture in such a manner that all employees are involved and motivated to adopt the behaviors that enable personnel to want to work safely and efficiently. Plan and facilitate safety committee meetings.
Implement programs and procedures to improve the cooperative’s incident rate, DART and vehicle rates.
Ensure paperwork and reporting requirements are completed in a timely and accurate manner.
Maintain positive business…