Health & Safety Technician

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TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.

TRC's professionals work with a broad range of commercial, industrial and government clients and the communities they serve. We deliver breakthrough solutions that address local needs -- so our clients can better succeed in an ever-changing world.

Working at TRC means tackling interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

Program Overview – Safety Focus

The Critical Observer plays a key role in ensuring the safety and well-being of all crew members from the start to the end of each shift. Their primary mission is to identify hazards, reinforce safe work practices, and foster a culture where safety is a top priority.

Key responsibilities include:

• Continuous Safety Oversight: The Critical Observer arrives with the crew at the start of the shift, remains with them throughout the day, and follows them back at the end of the shift, ensuring safe practices are always followed.
• Proactive Hazard Identification: Actively observes jobsite conditions, tools, equipment, and crew behavior to detect potential hazards before they result in incidents.
• Performance and Safety Guidance: Provides real-time guidance, mentoring, and safety education, ensuring crews understand the correct procedures for all tasks, including high-risk activities.
• Stop-Work Authority: Holds the authority to halt any unsafe work immediately, removing the risk to personnel, and communicates directly with management for support or corrective action.
• Safety Culture Champion: Promotes TRC Companies’ commitment to a safety-first mindset, ensuring every employee feels supported, heard, and empowered to work safely.

Observation Process – Safety Focus

• Weekly Safety Planning: The Critical Observer collaborates with management to assess previous safety observations and set priorities for the upcoming week.
• Crew Alignment: The Critical Observer works alongside the assigned crew, following their schedule to monitor activities and safety practices throughout the day.
• Documentation and Follow-Up: Detailed reports are prepared summarizing observed hazards, corrective measures taken, and recommendations for improvement. Any necessary follow-up training is provided to address knowledge gaps or unsafe behaviors.
• Dedicated Safety Oversight: The Critical Observer’s role is exclusively observational, ensuring that safety supervision is the sole focus without performing operational tasks.
• End-of-Week Review: Observations and findings are shared with the crew foreman and team to reinforce safe practices; review lessons learned and maintain accountability.

Safety Outcomes

• Ensures crews consistently use personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow high-risk task protocols.
• Detect and mitigate hazards before incidents occur.
• Reinforces safety knowledge and empowers crews to stop work when unsafe conditions are identified.
• Strengthens leadership engagement in safety and fosters a proactive safety culture across the workforce.
• Management reviewed weekly reports.
• Identified areas of concern were addressed during weekly safety meetings.
• Areas of concern were included in monthly safety report follow-ups.
• The report will be shared with all employees and relevant stakeholders.
• Key findings will be incorporated into the onboarding process for all employees.
• TRC will continue to promote safety education for industry trainees.
• This information will be integrated into overall safety awareness for all personnel.

• Serve as the primary safety…