• Site Safety Health Officer (SSHO)

    Essel (Barstow, CA)


    Essel Environmental is hiring a Site Safety Health Officer (SSH0)

     

    In this position, you will play a key role in ensuring the projects complies with local, state, and federal health and safety guidelines and procedures. You will ensure the safety of all employees, make sure all projects are up to code, and provide advice and recommendations for safety improvements.

    SSHO Duties and Responsibilities

    Below is a list of SSHO responsibilities but not limited to. They may have more duties depending on the project.

     

    Collect and Maintain Safety Data Sheets

     

    Conduct Monthly Eye Wash Inspections

     

    Conduct Monthly Fire Extinguisher Inspections

     

    Conduct Monthly First Aid Kit Inspections

     

    Conduct Safety Orientations

     

    Conducts investigations of all accidents and near-misses.

     

    Daily Equipment Inspections

    Enforce the Contractor’s safety program

    Inspect site and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity (e.g. not using protective equipment)

     

    Inspect the site to ensure it is hazard-free

     

    Maintain Accident Prevention Plan Compliance

     

    Obtain, Post & Keep Burn Permits

     

    Perform Daily Site Safety Inspections

     

    Present Daily Safety Briefings

     

    Responds to all safety concerns

     

    Stop any unsafe acts or processes that are dangerous or unhealthy

     

    Train workers about special safety issues when needed.

     

    Trains and carries out drills for emergency situations.

     

    Verifies that all tools and equipment are adequate and safe for use

     

    Watches out for the safety of all workers on the site

     

    Write and review all AHAs

    Requirements

    SSHO Qualifications / Requirements

    The list below are the most common qualification required to be an SSHO, however, some projects will require more than this list. Some must have proven experience with Fall Protection (including elevated platforms), Scaffolding, Steel Erection, Excavation, Cranes, etc.

     

    First Aid and CPR Certified.

     

    Have Completed 40 Hour EM 385-1-1 Course.

     

    Have Completed 30 Hour OSHA Construction Course.

     

    Have 5 or more years of hands on construction safety experience as an SSHO.

     

    Must be able to submit to a background check and drug test.

     

    Benefits

     

    Competitive Benefits within the Industry