Safety Specialist - Erickson Framing NV, LLC

Job Description

Job Description

PURPOSE :

To ensure the safety and health of all employees on residential framing job sites by proactively identifying hazards, enforcing safety protocols, and fostering a culture of safety compliance. This role is critical for maintaining OSHA compliance, reducing workplace injuries, and supporting operational excellence in framing and truss installation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Site Safety Inspections & Audits
• Conduct daily and weekly safety inspections of framing job sites, focusing on fall protection, ladder safety, power tool usage, and truss installation.
• Inspect scaffolding, guardrails, and personal protective equipment (PPE) for compliance and functionality.
• Perform Critical Behavior Observations (CBO) for all framing activities, including elevated work and material handling.
• Safety Policy Implementation
• Enforce safety policies and procedures specific to residential framing, including fall protection, ladders, and equipment operation.
• Ensure all work complies with OSHA, and other relevant codes.
• Training & Education
• Conduct New Employee Orientation (NEO) safety training, emphasizing framing-specific hazards and safe work practices.
• Lead toolbox talks and monthly safety meetings on topics such as fall protection, trip hazards, and safe use of nail guns and saws.
• Train employees on emergency procedures.
• Incident Investigation & Reporting
• Investigate workplace incidents, accidents, and near misses to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain detailed records of safety inspections, training sessions, and incident reports; provide regular updates to management.
• Compliance & Communication
• Communicate directly with liability carriers and regulatory agencies regarding safety-related incidents, timely proper reporting, and documentation requests.
• Stay current on new safety regulations and industry best practices; disseminate updates to field crews and management.
• Field Collaboration
• Work closely with field superintendents and foremen to ensure safety-related tools and equipment are in acceptable condition.
• Assist in enforcing safety practices and conduct Critical Behavior Observations (CBOs) independently of foremen.
• PPE & Equipment Oversight
• Ensure all laborers and representatives are equipped with and properly wear PPE, including hard hats, harnesses, eye protection, and respiratory protection as required for framing tasks.
• Bilingual Communication
• Bilingual or Spanish-speaking skills are preferred to effectively communicate safety protocols to a diverse workforce.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

SKILLS & ABILITIES

INDUSTRY-SPECIFIC FOCUS

BACKGROUND & DRUG SCREENING DISCLAIMER

To keep our workplace safe and secure, we conduct background checks and drug screenings for all final candidates. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as part of our commitment to a healthy work environment.