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Responsibilities Of A Construction Safety Officer

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A construction safety officer (CSO) is responsible for making sure that people working in the construction industry adhere to certain rules and regulations regarding safety. CSOs are trained in managing skills and safety principles and are required to have at least three years of field experience in the industry. The specific duties of a construction safety officer vary depending on the type of job and the tools or machinery used.

Safety Management

A security officer establishes the guidelines for a safety program and helps the employer implement the policy, including implementing safety procedures and instructing employees on how to assess certain hazards. He also teaches the employer techniques for reducing injuries and accidents on the job site.

First Aid

A safety officer makes sure the employer or general contractor has a plan of action for each type of emergency as well as all the equipment and supplies that might be necessary. Emergency situations on a construction site might include electric shocks or falls. It is also the safety officer's responsibility to make sure the employer understands all the regulations regarding work safety.

Claims Management

If a construction worker is injured on the job site, a security officer may be responsible for understanding the applicable legislation, filling out all the necessary forms and managing the workers' compensation claim.

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