Safety Officer

Site Safety Planning and Implementation

• Develop and implement site-specific Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) plans.
• Conduct Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and risk assessments for all interior-related activities.
• Ensure that site-specific safety procedures are followed across all trades: civil, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, etc.

2. Compliance and Documentation

• Ensure compliance with local and national safety regulations (e.g., IS codes, NBC norms).
• Maintain statutory records such as safety inspection checklists, accident logs, toolbox talk registers, safety induction records, etc.
• Prepare incident/accident reports and ensure timely submission to management or regulatory authorities.

3. Safety Training & Awareness

• Conduct safety inductions for all workers, subcontractors, and new joiners.
• Organize regular toolbox talks focusing on trade-specific risks (e.g., working at height, electrical safety, use of power tools).
• Promote a culture of safety through banners, posters, and awareness campaigns on-site.

4. Monitoring and Enforcement

• Conduct daily site inspections to identify unsafe practices and rectify hazards.
• Ensure all workers use appropriate PPE (helmet, gloves, goggles, shoes, etc.) depending on their job profile.
• Monitor scaffolding, ladders, and elevated work platforms used for ceiling or light installations.

5. Coordination with Project and Site Teams

• Work closely with project managers, site engineers, and subcontractors to ensure safety measures are embedded in daily work schedules.
• Conduct joint site safety walks with project/site in-charge regularly.
• Plan for emergency exits and fire safety measures in confined areas or occupied premises.

6. Emergency Preparedness

• Set up site emergency response plans, including first-aid and fire-fighting drills.
• Ensure fire extinguishers and first aid kits are available and functional.
• Coordinate with local emergency services if needed.

7. Contractor Safety Management

• Evaluate safety competence of subcontractors before onboarding.
• Monitor contractor teams to ensure they comply with safety norms and contractual obligations.
• Stop work authority in case of serious unsafe acts or conditions.

8. Material and Equipment Safety

• Check for safety compliance of tools, machines, and lifting equipment (e.g., cutting machines, grinders, power tools).
• Ensure safe storage of paints, adhesives, solvents, and other hazardous materials.