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Responsible for preparing safety programs and providing safety related training; and construction location inspection and work place oversight for the Hospital. Work is performed with considerable technical independence under policies and procedures established by an administrative superior. Work is reviewed through observation of results.

Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities

• Perform job site safety compliance inspections including hazard analysis, safe work procedures, written reports and recommendations.
• Organize documentations as per set standards.
• Investigate incidents, injuries and hazards and implement approved control measures.
• Ensure timely completion of accident/injury reporting to Corporate Office.
• Coordinate with the purchase, proper use, maintenance, inspection, testing and retirement of necessary safety and personal protective equipment, oversees the investigation, documentation and proper follow-through of accidents or safety related incidents; administering safety awards, recognitions and incentive program.
• Integrate the department safety/health/risk management policies, procedures and programs.
• Prepare and updates the Materials Safety Data Sheet documentation of chemicals.
• Ensure optimum equipment function and the reporting of all malfunctions.
• Schedule and manage the periodic testing of fire suppression system and fire alarm system and hospital evaluation and safety equipment. Instruct hospital staff in safe work method, Fire safety training and orientation, fire evacuation drill and training in hospital.
• Maintain records of all recommendations made and action taken to implement or correct safety and health procedures, accident prevention measures, unsafe practices and health hazards.
• Maintain a proper level of supplies within the Department.
• Assist in the emergency treatment of patients when such a need arises.
• Observe infection control standards laid down in policy documents, particularly in respect to sterile procedures.
• Actively participates in the departmental Quality Assurance and in Service programs.
• Maintain a correct attitude of professional conduct and conform to all normal ethical relationships.
• Responsible for Quality Assurance testing of equipment on a regular basis.
• Participate in person-centered care initiatives undertaken by HMG.
• Enrich patient experience with compassion, respect and dignity.
• Perform all other tasks/duties assigned within the realm of his/her knowledge, skills and abilities.

Education/ Professional Qualification

• Educational: Bachelor’s Degree
• Professional: Any discipline, preferably having Fire and Safety Training.

Experience

• At least 2 years experience in the same field.

Professional Licensing / Certification / Training

• Certification: Fire & Safety related
• Licensing: N/A

Company Industry

• Medical
• Medical Devices

Department / Functional Area

• HSE (Health)
• Safety

Keywords

• Safety Specialist