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Occupational Health And Safety Officer

 
Background
Occupational Health and Safety Officers work to keep people safe at work by identifying hazards, checking that workplaces follow safety rules, and helping prevent accidents and injuries. They inspect work areas, investigate incidents when they happen, train employees on safety procedures, and work with managers to create safer working conditions. This role is important in almost every industry, from construction and manufacturing to offices and hospitals.
Similar Roles
Publications
Safety and Health PractitionerProfessional Safety Journal
Books
The Safety Culture HandbookOccupational Health and Safety Management SystemsHazard Identification and Risk Assessment
Key Figures
Reg RevansJill PharoahPhil La DukeDominic Cooper
Classification
SIC Code0, 0The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference363.11, 658.408For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
Health and Safety OfficerSafety OfficerOccupational Safety SpecialistWorkplace Safety Officer
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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