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Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Officer ensures workplace compliance with safety regulations (like OSHA/EPA), manages environmental impact, and prevents occupational hazards. They develop safety policies, train staff, conduct audits, and investigate incidents to maintain a 'zero harm' environment.
Key Responsibilities & FunctionsCompliance & Auditing: Ensuring adherence to environmental, health, and safety laws, conducting site inspections, and maintaining safety documentation.Risk Mitigation: Identifying hazards (e.g., machinery, chemicals), conducting risk assessments, and implementing corrective actions.Training & Safety Culture: Educating employees on safety procedures, emergency responses, and proper equipment usage.Environmental Management: Monitoring waste disposal, emissions, and maintaining environmental compliance (e.g., ETP/STP operations).Incident Investigation: Analyzing accidents, near-misses, and injuries to prevent future occurrences. Required Skills & QualificationsEducation: Typically a degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, or engineering.Knowledge: Deep understanding of local/national safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, or local state pollution control board guidelines).Certifications: Often require qualifications like IOSH, OHSAS 18001, or ADIS.Skills: Strong communication for training, analytical skills for audits, and quick decision-making in emergency situations. Typical Work SettingsEHS officers commonly work in high-risk or regulated industries, including manufacturing, construction, chemical plants, and oil & gas. Salary OverviewUnited States: The average salary is approximately $86,771 per year.India: Mid-level managers can expect significant increases, with salaries sometimes reaching 2,410K/yr at senior levels. Common Certifications/CoursesDiploma in Industrial Safety
Skills Required
Environmental Science, Iosh, Osha, Ohsas 18001, Engineering, epa