SAFETY AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SPECIALST- DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Performs a broad range of safety and occupational health duties in one or more areas of occupational safety and health. Performs periodic inspections and evaluations to determine compliance with appropriate occupational safety and health regulations. Plans and carries out formal investigations of reportable and non-reportable mishaps involving personal injury accidents, property damage, and cases of occupational illnesses covering a wide range of work operations. Develops specialized operating practices, modifying or departing significantly from standard techniques when necessary, based on interpretation of policies, standards, and regulations. Provides technical safety training/instruction to supervisors, employees, and/or unit safety representatives on a wide range of working operations, such as traffic safety techniques, proper storage of hazardous materials, common laboratory hazards, and building evacuation procedures. Reviews plans and specifications for new construction, major b