What Is a Safety Officer? Duties and Qualifications

In any industry, safety isn’t just a priority — it’s a necessity. That’s where safety officers come in. The safety officers play a major role in creating a workplace safe, aware workforce to work safely, train the workmen and guide management for legal safety compliances. 

but the main question is what does safety officers actually do? lets clear your doubt in this article. 

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What is a Safety officer?

Safety officer is trained professional who is responsible for implementing and monitoring day to day safety protocols within the organization. They ensures workplace is safe, hazard free and company is complying safety regulation to protect workmen within  the company or organization.

in short Safety officer is a qualified person and have knowledge to suggest or guide employees and employer both to complete a work safety by following safety rules.  

Duties of a Safety officer

Safety officer is not a relax and free guy walking free within the organization, he is most responsible person and have lots of responsibilities then other profession. lets revel some of the safety officer responsibilities:

• Safety officers create safety awareness through, Safety trainings and program such as, Toolbox Talk, Job specific training, Safety induction training, Safety motivational program.
• Safety officers conduct worksite and equipment inspection.
• Safety officers identify potential hazards at workplace.
• Safety officers suggest suitable control measures for unsafe act and unsafe condition to reduce the risk if harm.
• Safety officers lead the accident investigation.
• Safety officers maintain the safety related documents such as Safety policy, Safety plan, JSA, Risk assessment, HIRA, Checklist, Monthly safety report etc.
• Safety officers ensures organization is complying with national & international safety standards.
• Safety officers coordinate with monument to improve safety culture.

Qualification of a Safety officer

To become safety officer you should have following minimum qualification and certification.

Academic Qualification

12th pass minimum, better if you are graduate (BSc, Diploma or BTech)

Safety Qualification

A bachelors degree in occupational safety and health or Diploma in industrial safety.

Safety officer certification

not mandatory but it will provides you more job opportunities especially for abroad. 

• NEBOSH Safety Officer course
• IOSH Safety Officer course
• OSHA Safety Officer course
• ASP/CSP Safety Officer course

Conclusion 

A safety officer is more than just a rule enforcer — they are a vital part of any organization’s success and sustainability. Their work helps prevent injuries, save lives, and create a culture where safety is valued by everyone.

Whether you're considering a career as a safety officer or just want to understand the role better, it's clear that these professionals make a big impact behind the scenes.