Patient Safety Specialist assists in the development and implementation of patient safety programs. Gathers data detailing patient-related errors and conducts analysis for management detailing the cause of the error. Being a Patient Safety Specialist recommends changes, policies, or programs that could prevent future errors. Gives presentations and training programs meant to increase awareness of patient safety initiatives. Additionally, Patient Safety Specialist tests patient-safety knowledge of employees and recommends changes to training programs. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Patient Safety Specialist contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. To be a Patient Safety Specialist typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job type : Direct Hire W2
Salary range : 100-130k base
Onsite - Martinez, CA
Health & Safety Specialist
Requirements
5 years of manufacturing experience
Experience working in a chemical plant / refinery or similar industrial setting
2 years Health & Safety experience
Description
This position actively analyzes the work environment, local culture, and policies to continuously improve Health and Safety performance on site.
This position inspects the workplace for adherence to regulations on safety and health and promotes ongoing compliance measures.
They help design, implement, train employees, and audit versus compliance on programs to prevent injury and / or disease.
Position travels 10% of time to support the Portland, OR site.
Position may additionally travel up to another 10% to support other site audits and / or turnarounds.
Some specific job responsibilities include, but are not limited to :
TEAMS
Lead Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) Meetings (monthly)
Member of local Management Team
Coordinate and Lead Emergency Response Team (ERT) activity (drills, critiques, training, equipment inspections, etc)
Participate on BBS Team (as needed)
Encourage Health & Wellness (H&W) Team
FIELD PRESENCE
Daily Field Audits such as BBS, LCPs, My Check 5s. - 20% target time
Recognize positive behaviors and / or hazardous situations, and provide feedback.
Periodically attend Operations, Maintenance, and or Contractor Toolbox meetings (weekly)
Promote good housekeeping
Turnaround primary H&S support, including daily toolboxes, daily field observations, daily safety lunch, and daily 2PM meetings (2 units.
Every 18 months per unit). 80% target time
Solicit HS feedback from employees
TRAINING :
Maintain Training Matrix (as needed)
Prepare & Deliver Plant wide Safety Meetings (monthly)
Set FMT / CBT schedule (annual)
Mind Flash administrator (as needed)
Coordinate H&S equipment inspections (annual)
Prepare and deliver refresher training effort for plant safety programs
On-Board new employees
Provide quarterly reports on training program status.
PROCEDURES & PROGRAMS
Liaison with contractors for safety issues.
Maintain contractor safety program
Develop new and maintain existing H&S Procedures
Develop new and maintain existing ERT Procedures
Management of Change H&S Approver (as needed)
Variance H&S Approver (as needed) Maintain Preventative Ratio (monthly)
Coordinate Industrial Hygiene Monitoring
Ensure weekly, monthly, quarterly HSE Inspections are done satisfactorily.
OTHER
Participate in / Facilitate / Lead Incident Investigations (as needed)
Prepare 30 Min Review and / or HSE Alerts (as needed)
Enter HS related purchase requisitions and timely pay associated invoices
Primary point of contact for regional, state, and federal H&S auditors
Manage the site Equipment Specific LOTO program.
Assist with Enablon Action Items
Active involvement with Severe Weather preparedness
Assist Maintenance with Sprinkler / Alarm inspections
Assist in completion of process safety action items
Act as the Facility Security Officer (FSO) and liaison to the contracted security force.
MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
Support 20P Requirements (as needed)
RC14001®Implementation and Maintenance
Ensure Aspects and Impacts, Communication Grid, and Legal Register are maintained. Responsible to update the aspects list as new information becomes available (such as spill investigations, ministry / agency inspections, internal / external audits, process changes, etc.).
Support RC14001 Coordinator in maintaining Consistent Document Control
Train as management system auditor
Follow the 10 Expectations of Leaders
Follow Life Saving Behaviors
Complete all computer based training & PWSM training by their deadlines to comply with HSE requirements & policies
Be a visible presence on site to promote good health and safety practices and reduce risks.
Maintain employee interest, involvement and support in all aspects of site safety programs
Participation in risk assessment audits (PHA, CTA, JSA, etc.) as applicable.
Stay current on updated plant technologies, policies, procedures, government rules / laws / regulations pertaining to this plant
Lead, support, promote, improve, and enforce compliance, all HS&E, corporate / plant policies, procedures, performance standards and ISO / RC 14001 and Ecovyst 20 Principles
Knowledge of OSHA & NIOSH standards, including PSM
Familiarity with industry standards & practices (API, ASME, NFPA, etc)
Well-trained & practiced in Incident Investigation 5 Why and RCFA or equivalent.
Well-trained & practiced in Emergency Response (HAZMAT, Incident Command Structure, First Aid, Confined Space Rescue)
Ability to comprehend, analyze, and understand the legal aspects of legislation and develop compliance programs to decrease facility process safety liabilities and reduce process risks Ability to speak in front of a group and demonstrated ability to be effective trainer
Works well under pressure ability to meet tight deadlines with quality results
Strong communication / inter-personal skills able to inspire and encourage the use of best practices at plant sites, able to communicate with plant staff, GBU management, and regulatory agencies
Ability to relate to and communicate effectively with shop floor
Must well versed in MS PowerPoint, Word, Excel, & Outlook.
SAP experience a plus.
Must understand basic chemistry
Minimum Requirements :
High school diploma or GED required - Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university preferred
Jessica Hillson
Jessica.Hillson@artech.Com
Last updated : 2024-04-23
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