OSH INSPECTOR – National Social Security Authority (NSSA) 118 views

Vacancy

DUTIES

Reporting to the Senior OSH Inspector, the successful candidate will evaluate, maintain and improve safety and health performance through the administration of the safety and health legislation, standards and codes of practice to limit accidents and costs of APWCS claims. The role is achieved through workplace, machinery inspections and accident investigations.
Inspect, register and deregister factories, elevators, escalators and construction sites to ensure public safety and compliance with the requirements of the Factory and Works Act.
Inspect dusty occupations to ensure compliance with the Pneumoconiosis Act.

Carry out accident investigations to make recommendations on the situations that require changes to limit accidents resulting in the reduction of claims to APWCS.
Stop operations of unsafe equipment.
Interpret and explain legislation, standards and safety codes to contractors, building owners and the general public.
Conduct occupational safety and health lectures at different forums to improve public awareness of safety and health issues.

REQUIREMENTS

A Degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent Engineering qualification.
A Minimum of 2 years of boiler and construction site inspections.

Key Competencies and Characteristics

Sound interpretation of the Factories and Works Act and all allied regulations.
Accident investigation skills.
Sound knowledge of prosecution procedures.
Good Communication skills.
Good interpersonal skills.