Safety Specialist at Forage

Houston, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Construction, Geotechnical, Civil EngineeringIndustries

Requirements

Embrace Forgen’s Core Values in all aspects of the job
Perform the roles and responsibilities for Safety Specialist as listed on the Accountability Chart
Follow up on certification, training, medical screening etc. expiration dates of project employees and schedule/advise in advance accordingly
Ability to conduct air sampling, monitoring, data logging, calibrating instruments and basic IH tasks
Knowledge of hazard identification and risk assessment processes
Ability to develop and review project Health and Safety Plans (HASPs) and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHAs)
Proficiency in entering data into Safety Mojo (Safety Observations, inspections, training data, project specific information and incident reports)
Capability to identify Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) needs, order and issue PPE, and maintain supplies
Ability to identify third party training needs

Responsibilities

Drive a safety culture which promotes Incident and Injury Free Performance
Provide day-to-day Safety and Health support that is effective and suitable to achieve Forgen objectives
Provide regular, reliable data for monitoring Safety and Health performance
Help create, improve, and comply with project Health and Safety Plan (HASP)
Ensure Forgen Safety and Health requirements are widely and consistently understood and implemented
Apply hazard identification and risk assessment processes at project sites and ensure implementation of appropriate control measures to reduce risks to As Low As Reasonable Practical (ALARP)
Participate in the development and review process of Activity Hazard Analysis (AHAs)
Promote Safety and Health awareness through conducting new hire orientation, safety training and participating in Incident and Injury Free (IIF) campaigns
Conduct effective investigation of incidents and near misses, develop final reports and follow up corrective actions
Participate fully and openly in all compliance assurance audits, inspections and project meetings
Serve as a liaison between Forgen and client representatives
Perform and document inspections (e.g., fire extinguisher, portable ladder, body harness)
Conduct weekly site walk throughs and provide updates
Review project schedules on a weekly basis and communicate with the direct line of reporting about conditions and safety and health concerns
Perform air sampling, monitoring, data logging, calibrating instruments and basic IH tasks
Conduct, coordinate site safety inspections/audits, on-the-job trainings, and facilitate incident investigations
Supervise and support Safety and Health Supervisors/Technicians on their projects
Communicate information, lead, coach, and train all levels of employees in safety and health compliance, policies, and best practices
Complete/review permits and execute related duties as required by the environment and contract
Develop consistent best practices and policies
Attend on-site safety meetings with Forgen project management team

Skills

Safety Inspections

HASPs

Incident Investigations

Safety Training

Air Sampling

Safety Audits

OSHA Compliance

Risk Assessment

Safety Meetings

Safety Culture

Forage

Offers virtual job simulations for students

About Forage

Forage creates virtual job simulations that allow students to experience a typical day in various roles across different industries. These simulations help students develop practical career skills and build confidence, making them more employable. The platform is self-paced and accessible for free, enabling students to learn at their convenience. Forage serves two main groups: students, who gain valuable experience, and employers, who use the platform to showcase their industry and roles, making hiring more inclusive. Unlike many competitors, Forage focuses on providing these simulations at no cost to students while charging employers for the service. The goal is to bridge the gap between education and career success, democratizing access to job opportunities.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$35.8MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Consulting, EducationIndustries

11-50Employees

Benefits

Equity compensation plan

Home office setup stipend

Access to office space in Sydney and Melbourne (or London depending on country)

Flexible work schedule

20 days of paid vacation leave

Access to an employee assistance program and a professional development fund

18 weeks of fully paid parental leave for the primary caregiver and 8 weeks of parental leave for the non-primary caregiver

Full paid day off to celebrate a holiday of choice

Risks

Increased competition from platforms like Standard Bank may impact Forage's market share.

EAB acquisition could lead to strategic changes misaligned with Forage's model.

Rapid AI advancements may challenge Forage's current virtual training offerings.

Differentiation

Forage offers free, open-access virtual job simulations with leading global companies.

The platform provides self-paced, on-demand learning, enhancing accessibility for students.

Forage bridges education and career success, focusing on practical skills and employability.

Upsides

Forage raised $25 million in Series B funding to expand globally.

Partnerships with firms like Latham & Watkins enhance Forage's industry credibility.

Growing demand for virtual internships boosts Forage's market potential.

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