Overview

Calling all by-the-book leaders and eagle-eyed auditors! As a Health and Safety Coordinator, you’ll keep workers safe on the job. Ensure company compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations and reduce work-related injuries province-wide.

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Skills You’ll Need

  • Great communication
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Presentation, instruction, and training
  • Deep knowledge of current Health and Safety legislation
  • The ability to work independently and take initiative
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What You’ll Do

  • Audit and inspect sites for Health and Safety compliance
  • Lead trainings about procedures and current regulations
  • Conduct investigations into near-misses, accidents, and other incidents
  • Inspect workplaces to identify safety concerns about equipment, materials, and products
  • Stay aware of changes to Health and Safety legislation
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Role Requirements

To become a Health and Safety Coordinator, you’ll need to meet the following requirements.

  • Graduate high school
  • Get a degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a closely related field

How To
Get Started

Get your start in health and safety with A Single Drop.

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Get Your Degree

Complete a program for Occupational Health and Safety.

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Find Work

Secure an entry-level role or an internship. Building experience in the construction industry is essential — you’ll need to be comfortable around (and familiar with) jobsites.

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Seek Certification

Ready to advance your career? Get certified by the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (BCRSP), the Canadian Society of Safety Engineers (CSSE), or equivalent organizations.

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What
Ontarians
Are Saying

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“The industry provides a stable career path with a variety of roles, from fieldwork to project management, and offers chances for technical skill development and advancement.”

Daniel Contreneo

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