Safety & Occupational Health Specialist

Summary This position is assigned to the Operations, Safety, Security, and Preparedness Directorate, Office of Mission Support, Veterans Benefits Administration Central Office (VBACO) and is responsible for advising VBA facilities on implementing Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) programs to meet regulatory and internal VA requirements. The position's duty station is VBACO, in Washington, DC. Responsibilities Specific duties include: Maintains an effective OSH program that includes prevention, investigation, and appropriate reporting of workplace injuries and illnesses. Reviews all worker injury and illness incidents, conducts accident investigations using root cause analysis, and recommends preventive measures to reduce reoccurrence. The employee applies general knowledge of safety and occupational health laws and regulations to assist VA facilities with meeting all requirements. The incumbent has substantial knowledge of OSH to prepare written technical documents and guidance mate...