H&S Officer

· Assist the Health and Safety Manager with the College health and safety audit programme.

· Assist the Health and Safety Manager to prepare and deliver health and safety training and briefings for staff on key health and safety topics.

· Assist in the preparation, maintenance and review of health and safety compliance and training records.

· Undertake reviews of health and safety documentation completed by College and Services, such as risk assessments, COSHH assessments and external visits risk assessments.

· Assist college departments in undertaking health and safety workplace assessments of employers providing placements for apprentices and work experience.

· Monitor and respond to health and safety calls received via the Helpdesk.

· Monitor and review monthly inspections completed by the College and external contractors.

· Assist with the investigation of accidents and incidents and recommend appropriate follow up action.

· Attend and support College Health & Safety Committee meetings.

· Provide support and guidance to health and safety enquiries and complaints received from staff, students, helpdesk and contractors.

· Assist with the preparation of periodic reports and updates for College Health & Safety Committee meetings.

· Assist the Estates and Facilities Department in responding to fire alarms, the completion of regular fire drills and other emergencies.

· Assist with the review of fire risk assessments of College premises.

· Maintain an up to date knowledge of occupational health and safety matters, current legislation and best practice.

· Prepare reports as and when required.

· Work with the Health and Safety Manager on developing and implementing the Newham College health and safety strategy.

· Deputise for the Health and Safety Manager as required.

· Support College initiatives and aspirations to achieve Net Zero carbon.

· Take responsibility for own professional development ensuring full compliance of all internal and external training requirements.

· Understand and comply with Safeguarding legislation, ensuring that this commitment is demonstrated in all aspects of the role as appropriate