Safety Manager (General)
Review, evaluate, and analyze work environments and design programs and procedures to control, eliminate, and prevent disease or injury caused by chemical, physical, and biological agents or ergonomic factors. May conduct inspections and enforce adherence to laws and regulations governing the health and safety of individuals. May be employed in the public or private sector.
At a Glance
Safety Manager (General) earns an average of $105,000/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 5.2–5.6 years. Top skills: Management, Communication, Project Management.
$105,000/yr
Bachelor's degree
5.2–5.6 years
16
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists
Median Wage
$83,910/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+12.5%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (11)
Project Management
Environment Health And Safety
Construction
Safety Training
Occupational Safety And Health
Auditing
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Root Cause Analysis
Safety Audits
Safety Culture
Change Management
Common Skills (18)
Management
Communication
Planning
Leadership
Investigation
Verbal Communication Skills
Confidentiality
Microsoft Office
Customer Service
Mentorship
Teamwork
Operations
Presentations
Problem Solving
Interpersonal Communications
Certifications (1)
Certified Safety Professional
Related Specializations
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