Job overview
Working closely with the Safety and Learning team, and the Risk and Assurance team, the Health and Safety Governance team handles all functions associated with Health and Safety across the organisation.
As the Health and Safety Officer you will work closely with many different teams across the Trust to assist in providing the safest environment for patients, staff and visitors. The post holder will provide Health and Safety advice, help assess risk, conduct audits in clinical and non-clinical areas, assist in the delivery of safety training and carry out a range of Health and Safety assessments such as Display Screen Equipment (DSE).
If you are passionate about improving Health and Safety within an NHS environment, we would love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the job include, but are not limited to:
1. Work with colleagues in the Health and Safety team to reduce Health and Safety risk to staff, patients and others who could be affected by the activities of the Trust.
2. Prepare and maintain records that comply with legal and workplace requirements.
3. Assist in designing, adapting and managing the Health and Safety Intranet site.
4. Contribute to the Trust’s incident reporting and investigation policy and procedures. Support the investigation of incidents relating to Health and Safety and produce recommendations to prevent recurrence.
5. Routinely use information systems and other sources of data to produce reports, interpret data and evaluate information. Prepare and present reports based on analysis of the relevant Health and Safety incident data. Provide assurance data as required and monitor the completion of actions arising from external legislator and enforcement body visits.
6. Support department leads and managers to undertake risk assessments and provide advice regarding suitable solutions and actions to mitigate risks.
7. Undertake audits and inspect wards and departments as appropriate to identify risks to the Health and Safety of patients and staff and provide advice on the management of risks.
8. Support the development and monitoring of action plans arising from audits, inspections, and investigations.
Working for our organisation
At our Trust, you'll be part of a team of over 10,000 dedicated colleagues, all working hard to provide high-quality services for 370,000 people in our local area and specialist care for 1.5 million people across Lancashire and Cumbria. Whatever your role, you'll know that the work you do each day makes a genuine difference--not just to patients, but also to the staff and communities we serve.
Working with us isn't just a job, you will have access to a wide range of development opportunities designed to help you grow, build new skills, and explore different career pathways. Along the way, you will meet inspiring colleagues, work alongside experts from all areas of hospital life, and discover opportunities you might never have considered before.
At Lancashire Teaching Hospitals you will be challenged to think differently, encouraged to be bold, and supported to contribute ideas that help us innovate and improve. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, we'll help you find your path and give you the tools to succeed.
Every role here has a purpose and impact. By joining us, you'll play a pivotal part in enhancing patient care and experience, while building a career you can truly be proud of.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities listed below should be undertaken in accordance with the levels of competence. In addition, all staff are expected to act in accordance with the values and behaviours of our organisation. The main duties and responsibilities of the role include:
Health and Safety Competence and Compliance
·Assist the Health and Safety team in the development, management, implementation and monitoring of the Health and Safety dashboard.
·Update systems and processes in line with changes in legislation or best practice.
·Provide advice in the interpretation of Health and Safety legislation and guidance.
·Work with colleagues in the Health and Safety Governance team to reduce Health and Safety risk to staff, patients and others who could be affected by the activities of the Trust.
·Support the Health and Safety Team by providing Health, Safety & Environmental advice.
·Prepare and maintain records relating to Health, Safety and Environmental matters that comply with legal and workplace requirements.
·Assist in designing, adapting and managing the Health and Safety Intranet site.
·Ensure that the Health and Safety intranet site is kept up to date ensuring that it is a valuable information resource for staff.
Accident and incident investigation and monitoring
·Actively promote openness and honesty so staff feel they can report all incidents and near misses.
·Contribute to the Trust’s incident reporting and investigation policy and procedures.
·Support the investigation of incidents relating to Health and Safety and produce recommendations to prevent recurrence.
·When necessary, report incidents to the Health and Safety Executive as required by the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases, and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) regulations.
·Prepare and present reports based on analysis of the relevant Health and Safety incident data.
·Monitor and report on the completion of actions arising from external regulators and bodies following inspections.
·Undertake thematic reviews of Health and Safety related incidents and accidents to identify recurring risks and inform Trust-wide learning and ensure that HSGG has oversight of trends across the organisation.
·Support the triangulation of incident data with audit findings and staff feedback to identify improvement priorities
Risk identification, control and management
·Support department leads and managers to undertake risk assessments and provide advice regarding suitable solutions and actions to mitigate risks.
·Undertake audits and inspect wards and departments as appropriate to identify risks to the Health and Safety of patients and staff and provide advice on the management of risk.
·Support improvements to services by helping to reduce risks and supporting a positive Health and Safety culture throughout the organisation.
The Health and Safety Governance Group (HSGG) and Assurance
·Attend HSGG and provide regular Health and Safety reports and information on Health and Safety matters.
·When required support with the administration of HSGG.
·Contribute to assurance reporting for HSGG, Divisional Governance and the Trust Board
Information, Instruction and Training
·Routinely use information systems and other sources of data to produce reports, interpret data and evaluate information.
·Support the Corporate Risk Team with the delivery of risk management and incident reporting system training as required.
·Support the Corporate Risk Team with the administration of the risk management and incident reporting system as required.
·Work with HSGG colleagues to identify training requirements related to Health and Safety.
·Deliver training for staff across the Trust to improve awareness of Health and Safety at work issues.
·Support the optimisation of incident reporting systems and contribute to system improvement initiatives.
·Champion the use of digital tools to enhance safety reporting, monitoring, and learning.
Collaboration and consultation
·Develop good working relationships within and outside the Trust.
·Work collaboratively on Health and Safety matters.
·Consult with union-appointed Health and Safety representatives on Health and Safety matters.
·Liaise with external enforcing agencies on Health and Safety issues.
Person specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential criteria
9. GCSE’s A-C in English, Maths & Science or equivalent qualifications
10. Local Risk Management System Administration Training
11. Higher level qualification or working towards a Health and Safety qualification
Desirable criteria
12. Knowledge and understanding of relevant Health and Safety legislation such as RIDDOR, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) and DSE regulations
13. DSE assessor
14. Basic Fire safety qualification.
Knowledge & Experience
Essential criteria
15. Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of issues associated with Health and Safety Management in a large organisation.
16. Experience of using Risk Management Information Systems.
17. Experience of performing risk assessments or risk management in a healthcare setting
18. Experience analysing, evaluating and presenting data
19. Experience of performing incident investigations or analysis.
Desirable criteria
20. Knowledge of the law relating to Health and Safety matters.
21. Experience of dashboard development and undertaking audits
22. Experience of delivering training sessions to groups
23. Experience of working within a Healthcare workplace