NEC
B22A
Safety Inspector
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Organizes and directs the operation of the safety department. Investigates accidents, analyzes accidents and problem areas, and recommends methods to decrease frequency and/or eliminate accidents. Collects data to ascertain accident trends. Inspects project sites, grounds, buildings, and machinery to isolate hazards to life, health, and equipment. Conducts safety education campaigns by preparing and/or distributing literature, posters, charts, and displays. Organizes and directs safety committee. Directs placement of traffic control signs and devices.
Core Skills
- workplace hazard inspection
- accident investigation
- incident trend analysis
- construction safety programs
- corrective action planning
- safety training delivery
- regulatory compliance
- traffic control planning
- safety committee management
Common Certifications
- Board of Certified Safety Professionals Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- Board of Certified Safety Professionals Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction
- OSHA 510 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Construction
- Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS)
- American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers
Civilian Career Paths
- EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
- ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
- CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- OSHA 10-Hour Construction
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction
- OSHA 510 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Construction
- FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800
Career Growth
- Board of Certified Safety Professionals Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
- Board of Certified Safety Professionals Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- Board of Certified Safety Professionals Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
- Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.