Freshly trained safety professionals often face the challenge of implementing their acquired knowledge upon returning to the workplace: either the expectations of the employer are very high, or measures and initiatives must be enforced within the company – perhaps even against certain resistance.

This book facilitates the transition into the operational reality and assists the new safety officer in successfully starting their upcoming work area. It serves as a guiding thread that ensures the right priorities are set and tasks are tackled and completed gradually, without overlooking important aspects.

Where do I start? What priorities should I set? What do I absolutely need? Where do I need to be particularly cautious?

The book provides clear, practical answers to all these questions. It helps the new safety officer grow into their responsibilities step by step with step-by-step instructions, pro tips, and warnings about potential pitfalls.

Contents include:

• Nothing but contracts – Appointment as a safety professional
• Where do I get all the information I need? Establishing information foundations
• Who is responsible for what?
• What do I do now? Responsibilities of the safety professional
• Liability – one foot in prison?
• What do I do if a conflict arises?.