How much does a Workplace Safety Director make in the United States? The average Workplace Safety Director salary in the United States is $157,650 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $135,320 and $182,790. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Workplace Safety Director Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Workplace Safety Director Salary $114,990 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Workplace Safety Director Salary $135,320 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Workplace Safety Director Salary $157,650 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Workplace Safety Director Salary $182,790 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Workplace Safety Director Salary $205,679 US March 26, 2024
25% $135,320 10% $114,990 90% $205,679 75% $182,790 $157,650 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Workplace Safety Director ensures the workplace is in compliance with OSHA and other state, local, or industry specific regulations and that periodic safety audits are conducted. Directs, develops, and oversees the general health and safety policies and procedures of the organization. Being a Workplace Safety Director develops a systemic process to collect data and analyze the causes of accidents and generate required reporting. Provides programs that ensure a safe workplace including safety orientations, skill training, emergency preparedness, proper job instruction, hazardous material disposal procedures, and the use of protective equipment. In addition, Workplace Safety Director implements initiatives to reduce and prevent accidents, occupational illnesses, and exposure to long-term health hazards. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Workplace Safety Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. Working as a Workplace Safety Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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