Mitigating safety risks in waste and recycling environments. By Steve Madey and Michael Bottlang Ensuring the safety of workers day-in and day-out is no small undertaking. Accidents are bound to happen, and it is the role of safety managers to mitigate the contributing risk factors. From keeping sites up to code, providing proper training, keeping a close eye on equipment options, and more, the daily responsibilities of a safety manager are critical to the success of the project and the company.