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Sifa-certified freelancers support workplace risk assessments, accident prevention, safety inspections, and practical guidance for managers and works councils. Get fast, precise matching with vetted professionals who hold this qualification.
About the certification
What Sifa means
The Fachkraft für Arbeitssicherheit, often called Sifa, is a German qualification for occupational safety specialists. It shows that a person can help employers build, run, and improve a structured safety approach at work. In practice, a Sifa supports management with prevention, compliance, and safe working conditions.
What it validates
A Sifa holder is expected to understand how to spot hazards, assess risks, and turn findings into clear action. The role is less about theory and more about practical guidance in real workplaces.
- Workplace hazard identification and risk assessment
- Accident prevention and incident follow-up
- Safety inspections and corrective measures
- Advice for managers, supervisors, and employee representatives
- Integration of safety into daily operations
Typical profiles
Companies usually work with Sifa-certified freelancers when they need experienced support in production, logistics, construction, maintenance, healthcare, or office environments. Many holders come from engineering, safety, technical management, or other operational backgrounds. In Germany, they are often brought in to strengthen internal safety structures or to cover temporary demand.
Knowledge areas
The qualification is rooted in German occupational health and safety practice. A strong Sifa understands how safety fits into processes, machines, people, and organization, not just into documents.
- Occupational safety law and employer duties
- Risk communication and on-site training
- Safe work systems, equipment, and procedures
- Coordination across departments and external partners
- Documentation and follow-through on protective actions
Why companies hire a Sifa freelancer
A freelance Fachkraft für Arbeitssicherheit is useful when internal expertise is limited, projects move quickly, or extra support is needed for audits, new sites, or restructuring. The Sifa profile tells you the person can work close to operations and speak the language of safety in Germany. For remote collaboration, the qualification helps with reviews, documentation, and planning, while on-site work is often needed for inspections and practical assessments.
Sifa vs related roles
Sifa is not the same as a general safety manager or a purely academic role. It is a practical qualification for advising on occupational safety inside companies. Searchers may also use the shorter term Sifa, the full German name, or the phrase occupational safety specialist. When you need someone for concrete preventive work, this is the credential that matters.
Meet FRATCH Fachkraft für Arbeitssicherheit (Sifa)
Thorsten Henneberg
Construction, Sales and Project Manager SiGeKo
Last position:
OCM (Overall Construction Manager) for HVAC at Engie Deutschland GmbH
- Overall planning and supervision of the relevant HVAC and sanitation installations across multiple construction phases.
- Leading installation teams and subcontractors.
- Ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets and quality standards.
- Coordination with other trades.
- Lean Construction Management, preparing and moderating the Last Planner Method.
- Supporting schedule planning and moderating workshops in the IPA project environment.
- Planning, organizing and supervising all HVAC and sanitation work on site.
- Managing own installers and coordinating subcontractors.
- Ensuring that all work meets quality standards, safety regulations and the schedule.
- Aligning with other trades, authorities and the client representative.
- Creating plans and reviewing invoices.
- Monitoring the proper application of construction techniques and compliance with safety regulations.
Ronald Jess
Senior HSE Manager
Last position:
HSE Manager at Ralf Hirsch GmbH
- Site inspections and briefings during the Hitachi converter rebuild
- Preparing and reviewing risk assessments and RAMS
- Processing work permits
- Conducting training for slingers
Karlheinz Götz
Senior Test Engineer / Analyst
Last position:
Consultant / Test Analyst / Supporter at Insurance office, Spaichingen
Project: Process optimization & IT support in an insurance broker office.
Project activities:
- Analysis of processes and definition of requirements
- Consulting on the implementation of a cloud solution (soho)
- Installation and verification of new infrastructure HW
- Cloud installation & configuration
- Definition and creation of use cases
- Execution of user acceptance tests (UAT)
- User training / training
- IT support (cloud, PC, server, printer, network)
Label: insurance, infrastructure, configuration, training, support
André Rehag
Freelance Consultant / Trainer in Occupational Safety & BGM
Last position:
Freelance Consultant / Trainer in Occupational Safety & BGM at Freelance Consultant / Trainer in Occupational Safety & BGM
- Advising company management on all matters of occupational health and safety
- Support with creating and updating risk assessments
- Carrying out safety inspections and regular site walks
- Analyzing and assessing workplace accidents and developing measures to prevent accidents
- Training and instructing managers and employees on occupational safety topics
- Support in designing safe and health-friendly workplaces
- Working with company doctors, works councils, as well as authorities and accident insurance providers
- Integrating mental health measures into existing occupational safety systems
- Running workshops, group facilitation sessions, and presentations
Robert Poljak
Risk & Safety Management Expert
Last position:
Independent Risk & Safety Management Expert
- Safety concepts: high-level safety philosophies, active & passive fire protection philosophies and HSE management plans
- Project & engineering management
- Explosion protection & area classification (ATEX)
- Active and passive fire protection system design
- Evacuation & escape route planning
- Lead risk assessment workshops (HAZID, HAZOP and SIL)
- Fire & explosion risk assessments (FERA) and quantitative risk assessments (QRA)
Ralf Hirsch
HSE Manager
Last position:
HSE Manager at Hitachi Energy
- New build of a converter station in Nortorf/Wilster for Tennet.
- Supervision and coordination of the companies involved in the project.
- Advice and support for the commissioning project management on all occupational and fire safety issues.
- Instruction of companies and their employees about the project specifics during commissioning.
- Requesting and collecting job descriptions and associated risk assessments.
- Supervision and issuing of work permits for respective tasks.
- Monitoring compliance with legal requirements for occupational and fire safety on construction sites.
- Maintaining incident statistics and analyzing incidents.
- Regular inspections and documentation.
- Conducting kick-off meetings with client and contractors.
- Monitoring and ensuring compliance with specific work details.
- Monitoring and ensuring proper protective measures during work.
Benjamin Müller
WHS Manager
Last position:
WHS Manager at Amazon Logistics
- Leading, motivating and developing employees.
- Disciplinary and professional management of employees.
- Compliance with legal regulations and guidelines.
- Comprehensive support of company employees from a safety, health and environmental perspective (SHE).
- Assessing compliance with key workplace safety standards and regulatory requirements and taking corrective actions to address deficiencies.
Sven Drews
Occupational Safety Specialist and Personnel Trainer / Managing Director
Last position:
Occupational Safety Specialist and Personnel Trainer / Managing Director at Safety and Consulting
- Strategic and operational management with full P&L responsibility.
- Professional leadership in occupational safety and personnel training.
- Designing and conducting safety training sessions and workshops.
- Providing consulting services in various safety areas.
- Developing customized safety solutions for clients.
- Continuously analyzing and adjusting safety measures.
Claudia Damhuis
CEO
Last position:
CEO at IFASG Institut für Arbeitssicherheit, Strahlenschutz und Gefahrgut GmbH
- Since 2020 SiGeKo for a global fashion house during shop installation across Germany
- Since 2021 HSE manager for 14 sites of an explosive ordnance clearance company
- Since 2021 Implementation of HSE quality system (AMS Bau) in 13 client sites across Germany (currently repeat audits)
- Since 2022 Multiple HSE projects in chemical parks, laboratories and production throughout Germany – regular support, coaching and instructions on-site and remote, testing of the hazardous substances register and operating instructions according to GefStoffV
- 2022 Inclusion audit for a biotech company (multiple sites in Germany)
- 2021-2023 Multiple HSEQ compliance audits for clients across Germany in chemical industry/API manufacturing and civil engineering
- Since 2023 Safety and health coordination projects (SiGeKo) for explosive ordnance clearance (former shooting ranges, diving), chemical parks and construction/civil engineering
- Since 2024-01-01 HSE manager for a global IT platform company
- 2024-01-01 to 2024-05-31 Interim head of ESH Germany & Austria for a global biotech company
- Since 2024-07-01 Head of occupational health & safety in the process manufacturing industry
- Lead of TPM SHE pillar – strategic HSE
- ISO 45001 management representative
- Planning and performing audits
- Implementing workplace safety cultural change through coaching and mentoring stakeholders, successfully supporting stakeholders to leave an intervention list and blacklist of insurers within 12 months
- Development and implementation of 5S process
- Development and implementation of permit to work process and training
- Development and implementation of local Kaizen procedure
- Development and hand-over of toolboxes on topics including 5S and safety leadership
- Leadership training and coaching on safety culture
- HSE expert according to Act on Occupational Physicians, Safety Engineers and Other Occupational Safety Specialists
Artur Grod
Certified Quality Management Seminar 310: SiGeKo Compact Seminar according to RAB 30, Annexes B + C
Last position:
Health & Safety Consultant/Fasi/SiGeKo; SiGeKo/Senior HSC Manager at Self-employed
Since January 2026: GP.EU Amazon project
DBE3 P12 Berlin: SiGeKo, implementing regulations, employee training, documentation, safety processes (general contractor)
DNX1 Frankfurt: HSE Manager, safety inspections, risk management, RAMS documents
HJA8 Hannover: SiGeKo, implementing regulations, employee training, documentation, safety processes (general contractor)
DNX2 Wuppertal: SiGeKo / Senior HSC, reporting, HSE audits, DGUV/BetrSichV, RAMS documents
DNW5 Troisdorf: SiGeKo/HSC coordinator, prevention planning, site inspections, subcontractor support, safety process control (general contractor)
May 2024 to August 2025: C HSE Supervisor/SiGeKo (GP.EU.Loyenbasell-Jetty II- Cologne)
Advising on safety measures and implementing safety regulations
Monitoring legal requirements on construction sites
Coordinating safety and health protection in construction management
Sven Müller
Occupational Safety Specialist (FaSi)
Last position:
Occupational Safety Specialist (FaSi) at Sächsisch-Bayerische Starkstrom-Gerätebau GmbH
GAP analysis of the current state of operations
Coordination of safety talks
Analysis, evaluation, and follow-up of sustainable corrective actions for near-miss and accident reports
Tracking lean activities that optimize occupational safety
Ensuring workplace safety throughout the plant
Optimizing communication within the plant and with other group sites
Raising employee awareness of the need for a safe environment
Sandro Ullering
HSE Expert
Last position:
HSE Manager at Ullertec GmbH
I support over 30 companies in the field of occupational safety and fire protection. My focus is on technical safety support according to DGUV Regulation 2 as well as hands-on implementation of legal requirements in daily operations.
I help businesses organize their safety structures, carry out risk assessments, attend ASA meetings and act as an external fire protection officer.
In addition, I deliver training and practical instruction – including for crane operators, forklift drivers and company supervisors.
I also manage SiGeKo and validation projects.
With my many years of industry experience, I combine legal requirements with practical solutions for ongoing operations.
Eberhard Löll
Competent Person for Explosion Protection
Last position:
Competent Person for Explosion Protection at Ölwerke Schindler
Development of an explosion protection concept for a planned pilot plant
Thomas Meidinger
External Representative and Consultant
Last position:
External Representative and Consultant at Aeromarintime Systembau GmbH
- External representative and consultant for the integrated management system according to ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018
- Industry: Defense industry
- Sector: System house for marine communication
- Employees: 50
Robert Graf
Senior Construction Manager
Last position:
Senior Construction Manager at Arlanxeo Deutschland
- Construction of a new water treatment plant
- Leading the specialist site managers (civil and steel construction, HSE manager)
- Supervising execution in terms of contract compliance, schedule adherence and quality
- Budget responsibility
- Maintaining and updating the project schedule
- Facilitating project meetings
- Claim management
- Change management
- Defect management
- Acceptance inspections
- Occupational safety
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Fachkraft für Arbeitssicherheit (Sifa) statistics
Typical experience
26 years
Average project duration
3.2 years
Certifications per freelancer
7
Top business areas
Operations, Quality Assurance, Project Management
Top industries
Professional Services, Manufacturing, Chemical
Most common languages
German, English, French
Bachelor's degree or higher
88%
Master's degree or higher
44%
Doctorate
13%
Salary / Daily Rate Distribution
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Average rates for Fachkraft für Arbeitssicherheit (Sifa) & Seniority distribution
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The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Frequently Asked Questions
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A Fachkraft für Arbeitssicherheit (Sifa) has been prepared to advise employers on occupational safety in a practical way. The qualification shows that the person can identify risks, suggest protective measures, and support safer day-to-day operations. It is a strong signal for companies that need hands-on safety expertise, not just general compliance knowledge.
No. Sifa is a specific German qualification for an occupational safety specialist, while safety manager or HSE roles can be broader and vary by company. A Sifa focuses on prevention, hazard control, and advising management within the framework of German occupational safety practice.
It is best suited for professionals who work close to operations, such as engineers, technical specialists, or experienced safety professionals. The role fits people who can combine legal awareness, practical judgment, and clear communication with managers and employees. Companies usually look for a Fachkraft für Arbeitssicherheit when they need reliable advice on workplace safety.
A freelancer with Sifa is typically ready to review working conditions, support risk assessments, and help implement preventive actions. They can also assist with internal safety routines, incident analysis, and training concepts. In Germany, this is especially useful when safety work must be aligned with local requirements and day-to-day operations.
The Fachkraft für Arbeitssicherheit is focused on occupational safety advice inside the company. It is different from roles that concentrate mainly on firefighting, health protection, or specialist legal compliance. For buyers, the key point is that a Sifa brings practical prevention work to the workplace, not only policy knowledge.
Preparation usually combines prior professional experience with formal occupational safety training. Candidates need to understand industrial or organizational processes well enough to judge risks in real settings. Strong candidates for Sifa are comfortable working with procedures, technical systems, and people across different departments.
Yes, the qualification should be kept current through continuing professional development and regular updates on rules, methods, and workplace risks. A Sifa who stays active will refresh knowledge as workplaces, machinery, and legal expectations change. Companies should look for professionals who can show ongoing practice, not just a past qualification.
The qualification matters most where workplace risks are real and operations are active, such as manufacturing, logistics, construction, maintenance, energy, and healthcare. It is also valuable during site openings, restructuring, audits, and incident reviews. A Sifa freelancer is especially useful when a company needs on-site assessment and clear, practical follow-up.
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