Dirk Sohn

Dirk Sohn is a Professor of Industrial Safety Management at the Technische Hochschule Georg Agricola (THGA) and Head of the Master's program in Industrial Safety Management. He serves as an Ombudsperson for Science at THGA and holds an extensive background in occupational health and safety, risk assessment, and hazardous substances regulation.

• Education: Diploma in Engineering (Mining) from RWTH Aachen, Certificate in Law from FernUni Hagen, and Doctorate in Engineering Sciences from RWTH Aachen (2001).

Research Interests include global risk assessment frameworks, safety culture development, technical safety systems, and regulatory compliance for hazardous substances. His work bridges engineering, industrial safety, and organizational leadership, with a focus on cross-sectoral knowledge transfer and sustainable safety practices.

Recent Publications emphasize industrial risk mitigation strategies, chemical safety protocols, and behavioral safety interventions, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to operational safety. Key themes span from computer-aided risk documentation to international collaborations in mining safety.

Training and Certifications include State-certified Safety Engineer (2000), QM Auditor (2002), Health Management (2007), and Sustainability Management (2016). He has held leadership roles in corporate safety at TÜV Rheinland and E.ON Ruhrgas AG, alongside teaching engagements at institutions like RWTH Aachen and TÜV Rheinland Academy.