Health Safety
Resume:
Dear Hiring Professional,
You may have gone through so many applications submitted to you for the advertised post of “Health, and Safety Specialist”, be that as it may, I am certain that I stand out, and I am writing here with full confidence and believe that I have an exceptional range of abilities that are not at all common and that additionally particularly line up with the capabilities you are looking for, and I am sure I would make a significant option to your association.
With a degree in Health and Safety from the Western University and more than four years’ of working experience in the similar field, I gained an in-depth knowledge and skills to address hazards and risks at the workplace and to promote a healthy working environment. Health and Safety are there to protect people working and the public surrounding that area and is essential to follow to the letter.
My education and job experience has helped me in acquiring a well-rounded skill set, including first-rate strategic planning and program management abilities, job hazard analysis, and implementing procedural and policy based on best practices and in line with the legal requirements, with a clear vision of achieving a safe and risk free working environment for the staff.
My expertise is not only limited to Health and Safety, but I am also certified “Advance Trainer” from the Johns Hopkins University, with exceptional training skills that include curriculum development, implementing and evaluating trainings. I am an internationally trained physician and a certified CPR/First Aid trainer from Red Cross Canada. My previous experience has helped me in conducting ergonomic assessments and training staff on how to avoid musculoskeletal injuries. My two Masters in Public Health helped me master the skills of data management, research, program evaluation, and health promotion.
My experience in implementing LEAN and SIX SIGMA in the workplace has resulted in an elimination of waste in procedures, improved work environment, and enhanced staff satisfaction.
I am a very organized individual who likes to ensure that my work is done to an excellent standard and feel that a career within Health and Safety is exciting and challenging which is what I am looking for.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Muhammad Waqar Saleem
MUHAMMAD WAQAR SALEEM
2969 Kingsway Dr, Unit 702, Kitchener Ontario
********@*********.**, *******@*******.***
Summary of Skills
Background in ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 from providing support in the ISO certification process for Community Health Center, Guelph as well as through relevant academic coursework at the Western University, London, Ontario.
Equipped with strong conflict resolution and people management skills due to high level of interaction with management, employees, and contractors while working for The City of Brantford regarding health and safety concerns and projects.
Demonstrated high motivation and leadership through initiatives such as designing and implementing LEAN/SBMR quality improvement process at the Guelph Community Health Center, resulting in an improved staff motivation and client satisfaction, and was verified and appreciated by the external auditors from Canadian Center of Accreditation. .
Strong organization skills and multi-tasking capability by demonstrating strong group-work in the Western University academic projects (The city of Brantford – Ergonomic assessment, training, and quality improvement).
Trained and capable in WHMIS 2015 as well as health and safety training at the Guelph Community Health Center, Guelph, Ontario.
Relevant Experience
Guelph Community Health Center.
Project Lead – Health and Safety September 2018-Present
Reviewed and analyzed accident investigation reports and ensure timely actions to prevent a recurrence. Managed WSIB claims, including RTW/Modified Work Programs and lost time statistics. Reduced Lost Time Injuries by over 80% by implementing a ‘Safety Culture’ which included providing training to management and employees.
Updated, and implemented Health, Safety & Environmental programs at the Guelph CHC in accordance with Provincial, Federal, and local regulations. Applied Environmental and Safety applications (Enablon) to increase compliance, improve safety and mitigate risk. Interfaced with government agencies to maintain regulatory compliance, successful in achieving a hundred percent in health and safety during the accreditation audit.
Developed building emergency plan and trained staff in handling emergencies resulted in having a group of “code coordinators” well trained to address a variety of possible emergencies at site.
Reviewed storage of controlled products and document inspections, ensuring materials are appropriately labeled and stored, and relevant MSDS/SDS information has been made available.
Chaired the Joint Health and Safety Committee meetings to ensure that all health and safety concerns are addressed in a timely manner.
Managed the budget for the Environmental, Health and Safety department and implemented cost savings.
The City of Brantford, Brantford, Ontario
Health and Safety Internee April 2018 to August 2018
Provided leadership and participated in the Joint Health & Safety Committee meetings, ensured timely action on all outstanding issues, and kept an updated record of all the meetings.
Conducted ergonomic assessment and trained 60 staff on office ergonomics.
Conducted a review of the accidents, incidents, and near-miss data, defined trends, presented findings to the management, and developed plans, and received approval to implement strategies to avoid such events (resulted in the development, adoption, and implementation of a new orientation sessions for contractors, new staff, volunteers, etc.).
Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) Manager
Schlumberger Oil Field Services July 1997 to February 1999
Led the processes and activities to reduce potential injury/accidents at the workplace. Reviewed and supported the management to ensure timeliness of accident investigation and follow through on corrective action and root cause analysis. The efforts resulted in achieving the status of top performing oil rig in health and safety of the region.
Maintained First Aid Room inventory, PPE supplies, and Spill kit supplies.
Managed the Heat Stress Program and ensured adequate heat-relief supplies are available. Conducted educational sessions for the staff on heat management, resulted in an eight percent drop in the incident of heat-related issues.
Conducted daily safety hurdle with the staff, discussed issues, and kept staff updated on matters related to health and safety.
Lead monthly safety training for all employees on site and ensured workers were aware of duties and responsibilities
Developed and implemented emergency preparedness plans and led site-specific emergency drills.
Conducted regular site inspections and audits to maintain strong accessibility to worker concerns and issues.
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Security Guard May 2014 to July 2017
Barber Collins Security Services, Waterloo, Ontario
Patrolled industrial and commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates.
Advisor Health Services (based at Pakistan) October 2010 to August 2012
JHPIEGO (an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University)
Implemented LEAN and SIX SIGMA in health care settings.
A certified "advance trainer" from Johns Hopkins University and gained extensive experience of safety training needs, developing learning resource packages based on the need assessment, and conducting and evaluating trainings.
Family Physician (certified to practice clinical medicine in Pakistan).
A family physician with a rich experience in family medicine and emergency medicine.
EDUCATION
Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, Western University, London, ON. (Sept 2017 to Aug 2018).
Master’s in public health, (MPH) University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON. (Aug 2012 to Sep 2014).
Master’s in public health, (MPH) Sarhad University, Peshawar, Pakistan.
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), Pakistan.
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