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Safety Officer/Supervisor

Location:
Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana
Posted:
May 16, 2024

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REALITY KORMLA AYIKOE

SUMMARY

I currently work in the waste

management industry as the

health and safety supervisor

for the Tamale Wastewater

Treatment Plant.

My adaptability, personal

drive, and teachable spirit

have helped me to work and

gain valuable experience

across industries like power,

oil, and gas.

I am currently looking for a

place where my efforts will

be commensurately

rewarded while I contribute

my quota to the team.

CONTACT

PHONE:

+233(0)-201-281-780

+233(0)-242-186-044

EMAIL:

ad5qu1@r.postjobfree.com

EDUCATION

University of Ghana

September 2005 – May 2009

Bachelor of Arts

Sociology Major with

Political Science Minor

WORK HISTORY

Sewerage Systems Ghana Limited

Position: Health and Safety Supervisor

January 2023 to date

I had oversite responsibility of the health and safety management system of the Tamale wastewater treatment plant

Therefore, I had to do the following very quickly: o develop an HSE work plan for the plant;

o conduct a plant pre-operation risk assessment;

o institute a hazard tracking and risk control programme; o develop ISO 45001 standard documents for records, logs, plans, and procedures; develop

o safe work procedures for desilting underground tanks (confined space); develop safe work procedures for other high-risk activities like working in open tanks and working at height;

o develop emergency response procedures; and

o develop and institute a fire safety plans, response procedures, equipment inspection, and training. Thus, achieving the following

Improved workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing targeted action plans.

Enhanced employee understanding of health and safety protocols through comprehensive training sessions.

Reduced the number of workplace accidents by proactively identifying potential hazards and addressing them promptly.

Collaborated with management to develop effective emergency response procedures, resulting in improved preparedness for potential incidents.

Partnered with HR teams on employee wellness initiatives that supported overall workforce health, contributing to increased productivity levels across the organisation.

Establishing job safety analysis and personal protective equipment requirement for every job on site.

Professional Certificates

IGC in Occupational Health

and Safety by Nebosh

Confined Space Certificate

from Takoradi Technical

University, Jubilee Training

Centre

SKILLS

Hazard Identification

and Risk Assessment

Training and

Presentation skills

Regulatory

Compliance

Incident Reporting

and Accident

Investigation

Workplace

Inspections

Manual Handling

Safety Audits

Personal Protective

Equipment

Permit to Work

Systems

Confined Space Entry

Lockout and Tag out

Procedures

Fall Protection

Emergency

Preparedness

Aksa Energy Ghana

Position: Safety Officer

November 2020 to October 2022

o Maintenance workers active monitoring, work flow data control, contractor staff monitoring, and general activity monitoring on site.

o Improved workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing necessary control measures. o Reduced accident rates with consistent monitoring of employee compliance with safety protocols.

o Conducted regular safety audits, identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective actions promptly.

o Promoted a culture of safety through engaging workshops and training sessions for employees on various topics such as hazard identification, PPE usage, and incident reporting. o Increased employee awareness of potential hazards by creating informative signage throughout the facility.

o Developed effective lockout and tag out procedures to minimise risks associated with equipment maintenance activities. o Championed regular toolbox talks on various safety topics, contributing to a well-informed workforce committed to safe practices.

o Implemented an effective near-miss reporting system that encouraged employees'' involvement in identifying potential hazards before accidents occurred.

o Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.

Extrail Catering & Camp Management

Position: Utility/Safety rep

Offshore-Takoradi Ghana

January 2020 - May 2020

o Manual handling training, fire and equipment safety presentations, chemical hazard risk aversion training, offloading containers on the deck, mess hall cleaning setting up.

o Reduced accident rates by implementing comprehensive safety training programs for employees.

o Promoted a proactive approach to injury prevention through toolbox talks and pre-shift meetings focusing on relevant safety topics. o Leveraged interpersonal skills to build rapport with employees from diverse backgrounds, fostering an inclusive atmosphere conducive to effective teamwork.

o Facilitated COSHH and Drug or substance abuse training for staff REFERENCES

Mr. Joseph Yeboah Siaw,

GhISEP, SIIRSM

MANAGER, HEALTH AND SAFETY

Sewerage Systems Ghana

Limited

Mob.: +233 (0-542-***-***

Phone: +233 (0-50-128-****

Email:

ad5qu1@r.postjobfree.com

Mr. Samuel Pamford Kojo

Essuman,

Charted Environmentalist

HEAD, ENVIRONMENT HEALTH AND

SAFETY

Aksa Energy Company

Ghana

Phone: +233 (0-26-097-****

Email:

ad5qu1@r.postjobfree.com

Mr. Richard John Goodall

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

A Child Unheard Foundation

Phone: +44-797-***-****

Email:

ad5qu1@r.postjobfree.com

Zeal Environmental Technologies

Position: Safety Rep/Confined Space entrant expert Vessel: The Maersk Viking drill Ship

Feb 2019–July 2019

Emergency rescue party and first aid training

Ensuring all confined space activities follow the safe working method

Conducting toolbox talk

Securing permits to work

Confined space expert entry

Cleaning Oil based mud tank, waste tank, bulk storage for cement and barite

Newco catering & logistics

Position: Steward

Vessel: The Lancelot barge

March 2018–Feb 2019

o Offloading containers on the deck, mess hall cleaning, and setting up. o Ensured the cleanliness and sanitation of dining areas, adhering to strict hygiene standards for a healthy environment. o Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and attending to passenger needs.

o Conducted regular quality checks on food items, ensuring freshness and reducing waste through the timely rotation of stock. o Performed thorough cleaning tasks after each shift, maintaining a spotless work area for colleagues and patrons alike. o Maintained accurate inventory management for food supplies and tableware, avoiding shortages or overstocking issues. A Child Unheard Foundation Ghana

Position: Project Manager

Feb 2016–Jan 2018

Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and fire legislation

We established a safe system of work by identifying hazards and carrying out risk assessments

We conducted routine site inspections to engender compliance with safety standards and working procedures

Incident/accident were a few minor injuries that were properly investigated

Prepared and presented regular updates and reports for senior management

Provided advice and guidance to students and staff on a range of safety issues such as fire regulations & hazardous substances

Organised training sessions and toolbox talks for workers The project was successfully closed out

Valinor Fish Farm Project

Global Agricultural Foundation

Position: Site Manager Trainee & Safety Officer

June 2014–October 2015

o Ensuring vehicle & equipment safety

o Ensuring H&S legislations are adhered to, through a proper waste management system

o Arranging first-aid training for members of staff o Managing third-party contractors on site

o Carrying out routine workplace inspections

o Giving expert safety advice to all stakeholders

o I participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers.

o I was in charge of procuring the fish feed and transportation. Safeway Estates and Agro Company Ltd

Position: Corporate Development Officer

February 2011 - November 2013

o Soliciting for new business opportunities

o Effective sales presentations and pitches.

o Developing suitable packages or portfolios for clients. o Conducting site tours for prospective clients and providing answers to client questions



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