SAL TURCO
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ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH & SAFETY PROFESSIONAL
EHS LEADERSHIP STRATEGIC PLANNING RISK MANAGEMENT WELL-REGARDED EHS professional with a proven record in EHS Management system development and implementation. A valued business partner with a collaborative approach who is effective at engaging people at all organizational levels. Connecting to the hearts and minds of all associates is key to nurturing and growing the safety culture of an organization. RISK ASSESSMENT & CONTROL EHS MANAGEMENT SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT EHS AUDITING CONTRACTOR SAFETY PROBLEM-SOLVING TEAM BUILDING/LEADERSHIP
IMPLEMENTATION OF EHS PROGRAMS EXEMPLARY COMMUNICATION AND PRESENTATION SKILLS
CRSP (CANADIAN REGISTERED SAFETY PROFESSIONAL) No: 08-3503
WSIB CORE I & II CERTIFIED INDUSTRIAL & CONSTRUCTION SECTOR CERTIFIED
COR INTERNAL AUDITOR (2018)
B.Sc. Chemistry (1988) McMaster University, Hamilton, ON Regional EHS Manager (May -Dec. 2018) - PNR RAILWORKS
Developed and implemented roll out plan to achieve COR certification in six (6) months- Achieved high score and COR Certification in the seventh (7th) month
Re aligned and revitalized all of the Joint Health & Safety Committees. Trained the JHSC members on how to conduct proper and thorough workplace inspections
Coached & advised safety managers and coordinators regarding projects, tasks and operations
Developed, revised & updated HSE programs and procedures to align with corporate requirements while also satisfying COR and local regulatory requirements
Managed safety personnel, executed plans and contributed to overall strategies of HSE Resolved problems and redeployed resources to address business needs
Served as an advisor to first responder teams and other emergency services.
Ensured that corrective & preventative actions related to incidents, observations, audits, inspections are tracked and completed in a timely manner CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
CORE EXPERTISE
CERTIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
SAL TURCO
4 SHOEMAKER CRES GUELPH, ON, N1K 1J7 519-***-**** ada9jc@r.postjobfree.com 2 EHS Manager (Oct 2016-Jan 2018) -NESTLE WATERS
Conducted Ergonomic assessments using Nestlé's Risk Reckoner Tool and identified those tasks that require additional engineering to reduce the MSD risk
Ensured compliance with regulations, municipal, provincial and Federal
Developed SHE Objectives & Targets, programs, policies to mitigate risks and drive continuous improvement to obtain Zero SHE incidents
Provided Leadership skills, training and communication to all levels of organization
Successfully underwent ISO 14001 recertification audit
Successfully underwent OHSAS 18001external audit
Liaison with WSIB, MOL, MOECC and other external agencies as required
Managed one direct report
EHS Manager (Jan 2015-Sept 2016) GENERAL ELECTRIC
Ensured compliance with federal, provincial & local EHS regulations
Develop plans to ensure compliance of plant operations with government regulatory agency requirements relating to air, water and waste
Lead Implementation of all GE EHS & Security programs including all Gensuite Web tools
Drove operationalization of EHS and security across all functions
Participated and incorporated EHS into NPIs and process/production changes
Liaised, cultivated and strengthened solid relationships with internal and external stakeholders including regulators
Successfully underwent ISO 14001 audit
Responsible for developing and promoting a healthy and safe work environment for all employees
Managed one direct report
Corporate EHS Manager (Nov 2013-Dec 2014) - POLARPAK
Ensure that all facilities (6 sites, 600+ employees) were in compliance with Health & Safety legislation and corporate requirements
Designed, implemented & maintained health and safety policies, processes and programs
Lead & coached supervisors and other staff on EHS matters and benchmark practices across the group for continuous improvement
Designed & conducted training and communication on Health & Safety compliance requirements for management, staff and JHS Committees using internal and external resources
Managed all WSIB claims
Corporate Contact with respect to C-TPAT (Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism).
Managed two direct reports
Consultant/Trainer (Sept 2010 – Oct 2013) OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY GROUP
Lead consultant for the Occupational Safety Group across Canada
Assisted clients in passing audits (WORKWELL, ISNETWORLD, CLIENTS INTERNAL)
Performed Hazard Analysis for clients or teach them how to perform them
Developed Health & Safety Policy Manuals, along with the development of custom policies or procedures
Performed training, such as JHSC Part I & II, Due Diligence, Canada Labour Code Training, Supervisor Competency Training, WHMIS Training, Workplace Inspection Training, etc…
Performed mutli site audits across Canada for clients SAL TURCO
4 SHOEMAKER CRES GUELPH, ON, N1K 1J7 519-***-**** ada9jc@r.postjobfree.com 3
Developed Fire Safety & Emergency Response Planning for clients EHS Officer (Sept 2001-Sept 2010) -APOTEX PHARMACHEM INC
Developed & implemented Safety, Health, Environmental and security procedures and policies
Developed & delivered in-house Health & Safety training
Managed construction safety on over 100M in projects & performed Contractor Safety orientation for over 1,800 contractors (over 8 years)
Developed, implemented a comprehensive security upgrade project, CCTV, card access, high security locks, perimeter fencing and lighting
Successfully managed WSIB claims, appeals and early & safe return to work programs
Reviewed Master Batch Records to ensure that the process is going to be performed safely and complies with all environmental/safety requirements
Developed and implemented capital projects relating to environmental, health & safety
Prepared safety metrics, which included incident/injury analysis and trending EHS Manager (Jan-Aug 2001)-DELUXE TORONTO
Responsible for the management of the environmental, health and safety programs at three facilities: Film processing plant (310 employees), Post-production sound facility (70 employees) Construction site of new facility being built
Manage WSIB Claims and arrange for employee's return under a modified work program.
Certified Management Member of three (3) Joint Health and Safety Committees.
Coordination of Accident Investigations and development of Accident Investigation Program.
Project and Budget Management
BDH INC., (E.Merck KGaA)
EHS Manager (1998-2000), Associate, Regulatory Affairs (1997-1998) Co-ordinator, Regulatory Affairs(1994-1997) Specialist, Technical Affairs (1989-1994)
Worked closely with Environmental Consultants in the closure and divestiture of the BDH Manufacturing facility - Phase I, II Environmental Assessments, Lead, PCB & Asbestos Surveys, bioremediation of surrounding soil & groundwater. This occurred over an eight- (8) month period.
Developed Health and Safety Program. Successfully went through a WORKWELL audit and achieved a passing score after a three-month period
Development and maintenance of the Emergency Response Plan, which includes a Crisis Communications plan
Fire Brigade Leader, and responsible for fire prevention, protection and training - managed project which involved the retrofit of the facility's Fire Alarm and Emergency Lighting system
Development and Implementation of Procedures and Policies suitable for this facility, such as: Emergency Response Planning, Crisis Communications, Fire Safety Plan, Corporate Health & Safety Policies, Evacuation/Life Safety Procedures
Lead ISO 9002 Auditor for 5 years
Developed a Regulatory Affairs Department
Creation and revision of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for products marketed in Canada and the USA
Filed DIN submissions for Haemodialysis Drug Products, over 50 successfully obtained
Supervised the Regulatory Affairs Specialist