Safety Health
Resume:
Oral A. Semple
Bell west housing scheme.
Canal No2. West Bank Demerara.
Guyana. 592-***-****.
*************@*****.***
Summary Objective
A bright and enthusiastic individual with over sixteen (16) years extensive HSE experience, commercial awareness and operational understanding of the risks and processes relating to maintaining a safe working environment. I am committed to the highest standard of health and safety, and is an expert at ensuring that risk is eliminated or minimized in the workplace. I am a focused and results driven professional, who can quickly establish confidence and rapport through an assertive and caring manner. Right now, I am looking to work for a suitable company that gives its employees unparalleled opportunities for personal development, responsibility and training, and contribute to the success of the company.
QUALIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES:
oAdvanced IT Skills - MS Outlook, Office 365 (Word, Excel, OneDrive) and SAP
oExperience to maintain safety at all construction sites
oThorough knowledge of OSHA construction standards
oImmense knowledge of power system operations
oAbility to inspect various facilities
oTeam Skills
oAbility to Learn
oCommunication Skills
oAbility to design effective construction programs
oExcellent communication skills in both oral and written forms
oSchedule management
oCustomer-oriented and service-minded
oAbility to resolve all issues in programs
oProficient in interpreting technical data
oCustomer Focus
oAbility to Analyze
oOffice and business administrative duties
oSecretarial functions.
oOffice management procedures
oOffshore Wind Turbine Industry experience
oChange Orientation
oExpert with HSE standards
ACHEIEVEMENT
oCoordinated with HSE teams and internal groups for programs.
oPrepared HSE educational materials for all employees.
oEvaluated various functional management education programs.
oAnalyzed construction HSE methods and practices.
oPerformed safety root cause evaluations for transmission group.
oProvided HSE support for all capital construction projects.
oDeveloped efficient Safety strategies to identify hazards at site.
oPrepared and evaluated HSE reports for all property damage.
oDesigned required HSE polices and codes for all safety activities.
oPerformed regular Safety inspection on site to prevent accidents.
oOrganized and conducted Safety training classes for personnel.
oParticipated in construction evaluation processes for activities.
oPerformed a regular audit of safety supplies and ordered new supplies, including safety goggles, vests and jackets
oLed Safety seminars designed to teach construction workers the proper way to lift heavy objects, work on roofs and perform other tasks on the job
oResearch incidents that occurred on job sites and writing reports regarding the injuries that occurred
oCreated detailed Safety reports for local workers compensation offices following on the job accidents
oIdentified workers making frequent safety mistakes and alerted them of the issue
oVisited job sites to ensure that workers followed the proper Safety steps to protect themselves, the environment and job sites
oProvided workers with written reports regarding issues and problems identified in the field
oEnsured that all workers had Safety goggles, vests, gloves and other safety gears.
oMet with witnesses and injured parties prior to writing reports following workplace accidents
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Health and Safety Officer/Specialist
Brazilian Civil Engineering Contractors (South America)
Jan 04/2020 – October 2020
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
Executive
Staying up-to-date on information provided by the Government, WHO and WHS/HSE regulator about the best ways to eliminate or minimize the risk of exposure to COVID-19
Regularly consulting with workers and their health and safety representatives on the risks of COVID-19 in the workplace and ideas for eliminating or minimizing them.
Regularly inspecting the workplace to observe how and if the control measures in place are being applied.
Defend against the spread of COVID-19
Return to Work Protocol – Workplace Safety
Preventing Cross Contamination – High Risk Spots
Social distancing – Work Environment/Toilets/Canteen/etc.
First Aid Responders - PPE
Managing Meetings & Deliveries
Emergency Duties - Dealing with COVID-19 Suspects
Facilities and Office Management
Cleaning & Waste Management
HSSE office management inventory audit, fire and electrical safety
Thoroughfares (Access and Egress),workstations and Surrounding areas
Storage, warehouse and bond facilities,
Electrical, master controls – whole workplace
Bathrooms and toilets, canteen and eating areas,
Industrial hygiene and sanitation
Room heaters, air conditioners and ventilation,
Plant, vehicle, tools, machinery and equipment
Hazardous substances (Chemical Safety) and flammable products.
Personal protective equipment (PPE),
Gas Cylinders, technology learning environment
Housekeeping, first aid, emergency management, and fire safety
Information, Communication and Cooperation
Communicate safety information
Communicate lab-specific COVID-19-related safety practices and protocols to lab members and act as a resource for the lab for COVID-19 safety information.
Ensure that all personnel know and follow established safe work procedures in accordance with safety protocols and the lab’s re-entry plan.
Attend Department and Institutional HSE meetings and convey the information shared there to field workers, offices staff, and senior secretarial and lab members.
Establish a plan to communicate with the Core Director regularly about lab COVID-19 safety.
Notify Core Director of any major changes in safety recommendations and protocols.
Promote compliance with safety protocols and procedures
Serve as the first level contact and response for COVID-19 safety and compliance concerns within each lab/core.
Work with the PI/Core Director to coordinate follow-up for identified compliance concerns.
If a compliance concern is unable to be resolved within the lab, or if there are continuing or serious non-compliance concerns, work with the Core Director to notify the Dept.
Conduct virtual or in-person COVID-19 safety assessments with the department and/or EHS.
Ensure continuous coverage for responding to safety concerns Present in lab at least 3 days/week to ensure fulfillment of primary responsibilities.
Administration and Development
Responsible for overseeing and supporting HSE safety tasks
Administrator in writing of specific COVID-19 non-compliance in the lab
Support Site Manager and Site HSE Coordinator on COVID-19 issues and support for proper planning social distancing during operation.
Ongoing control of compliance with our client and WHO requirements, recommendations and guidelines for the COVID-19 situation.
Assistance in updating documentation for COVID-19 situation.
Continuous assessment and planning of implementing mitigation measures to reduce the risk for outbreak or spreading the COVID-19 virus at site.
Develop Risk assessment related to the COVID-19 situation
Develop Method Statement related to safe work during the COVID-19 situation.
Contact person for all aspects of COVID-19 situation.
Implement and develop instruction of our client’s employees, Client, subcontractors and visitors in the project-specific HSE plan or in the project-specific occupational safety requirements.
Provide COVID-19 guidance, support or training as necessary.
Site COVID-19 reporting (Incidents, suspected cases etc.).
Assist in incident investigation and communicate COVID-19 lessons learned.
Assist Site HSE Coordinator to ensure having plans and documentation for proper PPE that can be used during the COVID-19 situation in accordance to Contractors, our clients, or WHO recommendation, requirements or guidelines.
Developing Emergency response plans to handle COVID-19 incidents at site.
Give Emergency response team training of handling COVID-19 incidents at site (First aid, evacuation of site, cleaning of areas, fencing off areas etc.).
Perform site inspections focus on social distancing and COVID-19 situation and support during site audits (including Contractors and Sub-Contractors).
Involvement in Permit to Work process related to the COVID-19 situation (shall Quality check all COVID-19 PTW's on behalf of Site Manager).
Participate in site HSE meetings.
Ensure that COVID-19 requirements, recommendations and guidelines relevant for specific tasks are met (e.g. as defined according to legislation, contractual requirements, our client’s requirements or requirements coming from project documentation such as method statements or risk assessments)
Perform daily monitoring of site activities in the form of informal site tours, which are performed regularly during each shift to ensure that all activities are carried out in a safe manner.
Communicate and enhance good cooperation and coordination between all parties on site as well as towards project team.
Office and Work Sight Supervision
Health and safety documentation maintenance,
Site management, hygiene, return to work process – Sites.
Travel to / from work, prevention of cross contamination,
Sites social distancing, communal and welfare areas.
Site walkways and general access, first aid responder guidance, management of meetings.
Management of deliveries, close working, COVID-19 Suspect / confirmed cases.
Return to work process – worker, cleaning spaces following suspected / confirmed Cases
Statutory training updates and additional information sources
Office facilities management: canteen, toilets, guest/waiting area and drying rooms etc.)
Ensure a well aired room with windows that can be open
Hand sanitizer or/and gloves made available to all trainees
Ensure a minimum of two (2) meters between each trainee
Ensure all hard surfaces cleaned before and after the training course
Ensure no other personnel allowed in the room until the course has finished
Ensure no entry of personnel showing any symptoms of COVID-19
Pre-screening Covid-19 questionnaire completed and approved before employees turn on to duties.
Ensure all Government, HSE, and WHO guidelines be adhered to
Policies, Information and Maintenance
Support Departmental Health and Safety Director (DHSD) by making available time and resources as necessary
To implement the Company health and safety policies that are relevant to the activities within their department, in conjunction with HSE guidelines
Develop health and safety objectives with the DHS Department
To provide relevant information and training to staff, ensuring attendance as required
To ensure appropriate emergency procedures are in place for departmental activities, facilities and are practiced as necessary
To ensure that hazard identification and management is effective and documentation is maintained
To raise hazard management issues with the HSE Director where the issue cannot be managed at the departmental level or is likely to have implications for the wider worksites.
To provide reports to the HSE Director on health and safety progress and meeting of objectives
To participate in health and safety audits
Ensure accident/incident reporting and investigation is thorough
Meet regularly (at least quarterly) with the health and safety team members on COVID 19 issues.
To complete hazard identification and maintain hazards register including reviews of the register and hazard auditing
To maintain the accidents, register for the department and provide copies of accident forms to the H&S department
To report on hazard management issues that require further controls to the Director
To complete accident investigations and associated documentation
Co-operate with initiatives from the WHS/HSE Health and Safety Team
Liaise with Departmental Emergency Wardens to ensure emergency procedures are in place and practiced as necessary
Act as a resource for information on health and safety matters
Ensure that effective health and safety training, information and supervision is available to those who require it
To complete the staff induction for new staff with respect to the health and safety requirements
Collaborate with other departments and organizations as necessary
To actively promote Health & Safety into all aspects of the Departments activities
Skills and Qualifications:
oExperience on HSE on site and construction site
ooffshore and onshore health and safety management
oCPR and First Aid training
oSafety training certification
oGood knowledge in Microsoft Office tools.
oTeam player with excellent ability to cooperate with all functions on site.
oSkills and experience working as 'Paramedic' (Health, Mental and Physical).
oFirst aid certificate and ability to work as a "First-aider" on site.
oElectrical Safety Training.
oKnowledge of HSE regulations and ISO standards.
oExperience working with various regulatory bodies.
oEducated in Health, Safety and environmental regulations and requirements
oIOSH/NEBOSH.
HSE Expertise – Business / Office Management
oHSSE Office Management Inventory Audit
oFire and Electrical Office Management
oThoroughfares (Access and Egress)
oWorkstations and Surrounding Areas
oStorage, Warehouse and Bond Facilities
oElectrical Management
oMaster controls – whole workplace
oBathrooms and Toilets
oCanteen and Eating Areas
oHygiene
oRoom Heaters, Air Conditioners and Ventilation
oPlant, Machinery and Equipment
oHazardous Substances (Chemical Safety)
oPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)
oGas Cylinders
oTechnology Learning Environment
oHousekeeping
oFirst Aid
oEmergency Management
oFire Safety
Global Project & Construction Safety Manager
Bras Offshore and Engineering Company, Brazil
03/2018 – 08/2020
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
Executive
Lead and deliver O&M services to offshore renewable energy assets.
Work on assets in offshore meteorological masts, wind turbines, OFTO assets including onshore and offshore substations, foundations and export cables.
Ensure that these services are delivered safely and in accordance with contractual standards and specifications of HSE guidelines.
Secretarial and Administrative Assistant
Provide administrative support to HSE team
Perform data-entry, documentation, printing and filling duties
Manage and distribute HSE documents
Compile and prepare reports on monthly basis
Ensure vessel’s filing system is maintained and up to date
Assist in preparatory works in HSE when the company is taking delivery of new vessels
Disseminating new directives/information to vessels
Any other ad-hoc duties as assigned
Key Responsibilities
Assist HSE staff with administrative duties such as filing and transferring of received information into standard reporting/approved documentation formats.
Follow up/track level of accomplishment of action items derived from agreed action plans between HSE and other departments.
Liaise with Supervisors in the various shifts to ensure that reports required by HSE are prepared in a timely manner and also review the reports for accuracy and completeness
Maintenance and/or modification of department data collection system.
Provide training to HSE staff on filing and database encoding.
Generate necessary statistical reports as requested.
Compile statistical information for HSE Manager as requested.
Develop and maintain department inventory system including filing and monitoring of training roster.
Update and process documents as needed.
Order office supplies and monitor inventory.
Update and maintain mailing lists.
Maintain appropriate interpersonal relationships with employees, peers, and consumers.
Record, document and publish meeting minutes.
Facilitate special event registration and execution.
Assist with various program operations as requested as responsibilities permit.
Other duties as assigned.
Workers, Occupational Health and Safety
Developed and regulated safety and industrial hygiene programs for site specific safety programs
Developed and implemented Excel based safety audit program that identified areas of concerns and methods for abatement.
Metrics used to drive out inefficiencies in sub-contractors safety and training programs
Managed Safety Programs for subcontractors
Developed and implemented a corrective action tracking and incident system for safety measures
Conducted Safety Inspections for compliance with OSHA and EPA
Trained employees on applicable OSHA standards, tools and equipment
Supervised employees on building platforms and handrails
Coordinated construction activities and managed project interfaces
Evaluated contractor's Health and Safety Plan for compliance with government health and safety laws, and as it related to each specific site.
Inspected and evaluated workplace environments, equipment, and practices to ensure compliance with state-of the-art (safety) work practice and OSHA safety standards.
Generated technical reports of anomalies observed at infrastructures and structures at active construction sites using 'Scorecard' database.
Investigated construction accidents and determine cause of the incident, and any potential future threat to life or property.
Management of the design, bidding, contractor selection, material specification and selection, scheduling, purchasing, safety and project management of retail stores.
Managed over (190) and (97) remodeling store projects
Managed the largest/fastest growth program for the company
Developed, implemented and managed contractor Safety program, including project audits
Health and Safety Manager/Specialist
See Persaud Civil Engineering Company (Brazil)
07/2016 – 03/2018
Key Tasks
Maintain the HSE system (Sherlock and Synergy) and contribute towards the development
Engage with HSE back office to develop the company HSE plan and strategy
Conduct investigations on near-misses and accidents
Follow up on incidents via Synergy
Incident investigation, root cause analysis, Safety Inspections in accordance with the site management plan
Participate & contribute in site HSE meetings
Support in the execution of emergency exercises
Write HSE site specific procedures and instructions
Attend internal and external audits
Contribute towards Board governance reporting on HSE
Contributing to the site compliance to the standards that Company Offshore Wind Power holds
Ensure general compliance to national laws and regulations
Support Safety Culture Projects and others
Be active in campaigns / tool box talks / wind day activities
Participate in Emergency Response Plan
Ensure the validity of own safety certificates: Global Wind Organizations Standard Basic Safety Training (BST) etc.
Be proactive in maintaining competence level required for the role
Success Criteria/KPIs can be found in the individual PDD document in SAP.
Interfaces to Other Functions/ Departments and Stakeholders
Head of 'Site' Operations
Technical Site Supervisors
Site Assistants
Warehouse Coordinator
Operations Manager
Offshore Coordinator
Offshore Wind Power HSE advisors
QHSE departments
Offshore Wind Power technical back office
General Management Functions
Managing staff ranging from 30 up to 300 plus workers
Training, coaching, and assisting workers and new hires to ensure operational readiness
Facilitating safety meetings, implementing new practices and procedures to warrant safety compliance
Managing multiple sites, leading groups of laborers and contract workers
Investigating all accidental hazards and injuries to protect employee and company
Managing facility management
Conducted Industrial Hygiene and Safety inspections of all industrial and construction sites and to ensure all contractors are in compliance with OSHA standards.
Evaluated employers' safety and health programs to determine their effectiveness.
Provided technical expertise in the areas of injury & illness prevention, physical hazard assessment, identification of appropriate personal protective equipment, and safety standards interpretation.
Advised employer on abatement procedures and methods to achieve safety compliance.
Implemented policies and programs to ensure that workplace conditions comply with all local, state, and international safety requirements.
Assisted in risk assessment and participated in external audits/inspections.
Participated in safety & industrial hygiene reviews, routine safety inspections and incident investigations, making appropriate recommendations.
Managed and developed Loss Prevention Program
Managed the Construction Structured Safety and Environmental (SSEP) for the Engineering and Capital Projects Groups
Managed on-site Construction Safety Personnel during Installation Project and Hazardous Waste Remediation Program
Health and Safety Specialist/ Manager
Brazilian Engineering Company (South America)
14/2013 - 04/2016
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide construction safety support for refractory and insulation installations to facilities with high thermal energy sources while assuring compliance with local, state and international programs regarding all environmental, health and safety regulations.
Responsible for the development, implementation, and management of the corporate occupational safety and health program.
Provide client site specific training to employees as well as monitor activities on their sites
Deliver initial and refresher Training on activities including Pre-Job Briefs, scaffold, HAZCOM, confined space, lock out tag out, electrical safety, machine operations and industrial hygiene.
On-site construction safety management at General Hospital and community health centers
Ensure OSHA and WHS compliance for all trades and construction contractors
Review and recordkeeping of risk assessments, hazard communication, etc.
Communicate with contractors with injured worker(s) and share return to work strategy
Represent the company with local governments, authorities, working groups and organizations - in coordination with the other HSSE functions on the project and in the existing terminal
Partner with respective job site superintendents to develop a project site logistics plan
Make sure emergency preparedness and crisis communication protocols internally and externally are arranged
Provide leadership on the maintenance for inventory of PPE and safety materials
Develop the project HSSE vision and strategy, with goals, targets and objectives for the lifetime of the project
To establish the structure and tools to ensure construction phase is preconditioned for success through all phases up to project go-live
Health and Safety Manager
Mohammed Construction Company S.A. Limited
08/2010 – 11/2013
Evaluate construction safety, health and environmental risks on campus and ensure on-site safety and health compliance
Responsible for conducting construction safety inspections, implementing safety training programs, conducting accident investigation, investigate and manage claims and evaluate and inspect subcontractors to ensure compliance with government and local regulations
Support, identifying and providing solutions for construction and environmental hazards
Ensure projects are completed with proper workmanship and that they comply with regulatory codes, plans and specifications and are completed within budget and schedule
Act as principal liaison with clients and contractors to facilitate construction
Develop construction health, safety and inspection procedures and programs and monitors safety compliance to reduce risks
Compile, analyze, and interpret statistical data related to the construction safety program
Leads efforts to improve contractor safety competency of project teams through the development project safety management systems, tools, support materials and training.
Assesses effectiveness of progress and provides coaching to project teams during project visits
Working knowledge of Workers Compensation regulations
Develop and propose construction worker safety recognition program and/or events for management review
Request and review contractor pre-task plans and JSA’s.
Provide feedback and mentoring as necessary
Frequently communicate with key project shareholders and participate in weekly job safety meetings with construction site personnel and with project management team
Develop and maintain a communication and engagement program; including an introduction to the Project
Perform regular audits on all construction sites, construction trailers and provide constructive corrective input for action
Health and Safety Consultant / Adviser
Johnson and Johnson Contracting Services (West Indies) Limited
12/2007 - 05/2010
Primary Accountabilities
Originating and developing large scale Onshore Wind and Solar HSE regulations through to a successful project outcome.
Evaluating potential acquisition opportunities
Keeping abreast of changing policy affecting our projects
Sourcing new sites through GIS skills, liaising with land agents or other activities.
Understanding what makes a viable renewable project and increasing the completeness of our projects
Negotiating heads of terms with landowners and subsequent option and lease agreements.
Managing all stakeholders including land agents and internal and external legal resources
Initiating any required environmental and technical assessments to support the project feasibility and consent applications. Managing external consultants who will contribute to these activities.
Complying with the HSE project governance process including (our) Business Management System, budgeting and monthly reporting.
Challenging the business to improve performance
Representing the Development and Consents Team in key meetings both internally and externally, including dealing with the public, public officials and consultees
Ensuring that you and those around you work safely to achieve Zero Harm and improve safety culture
Handling the onshore and offshore scheduled work (planning and delivery phases)
Preparing budgets and contract variations, tracking budgets and invoicing
Producing and reviewing Risk Assessments and Method Statements
Procurement of 3rd party services, tools and equipment
carrying out Inspection and planned maintenance of onshore and offshore assets
Reactive maintenance of electrical and mechanical elements
Creation of reports to issue to client
oProject manage planned and reactive offshore activities
oLead an onshore/offshore team in the execution of the work
oPlan maintenance services involving difficult access
oAbility to maintain and fault find within data logging and communication systems
oOn-Call: participate in a call out rotation to provide emergency response outside of normal working hours.
oSupport the production and review of procedures, processes and technical literature
oDraft and/or provide inputs into proposals and related cost books
oAssist with the management & control of both client owned and Offshore department tools, equipment and PPE
Policies, Training, and Advisory
Identifying hazardous conditions and practices in the workplace.
Leading a small cross-functional team to establish standards and ensure that potential hazards are identified, understood and controlled.
Reviewing and overseeing safety procedures.
Organizing in-house health & safety training for managers and employees.
Carrying out site safety inspections.
Making changes to working practices.
Ensuring the safe installation of new equipment.
Identifying probable risks.
Giving advice on safety matter to senior managers.
Ensuring that all safety activities are appropriately documented.
Ensuring the safe installation of new equipment.
Promoting and developing a positive and proactive safety culture.
Providing training, assistance and mentoring to team members.
Giving high quality responses to regulatory queries.
Keeping abreast of Health & Safety legislation.
Responding quickly to any emergencies.
Advising on the purchase of safety equipment.
Writing up accident, injury and property damage reports.
Presenting information to top management and public groups.
Health and Safety Officer
Khan Construction/ Engineering Company, Limited
09/2003 – 04/2007
Careful observation of construction site safety activities.
Conduct daily safety audits/inspections to ensure compliance with government regulations.
Ensure all safety sings are visible, adequate and at strategic points on all work sites.
Verify required safety documents.
Check for potential safety issues.
Conduct random on-site safety inspections and report any violations.
Respond to emergency safety issues.
Well-versed in local, state and international safety standards.
Confirm that all state health and safety regulations are being followed.
Verified that workers were properly outfitted with hard hats and safety vests.
Prepared required safety reports detailing all on-site inspections.
Implemented safety program procedures for each site.
Conducted random safety inspections.
Filled out required paperwork following any on-site incidents.
Maintain all emergency assembling / fire points
Informing staff of the procedures to be followed in the event of an emergency or any other serious occurrence.
Managing the Health & Safety company budget.
Delivering site inductions to new members of staff.
Ensuring that the scene of a serious incident is made safe and preserved for investigation.
Educating company personnel on safety matters.
Carrying out safety audits.
Ensuring the organization complies with all current health and safety legislation.
Monitoring the implementation of the company’s Health and Safety Management Systems.
Ensuring that all relevant employees are fully trained up in key
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