Safety Officer Hse

EMMANUEL KWAME ATTIAH – Msc.OHS, IRCA OHS Lead Auditor, Grad IOSH, CRPO

Tarkwa - Ghana, West Africa

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Corporate level HSE Professional in Extractive Industry

HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT MANAGER

Versatile & high energy professional with advanced knowledge and experience in Occupational Health, Safety and Security practices as well as HSE Management Standards. Excellent ability to strategize & develop organizational HSE policy & objectives looking beyond zero incident scenario, and deliver projects in consistence with organization’s HSE Policy and mandates of local Government Authorities. Champion compliance assurance by imbibing strong HSE culture, awareness building, and integrating compelling HSE practices in business processes. Thoroughly conversant with risks & hazards associated with complex & high scale projects, and track record of success in delivering multimillion dollar geographically divergent multiple concurrent projects with Zero LTI.

Results oriented leader with strong project implementation experience, over-seeing a team of professionals, (Local Nationals and Expats) on multi-million/billion-dollar budget projects. Effective communicator, planner, and decision maker with exceptional capabilities in managing multiple, concurrently running tasks. Team player and team leader with a strong belief in personal work ethic and accountability

Strong qualifications in corporate management, leadership, project management, directing large complex multiple site projects concurrently and leading teams to consistently exceed performance targets, quality standards and rigorous expectations in a time-intensive deadline-driven environment.

Areas of Expertise

HSE Planning Cycle

HSE Policy Management

Operations Management

HSE Strategy Management

Projects HSE Consultancy

Compliance Management

Incidents Investigations

Incidents & Loss Prevention

Performance Management

HSE Audits & Surveillance

Training & Development

HSE Systems Management

Executive Synopsis

Astute Professional with over 11 years of insightful experience in Extractive industry with well-rounded exposure in development, implementation, monitoring, review, and dynamic realignment of Health & Safety Management Systems (ISO45001 & OHSAS 18001) and Policies to sustain a business compliant organization

Hands on leadership experience in risk and hazards management, HAZOP analysis, site HSE administration, root cause analysis of incidents, corrective action plan recommendation for preventing incidents recurrence, non-conformances

Deft at developing & benchmarking HSE performance, measurement & evaluation of performance, performance enhancement

Credited with advanced NEBOSH qualifications, IOSH training, and multitude of professional training courses covering entire gamut of OHS Acts/Laws, Regulations and Codes of Best Practice, as well as their management

Visible leadership attributes, concrete management skills - effective communication, interpersonal liaison, networking and presentation skills, decision making & problem solving ability, managing performance through coaching/mentoring/training

Career highlights

Assisted to check safety compliance from the construction to commissioning and operational stage of Asanko Gold Mine, Ghana

Played a pivotal role in making Asanko Gold Mine as the best mining company for the year 2018 and 2019 respectively by the Ghana Chamber of Mines

Accredited for Zero recordadble incident for more than 4 years in a row and 9Mn manhours without LTI, during the construction stage to the commission and operation of the mine

Instrumental Member of the crises management committee that controlled and amicably settled the conflict between Asanko Gold Mine and some Host Communities town folks

Assisted in the development and implementation of Asanko Gold Mine Health and Safety Management System that meets the OHSAS 18001 (2007) and its transition to ISO45001

Significant contribution towards Asanko Gold Mine, winning the 2018 Mining Excellence Award from the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT)

Contributed in winning of ‘Best Mine Award’ based on occupational injury performance for Asanko Gold Mine during the National Inter Mine First Aid and Safety Competition (2018), held under the auspices of the Ghana Chamber of Mines and the Inspectorate Division of Minerals Commission of Ghana

A speaker during the Mining Investment, West Africa Conference held on 16th. March, 2018 – 18th. March, 2018 at Alisa Hotel, Accra Ghana.

Professional Experience

HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT SUPERINTENDENT ASANKO GOLD MINE Ghana Oct 2015 onwards

(WITH HSE MANAGER’S CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY FROM THE MINERALS COMMISSION – GHANA)

Job Profile

Lead the development, implementation, maintenance and improvement of the OHS Management System which is aligned with the ISO 45001 Standards and international best practices.

Liaise with all departments to ensure Health and Safety Policies, Procedures, Regulations and all best practices are communicated to all employees and other interested parties.

Initiate and lead the development and implementation of behavioural Health and Safety systems within the entire mine to meet the ZERO HARM Goal.

Working along with Departmental Managers in the quarterly review of mine-wide baseline risk assessment as well as individual Health and Safety objectives and targets.

Organize and facilitate the Monthly Mass Safety Toolbox meeting for all personnel on the mine.

Administer all aspects of OHS Management System at sites, including monitoring & measuring of company’s OHS performance, incidents & emergencies management

Direct and coordinate strategic planning, organization and execution of the OHS Management System including resource allocation, client relations, risk mitigation strategies, site audits, regulatory compliance, incident investigations, government representation, workers compensation management, budgeting, forecasting, and subcontractor management.

Co-ordinate the activities of Health and Safety committee members and ensure regular meetings are held as scheduled

Ensure the timely preparation and review of the Monthly and Quaterly Statutory Returns for onward submission to the appropriate office for further actions.

Liaise with Procurement and Logistics department in the adjudication of contractors, ensuring that they meet the Health and Safety Requirement before awarding of any contract on the mine.

Facilitating company interface with regulatory authorities (Mines Inspectors – MINCOM) for regulatory visits, requests and submissions.

Monitor Plant and other Operations for full compliance with state regulatory agencies and international best practices - ensuring programmes performance monitoring at all operational areas are effective.

Assist to conduct occupational hygiene monitoring/survey on the mine and provide recommendation.

Review the weekly and monthly health and safety reports and submit to the relevant stakeholders for actions.

Ensure Managers conduct Visible Felt Leadership Inspections at their respective departments as scheduled.

Ensure permit to work systems are strictly complied on the mine.

Lead in the quarterly inter-departmental and major contractors SHEC Audit on the Mine.

Ensure the avaialability of resources for effective functions of the Emergency response Team.

Assist in budget preparation and utilization per company’s requirement without any exceedance.

Coach and guide staff and conduct periodic performance review. Counsel and motivate staff to instil right mindset, behaviors and values to attain high Safety performance standard

Achievements

Received numerous appreciation certificates par Excellence on the mine and outside the mine.

SENIOR HEALTH AND SAFETY OFFICER – (Mining/Processing Plant/Engineering/Projects/Contractor Management)

GOLDEN STAR BOGOSO/PRESTEA) MINE Ghana Jan 2011 – Sep 2015

Job Profile

Implementation of Management System, HSE related policies & procedures and relevant authority regulations requirements ensuring appropriate dissemination of HSE policies and guidance documentation

Development, implementation, assessment and review of a comprehensive occupational, health and safety management plan which emphasizes safety in the workplace through management and staff involvement in the preparation of safe work practices and maintaining GOLDEN STAR LTD as self insured employer

Periodically reviewing safety parameters during work operations, HS audits and monitoring incidents or near misses to enable the implementation of corrective action

Initiate and chair weekly HSE meetings with all consultants and contractors on the Project. Reporting all non-conformities to the concerned for corrective actions

Review/comment/approve contractors’ submittals relevant to HS such as HS plans, method statements, risk assessments, and shop drawings

Point of conrtact for Health/Safety audits and inspections by MINCOM or external auditors on the mine for full compliance

Ensuring that reports on the performance of the HSE management system are presented to the top management for review and used as a basis for improvement of the HS management system

Led in the preparation of the baseline risk assessments prior to the commencement of Production, most especially for the new main and satellite pits

Facilitating appropriate risk assessment methodology, hazard identification, job safety analysis and environmental impacts assessment to comply with legislation and all potential risks are identified and control measures implemented

Ensure all site emergency response equipment are inspected and maintained (Extinguishers on the equipment, showers and eye washes, Spill Response Trailers, etc)

Assisting in development and conducting safety training courses and participating in training and development of professionals in the area of safety and loss prevention

Previous Experience

HSE OFFICER GOLDEN STAR (WASSA) LTD. Ghana Sep 2008 – Dec 2010

Managing HSE related business activities, defining policies, business plans and overall statistical monitoring and analysis of business in light of HSE goals

Assess and analyze all departments, processes, and materials for potential hazards. Working with appropriate personnel to develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate accident prevention and hazard control strategies

Develop and update Project HSE Guidelines and Standards in accordance to all related international and local approved Codes of Practice (ACoP's) and standards

Conducted Health and Safety audits and inspections - initiate follow-up audit activities to verify them and record the implementation and effectiveness of the corrective and preventive actions taken

Credentials

Education

Master of Occupational Safety and Health Risk Management – Open University of Malaysia – 2019

Bachelors of Education: Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Sports (H.P.E.R.S) -University of Education, Winneba– Ghana – 2009

International Diploma [NEBOSH International Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health] – (Units A, C & D)

Certified Forensic Investigation [Certificate of Competency] – 2017

Professional Development

Certificate [ISO 3100 Risk Management] – 2020

Graduate Member[Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH)] – 2019

Certificate [ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor Health and Safety Management System] - 2019

Certificate [IRCA Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems Auditor] – 2018

Certificate [Safe Management of Radiation at the Workplace, Ghana Atomic Energy] – 2016

International Certificate [Lead Auditor (1S0 14001:2004 and OHSAS 18001 2007 requirement] – 2011

Certificate [Fire Prevention, Protection and Fighting, Ghana National Fire Service] – 2012

Certificate [Introduction to Health and Safety Management – University of Mines and Technology (Tarkwa)] – 2011

Certificate [Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (HAZMAT & HAZCHEM)] – 2013

Certificate [Spill Management] – 2010

Certificate [Slinging and Rigging course- Global Health and Safety Solution Group] – 2012

Certificate [Introduction to Supply Chain Management and Communication] – 2012

Certificate [Human Resource Management] – 2011

Certificate [University Airforce Cadet Corps Commanding Officer] – 2007 - 2008

Professional Affiliations

Member, World Safety Organization (Membership No: 023088)

International Safety, Quality and Environment Management (Membership No: 15M27447)

Member, Ghana Institute of Safety and Environmental Professionals (ID: 410230815)

Graduate Certified Member, Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (GradIOSH) – Membership No:199724

Member, Certified Forensic Investigation Professional (Membership No: 12064)

Member, International Register of Certified Auditors (Membership No: 6044721)

Member, the Central Planning Committee of the Inspectorate Division of the Minerals Commission, Ghana

Professional Training(s)

Certificate [HSE Manager’s Certificate of Competency (MINCOM), Ghana] – June, 2021

Certificate [HSE Superintendent Certificate of Competency (MINCOM), Ghana] – 2013

Certificate [First Aid Trainers, St. Johns Ambulance] – 2016

Certificate [Surface Mine Blasting - Inspectorate Division of the Minerals Commission of Ghana] – 2012

Certificate [Principles of Mining Engineering - University of Mines and Technology –Tarkwa] – 2012

Certificate [Safe Use and Handling of Cyanide (Orica)& Other Chemicals] - 2014

IT FORTE

Proficient using MS Office suite

INX - Intelligent Workforce Management tool (Incident Tracking, Procedures, Registers etc)

Ariscu SHEQ Management Software

Geographical Positioning System (GPS) & Raptella - Tracking of Vehicles & Equipment

Pronto / Delta ERP (Management and Accounting Information System)

ICAM / TapRooT System/ ICAT / SCAT /Root Cause Analysis (Investigation Tools)

Personal Particulars

Linguistic Ability: English, Twi, Frafra, Fante & French (Basic)

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