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BA Blacktop Group of CompaniesSafety Advisor
Oct. 2024
PomerleauHealth & Safety Advisor
Nov. 2021 - Aug. 2024Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Marine AtlanticSafety Officer
Apr. 2019 - Oct. 2020Ensure expert knowledge and skills are offered to the organization by the HSE Department in order to generate & promote a positive health and safety culture. Promote a safe working environment. Take a leadership role in the development and delivery of programs; Support initiatives to prevent incidents and non-conformances; Maintain a current, high level of awareness and professional understanding of all HSE internal policies, external regulations and industry trends; Provide professional HSE advice and direction to management, staff & senior personnel; Ensure all managers and employees are familiar with their roles and responsibilities around HSE. Responsible for the SMS including all reporting, processes, assigning authorities, improvements and training; Provide safety support for inspections, audits, training and promotion of safety department initiatives; Oversee the tool box meeting process and ensure relevant material is distributed in a timely manner; Provide direction and assistance to operating divisions in the development of SWPs, JSAs, Pre-job Hazard Assessment Process. Address unsafe work practices immediately with little direction; Initiate and oversee investigation of incidents, conduct root-cause analysis, and prepare reports related to employee injuries and property damage. Make recommendations on corrective actions and follow-up to ensure corrective actions are implemented; Coordinate and conduct inspections, assessments and audits to ensure compliance. Work closely with Officers, Managers and Supervisors to ensure safety committee meetings are held, minutes are reviewed and corrective actions are completed in a timely manner; Oversee the internal responsibility system to ensure it is functioning at a high level; Support the Disability Management Program and Public Safety and Environmental initiatives across the Corporation; Assist in developing KPIs relating to Health, Safety and Environment for other Marine Atlantic departments;
Dorosh Construction Ltd.Construction Safety Officer
Jul. 2017 - Dec. 2018Performing all duties of a Construction Safety Officer including: Site Observations & Inspections, Equipment Inspections, Administration, Safety Meetings, Training, Incident Investigations, etc. First Aid Attendant duties. Traffic Control Supervisor. Creation & facilitation of new Safe Work Policies and Safe Job Procedures. Human Resources duties including: hiring, interviews, job advertising, disciplinary and performance procedures & documentation, etc. New employee, sub-contractor and visitor orientations. Record keeping, documentation, Hot Work, Fall Protection & Critical Lift plans.
EASiSafety Consultant
Nov. 2016 - Jul. 2017Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaSafety consultant to the Owner's Engineering team for safety by design integration into new builds of the Site C Dam construction project.
Mussell Crane MfgTraining Facilitator
Oct. 2016 - Nov. 2016Chilliwack, BCFacilitate specialized training program and day to day activities - Provide regular reports to coordinator consistent to expectations outlined by the Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation - Identifying suitable clients for the project participation from eligible clients referred by the EPBC Service Provider - Ensuring that training and work sites are safe as set out in the Workers Compensation Act - Ensuring that the participants are provided with appropriate on-site safety orientation and training for any classroom and workplace host - Develop training plans with participants to ensure understanding and to support completion of the training, work experience placements and post-placement follow up - Ensure the project activities are meaningful and beneficial to clients and are outline in their individual training plans - Ensure proper supervision and feedback is provided to the participants - Ensure client attendance records are kept - Provide daily support to both UFV and participants - Secure job placements for participants with local employers - Provide daily support to both employers and participants of the manufacturing training program - Assist clients dealing with barriers to employment and make appropriate referrals when needed - Assist program coordinator in improving and maintaining the program - Maintain accurate client information - Attend meetings as needed - Adapt and create curriculum where needed - Prepare written assessments and recommendations as needed - Review attendance and progress reports of participants - Create job search materials, complete job search and address any employment challenges/employment maintenance - Assist employers with work plan activity guidelines and any other paperwork necessary for the program - Perform other emergent duties as required
Rokstad PowerField Safety Advisor
Jul. 2014 - Aug. 2015Western Alberta Transmission Line and Interior to Lower Mainland (BC) projects•Act as a change agent in support of continuous improvement with the Rokstad HSE managed system. •Perform hazard assessments and workplace inspections. •Participate in incident investigations. •Assess compliance to applicable legislation, and internal and customer protocols. •Assist in the development of health and safety performance measures, monitor and report on performance. •Attend Tailboard meetings, HSE training and orientations •Recommend corrective actions and assist in timely implementation of corrective actions. •Provide input and assistance for HSE Business Plan initiatives. •Work with colleagues and our clients to complete Project Safety Plans, Hazard Assessments and Risk Registries, Critical Risk Protocols and HSE Audits. •Support the Return to Work program and processes. •Work with internal and external stakeholders to address HSE related issues. •Ensure the Manager HSE and project management are kept informed of HSE issues in a timely manner.
SaskPowerSafety Coordinator
Jul. 2010 - Aug. 2013Saskatchewan, CanadaProvide safety expertise and support by leading the identification of health and safety risks and controls to eliminate or mitigate these risks. Recommend, develop, facilitate and oversee the implementation of safety programs to ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, rules and regulations.Provide direction, guidance and training to safety coordinators who are not fully qualified on safety related roles and responsibilities, as outlined below.Facilitate the implementation, administration, and review of corporate safety programs and monitor compliance with all relevant legislation, rules and regulations.Monitor safety indicators in order to understand and anticipate site-specific business drivers and influence, and facilitate and participate in the development and implementation of local safety plans, goals, and objectives Lead consultation, facilitate reviews, assist and/or conduct work observation, workplace inspection, risk assessment, hazard analysis, job planning and accident/incident investigations.Monitor compliance with applicable safety practices, conduct safety audits, coordinate audit recommendations, and assist in the development of corrective action plans in consultation with local management Provide support to local management, staff and Occupational Health and Safety Committees in the interpretation, communication and application of safety rules, regulations and legislation.Facilitate and/or participate in safety meetings with employees and contractor staff.Coordinate, monitor and participate in the analysis, design, development, delivery and evaluation of safety related training.Provide advice and counsel during the purchase of new equipment and construction of new facilities to ensure adherence to applicable safety standards.Participate in: the development of safety performance measures, interpret results and coach/influence local staff on how to improve safety performance, the evaluation of contractor qualifications, continuous education.
SaskPowerSafety Management System Learning Specialist
Apr. 2007 - Jul. 2010The creation, facilitation, research, evaluation and recording of all safety related training for SaskPower.
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