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Philemon Anyanwu

Winnipeg,Manitoba

Summary

Results-focused leader with a successful track record in promoting safety programs and mentoring individuals on ways to avoid mishaps and accidents. Known for championing program training initiatives in various organizations throughout a well-established career.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Safety officer

RPM
04.2025 - Current
  • Assist in developing safety programs for companies according to their needs to be audited certified by the regulatory body
  • Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Identify gaps in existing compliance processes, documents and recommend updates for easy auditing

Warehouse Associate

HOME DEPOT
04.2019 - Current
  • Receive and verify incoming shipments to ensure inventory accuracy, rejecting any damaged or hazardous materials to maintain store safety and compliance.
  • Use forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling tools to transport heavy goods efficiently, reducing manual strain and injury risks.
  • Conduct daily equipment inspections to detect defects early, avoiding accidents and workflow issues.
  • Stock shelves and warehouse racks by placing heavy items on lower levels and securing unstable goods to prevent falls.
  • Keep aisles and storage areas clean by clearing spills and debris promptly to avoid slips, trips, and falls.
  • Always wear PPE like gloves, safety boots, and high-visibility vests, and promote team compliance.
  • Take part in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and hazard assessments to stay informed and proactive in identifying and controlling risks.
  • Immediately report hazards or near-miss incidents to management for quick corrective action.
  • Ensure emergency exits, fire extinguishers, and first aid stations remain accessible.
  • Collaborate with the Safety Officer during audits to improve safety practices and boost overall operational performance.

Safety Officer

DEPTWISE DRILLING
04.2015 - 03.2019
  • Conducted daily Toolbox meetings and pre-start-of-work briefings for communicating hazards, scope of work, and controls, ensuring high safety awareness and a 3-year 100% worker participation rate in reporting hazards.
  • Performed Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and Task-Specific Risk Assessments of high-risk operations like pipe lifting, chemical decanting, and handling of rig components, allowing for safe performance.
  • Implemented Safe Work Procedures (SWPs) for chemical handling, truck loading/unloading, and equipment movement, minimizing procedural deviations and enhancing audit readiness in all warehouse areas.
  • Conducted daily truck checks (before and after use) of delivery and shipment vehicles to comply with the company's vehicle fleet safety standards and avoid mechanical failure and road transport accidents.
  • Provided facilitated onboarding and regular recurrent safety trainings for employees and contractors on the use of PPE, confined spaces, forklift operation, and chemical spill response, leading to a safer and competent workforce.
  • Implemented a warehouse safety inspection and hazard correction schedule, ensuring timely detection and correction of unsafe conditions, and improved inspection closure rates from 65% to 98% within 12 months.
  • Developed and implemented corrective action plans for non-compliance issues.
  • Provided focused training and induction for contract personnel and rig crew, with specific areas of operation being drop-object prevention, rig floor risks, and chemical awareness, leading to higher worker competency and complete compliance with training.
  • 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.
  • Increased employee awareness of potential hazards by creating informative signage throughout the facility.

Education

Diploma - Occupational health and safety

Red River College
05.2025

Diploma - Logistics and supply chain management

Robertson College
02.2020

BSc. - Economics

Imo state university
06.2008

Skills

  • Safety management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Risk assessment
  • Supply chain optimization

Accomplishments

  • Streamlined the communications process for incident reporting which resulted in 30% improvement in positive outcomes.
  • Collaborated with team of 12 in the installation of BOP
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Technologies And Certifications

Oracle, MS Office, WHMIS, First Aid, Incident reporting and investigation Inspections, Hazard identification, Safety for supervisor’s lockout tagout, Leadership in safety management, Health and safety in Mining, Health and safety in construction, Confined space entry, Risk control

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Safety officer

RPM
04.2025 - Current

Warehouse Associate

HOME DEPOT
04.2019 - Current

Safety Officer

DEPTWISE DRILLING
04.2015 - 03.2019

Diploma - Logistics and supply chain management

Robertson College

BSc. - Economics

Imo state university

Diploma - Occupational health and safety

Red River College

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