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Celestina Scott-Uguh

Surrey,British Columbia

Summary

Proactive and highly motivated Construction Safety Officer with over 3 years of proven field safety experience in commercial and industrial construction environments. Committed to maintaining and promoting a strong culture of health and safety compliance on site, with a deep understanding of WorkSafe BC OH&S Regulations. Skilled in safety audits, incident investigation, digital safety reporting (Salus App), and delivering engaging toolbox talks. A collaborative team player who takes ownership of site safety programs and influences safe work behavior through leadership and example.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Construction Safety Officer

Graham Constructions
06.2024 - 02.2025
  • Conduct daily site inspections and enforce compliance with company and WorkSafeBC regulations, resulting in a 35% reduction in unsafe practices over 12 months.
  • Orient new workers and visitors, ensuring all personnel are trained, competent, and aware of site-specific hazards.
  • Deliver weekly toolbox talks and field-level risk assessments (FLRAs), maintaining engagement and improving safety performance.
  • Investigate and document incidents, near misses, and hazards; completed 100% of reports on time via Salus App.
  • Collaborate with site supervisors to administer non-compliance procedures and support corrective actions.
  • Lead and document joint health and safety committee (JHSC) meetings; follow through on all outstanding issues.

Construction Safety Officer

Dangote Industries
04.2019 - 10.2023
  • Supported multi-trade job sites by monitoring daily work and ensuring adherence to site-specific safe work procedures.
  • Issued and tracked safety equipment, ensuring availability and proper usage.
  • Generated and submitted monthly safety summaries including first aid stats, safety talks, and incident logs.
  • Conducted contractor audits and facilitated compliance with emergency response plans.
  • Recognized for implementing a hazard communication system that improved worker awareness and participation.
  • Maintained safe and healthful job site while meeting or exceeding standard safety policies.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Ahmadu Bello University
Zaria
09-2011

Skills

  • WorkSafe BC OH&S Regulation Compliance
  • OFA 3 (Occupational First Aid Attendant)
  • Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHA)
  • Incident/Accident Investigations
  • Toolbox Talks & Safety Meetings
  • TCP (Traffic Control Personnel)
  • Emergency Response Planning
  • Strong Written & Verbal Communication
  • Fall Protection
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Accident investigation
  • Job hazard analysis
  • Site inspections

Certification

  • Construction Safety Officer (CSO) – BC Construction Safety Alliance
  • Occupational First Aid Attendant (OFA 3)
  • Traffic Control Personnel (TCP)
  • Fall Protection
  • WHMIS 2015 | Fall Protection | Confined Space Entry & Monitor | First Aid Level 1
  • Naloxone

Languages

English

Timeline

Construction Safety Officer

Graham Constructions
06.2024 - 02.2025

Construction Safety Officer

Dangote Industries
04.2019 - 10.2023

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Ahmadu Bello University
Celestina Scott-Uguh