Charles Chifedza
Vernon,BC
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Supervisor
MSS
Vernon, British Columbia
01.2018 - Current
- Conducted regular safety inspections across all operational areas.
- Developed and implemented safety training programs for employees.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Investigated accidents and incidents to identify root causes.
- Collaborated with management to improve safety processes and protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of safety training and incidents.
- Facilitated emergency response drills to prepare staff for potential hazards.
- Assisted in creating a culture of safety awareness among employees.
- Conducted safety and hazard inspections of work sites.
- Monitored employee activities to ensure adherence to established safety protocols.
- Investigated accidents in the workplace and reported findings to management.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify any potential safety issues.
- Conducted safety training for employees and visitors to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Trained and assisted employees in use of personal protective equipment and communicated safety requirements.
- Provided guidance on safe work practices, such as proper lifting techniques, use of personal protective equipment.
- Monitored safety of construction activities, making on-site personnel protection top priority.
- Maintained records of all safety-related incidents and created reports detailing corrective actions taken.
- Conducted audits of existing processes and procedures related to health and safety protocols in order to assess effectiveness.
- Created policies and procedures related to occupational health and safety standards.
- Educated workers on the importance of wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment.
- Identified areas where additional resources are needed in order to promote a safer working environment.
- Supervised main work areas within company and removed debris to prevent accidents and mishaps.
- Reviewed company practices and work processes to verify compliance with applicable regulations.
- Ensured that hazardous materials were properly labeled, stored, and disposed of according to applicable laws and regulations.
- Maintained track record of zero safety incidents many years.
- Advised management on best practices for maintaining a safe working environment.
- Developed emergency response plans to address possible health and safety incidents.
- Developed basic working knowledge of company's HSE standards, programs and goals to maintain compliant site operations.
- Directed team of specialists to implement policies governing employee safety, helping to improve protections and minimize worker risks.
- Assessed workplace conditions for potential hazards, such as chemical exposure and poor ergonomics.
- Implemented strategies for reducing workplace injuries through effective communication with supervisors and workers.
- Reviewed medical records of injured employees in order to determine cause of injury or illness.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization on various initiatives related to health and safety.
- Reported on key metrics and safety improvements in staff meetings, answering questions and providing insight.
- Reviewed records and staff position requirements to schedule employees for appropriate OSHA training.
- Identified key processes within company that could be improved by implementing safety procedures.
- Managed environmental health and safety programs.
- Analyzed data from incident investigations in order to identify trends or patterns which could lead to prevention of future accidents.
- Worked closely with local authorities regarding inspections and regulatory requirements related to health and safety standards.
- Ensured proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Investigated accidents and incidents, identified root causes, and recommended corrective actions.
- Conducted safety training or education programs to demonstrate use of safety equipment.
- Supported health and safety technicians aligned to facility by providing guidance, coaching and direction.
- Wrote technical reports, data entry and queries into various safety and health databases.
- Led teams of risk management and operational personnel in development of hazard analyses and risk assessments.
- Coordinated right-to-know programs regarding hazardous chemicals or other substances.
- Ordered suspension of activities posing threats to workers' health or safety.
- Recommended methods to reduce ongoing hazards with improved methods, processes and materials.
- Developed and created materials for new employee health and safety orientations.
- Collected samples of dust, gases and other potentially toxic materials for analysis.
- Surveyed techniques used in transportation regarding use and storage of chemical agents and toxic materials.
- Collaborated with engineers or physicians to institute control or remedial measures for hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions or equipment.
- Developed noise surveys, continuous atmosphere monitoring and ventilation surveys.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Health And Safety
Columbia Southern University. Alabama.USA
Alabama. USA01-2022
Timeline
Safety Supervisor
MSS
01.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Health And Safety
Columbia Southern University. Alabama.USA