David Chony
Health & Safety Professional
Sudbury
Summary
Experienced Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) and Canadian Health & Safety Consultant (CHSC) with a strong focus on organization and safety. Proven expertise in safety management, emergency response, industrial hygiene, and risk control within unionized environments. Recognized for leadership in developing comprehensive safety programs, conducting thorough risk assessments, and implementing effective training strategies to cultivate a culture of workplace safety.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Safety, Emergency Response, and Industrial Hygiene Superintendent
Cote Gold Mine
Greater Sudbury, Ontario
01.2024 - Current
- Manage a diverse team of 9 professionals, including Safety Coordinators, Contractor Management Specialists, Industrial Hygienists, Data Analysts, and Emergency Response Trainers and volunteers
- Oversee safety programs, industrial hygiene, and emergency response preparedness for a large-scale mining operation
- Implement and monitor contractor safety management strategies to ensure compliance with regulations and company policies
- Lead incident investigations using ICAM methodology and ensure corrective actions are effectively implemented
- Develop and maintain industrial hygiene programs, including exposure monitoring, hazard assessments, and control strategies
- Enhance safety leadership through training, mentorship, and engagement with site personnel
- Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and ensure compliance with provincial and federal safety legislation
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining strict deadlines and adhering to budget constraints.
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
Safety Coordinator
Impala Canada
Thunder Bay, Ontario
12.2015 - 01.2024
- Provided safety guidance to the site to drive a 'commitment to zero' safety culture, reducing TRIF by 25% annually
- Developed and trained the Emergency Response Team, achieving 6 consecutive Regional Champion rescue teams
- Audited and ensured 100% regulatory compliance with Provincial and Federal inspection reports
- Led behavioral-based safety methods, proactive risk mitigation, and root cause analysis to reduce safety risk and exposure
- Developed and analyzed safety programs and processes that track safety metrics and performance targets
- Administered corrective action plans and oversaw resolution of safety audit findings
Safety & Logistics Sr. Supervisor
LDI Mine Site, North American Palladium
Thunder Bay, Ontario
01.2002 - 01.2016
- Advised and led employees on various safety-related topics
- Reviewed and updated safety policies and procedures; performed risk assessments
- Developed and implemented safety goals, objectives, policies, and priorities
- Investigated injuries, unsafe conditions, and implemented corrective actions
- Increased production by 20% through safety analysis and process improvement
- Completed Industrial Firefighting Training at Gravenhurst Fire College
Education
Occupational Health and Safety -
University of New Brunswick
Moncton, NBCanadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) - Occupational Health And Safety
BCRSP
Toronto, ON 01.2017 - 12.2018
Canadian Health & Safety Consultant - CHSC
Canadian Society of Safety Engineers
Toronto, ON 05.2001 -
Skills
- ICAM Lead Investigator Training
- Safety Data Analysis & Reporting
- Leadership Coaching & Team Development
- Work Site Inspections & Auditing
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Emergency Response & Crisis Management
- Industrial Hygiene & Exposure Monitoring
- Regulatory Compliance (Provincial & Federal)
Affiliations
- CRSP - Canadian Registered Safety Professional
- CHSC - Canadian Health & Safety Consultant
- CSSE - Canadian Society of Safety Engineers
Timeline
Safety, Emergency Response, and Industrial Hygiene Superintendent
Cote Gold Mine
01.2024 - Current
Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) - Occupational Health And Safety
BCRSP
01.2017 - 12.2018
Safety Coordinator
Impala Canada
12.2015 - 01.2024
Safety & Logistics Sr. Supervisor
LDI Mine Site, North American Palladium
01.2002 - 01.2016
Canadian Health & Safety Consultant - CHSC
Canadian Society of Safety Engineers
05.2001 -
Occupational Health and Safety -
University of New Brunswick
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