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Desiree D'Sa

Vancouver,BC

Summary

Knowledgeable and dedicated professional eager to leverage my experience in environmental and occupational health consulting. Passionate about environmental health and creating a safe workplace. Skilled in regulation compliance ensuring that regulatory targets are consistently exceeded. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working with other people to reach my professional goals.


Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

OHS/Industrial Hygiene Specialist

Kinetic OHS Services Ltd.
06.2020 - Current
  • Supports clients in maintaining regulatory compliance by staying up-to-date with relevant industry standards and guidelines.
  • Performs exposure assessments for various chemicals, creating Risk Assessments, Exposure Control Plans to meet WCB requirements
  • Manages chemical inventory and MSDS databases
  • Conducts field investigations and performs environmental tests
  • Prepares detailed technical reports, and provides evidence-based feedback
  • Possesses excellent mechanical and troubleshooting skills
  • Able to read, understand and conduct various NIOSH methods
  • Proficient in NIOSH 7400 (Microscopy) for asbestos and other fibres
  • Collaborates effectively with diverse stakeholders, cultivates strong relationships

Applied Research Project

BCIT
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • Rejuvenated salmon habitats by reducing harmful run-off contaminants
  • Determined if biochar improves the function of rain gardens surrounding BCIT's Burnaby campus
  • Performed analysis using a GC-MSMS to determine initial and final concentrations of common runoff contaminants
  • Prepared regular progress reports throughout the duration of the project
  • Graduated with Distinction and Specialist in Analytical Chemistry


Education

Diploma - Chemical And Environmental Technology (Analytical Science Option) of Technology

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC
06.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Geography And Environmental Studies

Queen's University
Kingston
06.2016

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Team Leadership
  • Project Management
  • Environmental Compliance
  • Chemical management
  • Air Sampling Techniques
  • Chemical Analysis

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working

Certification

  • Confined Space Training Certificate, Worksite Safety (2023)
  • WorkSafe BC Level S, Asbestos Surveyor (2023)
  • Standard First Aid Certified with CPR C/AED (2023)

Timeline

OHS/Industrial Hygiene Specialist

Kinetic OHS Services Ltd.
06.2020 - Current

Applied Research Project

BCIT
01.2020 - 05.2020

Diploma - Chemical And Environmental Technology (Analytical Science Option) of Technology

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Arts - Geography And Environmental Studies

Queen's University

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