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Lane Cummins CHSC

Birchcliff,BC

Summary

With thirty two years’ experience in the Oil & Gas industry, I have a proven safety record when it comes to emergency situations. My core analytical skills are demonstrated in my ERP, incident, and investigation reports. I am an excellent team player and possess strong communication, decision-making and interpersonal skills. I have well developed management and leadership skills and I am able to work well with others. I bring to the table a young set of ideas combined with a respect for traditional policies. Along with career- orientated goals, I am highly flexible and self-motivated where safety is the number one priority.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Field Safety Coordinator

Michels Canada
09.2023 - Current


  • Provide leadership for pipeline project planning and preparation, completion of complex and high-risk investigations, as well as overall program performance and reporting
  • Works closely with Project Leadership to maintain operational awareness to effectively mobilize the Safety Team and provides regular updates, identifies key trends and opportunities to improve safety performance
  • Support Senior Project Leaders and Field Supervisors to effectively apply the Safety Management System
  • Collaborate with Safety Team of performance expectations, provide regular feedback, and address performance concerns in a timely and effective manner
  • Report on emerging trends, leading indicators, and HSS activities within the business
  • Contribute to HSS Program & Practice initiatives as determined by the HSS Manager
  • Interpret and advise the project team on the BC OHS Act, Regulation, and Code and on supporting standards as well as industry best, recommended, and recognized practices along with CER Acts and Regulations
  • Coach and lead Michel's Management with training and understanding of corporate documents, permits and overall paperwork
  • Conduct daily informal work site inspections including the review of contractor FLHAs and provide feedback as required
  • Lead and prepare investigation report as well as the development and verification of corrective actions using the TapRoot and or SCAT methodology.


Safety Manager

Surerus Murphy Joint Venture
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Developed SMJV's Prime Contractor Project Specific Safety Plan, Emergency Response Plan and ensured compliance with Alberta OH&S Regulations
  • Ensures adherence to Prime Contractor safety programs including worker’s competency, training program, safety observation program, sub-contractor management program, and other project specific safety programs
  • Supports SMJV in developing Health and Safety Management Programs
  • Reviewed and monitored Prime Contractor Safety Programs to ensure alignment with Occupation Health and Safety Regulations and TC Energy's requirements
  • Assists In reviewing SMJV's Incident Investigations and summarize the corrective actions and communicate to the project stakeholders
  • Reviewed SMJV's safety personnel’s daily safety inspections, safety observations, and focus inspections and follow-up with corrective actions
  • Conducted safety focused inspections and safety audits
  • Led the Prime Contractor Risk Assessment reviews and JHA reviews
  • Chairs SMJV's toolbox meetings, safety meetings, construction coordination meetings
  • Provides supervision and direction to Safety Advisor(s)
  • Prepares quality daily, weekly, monthly Health and Safety reports for Pipeline component of the Project and communicates to the Construction Manager and Project Stakeholders

Project Safety Lead

Barnard Nexar Joint Venture
11.2022 - 05.2023

Led Safety Initiatives: Spearheaded comprehensive safety programs and initiatives for a high-risk pipeline project, resulting in zero lost-time incidents and an overall improved safety culture among the workforce.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensured strict adherence to provincial safety regulations, overseeing regular audits and inspections, and successfully navigating complex permitting processes, ensuring project compliance and avoiding costly fines.

Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Conducted thorough hazard assessments and risk analyses for the entire project, implementing effective risk mitigation strategies that reduced potential accidents and minimized environmental impact.

Emergency Response Planning: Formulated and maintained robust emergency response plans, orchestrating drills and simulations to prepare the team for potential contingencies, ensuring quick and effective response to any unforeseen events.

Incident Investigation: Managed the investigation process for all safety-related incidents, identifying root causes, implementing corrective actions, and facilitating continuous improvement efforts to prevent recurrence and maintain a safe work environment.


Safety Documentation and Analytics: Develop and maintain advanced safety documentation and analytical tools to track safety metrics, incidents, and performance trends.


Safety Culture Champion: Lead by example in promoting a strong safety culture, understanding of coaching and mentoring processes, emphasizing continuous improvement, innovation, and employee engagement.

Project Lead

Steel River SICIM / BSR / BNJV
01.2020 - 10.2022

Lead Project HSS of a 16-person team reporting to the HSS Manager. Provide leadership for pipeline project planning and preparation, completion of complex and high-risk investigations, as well as overall program performance and reporting.
Key Functions
•Works closely with Project Leadership to maintain operational awareness to effectively mobilize the Safety Team and provides regular updates, identifies key trends and opportunities to improve safety performance.
•Support Senior Project Leaders and Field Supervisors to effectively apply the Safety Management System.
•Ensure Safety Team is aware of performance expectations, supervise, provide regular feedback, and address performance concerns in a timely and effective manner.
• Report on emerging trends, leading indicators, and HSSE activities within the business.
• Contribute to HSS Program & Practice initiatives as determined by the HSS Manager.
• Interpret and advise the project team on the Alberta and BC OHS Act, Regulation, and Code and on supporting standards as well as industry best, recommended, and recognized practices along with CER Acts and Regulations
• Coach and lead Steel River Management with training and understanding of corporate documents, permits and overall paperwork
•Develop project hazard assessments, JHA’s and emergency preparedness plans.
•Effectively communicate incident investigation findings to a variety of stakeholders; adapting the message based on audience.
•Verify that the project general safety rules and the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulation, and
Code is upheld in addition to any other applicable standards, codes, or guidelines.
•Chair, monitor, and contribute to kick-off meetings, daily toolbox, and shift safety meetings.
•Conduct daily informal work site inspections including the review of contractor FLHAs and provide feedback as required.
•Participate in and/or lead formal Steel River weekly or joint shift inspections of the work site.
•Lead and prepare investigation report as well as the development and verification of corrective actions using the TapRoot® methodology.

Project Safety Advisor

KEYera Corp
01.2016 - 01.2020

Project Safety advisor reporting to the Sr. Project Safety Advisor. Supporting the HSE Management System for the Engineering & Projects group leading and coaching project consultants and several projects concurrently.
Key Functions
•Interpret and advise the project team on the Alberta and Worksafe BC Act, Regulation, and Code and on supporting standards as well as industry best, recommended, and recognized practices along with CER Acts and Regulations
•Develop project hazard assessments and emergency preparedness plans.
•Lead Safety Consultant on FSCS 24" Pipeline in Ft. Saskatchewan including support and advisor with HDD
•Support the One call process, Compile Ground Disturbance Packages and help support GD Activities
•Verify that the project general safety rules and the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulation, and
Code are upheld in addition to any other applicable standards, codes, or guidelines.
•Attend, monitor, and contribute to contractor kick-off meetings, daily toolbox, and shift safety meetings.
•Advise, coach and mentor the project team when the contractor is not in compliance with any of the following:
-the contractor’s HSE management programs;
-the Keyera Project Contractor HSE Requirements Package (Alberta);
-Keyera SOPs, COPs, and SSOPs; and
-other requirements for safe work execution.
•Conduct daily informal work site inspections including the review of contractor FLHAs and provide feedback as required.
•Participate in and/or lead formal Keyera weekly or joint shift inspections of the work site.
•Receive the One Call responses and clearances and Manage conflict or crossing issues
• Review, audit, and provide feedback on hazard assessments, contractor HSE management documentation, contractor investigations, and construction execution activities.
• Conduct or participate in Keyera-led investigations as well as the development and verification of corrective actions using the TapRoot® methodology.

Vice President of HSE

Paramount Structures Inc
01.2015 - 01.2016

As the Vice President of Health and Safety Lane was responsible to initiate and foster the development, implementation, and management of corporate HSE policies/programs to ensure compliance with legislative requirements, while maintaining congruence with corporate business plans and objectives.
Key Functions
•Proficiently generated safety standards developed safety plans for new projects plus monitor the implementation throughout the lifecycle of the projects
•Developed HSE manual and achieved the companies SECOR for legislative compliance, as well as created the required educational material for raising the safety awareness among all employees
•Supported all departments regarding achieving their HSE objectives, which promoted the safety culture among the project team, and build strong bridges between the safety department and all other parties working on the project.
•Raised the HSE awareness among all working groups and opened more communication lines between the safety department and all other operation departments through regular participation in all departmental safety/toolbox meetings.
•Served as an expert resource to the Board of Directors to ensure an understanding of emerging trends and directed the implementation of concepts to pro-actively meet these challenges.
•Lead driver in HSE for all employees and contractors

Sr. Project Safety Advisor

KEYera Corp
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Direct reporting to the HSE Manager, oversee the HSE Management System for the Engineering & Projects group leading 15 consultants along with Ground Disturbance Advisors and up to 30 projects concurrently
  • Key Functions
  • Direct and coordinate strategic planning, organization and execution of the HSE Management
  • System for Engineering and Projects including resource allocation, client relations, risk mitigation strategies, site audits, regulatory compliance, incident investigations, WCB reporting, budgeting, forecasting, subcontractor pre-qualifications and training.

Consultant – Health & Safety Advisor Lead / Auditor

Husky Energy Ltd
01.2004 - 01.2013
  • Co-Create the new Keyera Ground Disturbance SOP and support roll out – including co-create the
  • GD Safe Work Permit
  • Communicate and liaise with clients on HSE issues including pre-qualification requirements, site safety plans, non-conformance items, incident investigations, pre-job meetings, close-out meetings and non- prime contractor concerns
  • Pre-qualify construction contractors, issue documentation and allocate risk ratings based on
  • HSE metrics and statistics
  • Track performance and ensure site activities, environmental monitoring (municipal & provincial) and inspections comply fully with OH&S, WCB and company guidelines
  • Provide HSE expertise to operations and construction site managers, line managers, supervisors and contractors
  • Mentor and support construction site managers in all aspects of HSE requirements
  • Audit contractors HSEMS and generate report addressing deficiencies with correct action reports
  • Develop and support site specific Emergency Response Plans and Site Safety Management Plans
  • Carry out Root Cause, SCAT (Systematic Cause Analysis Technique) and Tap Root
  • Investigations; prepare and deliver final reports along with recommendations to senior management
  • Lead and Support GD Advisors
  • Manage an Incident Database (KITS) for all project incidents complete with investigations, actions items and recommendations
  • Participate in weekly/monthly meetings with all members of the HSE Team to review site issues, upcoming HSE initiatives, training programs and areas of risk
  • Create and distribute monthly, quarterly and annual reports to all vested stakeholders (e.g
  • Safety Statistics, KPIs, Lead/Lag Indicators, Near Misses, Inspections, TRIFs)
  • Chair HSE project kick-off meetings and ensure all requirements are completed
  • Chair the HSE portion in Look Back Review process upon completion of projects, Reporting to the HSE Manager, managed safety programs site inspections, audits, safety controls, COR certification and HSE planning leading a team of 12 safety consultants
  • Key Functions
  • Assist in developing and implementing a robust Health and Safety Management System integrating with business goals and objectives
  • Lead investigator on several high-profile incidents complete with report, root cause analysis and corrective actions for system wide improvement
  • Lead Safety Consultant at Hardisty for WCS and WCB 36" pipelines including steep slope management
  • Key player in developing the new Ground Disturbance SOP along with the permit to work system and roll out to operations and construction staff
  • Ensure technical, procedural and policy documentation with regard to HSE is up to date and in line with current legislation and best practices including CER Acts and Regulations
  • Field safety supervisor at the Hardisty Oil Terminal during the construction phases of the Alliance
  • Pipeline - 36" Pipeline to Saskatchewan
  • Develop and maintain Husky site Emergency Response Plan as well as Orientation programs
  • Conduct site audits, inspections and monitor compliance to regulatory & Husky HSE standards and policies
  • Internal Auditor required to collect and analyze data to detect deficient controls, duplicated effort, or non- compliance with laws, regulations, and management policies
  • Prepare detailed reports to management and client about audit results and recommend changes.

Drilling & Completions Safety Manager

Canadian Nexen
01.2001 - 01.2004
  • Block 14 Masila - Yemen
  • Reported directly to the Drilling & Completions Manager, Coordinate the development and implementation of the annual HSSE Program, taking into account factors such as the overall goals of the HSSE Management System and the Policy; environmental targets and objectives; any local legislation or codes of practice; accident and incident statistics; technological, operational and organizational change; and the results of audits, monitoring, and reviews of, and consultation on, the HSSE
  • Key Functions
  • Develop a specific HSSE Management System for the D&C group for the Masila Block 14 operations
  • Advise senior management on matters pertaining to environmental, safety and health compliance by analyzing data and operations to improve systems and processes to eliminate risk to company assets, and to prevent actions and conditions which may be harmful to personnel safety and property and the environment

Lead, Construction Safety Advisor

01.2001 - 01.2001
  • Manage yearly budget for HSE staff and contract positions including training and PPE
  • Accident and incident investigations with management and Corporate safety involvement to ensure that root causes were identified, and proper action items were implemented to eliminate re-occurrence
  • Implement a training program to Supervisors that ensured compliance within the HSSE Management
  • System
  • Facilitate compliance with legal and regulatory requirements; conformance to HSSE Management System requirements; and HSSE performance results using both proactive (leading) and reactive (lagging) measures
  • Interface with client company’s functional and operational personnel at all levels of the organization
  • Providing the leadership and coaching to facilitate the implementation of systems and competency assurance assessments

Oilfield Firefighter / Safety Supervisor

Safety Boss
01.1999 - 01.2001
  • Reported directly to the HSE district Manager responsible for providing a safe environment for people and protecting property through effective safety management and fire prevention
  • Key Functions
  • Well control specialist on a number of blowouts where firefighting and well control equipment were employed
  • A key member in cutting equipment away from the wellhead, as well as cutting the BOP’s in preparation to cap the well
  • Fire supervisor on locations where fire protection is needed
  • E.g
  • (Hydrocarbon Frac’s, coiled tubing, and well completions)
  • Safety Supervision during the construction of a 12” -25 Km long pipeline in Southern Alberta into
  • Saskatchewan
  • Provide H2S and site safety supervision during potentially harmful/hazardous job tasks during oilfield operations including: drill ahead’s, core retrieval, drill stem testing, absolute open flow, under balanced drilling, workovers /completions, wire line, acid-methanol-sand fracturing, cementing, sour pig retrievals, hot tap work, abandonment’s, endless tubing, perforating, and production operations

Safety Advisor

United Safety
01.1993 - 01.1999
  • International & Canadian Division
  • Reported directly to the HSE Canadian / International District Managers, supervising on several local and international projects in several countries providing comprehensive support and enforcing the safety program, incident investigations, inspections, auditing and compliance
  • Key Functions
  • With Occidental of Bangladesh Ltd
  • Oman Oil Company Exploration & Production LLC (OOCEP)
  • Contract with Husky Energy in the White Rose field – 350km east of Newfoundland on the Sea Rose FPSO
  • Work on shore and off shore maintaining safety and fire protection to drilling rigs
  • Develop and Implement HSE Standards and Procedures

Firefighter / Safety Supervisor

Oilfield, Dore’ / Splash
01.1992 - 01.1993
  • Implementation of company Pipeline, Drilling, Completions and Gas Plant Safety/Loss Control Programs including: incident reporting, accident investigations, safety inspections, supervise safe work practices and procedures, conduct hazard assessments, emergency response procedures and continuous training of employees
  • Provide directions, leadership, data interpretation, and technical assistance to site personnel
  • Conduct on- site training and drills as applicable
  • Provide technical support in the field to the operations in the framework of HSE competencies and culture
  • Utilizes excellent communication, reporting and computer skills to develop meaningful and concise reporting when required
  • Conduct H2S Alive, Rescue and Awareness Training and orientation sessions with all on-site personnel including ongoing instruction in strategic deployment, use and maintenance of all H2S Protection
  • Equipment, Safety Appliances and Monitor/Detection Devises supplied to the project, Reported directly to the HSE district Manager responsible for providing a safe environment for people and protecting property through effective safety management and fire prevention
  • Key Functions
  • Well control specialist on a number of blowouts where firefighting and well control equipment were employed
  • A key member in cutting equipment away from the wellhead, as well as cutting the BOP’s in preparation to cap the well
  • Member of the Emergency Response Team
  • Full operational capabilities of the 750 G.P.M and the 1000 G.P.M pumps
  • Provide Fire Safety Management pre-planning assistance to clientele for implementation of safe work practices

Battery Operator

Amoco Canada
01.1992
  • Reported directly to the local foreman to assist in the maintenance of field wells
  • Key Functions
  • Helped in the maintenance of 24 wells
  • Supervision of pigging of pipelines and hot tap work
  • Hands on experience with the repair and servicing of wells
  • This included, tubing replacement, hot oil jobs, work-over’s, testing, wire line activities, replacement of sub surface safety valves, and fracturing of formations

Education

Certified Health & Safety Consultant

CHSC
Fredericton, NB
06.2010

4th Class Power Engineering Certificate -

Red Deer College
1991

ASP - Associated Safety Professional -

DNV - Det Norske Veritas
Calgary, AB
2003

Skills

  • Safety Planning & Program Development
  • SCAT, Tap Root Incident Investigation Trained
  • Risk Analysis & Mitigation Plans
  • PHA, PSM, JHA, FLRA, SOP & COP
  • Specializing in Big Inch Pipeline
  • Steep Slope Knowledge
  • Site Inspections, HSE Audits & Investigations
  • Permit, Regulatory & Safety Compliance
  • Ground Disturbance One Call Packages
  • Consulted to several oil & gas companies internationally and domestically (Yemen, Oman, Middle East)
  • Extensive knowledge of applicable provincial legislative requirements & applicable industry standards
  • Developed and implemented a Safety Management System in a 4th World country with numerous Socio-economic challenges - Bangladesh
  • Developed and Implemented Task Analysis and Job Safety Analysis process in Yemen
  • Develop, implement, and maintain safe execution plans for Projects

Certification

CHSC Designation – Certified Health & Safety Consultant 4th Class Power Engineering

“DNV” - Certificate in Incident Investigation and Prevention (CIIP)

“DNV” - Certificate in Risk Assessment

“DNV” - Practical Loss Control Leadership Certificate

Affiliations

Member of the Canadian Society of Safety Engineers (CSSE)

Timeline

Field Safety Coordinator

Michels Canada
09.2023 - Current

Safety Manager

Surerus Murphy Joint Venture
06.2023 - 08.2023

Project Safety Lead

Barnard Nexar Joint Venture
11.2022 - 05.2023

Project Lead

Steel River SICIM / BSR / BNJV
01.2020 - 10.2022

Project Safety Advisor

KEYera Corp
01.2016 - 01.2020

Vice President of HSE

Paramount Structures Inc
01.2015 - 01.2016

Sr. Project Safety Advisor

KEYera Corp
01.2013 - 01.2015

Consultant – Health & Safety Advisor Lead / Auditor

Husky Energy Ltd
01.2004 - 01.2013

Drilling & Completions Safety Manager

Canadian Nexen
01.2001 - 01.2004

Lead, Construction Safety Advisor

01.2001 - 01.2001

Oilfield Firefighter / Safety Supervisor

Safety Boss
01.1999 - 01.2001

Safety Advisor

United Safety
01.1993 - 01.1999

Firefighter / Safety Supervisor

Oilfield, Dore’ / Splash
01.1992 - 01.1993

Battery Operator

Amoco Canada
01.1992

Certified Health & Safety Consultant

CHSC

4th Class Power Engineering Certificate -

Red Deer College

ASP - Associated Safety Professional -

DNV - Det Norske Veritas
Lane Cummins CHSC