Nagma Gill
Vancouver,Canada
Summary
Proven Health and Safety Advisor with a track record of enhancing safety programs at University Canada West and Gordon Food Service Ltd. Expert in risk assessments, ergonomic solutions, and developing impactful training materials.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health and Safety Advisor
University Canada West (UCW)
Vancouver, British Columbia
02.2024 - Current
- Developed and enhanced Health and Safety programs to align with legislative requirements and best practices.
- Conducted ergonomic assessments, and provide tailored solutions for workplace safety.
- Lead the creation and rollout of training materials for updated safety procedures.
- Collaborate with regulatory bodies, safety associations, and internal stakeholders to address safety concerns.
Health and Safety Specialist / PSM Coordinator
Gordon Food Service Ltd.
Delta, Canada
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Developed a comprehensive Occupational Health and Safety Program for the facility.
- Delivered leadership training on accident investigation, refusal of unsafe work, emergency response, and due diligence.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify hazards, and implemented mitigation strategies.
- Organized fire drills and spearheaded NAOSH Week activities to enhance safety awareness.
- Maintained incident records and analyzed data to identify trends in injuries and illnesses.
- Managed stay-at-work and gradual return-to-work programs, with a high success rate.
- Oversaw two Joint Health and Safety Committees, providing training on evaluations and incident investigations.
- Directed all aspects of PSM for ammonia-covered facilities, including ammonia awareness training and drills.
- Ensured compliance with Workers' Compensation Act regulations and guidelines.
Education
Health, Safety And Environmental Compliance -
Langara College
Vancouver, British Columbia08-2021
Skills
- Health and Safety Program Development
- Risk Assessments and Mitigation Strategies
- Ergonomic Assessments and Solutions
- Leadership & Employee Safety Training
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Canva
- Electrical safety
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Accident investigation
- Safety auditing
Additional Information
Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and standards (WCA, OHSA, WHMIS, PSM)., Expertise in managing safety for ammonia facilities under OSHA requirements., Strong team player with a proactive approach to collaboration.
Certification
- Internal COR Auditor
Languages
English
Professional
Punjabi
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Health and Safety Advisor
University Canada West (UCW)
02.2024 - Current
Health and Safety Specialist / PSM Coordinator
Gordon Food Service Ltd.
01.2022 - 01.2024
Health, Safety And Environmental Compliance -
Langara College
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