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RACHEL PAQUETTE

Montreal,Quebec

Summary

Safety-oriented professional systematic about assessing and improving worker conditions through short- and long-term monitoring strategies. Highly analytical, observant and skilled at identifying and resolving diverse concerns. Excellent inspection and documentation skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Health and Safety Coordinator

CIUSSS Centre-Sud de Montréal (CCSMTL)
Montréal, QC
06.2022 - Current
  • Trained staff on how to safely operate machinery and equipment.
  • Ordered suspension of activities posing threats to workers' health or safety.
  • Maintained and updated emergency response plans or procedures.
  • Responded quickly to employee complaints related to unsafe working conditions.
  • Advised senior management on best practices for maintaining a safe work environment.
  • Determined root causes of accidents via in-depth investigations and identified potential prevention strategies to mitigate future risk.
  • Trained new employees in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents with proper behaviors.
  • Audited internal processes related to health and safety regulations on a regular basis.
  • Researched new technologies that can improve workplace safety measures.

Laboratory Technician

Altasciences
Laval, QC
07.2021 - 06.2022
  • Disposed of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions.
  • Supervised supplies in inventory and notified supervisor of low stock levels.
  • Prepared test samples and obtained and recorded test data in accordance with standards.
  • Documented all experimental procedures and results in an organized manner for future reference.
  • Supervised cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment to prevent errors and breakdowns.
  • Assisted with training new lab technicians on proper operation of instruments, safety protocols, and other relevant topics.
  • Prepared specimens and forms for transport to outside laboratories.

Cashier

Vert Pomme
Montreal
09.2018 - 11.2019
  • Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.
  • Organized promotional displays or arrange merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
  • Kept check-out areas clean, organized and well-stocked to maintain attractive store.
  • Scanned items and checked pricing on cash register for accuracy.
  • Processed sales transactions to prevent long customer wait times.
  • Processed refunds for worn, damaged and broken merchandise.
  • Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.

Ergonomics internship

centre hospitalier Maisonneuve-Rosemont (HMR)
Montreal
09.2018 - 12.2018
  • Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
  • Created status reports on operational activities.
  • Provided training sessions for new employees on company procedures and protocols.
  • Compiled weekly reports on customer feedback and satisfaction ratings.
  • Attended and participated in meetings and brainstorming sessions with team members.

Care-taker for children living with the spectrum of autism

West Montreal Readaptation Centre
Montreal
08.2017 - 08.2018
  • Observed, reported and documented patient status and care provided.
  • Redirected poor behavior using positive reinforcement.
  • Developed positive relationships with families of special needs individuals.
  • Kept up-to-date on the latest developments in the field of special education through continuing education courses.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Organized leisure activities like games, music or art projects to encourage creative expression among clients.
  • Compiled treatment reports and progress evaluations to share with parents and guardians throughout time in program.
  • Kept records of children's behavior and progress to provide updates to parents.

Ergonomics internship

Parmalat
Montreal
01.2018 - 05.2018
  • Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
  • Created status reports on operational activities.
  • Provided training sessions for new employees on company procedures and protocols.

Education

Post Graduate Degree in Ergonomics -

University of Quebec at Montreal (UQAM)
01.2020

Honours Bachelor with Specialization in Human Kinetics -

University of Ottawa
01.2016

Honours Bachelor in Health Sciences -

University of Ottawa
01.2015

Skills

  • Good with interpersonal and teamwork communications
  • Good with Organization and priorization
  • Great abilities with Microsoft Office
  • Fluent in French (native language) and excellent in English
  • Empathic, patient and flexible
  • Creative, ambitious and reliable
  • Ability to teach and mentor
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Health Promotion
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Accident Investigation
  • Incident Reporting
  • Accident Prevention
  • Critical Thinking
  • Risk Assessment
  • Hazard Identification

Personal Information

Driving License: class 5

Training

  • MAPAQ Food Hygiene and Safety Certification, Hygiène et salubrité alimentaires inc., Montréal, 05/09/19
  • CPR and AED First Aid Training, Ambulance Saint-Jean, Montreal, 01/2017
  • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), Living works, Ottawa, 11/2016

Certification

MAPAQ Certification with Hygiène et salubrité alimentaires inc, Montréal

9 May 2019

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) with Living works, Ottawa

November 2016

Languages

French
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Spanish
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Health and Safety Coordinator

CIUSSS Centre-Sud de Montréal (CCSMTL)
06.2022 - Current

Laboratory Technician

Altasciences
07.2021 - 06.2022

Cashier

Vert Pomme
09.2018 - 11.2019

Ergonomics internship

centre hospitalier Maisonneuve-Rosemont (HMR)
09.2018 - 12.2018

Ergonomics internship

Parmalat
01.2018 - 05.2018

Care-taker for children living with the spectrum of autism

West Montreal Readaptation Centre
08.2017 - 08.2018

Post Graduate Degree in Ergonomics -

University of Quebec at Montreal (UQAM)

Honours Bachelor with Specialization in Human Kinetics -

University of Ottawa

Honours Bachelor in Health Sciences -

University of Ottawa
RACHEL PAQUETTE