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
2022.06 - 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
2021.07 - 2022.06
- 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
2018.09 - 2019.11
- 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
2018.09 - 2018.12
- 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
2017.08 - 2018.08
- 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
2018.01 - 2018.05
- 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)
2022.06 - Current
Laboratory Technician
Altasciences
2021.07 - 2022.06
Cashier
Vert Pomme
2018.09 - 2019.11
Ergonomics internship
centre hospitalier Maisonneuve-Rosemont (HMR)
2018.09 - 2018.12
Ergonomics internship
Parmalat
2018.01 - 2018.05
Care-taker for children living with the spectrum of autism
West Montreal Readaptation Centre
2017.08 - 2018.08
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