Samarth Puranik
Etobicoke,ON
Summary
Experienced with developing and implementing safety programs. Utilizes risk assessment and regulatory knowledge to ensure safe working environment. Strong understanding of emergency response planning and hazard prevention.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Health and Safety Coordinator
Deepak Nitrite
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations by meticulously maintaining accurate records of incidents, inspections, and corrective actions.
- Developed strong working relationships with regulatory bodies, facilitating smooth communication during inspections or audits.
- Worked closely with HR to develop an effective return-to-work program for injured employees, facilitating timely reintegration into the workforce while mitigating potential long-term health risks.
- Streamlined emergency response plans, resulting in faster response times and minimized risk to personnel during critical situations.
- Provide safety training to employees on topics such as emergency procedures, personal protective equipment (PPE), and hazard communication.
- Maintain safety records and documentation in accordance with company policies.
- Conduct hazard and risk assessments.
- Contribute to the creation and maintenance of health and safety policies.
- Ensure all activities comply with company policies and industry regulations.
- Assist with or lead audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
- Plan, coordinate, and conduct annual COR audits, support regional operations in preparation for company Health, Safety, Environment Management System (HSEMS) audits, develop action plans for continuous improvement, and participate in Internal and external audits identifying compliance gaps against company health and safety standards.
Health and Safety Officer
PI Industries
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Improved workplace safety measures by conducting regular inspections and risk assessments.
- Collaborated with management to develop comprehensive health and safety policies for the company.
- Managed hazardous materials handling procedures, ensuring proper storage, labeling, and disposal.
- Enhanced emergency preparedness with thorough evacuation plans and drills.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory agencies through meticulous record-keeping and reporting.
- Promoted a culture of safety awareness among employees through educational initiatives and presentations.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
- Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
Safety Management Intern
PI Industries
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Supported supervisor with sales analysis and reporting.
- Implemented time-saving techniques that improved overall workflow efficiency within the intern team.
- Maintained detailed records of project progress, ensuring accurate documentation was readily available for review by senior management.
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining management processes and implementing effective communication strategies.
- Participated in strategic planning sessions, contributing valuable insights into industry trends and competitive analysis.
- Assisted in employee training initiatives, enhancing overall staff competency and skill sets within the organization.
- Maintained documentation of daily notes, safety training records and accident investigations.
- Prepared and documented health and safety incident reports for management review.
- Collaborated with management to implement effective safety policies, promoting a safe working environment for all employees.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends and areas for improvement, reducing the likelihood of future accidents.
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
Education
Diploma Certificate - Occupational Health And Safety
Centennial College
Scarborough, ON08-2025
Post-Graduate Certificate - Project Management
Canadore College At Stanford
Scarborough, ON08-2024
Bachelor's of Engineering - Chemical Engineering
Gujarat Technological University
India10-2020
Skills
- Having knowledge about types of safety permits regarding different work
- Performing safety inspections regularly
- Hazard Identification and Risk assessment
- Having knowledge of Safety policies relating all safety standards
- Excellent ability to communicate and interact effectively with all levels of the organization
- Knowledge of relevant Provincial regulations and their standards
- Ability to effectively communicate and train employees on safety procedures
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Safe chemical handling with proper PPEs
- Knowledge about WHIMS, JHSC, HAZOP, First-Aid, CPR
- Incident reporting and ergonomics evaluation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual
Marathi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Health and Safety Coordinator
Deepak Nitrite
03.2022 - 12.2023
Health and Safety Officer
PI Industries
03.2021 - 03.2022
Safety Management Intern
PI Industries
10.2020 - 03.2021
Diploma Certificate - Occupational Health And Safety
Centennial College
Post-Graduate Certificate - Project Management
Canadore College At Stanford
Bachelor's of Engineering - Chemical Engineering
Gujarat Technological University
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