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Surrena Craig

Summary

Seasoned District Health & Safety Officer with a proven track record at Rocky Mountain School District, enhancing workplace safety and reducing accidents through effective safety training and risk assessment. Expert in health and safety auditing and critical thinking, I've spearheaded initiatives that fostered a strong safety culture, achieving significant improvements in employee well-being and compliance. In depth knowledge and leadership supporting both the organization and staff with an intergraded multidisciplinary Disability Management program.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

District Health & Safety Officer

Rocky Mountain School District
04.2017 - Current
  • Collaborated with management to set objectives and targets, promoting a safety culture across the organization.
  • Promoted a culture of safety awareness within the organization by organizing workshops, seminars, and other educational initiatives.
  • Claims Management including both occupation and non-occupation claims.
  • Leading multidisciplinary team approach to return to work planning and programming.
  • Developed safety polices and practices.
  • Improved workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
  • Reduced employee accidents through comprehensive training sessions on safety procedures and guidelines.
  • Implemented corrective actions following incident investigations, preventing future occurrences of similar issues.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of WSBC regulations, keeping the organization informed of changes and making necessary adjustments to internal processes.
  • Developed emergency response plans for various scenarios, increasing preparedness and minimizing potential damage in case of incidents.
  • Analyzed accident trends and identified areas for improvement, leading to decreased injury rates over time.
  • Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
  • Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
  • Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.

Advisor, Workplace Health & Safety

Interior Health Authority
10.2014 - 04.2017
  • Advising and supporting clients in both Interior and Norther Health with knowledge regarding health and safety culture and regulations.
  • MSIP and violence prevention training for management and site based staff.
  • Advised and supported worksites in practices geared for compliance with established safety standards.
  • Conducted risk assessments to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective actions accordingly.
  • Promoted a strong safety culture by leading by example and consistently demonstrating commitment to best practices in the workplace.
  • Reduced workplace accidents by creating targeted safety campaigns aimed at specific high-risk activities or behaviors.
  • Improved employee awareness of safety protocols through regular training sessions and workshops.

Rehabilitation Assistant

Interior Health Authority
01.2002 - 10.2014
  • Maintained a safe and clean therapy environment by adhering to infection control protocols and equipment maintenance standards.
  • Assisted with the administration of therapeutic interventions, contributing to improved patient wellbeing.
  • Supported therapists in conducting group therapy sessions, fostering social interaction among patients as part of their recovery process.
  • Fostered a positive and supportive atmosphere, encouraging patients to ask questions and express concerns about their rehabilitation process.
  • Ensured continuity of care by maintaining clear communication channels with therapists, physicians, and other healthcare providers.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize treatment strategies for each patient.

Education

Certificate - Psychologically Safe Leadership

University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, NB
2024

Certificate - Occupational Health And Safety

University Of New Brunswick
07.2022

Certificate - Basic Violence Threat Risk Assessment

Canadian Center For Threat Assessment & Trauma
2018

Certificate - Information Officer

Justice Institute of British Columbia
New Westminster, BC
2018

Certificate - Traumatic Events System Model

Canadian Center For Threat Assessment & Trauma
2017

Diploma - Therapeutic Recreation (Gerontology)

Lethbridge Community College
Lethbridge, AB

Skills

  • Occupational health
  • Safety Training
  • Incident Reporting
  • Biological Monitoring
  • Health and Safety Auditing
  • Health Promotion
  • Critical Thinking
  • Safety program development
  • Emergency response plans
  • Risk Assessment
  • Program Development

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated in the development of K-12 sector Violence in the Workplace tool kit.
  • BC Public School Employer's Association representative for Joint Health and Safety Task Force
  • Master Provincial Facilitator Violence Prevention- Interior Health
  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Trainer
  • BC School Safety Association President
  • Member of the WorkSafeBC K-12 Advisory Committee

Timeline

District Health & Safety Officer

Rocky Mountain School District
04.2017 - Current

Advisor, Workplace Health & Safety

Interior Health Authority
10.2014 - 04.2017

Rehabilitation Assistant

Interior Health Authority
01.2002 - 10.2014

Certificate - Psychologically Safe Leadership

University of New Brunswick

Certificate - Occupational Health And Safety

University Of New Brunswick

Certificate - Basic Violence Threat Risk Assessment

Canadian Center For Threat Assessment & Trauma

Certificate - Information Officer

Justice Institute of British Columbia

Certificate - Traumatic Events System Model

Canadian Center For Threat Assessment & Trauma

Diploma - Therapeutic Recreation (Gerontology)

Lethbridge Community College

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