Naipaul Persaud
Occupational Safety And Health Officer
Georgetown
Summary
Dynamic Occupational Health and Safety Officer with a proven track record at the Ministry of Labour, excelling in compliance inspections and incident analysis. Enhanced workplace safety through effective training and risk management strategies, achieving a significant reduction in accident rates. Strong communicator dedicated to fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Health and Safety Officer
Ministry of Labour
01.2011 - Current
- Performed regular audits of contractor safety records, ensuring adherence to established standards throughout the supply chain.
- Conducted thorough incident investigations, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Reduced accident rates through comprehensive risk assessments and proactive recommendations for improvements.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement in safety performance through ongoing communication and feedback mechanisms.
- Maintained compliance with Occupational Safety and Health regulations by ensuring proper documentation, reporting, and recordkeeping.
- Collaborated with management to develop and implement safety policies, procedures, and training programs.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge and skills through participation in industry conferences, seminars, and educational workshops.
- Spearheaded efforts to minimize environmental impacts through waste reduction initiatives and sustainable resource usage practices.
- Provided expert guidance on occupational health matters such as industrial hygiene monitoring, medical surveillance programs, and exposure control strategies.
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Increased employee awareness of safety practices by delivering engaging training sessions and workshops.
- Initiated cross-functional collaboration between departments to address complex safety challenges holistically.
- Played an instrumental role in obtaining ISO 45001 certification by aligning organizational processes with international standards requirements.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and implementing effective hazard control measures.
- Implemented ergonomics assessments to optimize workstation design for improved employee comfort and reduced injury risks.
- Developed emergency response plans to ensure organizational preparedness for various types of incidents.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
- Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
Technical Vocational Education & Training Officer
Ministry Of Labor And Social Security
09.2005 - 12.2010
- Supported career advancement for trainees through personalized coaching and mentoring sessions.
- Implemented post-training surveys and evaluations in order to measure the efficacy of delivered courses.
- Identified training needs and planned classes accordingly.
- Assessed skill gaps for trainees and developed training courses to meet identified needs.
- Evaluated trainees progress and provided constructive feedback, promoting continuous learning and improvement.
- Maintained accurate records of all completed trainings, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Developed strong relationships with department managers to align training initiatives with business goals and priorities.
- Conducted regular assessments of existing training programs, making adjustments as necessary to maintain effectiveness and relevance.
- Adjusted instructional strategies according to student needs and understanding of material.
- Ensured the alignment of organizational goals and objectives within each learning module presented.
- Incorporated real-world scenarios and case studies into lessons plans for increased contextual relevance.
- Improved overall company productivity by identifying skills gaps and addressing them with targeted training solutions.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to trainers and trainees.
- Developed job-specific competencies and performance standards.
- Worked with trainers to customize courseware to accommodate business needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Guyana
Turkyne, East Coast Demerara. 05.2001 -
Diploma in Technology
University of Guyana
Turkyne, East Coast Demerara. 05.2001 -
Technician Diploma in Electrical And Mech. Eng.
Government Technical Institute
Georgetown, Guyana07-1990
Skills
Conducting compliance inspections
Safety hazard detection
Incident analysis
Safety training development
Construction safety management
Emergency preparedness management
Fire safety compliance management
Lockout and tagout procedures
PPE compliance expertise
Safe chemical handling
Ergonomic design evaluations
Confined space safety
Noise reduction strategies
Health and safety assessments
First aid administration
Air quality assessment
Height safety protocols
Implementation of safety protocols
Safety audits
Incident analysis
Hazardous materials management
Accident prevention
Root-cause analysis
Risk management
Policy implementation
Regulatory compliance
OSH compliance
Timeline
Occupational Health and Safety Officer
Ministry of Labour
01.2011 - Current
Technical Vocational Education & Training Officer
Ministry Of Labor And Social Security
09.2005 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Guyana
05.2001 -
Diploma in Technology
University of Guyana
05.2001 -
Technician Diploma in Electrical And Mech. Eng.
Government Technical Institute