Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
8e
Naipaul Persaud

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, Guyana
07-1990

Skills

Conducting compliance inspections

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

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Naipaul PersaudOccupational Safety And Health Officer