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
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