Eric Bosch
Health, Safety & Environment Specialist/ ETDP Practitioner
George
Summary
Experienced facilitator with a proven track record of guiding groups to achieve goals through team collaboration and adaptability. Skilled in communication, conflict resolution, and strategic planning to create impactful solutions. Safety professional with expertise in hazard identification, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance, driving safety initiatives and enhancing workplace safety culture. Reliable firefighter with 19 years of experience responding to emergency calls, promoting fire safety, and mentoring others in fire drills and equipment inspection.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
8083
8083
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Facilitator
CHS Training (Pty) Ltd
01.2015 - 07.2018
- Company Overview: TETA Accredited
- Legal Liability
- Flagman with Radio Call Procedures
- Traffic Management
- Conducting non-accredited workshops/Programmes & Courses for example: Basic Fire Fighting, Basic Health & Safety, Basic First Aid Awareness
- Enhanced program effectiveness by collaborating with colleagues to review and revise curriculum content regularly.
- Increased participant engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions into sessions.
- Delivered high-quality training sessions, ensuring participants developed a thorough understanding of the subject matter.
- Fostered an inclusive learning environment by addressing diverse needs and adapting facilitation techniques as needed.
- Identified areas in need of improvement and implemented solutions.
- Project for SANRAL- appointed by EC Traffic Services
- Site Risk Assessor: I was the Site Risk Assessor for the R176 000 000 HIV/Aids in the Workplace
- Environmental Awareness Etc.
- Assessing facilitators in their performances
- Assessing and/or reviewing training material
- SHE Representative
- SHE Risk Assessments
- Stacking, Storage & General Housekeeping
- TETA Accredited
- Contact Persons: Conrad Pienaar (072 227 6356) CHS Training Services
- Felicia Lucas (083 382 3341) CHS Training Services
- Marketing: Marketing CHS Training Services on-site across RSA
Fire Fighter
Eden District Municipality
01.1995 - 11.2014
- Provide first aid treatment to casualties in all emergency situations
- Assisting various ambulance services in stabilizing the casualties
- Assisting the Air Mercy Services Helicopter to air lift casualties
- Working in the Joint Operations Control (JOC) during disasters and disaster training
- Attending various fire emergencies (Veld, Vehicle, Houses, Informal Structures, businesses & Bush fires)
- Attending to accident scenes (using the Jaws of Life to free people & animals)
- Attending drowning emergencies
- Attending hazardous chemical spill scenes on all roads
- Ensuring scene safety & coordinating all scene assets
- Cleaning of scenes after accidents or other incidents
- Fire Inspections (Businesses & Farms)
- Fire Inspection Reports
- Maintaining vehicles & equipment
- Ensuring maintenance programs are adhered to
- Assisting in general repairs
- Cleaning of fire vehicles, equipment & fire station
- Driving of various emergency vehicles to emergency scenes
- Working in the Forward Observation Base (FOB)
- Attending disaster management meetings
- Planning of emergency training scenarios (ACSA, Petro SA, Metro Ambulance Rescue Training, Air Mercy Services Training, Mountain Rescue Training, Urban search & rescue, Etc)
- Budget meetings (Monthly, Quarterly & Yearly)
- Incident / Accident provincial statistics meetings
- Fire & Rescue provincial statistic meetings
- Fire Chiefs Meeting (Where Fire Chief was unavailable)
- Contact Persons: Denver Moses (083 774 1621) Eden DM Fire & Rescue
- Wouter Jacobs (083 530 4307) Eden District Mun. Disaster Management
- Increased firefighter skill levels by providing ongoing training sessions on new equipment use, rescue techniques, and hazardous materials handling.
- Maintained optimal fire station conditions by overseeing daily equipment checks, facility repairs, and inventory management tasks.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Checked fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
- Saved lives and protected property by swiftly executing firefighting techniques during numerous incidents.
- Enhanced teamwork among crew members through regular training exercises and collaboration in high-pressure situations.
- Improved emergency response times by implementing more efficient dispatch procedures and optimizing fire equipment readiness.
- Developed strong relationships with fellow first responders by participating in joint training exercises and supporting mutual aid agreements.
- Acted quickly to contain hazardous chemicals likely to catch fire, leak, or spill.
- Strengthened public safety awareness through educational presentations, workshops, and community outreach events.
- Reduced fire hazards within the community by conducting thorough building inspections and recommending preventive measures.
- Streamlined communication between firefighters and command staff during incidents with clear radio procedures and incident reporting protocols.
- Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries, and panic.
- Completed timely administrative tasks such as record-keeping, report writing, budget monitoring, or personnel evaluations to support department operations.
- Contributed to a positive work environment for all crew members by consistently demonstrating leadership qualities, professionalism, and dedication to duty.
- Inspected equipment following each fire call to ascertain effective functionality of hoses, breathing masks and fire tools.
- Led successful search-and-rescue missions to locate missing persons or trapped individuals during fires or natural disasters.
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
- Mentored new firefighters by sharing knowledge and experience, fostering a supportive learning environment for professional development.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to ensure smooth coordination during emergency operations and disaster responses.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the fire department by adhering to established protocols in both routine activities and emergency situations.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Conducted fire drills and trained new recruits in use of firefighting equipment.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
Education
High School Diploma -
P.W.Botha Collage
George 01.1993 - 11.1997
Diploma in Workplace Safety & Health -
Alison
Diploma in Occupational Health, Safety & Environment (OHSE) -
Alison
Diploma in Fire Safety -
Alison
01.2015 - 01.2015
Facilitator (US 117871) -
Skills Dynamic Africa
04.2001 -
Assessor (US 115753) - undefined
African Competency Development (ETDP SETA)
Moderator (US 115759) -
African Competency Development (ETDP SETA)
Fire Fighter 1 (NFPA 1001) -
Southern African Emergency Services Institute (IFSAC / SAESI)
Fire Fighter 2 (NFPA 1001) - undefined
Southern African Emergency Services Institute (IFSAC / SAESI)
Hazardous Materials Awareness Level (NFPA 1001) -
Southern African Emergency Services Institute (IFSAC / SAESI
04.2001 -
Helicopter Aerial Fire Fighting Support -
Cape Metropolitan Council
04.2001 -
CPR, AED & First Aid -
Alison
04.2001 -
Safety, Health & Environmental Risk Control -
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
04.2001 -
Fire Prevention & Safety Strategies -
FFA Fire Collage
04.2001 -
Pump Operator Course -
Fire Fly Emergency Management Services
04.2001 -
Skills
Facilitation techniques
Strategic planning
Project management
Staff management
Professionalism
Problem-solving abilities
Self motivation
Time management abilities
Teamwork and collaboration
Adaptability and flexibility
Professional demeanor
Effective communication
Personal Information
- ID Number: 7811165057087
- Driving License: EC (Code 14)
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Diploma in Fire Safety -
Alison
01.2015 - 01.2015
Facilitator
CHS Training (Pty) Ltd
01.2015 - 07.2018
Facilitator (US 117871) -
Skills Dynamic Africa
04.2001 -
Hazardous Materials Awareness Level (NFPA 1001) -
Southern African Emergency Services Institute (IFSAC / SAESI
04.2001 -
Helicopter Aerial Fire Fighting Support -
Cape Metropolitan Council
04.2001 -
CPR, AED & First Aid -
Alison
04.2001 -
Safety, Health & Environmental Risk Control -
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
04.2001 -
Fire Prevention & Safety Strategies -
FFA Fire Collage
04.2001 -
Pump Operator Course -
Fire Fly Emergency Management Services
04.2001 -
Fire Fighter
Eden District Municipality
01.1995 - 11.2014
High School Diploma -
P.W.Botha Collage
01.1993 - 11.1997
Assessor (US 115753) - undefined
African Competency Development (ETDP SETA)
Fire Fighter 2 (NFPA 1001) - undefined
Southern African Emergency Services Institute (IFSAC / SAESI)
Diploma in Workplace Safety & Health -
Alison
Diploma in Occupational Health, Safety & Environment (OHSE) -
Alison
Moderator (US 115759) -
African Competency Development (ETDP SETA)
Fire Fighter 1 (NFPA 1001) -
Southern African Emergency Services Institute (IFSAC / SAESI)