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Sebatshabeng Solomon Kau

Sebatshabeng Solomon Kau

Construction Health And Safety Officer
Rustenburg,NW

Summary

Accomplished Construction Health and Safety Officer with extensive experience in developing and implementing health and safety policies, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with OSHA standards. Proven track record in managing multi-site operations, leading HSE committees, and delivering comprehensive training programmes. Adept at hazard identification, emergency response planning, and incident investigation. Skilled in ergonomic assessments, quality and safety audits, and contractor permit to work systems. Committed to fostering a culture of safety through proactive engagement with employees at all levels. Career goal: To leverage expertise in occupational health and safety to drive continuous improvement in workplace safety standards.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
4
4
Languages

Work History

Construction Health and Safety Officer

Dinga Business Solutions
02.2025 - Current
  • Improved workplace safety measures by conducting regular inspections and risk assessments.
  • Enhanced emergency preparedness with thorough evacuation plans and drills.
  • Managed hazardous materials handling procedures, ensuring proper storage, labeling, and disposal.
  • Promoted a culture of safety awareness among employees through educational initiatives and presentations.
  • Implemented a proactive approach to hazard identification by regularly evaluating work processes and equipment for potential risks.
  • Led cross-functional teams in efforts to address potential hazards or unsafe working conditions discovered during site audits or inspections.
  • Coordinated with external vendors to ensure proper maintenance and calibration of safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers and gas detectors.
  • Reduced the occurrence of accidents by implementing safety training programs for employees.
  • Collaborated with management to develop comprehensive health and safety policies for the company.
  • Served as a liaison between company management, regulatory agencies, and employees regarding health and safety matters on an ongoing basis.
  • Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
  • Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
  • Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
  • Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
  • Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
  • Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.

Construction Health and Safety officer

Sibalikhulu pipe lines
04.2024 - 01.2025
  • Assessed machine noise levels, operations and output, determining machines stay aligned with regulations.
  • Organised and led health and safety training sessions for employees, enhancing awareness and compliance.
  • Undertook surveys to determine cause and effects of various hazard elements on staff.
  • Recorded incidents to investigate causes of worker compensation claims and determine legitimacy from evidence presented.
  • Prepared and submitted detailed reports on health and safety performance to senior management.
  • Advised management on health and safety strategies and their implementation, contributing to policy development.
  • Oversaw heavy machine installations, maintenance and repairs, verifying employees follow Health and Safety guidelines.
  • Managed compensation, rehabilitation and return to work processes for injured employees, enabling productivity during recuperation.
  • Assisted in the development of emergency plans, including evacuation procedures and first aid arrangements.
  • Developed and maintained an effective incident reporting and investigation system, ensuring thorough analysis and follow-up.
  • Monitored the use of personal protective equipment PPE, ensuring proper usage and maintenance for maximum protection.
  • Maintained comprehensive records of health and safety incidents, training, and audits for regulatory compliance and internal review.
  • Recommended methods to reduce ongoing hazards with improved methods, processes and materials.
  • Conducted risk assessments using findings to design long-term interventions.
  • Reviewed company policies and procedures, determining compliance with current laws and regulations, making amendments when needed.
  • Inspected workplace to determine required improvements to eliminate hazards.
  • Conducted site inspections to determine hazard-free environment and potential danger, eliminating health and safety risks.
  • Assessed workplace compliance with key safety standards and government regulations, initiating remediation processes to correct deficiencies.
  • Assisted in controlling environmental health risks in workplace through practical and cost-effective methods.
  • Assessed workplace ergonomics, advising on adjustments to equipment and workstations to prevent strain injuries.
  • Assisted in developing training sessions for workforces, creating based on policy updates, enhanced safety procedures and improvements needed.
  • Reviewed and approved risk assessments and method statements from contractors, guaranteeing adherence to safety protocols.
  • Identified root causes of issues, completing investigation reports and following up on outcomes.
  • Engaged with employees at all levels to promote a culture of safety and prevent complacency.
  • Oversaw the maintenance of fire safety equipment and systems, scheduling regular checks to ensure operational readiness.
  • Analysed accident and incident statistics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
  • Conducted interviews, surveys and conversations with staff to obtain opinions and views on workplace environments.
  • Wrote comprehensive inspection reports outlining outcomes and steps taken.
  • Performed regular site inspections to identify potential risks and implement corrective measures.
  • Collaborated with management and employees to foster a proactive approach to health and safety, encouraging feedback and participation.
  • Suspended dangerous activities posing active or potential threat to worker health and safety.
  • Conducted regular inspections and interviews to determine workers follow usage of PPE, preventing health and safety anomalies.
  • Liaised with external health and safety consultants to stay abreast of legislative changes and best practices.
  • Facilitated the establishment of health and safety committees, strengthening employee engagement and collaboration on safety matters.
  • Delivered periodic reports to senior management, highlighting health and safety performance, challenges, and improvement opportunities.
  • Conducted regular health and safety audits, identifying risks and implementing corrective measures to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Participated in construction and project planning meetings, integrating health and safety considerations into project designs and timelines.
  • Investigated accidents occurred in area to determine cause, improve overall risk management and prevent similar occurrences in future.
  • Scheduled meetings to discuss and verify health and safety concerns, addressing best practises and quality standards.
  • Promptly intervened and rectified unsafe acts carried out within workplace to strengthen security and promote protective measures.
  • Oversaw compensation, rehabilitation and return to work processes for injured employees.
  • Coordinated emergency response drills, enhancing staff preparedness for fire, evacuation, and other critical situations.
  • Managed the implementation of health and safety policies, continuously reviewing and updating procedures to meet industry best practices.
  • Led investigations into workplace accidents and incidents, compiling detailed reports and recommendations to prevent future occurrences.

Site Supervisor/ safety officer

BME engineering
08.2023 - 03.2024
  • Adapted project schedules in response to unforeseen challenges, minimising disruptions and maintaining project momentum.
  • Conducted in-depth quality inspections on finished construction work, ensuring projects were completed to standards.
  • Arranged site operations and equipment movements for optimum safety and minimum risk to crews, surrounding structures and general public.
  • Trained team members in onsite safety protocols and procedures to minimise injuries.
  • Develop and implement Safe work procedures and facilitation
  • Conduct Toolbox Talks
  • Monitor HSE legal compliance

Construction Health and Safety Officer

Mvesi Design And Construction
01.2012 - 08.2023
  • Develop and implement Safe work procedures and facilitation
  • Develop and implement Health and Safety Policies
  • To support the health and safety requirements by administering, aligning and integrating the health and safety procedures, internal and external systems across operations and clients
  • Conduct HIRA Assessments
  • Ensure mandatory agreements are entered between the client and contractors
  • Conduct weekly safety inspections on site and report deviations to management
  • Provide all employees and contractors with access to the Occupational Health and Safety Act as well as HSE documentation
  • Conduct Toolbox Talks
  • Conduct regular HSE awareness campaigns
  • Establish HSE Committee and Chair Committee meetings
  • Facilitate HSE review meeting, take and follow up on minutes of the meeting until closure
  • Controlling of documents and updating register
  • Monitor HSE legal compliance
  • Conduct HSE monthly Audits and report on compliance
  • Advise and support HSE implementation, functioning and sustainability
  • Assist with HSE campaigns and initiatives
  • Assist with the Development and implementation of HSE policies and procedures
  • Ensure that proper HSE planning is done for upcoming projects
  • Prepare HSE Files and submit to the clients
  • Provide appointed contractors with HSE Specifications, review and approved contractor HSE Files before projects are started
  • Conduct HSE induction for employees and visitors at site
  • Ensure all legal appointments are in place for the area of control as per OHS Act 85 of 1993 requirements
  • Report all incidents
  • Prepare and report on Initial Notification
  • Ensure that all incidents are preliminary effectively as per procedure and legislation
  • Ensure that incidents are followed up and all corrective actions are closed
  • Maintain all incident documentation as per procedure
  • Conduct daily walk about and report unsafe acts and conditions in writing and present to management
  • Follow up on all reported unsafe acts and conditions
  • Conduct site HSE inspections and provide a report
  • Be available for all audits or ensure that adequate representation is provided
  • Report weekly on HSE compliance to management
  • COVID-19 Management
  • Develop and implement COVID-19 Policies
  • Develop and implement COVID-19 Safe Operating Procedure
  • Develop and implement COVID-19 self-Audit Checklist
  • Develop and implement COVID-19 Risk Assessments
  • Facilitate visitor screening and registers
  • Facilitate COVID-19 Induction and awareness training
  • Facilitate procedure for medical screening
  • Establish COVID-19 task team
  • Draft COVID-19 Legal appointments for members of the task team
  • Risk Management
  • Conduct regular fire prevention and construction facilities inspections with findings documented and reported to management
  • Ensure all safety signs and notices are prominently displayed on site
  • Maintain good housekeeping principles
  • Coordinate all training of employees on site and schedule all courses with the safety department
  • Ensure that monthly H&S inspection of their work areas
  • Ensure that all teams conduct a toolbox talk
  • Conducts daily risks observations in the workplace
  • Evaluate environmental impacts within & around the workplace and ensure implementation of corrective and preventative action
  • Apply relevant initiatives to prevent loss of health, life, equipment, product, environment within the workplace
  • Monitor that Safe Work Instructions are put in place for all jobs as per the Scope of Work
  • Monitor that Risk Assessments are in place for every job before commencement of any job
  • Monitor the schedule for Occupational Hygiene Surveys
  • Ensure action plans are drawn from the Occupational Hygiene surveys and actions closed out
  • Ensure that the required environmental monitoring is in place
  • Administration and Management of The HSE Section
  • Ensure that all appointments are done and the communication of the responsibilities to the appointee is explained
  • Ensure all registers and checklists are updated on a weekly and monthly basis
  • Ensure all employees are inducted prior to be permitted to work on site
  • Ensure that all Safety signage is relevant to the work area
  • Compile a site safety file for the client and ensure all legislative documentation is communicated to employees on an on-going basis
  • Ensure no sub-contractor is permitted to work on site without being in possession of a safety file
  • Contractors must then be advised by the safety officer to compile the correct documentation based on their scope of work

Education

High School Diploma -

RAKOKO SENIOR SECONDARY
Rustenburg, NW
04.2001 -

NQF LEVEL 5 - Occupational Health And Safety

NOSA
Boksburg, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Understanding of OSHA regulations

Certification

APPLYING SHE PRINCIPLES AND PROCEDURES

References

Sipho, Mhlongo, Managing Director, sipho@mvesi.co.za, 072 148 4423, Mvesi Design and construction

Miss Connie Mocumi . Project Manager . Dinga Business Solutions 073 955 9627

Mr Gift Ngoveni , Construction Manager, Dinga Sombs jv, victor@sombsholdings.co.za, 072 442 1009

Interests

OUT DOORS, FISHING, RESEARCH AND BECHMARKING ON OHS RELATED MATTERS

Training

  • 2014, SAMTRAC, Describe risk management as a process and discuss different risk-control measures, Evaluate different incident-prevention theories, Motivate the use of SHE management systems, Advise on different legislative requirements, Evaluate the management of different technical aspects as part of the SHE management system, Assist management with the implementation and maintenance of effective occupational health, safety and environmental programmes, Identify relevant acts, regulations and guidelines, Describe the environmental impact of industrial operations, Write risk-based standards for SHE management systems, Advise on implementation and measurement of standards, Advise on co-ordinating the SHE management system to achieve constant improvement, Describe how the effectiveness of the system can be evaluated
  • 2019, Basic Firefighting, Fire Terminology and the Burning Process, The Fire Triangle, Dangers of a fire, Fire Spread, Classifications of Fires, Extinguishing Mediums and Extinguishers, Fire Hose Reel, Fire Buckets, Fire Blankets, Fire Prevention Goals, Causes of Fires in the Workplace, How to Prevent a Fire, Warning of a Fire, Alerting the Fire Department, Duties of a Workplace Fire Fighter, Legal Requirements, Symbolic Signs, General Evacuation Diagram
  • 2019, Combined First Aid L1 - 3, One & Two Rescuer C.P.R., Child & Infant C.P.R., Joint injuries (sport injuries), Chest & eye injuries, Multiple injury management, Abdominal Pelvic injuries, Environmental illnesses & injuries, Poisoning, bites & stings, Chest pain, diabetes, epilepsy & convulsions, Drowning & diving accidents, Elementary & applied anatomy & physiology, Rescue carries, Emergency equipment, Revision of level 1 & 2 first aid content, Emergency childbirth, Water related emergencies, Behavioural emergencies, Special patients and emergency oxygen therapy, Practical demonstrations and practical exercises
  • 2012, Introduction to SAMTRAC, Discuss and apply the techniques for hazard identification and risk assessment in the workplace, Identify and understand SHE management-system procedures., Develop SHE management-system procedures and work instructions, Identify SHE management-system monitoring and measurement requirements, Develop SHE objectives, targets and management programmes
  • 2012, ASHEPP, Explain and apply SHE requirements in the workplace, Exercise SHE responsibilities in a workplace, SHE System Planning, Implementing a SHE System, Incident prevention, Education and training, Procedural controls
  • 2020, COVID-19 Workplaces Preparedness Health, Safety and Claims management, Explanation of the relevant Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations relating to COVID-19, Employers obligations towards employees and third parties, The appointment of COVID-19 Compliance Officers (new changes), Responsibilities of employees, COVID-19 classification, monitoring exposure at workplace, medical surveillance (HBAR), Detailed explanation of the Consolidated Directions on Occupational Health and Safety Measures in Certain Workplaces, Correct symptom monitoring and management for employees (updated – new time frames), Dealing with positive, symptomatic and asymptomatic workers (new), How to identifying high risk and low risk COVID exposures at work (new), Leave applicable for isolation and quarantine of employees (new), Guidance note for workplaces in the event of identification of a COVID-19 positive employee, Reporting authorities and emergency contact details, hospitals and centres of disease control - COVID-19 (new), Guideline on the submission of COVID-19 related health data from workplace
  • 2022, LEGAL LIABILITY
  • 2022, INCIDENT INVESTIGATION
  • 2022, SACPCMP REGISTERED (CHSO)

CUSTOM SECTION

  • Mr Adheesh Sewrajah, Resident Engineer Glad Africa, AdheeshS@gladafrica.com, 078 882 6852
  • Mr Tshepo Mlangeni, Resident Engineer. Akwetu consulting, 072 544 0549
  • Mr Brian Hlabangana, Resident Engineer. Arup, 078 4788529

DRIVING LICENCE

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Affiliations

SACPCMP

Timeline

Construction Health and Safety Officer

Dinga Business Solutions
02.2025 - Current

Construction Health and Safety officer

Sibalikhulu pipe lines
04.2024 - 01.2025

Site Supervisor/ safety officer

BME engineering
08.2023 - 03.2024

Construction Health and Safety Officer

Mvesi Design And Construction
01.2012 - 08.2023

High School Diploma -

RAKOKO SENIOR SECONDARY
04.2001 -

NQF LEVEL 5 - Occupational Health And Safety

NOSA
04.2001 -
Sebatshabeng Solomon KauConstruction Health And Safety Officer