Smanga Khumalo
Safety Officer
Nelspruit
Summary
Experienced professional dedicated to taking on challenging opportunities to leverage skills and drive organizational success. Proficient in developing innovative strategies to contribute to company growth while prioritizing safety. Skilled in identifying and mitigating potential hazards through proactive measures, promoting team awareness and compliance. Deep understanding of safety regulations and best practices to maintain a secure work environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2013
2013
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Safety Officer
Vuhlari Energy
11.2023 - 03.2025
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Reduced accident rates with consistent monitoring of employee compliance to safety protocols.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing necessary control measures.
- Conducted regular safety audits, identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective actions promptly.
- Provided guidance and resources to employees to maintain safety procedures and enhance protection.
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
- Communicated safety performance and progress to management and employees to provide up to date information.
- Collaborated with management to develop site-specific safety policies, ensuring alignment with federal and state requirements.
Safety rep
Enza Construction
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Member of safety committee
- Ensuring adherence to safety at work place
- Chairing toolbox talks and safety meetings
- Assist with the establishment of the fall protection plan
- Where it is not possible to remove hazards I am to inform employees thereof and what precautionary action to be taken
- Ensure all incidents are properly recorded, reported and investigated
- Assist in the risk identification, evaluate and developing safe working procedures
Safety Officer
Mayibuye Multicultural window
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Assist in compiling the SHE plan
- Assist the risk identification, evaluate and developing safe working procedures
- Conduct hazard analysis and take the necessary corrective action
- Ensure all the incidents are properly recorded
- Ensure safety meetings are held regularly and results are recorded
- Ensure health and safety representatives conduct monthly inspections and submit the required report
- Ensure the contractors comply with the health and safety specification
- Assist with establishment of the fall protection plan
- Ensure monthly environmental health and safety reports are submitted
- Ensure the implementation of health and safety procedures with company system
Education
Diploma - Safety management
Vaal University of Technology
Skills
- Computer literacy
- Communication skills
- Team work
Workplace safety
Risk management
Emergency response
Hazard identification
Incident investigation
Incident reporting
Personal protective equipment
Accident investigation
Records/files maintenance
References
Absolom, Mpitso, Safety officer,
Email: Absolom.mpitso@enzacon.co.za,
Contact no+27 82 603 2348, Enza Construction
Bheki Mokoena, Supervisor,
Contact no 0767479124, Vuhlari Energy
Ridgwell Hlabangane, Safety officer, Vuhlari Energy
Contact no 0762267054,
Email: Ridgwell.hlabangane@gmail.com
Timeline
Safety Officer
Vuhlari Energy
11.2023 - 03.2025
Safety rep
Enza Construction
01.2021 - 01.2022
Safety Officer
Mayibuye Multicultural window
01.2020 - 01.2021
Diploma - Safety management
Vaal University of Technology
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