Tumelo Ndaba
Health And Safety Specialist
Pretoria
Summary
Highly experienced accomplished Occupational Health and Safety Advisor/officer/specialist with 8 years of experience and a proven track record at Engen Petroleum, enhancing workplace safety by over 30% through comprehensive risk assessments and innovative control measures. Expert in hazard identification, legal compliance, and fostering a culture of safety awareness. Demonstrates exceptional communication and teamwork skills, ensuring effective cross-departmental collaboration and incident prevention. Knowledgeable professional eager to leverage knowledge in occupational health and safety. Qualified to create safety policies, conduct inspections and deliver training. Smart and efficient with relevant software and technology for data analysis and reporting.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Health and Safety Advisor
Engen Petroleum
Pretoria
07.2021 - Current
- Improved workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing necessary control measures.
- Conducted comprehensive hazard analyses to identify potential risks, developing strategies to mitigate or eliminate them effectively.
- Spearheaded the development of an incident learning system that facilitated sharing lessons learned from accidents or near misses companywide.
- Conducted incident investigations, participated in audits and collected data and information to maximize workplace safety.
- Evaluated contractor safety performance during site visits, ensuring adherence to established protocols and maintaining a safe work environment for all personnel involved.
- Enhanced communication between departments by organizing cross-functional safety committees, fostering cooperation in addressing potential hazards.
- Coordinated industrial hygiene efforts such as air sampling and noise monitoring, successfully maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Accompanied, documented and reported OSHA inspections, insurance oversight and other formal safety and security measures at work site.
- Implemented regular toolbox talks covering relevant health and safety topics, keeping employees informed about best practices.
- Reduced accident rates through consistent monitoring, evaluation, and improvement of health and safety policies.
- Collaborated with management to create a culture of safety awareness, resulting in improved employee engagement and accountability.
- Created safe work environment by complying with safety, health, and security requirements.
- Mentored and supported staff in identifying and implementing procedures and practices to protect safety and security of workers.
- Promoted a proactive approach to injury prevention by implementing early intervention programs for ergonomic concerns.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive safety documentation, including policies, procedures, training materials, and inspection checklists.
- Developed effective emergency response plans for various situations, leading to faster response times and minimized impact on operations.
- Served as a trusted resource for employees to report concerns or seek guidance on health and safety-related matters, fostering a supportive work environment.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
Health and Safety Officer
King Trading Enterprise Pty
Pretoria
08.2016 - 06.2021
- 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.
- 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.
- Monitored company-wide compliance with established safety policies through regular audits and feedback sessions.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
Education
Certificate - Microsoft Office Transition 2013
Alison Academy
UkCertificate - Occupational Health And Safety Management
IQ Academy
East London Certificate - Incident Investigation
Safety Academy
Cape Town Certificate - Hazard Identification And Risk Assessment
Safety Academy
Cape Town Certificate - Legal Liability
Nosa College
Pretoria Diploma - Risk Management
Alison Academy
UkCertificate - She Representative
Nosa College
Pretoria Skills
Problem-Solving
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of 100 employees in the development of waterfalls estate.
- Supervised team of 100 staff members.
- Documented and resolved the prevention of accidents which led to 75% reduction.
- Achieved 75% reducing injury on duty by completing reporting daily activities with accuracy and efficiency.
Affiliations
- Member of South African Institute of Occupational health and safety
- Saiosh
Additional Information
Reference 1
King Trading Enterprise pty
Odwa Twala.
Reference 2
Engen petroleum pty
Israel Maluleka
Timeline
Health and Safety Advisor
Engen Petroleum
07.2021 - Current
Health and Safety Officer
King Trading Enterprise Pty
08.2016 - 06.2021
Certificate - Microsoft Office Transition 2013
Alison Academy
Certificate - Occupational Health And Safety Management
IQ Academy
Certificate - Incident Investigation
Safety Academy
Certificate - Hazard Identification And Risk Assessment
Safety Academy
Certificate - Legal Liability
Nosa College
Diploma - Risk Management
Alison Academy
Certificate - She Representative
Nosa College
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