Norman mwazuna
Mombasa,Mombasa
Summary
Results-driven Environmental Health and Safety Manager with knack for implementing comprehensive safety programmes. Spearheaded initiatives that led to significant reductions in workplace incidents and enhanced regulatory compliance. Well-versed in fostering culture of safety and continuous improvement among teams. Dedicated and proactive professional with strong foundation in risk assessment and regulatory compliance, coupled with excellent communication and leadership abilities. Proven track record in implementing safety procedures and managing health programmes, ensuring safe and compliant working environment. Committed to driving continuous improvement and fostering culture of safety in managing/management role.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
14150
14150
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Environmental Health & Safety Manager
Umoja Rubber product Limited Co.
Mtwapa, Kilifi
12.2018 - 12.2023
- Ensured alignment of company's safety standards with national laws, reduced legal complications significantly.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting regular risk assessments and audits.
- Developed comprehensive health and safety training programmes for reduced employee accidents.
- Implemented environmental policies, resulted in a greener work environment.
- Conducted regular site inspections to ensure adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation for improved compliance levels.
- Liaised with regulatory bodies, ensured consistent statutory compliance.
- Facilitated emergency response drills with the aim of improved preparedness amongst staff.
- Produced detailed reports on incidents, led to enhanced preventive measures.
- Advised management on environmental sustainability matters for an eco-friendly business approach.
- Organised workshops on waste management, achieved significant reduction in waste production.
- Coordinated with different department heads to integrate safety protocols into all activities.
- Developed comprehensive risk mitigation strategies resulting in fewer workplace accidents.
- Implemented new safety procedures that improved overall workplace security standards.
- Led investigations into any incidents or near-misses to prevent future occurrences effectively.
- Reviewed existing policies regularly, ensured they remained current and effective.
- Promoted safe working practices, enabling staff safety and wellbeing.
- Managed Health, Safety and Environmental compliance for various projects.
- Performed risk assessments in line with safety guidelines and submitted reports for action.
- Scheduled meetings to detect health and safety concerns.
- Examined tools, machinery and equipment to determine safety and adequacy.
- Implemented necessary staff training to improve health and safety standards in different scenarios.
- Oversaw emergency procedures for staff organisation, fire drills and alarm response.
- Investigated accidents occurred in area to plan next course of action.
- Prepared reports outlining achievement of Health, Safety and Environmental KPIs.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of health and safety regulations to offer best possible compliance advice.
- Halted work activities under unsafe working conditions and reported issues to managers for action.
- Established rigorous health surveillance framework, monitoring impact of noise, vibrations and hazardous substance exposure.
- Documented incidents to verify causes of worker compensation claims.
- Informed authorities about incidents to comply with mandated health and safety laws and regulations.
- Responded to enquiries and concerns of employees by providing safety instructions.
- Reviewed and assessed plans of subcontractors to determine safety measures.
- Created detailed reports on inspection and audit findings, enabling businesses to adapt improved safety measures.
- Improved workplace safety through regular compliance assessments.
- Documented accidents and injuries in detail to enable future prevention.
- Recorded hazard and risk data for ongoing analysis and evaluation.
- Maintained working knowledge of current laws and legislation on health, sanitation and safety.
- Implemented and monitored programmes intended to reduce environmental pollution.
- Supported return to work programmes for optimised employee reestablishment.
- Supported compensation and rehabilitation plans for injured workers.
Environmental Health & Safety Inspector
Dubai Dry Docks World
Dubai, U.A.E
10.2015 - 10.2018
- Responsible for effective implementation of OH&S policies and procedures, monitoring OH&S compliance and promoting awareness in the yard and on their assigned projects
- Manage the day-to-day OH&S aspects of the project and to ensure that policies and procedures are implemented and complied
- Conduct Safety as planned, timely and accurately
- Monitor gas inspections are conducted as required
- Effective Implementation of Permit to Work system on projects
- Ensure Implementation of OH&S requirements and Project Specific H&S Plan and monitor effective implementation on site
- Drive safety awareness campaigns and promote positive safety behavior/culture on their assigned Projects
- Meeting customer requirements relevant to H&S
- Accident investigation, root cause analysis and preparing reports with remedial actions to be taken
- Identifying and act upon opportunities for improvement to safety related matters
- Liaise with Project Managers / Client / Contractors as deemed necessary for discussion on project Safety matters and to resolve issues
- Implement and monitor OHS and Environment System
- Assist in employees briefing and safety training
- Attending project meetings and preparing daily/weekly/monthly reports
- Provide assistance to ERT during emergency situation
- Ensure that the Safety, Quality & Environment requirements of the yard are strictly followed
- Perform other job related duties as assigned by the directors
- Knowledge of legal / regulatory and other relevant standards for OHS requirements and its Applicability to the company
- Conducting internal audits & risk assessments, implementing Health Safety Environment Management System in line with OSHA standards, discussing findings and recommending possible solutions for Health/Safety Issue's
- Raising occurrence / Non-Conformity Incident Reports against violators or Department's, Reviewing Corrective Preventive Action to Ensure there is no Re-Occurrence
- Conduct monthly inspection to all job related accessories to be used inside the yard.
- Conducted spot checks to confirm adherence to safety regulations.
- Provided advice on equipment use to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Trained employees in safe handling of hazardous substances for accident prevention.
- Promoted safe working practices, enabling staff safety and wellbeing.
Fire and Safety Officer
Corp. executive hotel Doha suites
Doha, Qatar
05.2012 - 07.2015
- Advised on placement and maintenance of firefighting equipment optimising organisation's preparedness against fires.
- Coordinated successful mock drills enhancing employees' knowledge about the functioning of firefighting equipment.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments contributing towards a safer work environment.
- Liaised effectively with external agencies supporting our commitment towards adhering established norms around fire safety.
- Recommended improvements in existing infrastructure based on detailed evaluation reports leading to enhanced level of protection against potential hazards.
- Promoted a culture of proactive reporting addressing any infractions or near miss incidents promptly thus preventing possible mishaps.
- Conducted regular inspections of premises for compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Facilitated training sessions to educate staff on emergency procedures and safe work practices.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies, minimising potential damage and injuries.
- Coordinated with local fire brigades for routine inspections, maintaining positive relations.
- Maintained detailed records of all safety-related incidents, enabling efficient follow-up actions.
- Improved employee awareness on fire safety by conducting regular training workshops.
- Conducted frequent audits of emergency response equipment ensuring optimal functionality during crisis situations.
- Trained staff to enhance awareness of fire safety regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and emerging regulations related to fire safety.
- Applied in-depth knowledge of relevant regulations and standards in all assessments and surveys.
- Assessed building proposals against safety and planning laws to maintain project compliance.
- Performed field research to assess proposed construction methods.
- Developed policy implementation strategies for civil engineering tasks.
- Carried out ground and soil testing to determine suitability for construction projects.
Health and safety Co-ordinator
Alkhorayef Group of companies
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
10.2010 - 05.2012
- Developed safety procedures to ensure worker health.
- Implemented protocols for improved workplace environment.
- Assessed potential risks, reducing accident frequency.
- Coordinated training sessions to enhance staff awareness.
- Managed hazard control measures, improving safety standards.
- Ensured compliance with government regulations by conducting regular audits.
- Set up emergency response systems for prompt action during crises.
- Enhanced staff well-being with ergonomic improvements in workspace design.
- Maintained documentation of incidents, supporting transparent communication practices.
- Inspected equipment regularly, preventing accidents due to malfunctioning gear.
- Liaised with external agencies for comprehensive health checks of employees.
- Streamlined communication channels for rapid incident reporting and resolution.
- Organised toolbox talks and site safety meetings.
- Promoted responsible health and safety culture across departments.
- Regularly inspected facilities to ensure adherence to fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
- Investigated accidents and hazardous incidents to determine causes, making recommendations for corrective action.
- Conducted intensive safety audits and investigated reported issues, accidents and near-misses, documenting findings appropriately.
- Trained staff in safety best practices and required standards to achieve legal and regulatory compliance.
- Educated contractors on best practices to establish safe systems of work.
- Maintained working knowledge of current laws and legislation on health, sanitation and safety.
- Assessed waste disposal strategies for compliance with environmental requirements.
- Improved workplace safety through regular compliance assessments.
- Documented accidents and injuries in detail to enable future prevention.
- Recorded hazard and risk data for ongoing analysis and evaluation.
- Recommended measures to minimise exposure of workers to toxic environments.
- Calculated safe rates of exposure to guarantee compliance with national guidelines.
- Maintained faultless food safety and hygiene ratings across random inspections.
- Supported compensation and rehabilitation plans for injured workers.
Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor
Twyfordtile International limited Company
Kisumu, Kisumu
12.2023 - Current
- Ensured alignment of company's safety standards with national laws, reduced legal complications significantly.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting regular risk assessments and audits.
- Developed comprehensive health and safety training programmes for reduced employee accidents.
- Implemented environmental policies, resulted in a greener work environment.
- Liaised with regulatory bodies, ensured consistent statutory compliance.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation for improved compliance levels.
- Conducted regular site inspections to ensure adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Facilitated emergency response drills with the aim of improved preparedness amongst staff.
- Produced detailed reports on incidents, led to enhanced preventive measures.
- Advised management on environmental sustainability matters for an eco-friendly business approach.
- Organised workshops on waste management, achieved significant reduction in waste production.
- Coordinated with different department heads to integrate safety protocols into all activities.
- Developed comprehensive risk mitigation strategies resulting in fewer workplace accidents.
- Supported compensation and rehabilitation plans for injured workers.
- Advised senior stakeholders on cost-effective risk management strategies.
- Calculated safe rates of exposure to guarantee compliance with national guidelines.
- Maintained faultless food safety and hygiene ratings across random inspections.
- Assessed waste disposal strategies for compliance with environmental requirements.
- Implemented and monitored programmes intended to reduce environmental pollution.
- Maintained working knowledge of current laws and legislation on health, sanitation and safety.
- Recommended measures to minimise exposure of workers to toxic environments.
- Trained staff and contractors on occupational and environmental health compliance.
- Assessed workplace risks, educating workers on related laws and regulations.
- Investigated reports of injuries and near misses, testing equipment and inspecting work stations to locate hazards.
- Recorded hazard and risk data for ongoing analysis and evaluation.
- Documented accidents and injuries in detail to enable future prevention.
- Improved workplace safety through regular compliance assessments.
- Warned employers or managers about hazards and non-compliant practices and initiated enforced changes.
- Documented incidents to verify causes of worker compensation claims.
- Developed and reviewed risk assessments for construction sites with contractors.
- Performed risk assessments in line with safety guidelines and submitted reports for action.
- Managed Health, Safety and Environmental compliance for various projects.
- Monitored hazardous waste disposal, minimised environmental impact from operations.
- Trained employees in health and safety procedures for increased awareness and compliance.
Education
Envosh Consultants Limited
Envosh Consultants Limited
Envosh Consultants Limited
Occupex Consultancy
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Ioshem Africa Limited
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Primatech Management Limited
Absolute Integration Management Systems Limited
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SEMAC
QHSE DUBAI
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TWI
Goethe Institute Mombasa
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Kabete Training & Technical Institute
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Technical University Of Mombasa
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The Makupa High School
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Mbauro Primary School
Skills
- Performance Management and Assessment systems
- PTW systems
- IOSH working safely
- Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)
- Risk Assessment
- Hot Work Procedures
- Fire Watch
- Spill Prevention and Clean-up
- Dangerous Material Management
- Confined Space Entry
- Emergency First Aid Including CPR and AED
- Environmental Aspects
- OHSE Management Awareness and Orientation (Supervision Safety) training
- Fraud management
- Experienced in the field of Ship / Rig repair / Conversion and New building/Offshore Construction & Manufacturing sector
- Good knowledge of Safety Management and relevant tools
- Good knowledge of OHS Management System and OHSAS 18001
- Good knowledge of QMS Management System
Accomplishments
In Dry Dock Dubai World, Together in association with companies like PETROFAC, SIEMENS, TECHNIP, STAT OIL, KVAERNER and many more we have achieved some of the world record breaking off shore projects like HDVC Borwin 3 Gamma, Rashid C and D platforms, Kvaerner flotation tanks and its Jackets and many more a well as FPSO Cyrus and Layang, countless ships and Oil rigs repairs, New building projects, Turrets and a lot more in our yard. I contributed a lot to keep good Health and Safety standards with which I have been awarded and has been recorded. Until the end of my (3) years contract. I believe I have gained a lot of experience and am expecting to gain more knowledge to newer environments and activities through field work and In-house trainings. In Umoja Shoe Company Limited, I started the Health & Safety department with a conspicuous improvement in both the culture and the excellent results and performance through a consistent commitment to Health and Safety of its employees and pro-active approaches towards safety that enabled me achieve Environmental, Health & Safety Goals.
Custom
I hereby declare that the information above is true to the best of my knowledge.
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 09/25/83
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Kenyan
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Additional Information
Member of Professional Body of Health and Safety
Passport Number
BK 720834
Timeline
Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor
Twyfordtile International limited Company
12.2023 - Current
Environmental Health & Safety Manager
Umoja Rubber product Limited Co.
12.2018 - 12.2023
Environmental Health & Safety Inspector
Dubai Dry Docks World
10.2015 - 10.2018
Fire and Safety Officer
Corp. executive hotel Doha suites
05.2012 - 07.2015
Health and safety Co-ordinator
Alkhorayef Group of companies
10.2010 - 05.2012
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Occupex Consultancy
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Occupex Consultancy
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Ioshem Africa Limited
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Primatech Management Limited
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SEMAC
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TWI
Goethe Institute Mombasa
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Kabete Training & Technical Institute
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Technical University Of Mombasa
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The Makupa High School
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Mbauro Primary School
Envosh Consultants Limited
Envosh Consultants Limited
Envosh Consultants Limited
Occupex Consultancy
Occupex Consultancy
Absolute Integration Management Systems Limited
QHSE DUBAI
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