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Luisa Gaviria

Cloverdale,WA

Summary

Motivated professional offering [Degree] in [Area of study]. Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities. Meets tight deadlines. Safety-oriented professional systematic about assessing and improving worker conditions through short- and long-term monitoring strategies. Highly analytical, observant and skilled at identifying and resolving diverse concerns. Excellent inspection and documentation skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Occupational Health and Safety Professional

GEOMINAS INGENIEROS S.A.S - GEOMINAS S.A
COLOMBIA MEDELLIN , ANTIOQUIA
10.2021 - 12.2021
  • Conducted safety inspections of work sites to ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards.
  • Developed and implemented safety policies, procedures, and protocols to reduce workplace injuries and illnesses.
  • Provided training on safe work practices to employees in a variety of settings.
  • Monitored industrial hygiene conditions and identified potential health hazards in the workplace.
  • Evaluated existing safety programs for effectiveness, making recommendations for improvement as needed.
  • Prepared presentations on safety topics for management staff and workers alike.
  • Conducted proactive risk assessments of working environments prior to commencement of operations.
  • Trained new employees in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents with proper behaviors.
  • Wrote technical reports, data entry and queries into various safety and health databases.
  • Conducted physical resource layout reviews, processing results to determine safety risk and provide informational resources.
  • Participated in regular meetings with management teams to discuss safety initiatives.
  • Assessed risk of procedures and equipment to identify, analyze and reduce occupational hazards and environmental risk.
  • Researched and selected protective equipment and safety devices to reduce identified risks.

Occupational Health and Safety Officer

LARCO S.A.S
COLOMBIA MEDELLIN , ANTIOQUIA
07.2016 - 06.2020
  • Conducted risk assessments and developed strategies to reduce or eliminate health and safety hazards.
  • Developed, implemented and monitored occupational health and safety programs.
  • Provided training on safe work practices and procedures to staff members.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards and codes of practice.
  • Investigated incidents, accidents and near misses; identified root causes; recommended corrective actions.
  • Monitored employee activities to ensure that they are adhering to established safety protocols.
  • Inspected premises for hazards; reported findings to management teams for corrective action as needed.
  • Conducted periodic audits of worksites to identify risks associated with personnel, equipment or processes.
  • Reported regularly on progress made towards achieving organizational goals related to workplace safety.
  • Communicated changes in legislation relating to occupational health and safety matters at all levels within the organization.
  • Inspected or evaluated workplace environments, equipment or practices to verify compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
  • Recommended methods to reduce ongoing hazards with improved methods, processes and materials.
  • Trained new employees in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents with proper behaviors.
  • Wrote technical reports, data entry and queries into various safety and health databases.
  • Surveyed techniques used in transportation regarding use and storage of chemical agents and toxic materials.
  • Developed and created materials for new employee health and safety orientations.
  • Collaborated with engineers or physicians to institute control or remedial measures for hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions or equipment.
  • Determined root causes of accidents via in-depth investigations and identified potential prevention strategies to mitigate future risk.

Occupational Health and Safety - HSE Coordinator

XTRONIC S.A.S
Colombia Medellin, ANTIOQUIA
05.2016 - 07.2016
  • Maintained and updated Health, Safety and Environment policies and procedures.
  • Conducted risk assessments to identify potential hazards in the workplace.
  • Provided HSE training programs for employees on topics such as hazardous materials handling, safe work practices, fire safety.
  • Monitored compliance with occupational health and safety laws and regulations.
  • Investigated accidents or incidents to determine root causes and corrective actions.
  • Developed strategies to reduce risks associated with hazardous activities or processes.
  • Designed systems and components to reduce negative environmental impacts.
  • Participated in emergency response drills with other members of the HSE team.
  • Advised supervisors on how best to address employee complaints regarding health and safety issues.
  • Conducted regular safety audits of equipment, tools and machinery used in the workplace.
  • Inspected worksites to ensure adherence to safety standards.

Occupational Health and Safety Aprentice

MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC DE COLOMBIA LTDA.
BELLO COLOMBIA , ANTIOQUIA
04.2015 - 04.2016
  • Assisted in the preparation of project plans and schedules.
  • Attended meetings with clients to discuss progress on projects.
  • Developed and maintained effective working relationships with other apprentices, colleagues, customers and suppliers.
  • Provided technical support to senior team members by researching solutions to problems.
  • Completed daily administrative tasks such as filing documents, recording data and processing paperwork.
  • Participated in regular team meetings in order to share best practice techniques amongst colleagues.
  • Assisted colleagues in accomplishing planned procedures or activities to increase productivity.
  • Used strong verbal and written communication skills to convey messages to others.

Education

251312 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ADVISER - Occupational Health And Industrial Hygiene

UNIVERSIDAD INIMINUTO
BELLO MEDELLIN
09-2020

Associate of Science - Occupational Health And Industrial Hygiene

SERVICIO NACIONAL DE APRENDIZAJE SENA
MEDELLIN ANTIOQUIA
05-2016

Affiliations

  • Multifaceted professional who is responsible, adapts quickly to new environments, energetic and very empathetic.

I am a professional in work health and safety in Colombia and I have there more than 5 years of Experience I would like to be part of your team and learn much more I believe that the qualities and experience listed within my resume make me a valuable addition to your company. I match the selection criteria listed below. I have 5 years of professional experience in health and safety. During previous jobs, I was noted for having achieved the following. • Identifying risk and control them to generate a safety environment. • Performing random HSE site inspection • Ensuring risk assessments are completed and recorded as per company policy and statutory requirements • Reviewing reported hazard, risks, safety observations, near misses. Ensuring actions are undertaken in line with maintenance of a zero-harm culture. • Coordinating Safety group program, ensuring meetings are undertaken in accordance with agreed schedule and actions are closed out in a timely manner. • Promoting safety awareness and education across the business. If there is any more information you would like me to provide, please do not hesitate to contact me. I look forward to hearing from you. Kind regards Luisa Gaviria.

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Occupational Health and Safety Professional

GEOMINAS INGENIEROS S.A.S - GEOMINAS S.A
10.2021 - 12.2021

Occupational Health and Safety Officer

LARCO S.A.S
07.2016 - 06.2020

Occupational Health and Safety - HSE Coordinator

XTRONIC S.A.S
05.2016 - 07.2016

Occupational Health and Safety Aprentice

MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC DE COLOMBIA LTDA.
04.2015 - 04.2016

251312 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ADVISER - Occupational Health And Industrial Hygiene

UNIVERSIDAD INIMINUTO

Associate of Science - Occupational Health And Industrial Hygiene

SERVICIO NACIONAL DE APRENDIZAJE SENA
Luisa Gaviria