Kevin Bernier
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------(H) 519 862 4487, (C) 519 381 6135,
Objective
I am looking for a position in the occupational safety field. I have been a dedicated safety specialist for 15 years in both the construction and industrial sectors. I have strong interpersonal skills, as well as computer, verbal and written skills. Having a strong knowledge of occupational law and regulations gives me the ability to address questions and problems as they may arise. As part of a team or working on my own I possess the skills and attributes to get the job done.
References available upon request.
Work Experience
Responsible Care Specialist, (01/07/2008 – Present)
Site safety specialist, Shut down Responsible Care leader
Last Employer: Nova Chemicals
Responsibilities: -Day to day safety responsibility -Safety audits and inspections -Accident and incident investigation -Safety training and on-boarding -Safe work permits audits and reviews -Emergency air monitoring -Emergency water sampling -Responsible Care lead on plant shut downs -Schedule inspections -Shut down Responsible Care strategy -Review and revise safety policies and procedures -Liaison between company and regulatory officials -Member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee -Lead safety meetings -Safety review and approval of new chemicals for site use
Accomplishments: Lowered TRIR, completed 3 successful plant shut downs totalling 500,000 hrs with no lost time or recordable incidents.
Safety Advisor (04/05/2010 – 01/04/2008)
Worked on various construction projects including waste plant facilities, and drinking water filtration plants.
Last Employer: North America Construction
Responsibilities: -Develop site specific safety rules and policies -Conduct safety audits and inspection -Develop company wide safety policies -Conduct peer audits on other sites -Lead safety meetings -Management member of site JHSC -Manage first aid equipment and stations -Investigate accidents and incidents -Liaison between company and government officials -Track and report monthly safety statistics -coordinated emergency response team and procedures for various sites
Accomplishments: Prepared for and passed for work well audit, Cut TRIR in half
Construction health and safety coordinator (08/16/1999 – 11/25/2005)
Day to day safety responsibility for contractors at Proctor and Gamble Site
Last Employer: AMEC
Contact Person: Wayne Tackaberry 613 342 9592 ext 1709
Responsibilities: Over all safety for contractors on site On-boarding Safety training including fall protection, WHMIS Developed safety procedures and practices Conducted audits and inspections Investigated accidents and incidents Lead safety meetings Member Joint Health and Safety Committee Safety planning on large projects and shut downs Tracked and reported safety performance of contractors Ensured all workers had valid trade certificates and training
Accomplishments: Had a year of no recordable injuries 1 Million effort hours with no lost time injuries several large projects completed during this period
Construction health and safety coordinator (06/12/1995 – 01/11/1999)
Construction health and safety coordinator on a chemical plant site.
Last Employer: Monenco
Responsibilities: Day to day safety responsibility for construction projects at Dupont, Maitland site. Safety orientation and on boarding of contractors. Conduct safety audits and inspections. Track and create monthly reports on safety performance of contractors. Carry out investigations of incidents and injuries. Problem solve any safety issues that may arise on a day to day basis.
Accomplishments: Over 1 million hours worked by contractors with out a lost time injury. Over 500 000 hours worked by contractors with out a recordable incident.
Skills
Interpersonal skills, verbal and writen comminication ability. Very good working knowledge of occupational safety law and regulationsunication ability.
Computer Skills: Able to use vairous Microsoft programs including excel, word, and power point
Foreign Language Skills: English
Additional Information
Conferences or Courses: CRSP Prep course Pre start up health and safety review course Compitent supervisor training Asbestos awareness training Fall Protection train the trainer WHMIS train the trainer Auditor Training Managing health and safety on construction projects Confined space entry/rescue
Professional Membership: Member CSSE
Interests
I enjoy community involvement including coaching various sports and volunteer work. Fishing, golf, hunting and walking are some activities that I participate in.