Shane Raath
Secunda
Summary
Adept Safety Practitioner with a proven track record at Sasol Synfuels, significantly reducing workplace incidents through rigorous safety audits and innovative training programs. Demonstrates strong decision-making and effective communication, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations. A team player committed to fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Practitioner
Sasol Synfuels
10.2021 - Current
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
- Ensured adherence to OSHA regulations, leading to a safer work environment for all employees.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Reduced accident rates with consistent monitoring of employee compliance to safety protocols.
- Provided guidance and resources to employees to maintain safety procedures and enhance protection.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Communicated safety performance and progress to management and employees to provide up to date information.
- Promoted a culture of safety through engaging workshops and training sessions for employees on various topics such as hazard identification, PPE usage, and incident reporting.
- Conducted regular safety audits, identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective actions promptly.
- Reviewed and analyzed safety data and statistics to identify trends and areas requiring improvement.
- Implemented safety measures that significantly reduced risk of occupational injuries and illnesses.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments for identifying potential hazards, leading to decrease in workplace incidents.
- Identified gaps in existing compliance processes and recommended updates.
- Warned violators of infractions or penalties.
Safety Officer /Construction Site Manager
Woben Projects
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Ensured adherence to OSHA regulations, leading to a safer work environment for all employees.
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Reduced accident rates with consistent monitoring of employee compliance to safety protocols.
- Increased employee awareness of potential hazards by creating informative signage throughout the facility.
- Provide daily feedback to client on the safety and construction progress.
- Compiling of SHE files and booking of training as well as medicals.
- Provided guidance and resources to employees to maintain safety procedures and enhance protection.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing necessary control measures.
Safety Practitioner
Sasol Synfuels
11.2015 - 12.2020
- Conduct safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
- Monitoring workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continues improvement.
- Ensure that the employees understand and comply with the Sasol procedures at all time.
- Permit to work compliance verification.
- Following up on trends to ensure the same issues do not occur again.
- Training and coaching of field staff with regards to SHE standards.
- Updating and assisting with of task risk assessments and safe operating procedures.
- Contribute to monthly safety meetings.
- Drafting and issuing of reports.
- Daily feedback provided to the senior management team.
- Assist with PDA (Potential deviation analysis).
Education
Equivalent To National Diploma - NQF Level 6 - Programme in Safety Management
UNISA
Johannesburg, South Africa06.2023
Certificate - Diploma On Workplace Safety And Health
Alison
Online02.2023
Certificate - Legal Liability
NOSA
Secunda, South Africa01.2023
Certificate - Hazard Identification And Risk Assessment
NOSA
Secunda, South Africa01.2021
Certificate - Incident Investigation Level 3
NOSA
Secunda, South Africa01.2021
Certificate - Health And Safety For Management
Oxbridge Academy
Secunda, South Africa08.2018
Certificate - Modern SHEQ Risk Management
Irca Global
Secunda, South Africa10.2015
Skills
- Strong Decision making
- Team Player
- Goal Orientated
- Innovative
- Good communication
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Safety Practitioner
Sasol Synfuels
10.2021 - Current
Safety Officer /Construction Site Manager
Woben Projects
05.2021 - 09.2021
Safety Practitioner
Sasol Synfuels
11.2015 - 12.2020
Equivalent To National Diploma - NQF Level 6 - Programme in Safety Management
UNISA
Certificate - Diploma On Workplace Safety And Health
Alison
Certificate - Legal Liability
NOSA
Certificate - Hazard Identification And Risk Assessment
NOSA
Certificate - Incident Investigation Level 3
NOSA
Certificate - Health And Safety For Management
Oxbridge Academy
Certificate - Modern SHEQ Risk Management
Irca Global
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