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Thato Baraedi

Occupational Health And Safety Officer
Palapye,Botswana

Summary

Results-focused leader successful at promoting safety programs and mentoring individuals on ways to avoid mishaps and accidents. History of championing program training in various organizations throughout well-established career. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Safety Officer

MG INVESTMENT
Palapye, Botswana
04.2023 - 07.2024
  • Streamlined accident reporting procedures, resulting in more accurate data for analysis and prevention efforts.
  • Championed regular toolbox talks on various safety topics, contributing to a well-informed workforce committed to safe practices.
  • Implemented an effective near-miss reporting system that encouraged employees'' involvement in identifying potential hazards before accidents occurred.
  • Played an instrumental role in achieving company-wide safety certifications by maintaining meticulous documentation of safety practices and improvements.
  • Increased employee awareness of potential hazards by creating informative signage throughout the facility.
  • Drove continuous improvement in safety performance by setting ambitious targets based on industry benchmarks and best practices.
  • Reduced lost-time injuries with proactive ergonomic assessments and recommendations for improved workstation setups.
  • Conducted regular safety audits, identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective actions promptly.
  • Developed effective lockout/tagout procedures to minimize risks associated with equipment maintenance activities.
  • Investigated incidents thoroughly, identifying root causes and implementing preventive measures accordingly.

Safety Supervisor

SAMSUK INVESTMENT , BOTASH PROJECT
SUA TOWN , Botswana
02.2024 - 03.2024
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments for new projects, ensuring all necessary precautions were taken to maintain worker safety.
  • Promoted a safety-first culture by providing ongoing coaching, feedback, and support to staff members.
  • Assisted in accident investigations, identifying root causes, and recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
  • Streamlined safety documentation processes by implementing an efficient record-keeping system.
  • Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
  • Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.

Occupational Health and Safety Officer

HYPROP PTY LTD
Palapye, Botswana
08.2018 - 03.2019
  • Implemented ergonomics assessments to optimize workstation design for improved employee comfort and reduced injury risks.
  • Continuously updated professional knowledge and skills through participation in industry conferences, seminars, and educational workshops.
  • Reduced accident rates through comprehensive risk assessments and proactive recommendations for improvements.
  • Conducted thorough incident investigations, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Occupational Health and Safety Officer

MURRY AND ROBERT, MORUPULE A POWER STATION
Palapye, Botswana
10.2015 - 12.2015

Identify hazards and implement mitigation. We hold she awareness and make safety compliance is observed.

  • Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
  • Performed regular audits of contractor safety records, ensuring adherence to established standards throughout the supply chain.
  • Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
  • Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
  • Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
  • Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
  • Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
  • Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
  • Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
  • Implemented ergonomics assessments to optimize workstation design for improved employee comfort and reduced injury risks.
  • Reduced accident rates through comprehensive risk assessments and proactive recommendations for improvements.
  • Conducted thorough incident investigations, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
  • Maintained compliance with OSHA regulations by ensuring proper documentation, reporting, and recordkeeping.
  • Played an instrumental role in obtaining ISO 45001 certification by aligning organizational processes with international standards requirements.
  • Developed emergency response plans to ensure organizational preparedness for various types of incidents.
  • Championed behavioral-based safety initiatives that fostered individual responsibility for workplace health and wellbeing.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement in safety performance through ongoing communication and feedback mechanisms.
  • Collaborated with management to develop and implement safety policies, procedures, and training programs.

Occupational Health and Safety Officer

MORUPULE B POWER STATION, CNEEC
Palapye, Botswana
01.2010 - 10.2015

Occupational Health and Safety Officer Trainee

Unik Construction PTY LTD
Francistown , Botswana
04.2007 - 11.2008
  • Implemented ergonomics assessments to optimize workstation design for improved employee comfort and reduced injury risks.
  • Spearheaded efforts to minimize environmental impacts through waste reduction initiatives and sustainable resource usage practices.
  • Partnered with external vendors to procure high-quality safety equipment at cost-effective price points.
  • Developed emergency response plans to ensure organizational preparedness for various types of incidents.
  • Performed regular audits of contractor safety records, ensuring adherence to established standards throughout the supply chain.

Occupational Health and Safety Officer

Ministry Of Education
Palapye, Botswana
06.2020 - 05.2021

Implementing covid 19 protocols during the outbreak .

Isolate and put patients into quarantined.

Control all exit and entrance points in school .

Make monitoring report into a statistics format.

Education

DIPLOMA - DIPLOMA IN WORKPLACE SAFETY AND HEALTH

ALISON
DUBLIN , DISTANCE LEARNING
07.2021 - 08.2023

Certificate - SHE REPRESENTATIVE FUNCTIONS

NOSA
CENTURIUM , SOUTH AFRICA
08.2013 - 08.2013

Certificate - SAFETY FOR SUPERVISOR

NOSA
CENTURIUM , SOUTH AFRICA
06.2010 - 06.2010

Certificate - BGCSE

SHASHE SENIOR SCHOOL
Tonota
02.1999 - 11.2000

Certificate - SAFETY MANAGEMENT

OSHAcademy
USA , DISTANCE LEARNING
01.2012 - 07.2012

Skills

OSHA Compliance

Work Process Analysis

Procedure Implementation

Budgetary Planning

Corrective Action Planning

Emergency Response

Environmental Monitoring

Risk Management

Safety and compliance inspections

Incident Investigation

Environmental management

Personal Protective Equipment

Safety policies

Timeline

Safety Supervisor

SAMSUK INVESTMENT , BOTASH PROJECT
02.2024 - 03.2024

Safety Officer

MG INVESTMENT
04.2023 - 07.2024

DIPLOMA - DIPLOMA IN WORKPLACE SAFETY AND HEALTH

ALISON
07.2021 - 08.2023

Occupational Health and Safety Officer

Ministry Of Education
06.2020 - 05.2021

Occupational Health and Safety Officer

HYPROP PTY LTD
08.2018 - 03.2019

Occupational Health and Safety Officer

MURRY AND ROBERT, MORUPULE A POWER STATION
10.2015 - 12.2015

Certificate - SHE REPRESENTATIVE FUNCTIONS

NOSA
08.2013 - 08.2013

Certificate - SAFETY MANAGEMENT

OSHAcademy
01.2012 - 07.2012

Certificate - SAFETY FOR SUPERVISOR

NOSA
06.2010 - 06.2010

Occupational Health and Safety Officer

MORUPULE B POWER STATION, CNEEC
01.2010 - 10.2015

Occupational Health and Safety Officer Trainee

Unik Construction PTY LTD
04.2007 - 11.2008

Certificate - BGCSE

SHASHE SENIOR SCHOOL
02.1999 - 11.2000
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