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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

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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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