Jennifer Hall

• Phone: +353 87 123 4567
• Email: jennifer.hall@email.com
• Location: Dublin, Ireland
• LinkedIn: jenniferhall-ohs

Summary

Four years of experience as an Occupational Health and Safety Technician, specializing in risk assessment, incident investigation, and compliance with Irish health and safety legislation. Proven ability to implement and monitor safety programs, resulting in enhanced workplace safety and reduced incident rates.

Adept at conducting safety audits, developing training modules, and fostering a strong safety culture across diverse industrial environments within the Dublin region.

Experience

Occupational Health and Safety Technician, Kildare Manufacturing Group -- Kildare, Ireland

Mar 2021 – present

• Conducted daily site inspections and risk assessments across manufacturing facilities, identifying and mitigating over 150 potential hazards annually.

• Investigated 20+ workplace incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions that reduced minor injuries by 18% in 2023.

• Developed and delivered weekly safety briefings and monthly training sessions for 100+ employees on topics including manual handling, chemical safety, and emergency procedures.

• Maintained accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, and training, ensuring compliance with HSA regulations and company policies.

• Assisted in the development and review of Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) for new machinery and processes, improving operational safety protocols.

Junior Safety Technician, Emerald Construction Solutions -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2019 – Feb 2021

• Supported senior safety officers in conducting site safety inductions for new construction personnel, covering site-specific hazards and emergency protocols.

• Assisted in the preparation of safety documentation, including method statements and risk assessments for various construction phases.

• Monitored compliance with personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements on site, leading to a 95% adherence rate among workers.

• Conducted weekly checks of safety equipment (e.g., fall arrest systems, first aid kits), ensuring all items were in good working order and readily available.

• Participated in incident investigations, contributing to detailed reports and recommendations for preventing recurrence.

Education

Technological University Dublin, Higher Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2017 – June 2019

Dublin City University, Leaving Certificate in Science -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2012 – June 2017

Skills

Safety Management: Risk Assessment, Incident Investigation, Safety Audits, Compliance Monitoring, Emergency Preparedness, Hazard Identification, Safety Program Development, Permit-to-Work Systems

Technical Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, Safety Management Software (e.g., SharePoint for documentation), Data Analysis, Technical Report Writing

Regulations & Standards: Irish Health and Safety Authority (HSA) Regulations, Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005, ISO 45001 Principles, Manual Handling Operations Regulations

Training & Communication: Safety Inductions, Training Delivery, Stakeholder Communication, Conflict Resolution, Team Collaboration