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Akhil Joy

Cardiff

Summary

Accomplished safety professional with extensive expertise in safety regulations, risk assessment, and management. Proficient in implementing Safety Management Systems such as ISO 45001 and ISO 14001, with a strong focus on incident investigation and emergency preparedness. Demonstrates exceptional skills in safety training, auditing, and inspections, ensuring compliance with CDM 2015, HSE, and HSAW Act 1974. Adept at data analysis and reporting to enhance workplace safety. Committed to fostering a culture of safety through effective communication and leadership.

Compassionate Care Assistant with comprehensive background with elderly patients in care home settings. Provides exceptional care demonstrating dedication to safe nursing practices for continued patient trust. Maintains excellent levels of patient care through kindness and commitment to safe working practices.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Care assistant

The waverley care centre
Cardiff
01.2022 - 02.2024
  • Followed strict dietary plans tailored for each patient's health condition resulting in improved overall health status of residents.
  • Provided emotional support to patients, improving their mental wellbeing.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team for effective patient care delivery.
  • Maintained a calm demeanor during crisis situations thus providing reassurance to both the residents and their families.
  • Aid in mobility exercises which resulted in improved physical strength among elderly residents.
  • Helped with personal care tasks, promoting hygiene and cleanliness amongst patients.
  • Documented reports on daily observations accurately, helping in keeping track of every resident's progress over time.

Associate Safety Officer

Biju P Daniel and Company
Bangalore
08.2019 - 08.2021
  • Risk Identification and Management: Successfully identified and mitigated health and safety risks in high-risk construction environments. Conducted detailed risk assessments including manual handling, COSHH, and fire risk assessments, reducing incident rates by 20%.
  • Safety Culture Promotion: Led safety awareness campaigns, enhancing compliance and fostering a positive safety culture among employees and contractors, including Behavioural-Based Safety (BBS) initiatives.
  • Safety Performance Monitoring: Analysed HSE KPIs and safety trends, implementing corrective actions that improved overall safety by 30%.
  • Safety Management Systems: Ensured compliance with safety management systems ISO 45001 & ISO 14001, conducting internal audits and reviews to identify gaps and providing recommendations for improvements. Monitored the effectiveness of safety management systems and actively contributed to their enhancement.
  • Incident Investigation: Investigated and documented all accidents thoroughly, ensuring updates to safety procedures and compliance records.
  • Safety Training & Briefings: Delivered site inductions, toolbox talks, and behavioural safety programs to ensure workforce compliance and engagement.
  • Pre-Construction & Planning Support: Provided HSE input during tendering and planning to identify potential risks and ensure compliance with client and regulatory requirements.
  • Safety Documentation: Maintained and updated safety documentation, ensuring the accuracy and accessibility of safety records and reports. Implemented best practices for documentation management and developing a safe system of work for safety-critical activities.
  • Legislative Compliance: Maintained a comprehensive register of legislative compliance arrangements for the site, ensuring compliance to all legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Worked collaboratively with internal teams, contractors, and management, providing HSE advice and guidance to improve workplace safety.

Education

Masters - Occupational safety health and wellbeing

Cardiff Metropolitan University
01.2022 - 01.2024

B.Tech - Safety and Fire Engineering

TocH Institute of Science and Technology
08.2015 - 08.2019

Higher Secondary Education - undefined

Guardian Angel EMHSS
06.2013 - 06.2015

Skills

  • Safety Regulations (CDM 2015, HSE, HSAW Act 1974, RIDDOR)
  • Risk assessment and management
  • COSHH
  • Incident Investigation
  • Emergency Preparedness and Response
  • Safety Training and Coaching
  • Safety Auditing and Inspections
  • Safety Documentation
  • Safety Management Systems (ISO 45001, ISO 14001)
  • Data Analysis and Reporting
  • Permit to Work System
  • Dementia care expertise
  • Patient safety training
  • Elderly support expertise
  • Manual handling certification
  • Responsive listening
  • Inspection and Auditing
  • Safety critical works- Confined space, working at height, lifting operations
  • Hazard Communication
  • Microsoft office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint)
  • Effective Communication
  • Analytical thinking and accuracy
  • Leadership skills

Certification

  • Qualified NEBOSH (IGC), National Education Board in Occupational Safety Health, British Safety Council, 2019
  • Qualified IOSH Managing Safely, Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), British Safety Council, 2019
  • Full UK Driving License

Timeline

Care assistant

The waverley care centre
01.2022 - 02.2024

Masters - Occupational safety health and wellbeing

Cardiff Metropolitan University
01.2022 - 01.2024

Associate Safety Officer

Biju P Daniel and Company
08.2019 - 08.2021

B.Tech - Safety and Fire Engineering

TocH Institute of Science and Technology
08.2015 - 08.2019

Higher Secondary Education - undefined

Guardian Angel EMHSS
06.2013 - 06.2015
Akhil Joy