Donna Bryce

I am currently employed by Croner as one of the senior advisers on the helpline. My role is to provide advice to clients on all aspects of health and safety to ensure compliance with legislation. One of the key aspects given my experience is overseeing the fire risk assessment process, providing substantial expertise to clients on fire safety. I also review and sign off fire risk assessments that have been carried out by our consultants. Whilst I am enjoy this role this is my first role since returning from Cyprus and it has allowed me to get back into the work place. However I am looking to build on my previous experience and am looking for a more challenging and specialist role.

• Investigated incidents, thus improving future prevention strategies.

Whilst living in Cyprus I was teaching foreign students, both children and adults English. This role involved:

• Developing tests, examination papers and exercises to gauge student performance
• Conducted placement testing to accurately assess student sill levels and learning needs
• Helped non native speakers with confidence and social integration
• Facilitated group interventions for students with diverse abilities
• Implemented practical and theoretical lessons in English Language and Literature studies
• Provided support for students to gain qualifications via recognised accreditation courses such as Cambridge England

• Oversaw implementation of borough-wide fire safety risk assessment programme with in-house and external support.
• Managed contracts with external contractors to meet key performance indicators effectively.
• Reviewed external fire risk assessments, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Partnered with London Fire Brigade for enhanced operational collaboration on safety issues.
• Guided property services on major fire safety improvements, streamlining processes.
• Supervised EW1 process for regulatory compliance across housing stock.
• Drafted and reviewed fire safety policy and strategy to improve overall effectiveness.
• Implentation of the fire safety legistlation resulting from the Grenfell enquiry including ensuring the Golden thread for all buidlings throughout their life span.
• Ensured compliance with Housing regulator
• Attended leaseholder and resident forums to provide regular updates on fire safety progress
• Lead of fire investigations, produced reports to prevent reoccurrence
• Provide fire safety training to staff, senior officers, residents and councillors
• Provide progress reports for Senior Managers and Councillors
• Directed door replacement programme with detailed post-work inspections.
• Oversaw the asbestos management programme
• Oversaw general health and safety across the housing stock

• Conducted regular site inspections for maintained adherence to HSE procedures.
• Trained staff on safety procedures, minimising accidents in the workplace.
• Ensured all equipment met necessary safety requirements, reducing potential hazards.
• Developed emergency response plans resulting in increased preparedness during crises.
• Negotiated contracts with suppliers for essential safety equipment procurement.
• Improved compliance with health and safety guidelines through regular audits.
• Managed incident investigations, leading to timely resolution and prevention of future occurrences.
• Enhanced employee morale by ensuring safe working conditions.
• Reviewed accident reports to identify areas of improvement.
• Liaised with regulatory authorities to maintain industry standards.
• Conducted risk assessments for improved safety measures.
• Provided solutions for identified risks, creating a safer work environment.
• Established a culture of safety by promoting awareness programmes.
• Collaborated with management to develop effective health and safety policies.
• Created comprehensive training materials to improve staff understanding of health and safety issues.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of HSE legislation for accurate advice provision.
• Planned and monitored internal and external audits of company HSE systems, implementing necessary improvements.
• Facilitated safety committee meetings, fostering culture of continuous improvement.
• Prepared reports outlining achievement of Health, Safety and Environmental KPIs.

• Project managing policy and guidance on Noise, Hand arm vibration, Eye and eyesight testing
• Developing an online accident and incident reporting system
• Implementing a voucher scheme for eye testing
• Providing advice to operational managers on all aspects of health and safety
• Delivering training in all aspects of health and safety to police officers and police staff
• Providing advice and support on chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear police response
• Contingency planning and emergency response programme

• Accident and incident reporting and investigations
• Generic and dynamic risk assessments
• Display screen risk assessments
• Training in Manual handling, DSE assessments, Senior manager's responsibilities and risk assessments
• Updating and maintaining health and safety intranet site
• Research on current legislation