Gerald Corns

As a former Prison officer, which I retired from in 2010. I work for a charity, visiting schools all around the UK, delivering workshops about the reality of imprisonment and the impact it has on the individual and their families. I work with a team of about 6, who also delver other workshops. We are directed by the school on the day through the co-Ordinator of the School in question, who will be guided by our own co -Ordinator's on the suitable workshop needed for their particular school .

• Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
• Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
• Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.
• Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
• Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
• Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
• Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
• Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
• Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
• Identified needed updates to correctional plans and assigned inmates to appropriate housing.
• Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
• Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
• Provided guidance and support to inmates to help reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
• Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
• Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
• Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
• Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
• Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
• Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.
• Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
• Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
• Responded to inquiries from inmates and other members of public.
• Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
• Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
• Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
• Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
• Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
• Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
• Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
• Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
• Documented inmate behaviour and activities in logbooks.
• Administered drug tests to inmates.
• Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
• Assisted in development of procedures and policies to maintain peace and order in facility.
• I have experience of training inmates in carrying out particular tasks, trades for the individuals to gain a trade or qualification
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• Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
• Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
• Used hand trucks or manually lifted supplies, equipment and heavy furniture.
• Operated buffers and burnishers to clean and polish floors.
• Promoted building security by locking doors and checking electrical appliances for safety hazards.
• Vacuumed and shampooed carpets, upholstery and other fabrics.
• Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
• Helped outside crew complete grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing grass, trimming bushes and removing debris.
• Used organic-based chemicals to disinfect floors, counters and furniture.
• Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
• Supervised supplies in inventory and submitted reorder requests.
• Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
• Cleaned walls and ceilings with special reach tools following regular schedule.
• Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
• Maintained optimal supply levels to meet daily and special cleaning needs.
• Identified repair needs and major maintenance concerns, and escalated issues to management.
• Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
• Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
• Assisted with special facility events by preparing rooms, installing decorations and transporting supplies.

• Stowed passenger items with care and concern to avoid damage or displeasure with handling.
• Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
• Operated party vehicles, buses and town cars.
• Calculated bills, issued receipts and accepted payments.
• Vacuumed, cleaned and sanitized vehicles between customers.
• Answered, scheduled, and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.
• Generated consistent referrals and repeat business by providing friendly and fast service.
• Mapped efficient routes with minimal disruption to passengers or schedules.
• Updated logs and tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.
• Maximized passenger satisfaction by keeping vehicles in safe and clean operating condition.
• Transported high-value clients with professionalism and discretion.
• Arrived on time to customer appointments.
• Upheld high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and service.
• Waited for passengers at designated high-volume locations such as airports and popular nightlife spots.
• Used GPS and maps to navigate and find best route to destinations to deliver passengers on time.
• Communicated with passengers to answer questions about areas and services and provide comfortable traveling experiences.
• Drove safely and obeyed traffic laws to avoid accidents and injuries.
• Picked up and transported passengers to destinations by following fast and safe routes to provide good customer service.

• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
• Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• I worked delivering Coal all over Yorkshire by Pneumatic delivery to schools and residential premises

• Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
• Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
• Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits.
• Created professional sales presentations and seminars to effectively demonstrate product features and competitive advantages.
• Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
• Developed and implemented marketing plans to increase brand awareness and drive sales.
• Generated new leads through networking and attending industry events.
• Generated weekly and monthly reports on sales performance to provide recommendations to meet sales goals.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and address customer needs.
• Recorded accurate and efficient records in customer database.
• Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.
• Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
• Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
• Consulted with businesses to supply accurate product and service information.
• Stayed current on company offerings and industry trends.
• Collaborated with managers to provide customer feedback and recommend operational changes to meet emerging trends.
• Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.
• Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals.
• Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
• Achieved or exceeded company-defined sales quotas.
• Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.
• Kept detailed records of daily activities through online customer database.
• Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
• Fielded customer complaints and facilitated negotiations, resolving issues and reaching mutual conclusions.
• Maintained current knowledge of evolving changes in marketplace.
• Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
• Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities.
• Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
• Drove store revenue by offering customers accessories and related purchases to complete selections.
• Generated advertising brochure for vendor use.
• Built diverse and consistent sales portfolio.
• Developed, maintained and utilized diverse client base.
• Contributed to event marketing, sales and brand promotion.

• Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
• Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
• Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
• Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
• Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
• Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
• Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

• Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
• Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
• Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
• Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
• Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
• Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
• Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
• Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
• Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
• Developed welding processes to improve coherence, accuracy and precision of welds.
• Trained and supervised junior welders to use proper techniques, apply best practices and comply with quality standards.
• Collaborated with engineers and designers to create new parts and assemblies.
• Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
• Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
• Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
• Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
• Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
• Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
• Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
• Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
• Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
• Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
• Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
• Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
• Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
• Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
• Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
• Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
• Evaluated and tested various soldering materials for accuracy.

• Stowed passenger items with care and concern to avoid damage or displeasure with handling.
• Operated party vehicles, buses and town cars.
• Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
• Updated logs and tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.
• Vacuumed, cleaned and sanitized vehicles between customers.
• Generated consistent referrals and repeat business by providing friendly and fast service.
• Mapped efficient routes with minimal disruption to passengers or schedules.
• Answered, scheduled, and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.
• Calculated bills, issued receipts and accepted payments.
• Checked in with dispatch service and updated with current location.
• Arrived on time to customer appointments.
• Waited for passengers at designated high-volume locations such as airports and popular nightlife spots.
• Upheld high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and service.
• Maximized passenger satisfaction by keeping vehicles in safe and clean operating condition.
• Transported high-value clients with professionalism and discretion.
• Accepted payments and provided receipts for fares to keep accurate records of transactions.
• Picked up and transported passengers to destinations by following fast and safe routes to provide good customer service.
• Checked oil, fuel and other fluid levels to keep vehicles in good working condition and avoid breakdowns.
• Used GPS and maps to navigate and find best route to destinations to deliver passengers on time.
• Drove safely and obeyed traffic laws to avoid accidents and injuries.
• Communicated with passengers to answer questions about areas and services and provide comfortable traveling experiences.
• Maintained log of daily trips to keep accurate records of fares and destinations.

• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
• Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
• Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
• Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
• Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
• Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
• Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
• Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
• Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
• Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.

• Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blueprints.
• Welded parts using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc and gas equipment.
• Fabricated structural forms, pressure vessels and boiler components.
• Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
• Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding and using other equipment.
• Blew out machines, checked welding leads and wiring and changed filters for preventive maintenance.
• Calibrated flow and pressure settings to build and maintain flames.
• Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
• Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
• Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
• Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
• Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
• Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
• Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
• Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
• Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
• Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
• Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
• Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
• Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.