Gerald Henry
Salford,Lancashire
Summary
Seasoned professional with focus on fire safety and risk assessment. Adept at identifying potential hazards and implementing preventative measures to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Skilled in conducting comprehensive fire risk assessments and developing tailored safety plans to mitigate risks.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Fire risk assessor
D&S Fire Ltd
Salford, Lancs
08.2019 - Current
- Conducted detailed fire risk assessments for improved safety in residential and commercial properties.
- Identified potential fire hazards, ensuring a safer environment for all occupants.
- Improved overall safety by implementing effective fire prevention strategies.
- Provided comprehensive reports on fire risks to enhance safety measures.
- Collaborated with property managers to formulate robust fire escape plans for increased safety during emergencies.
- Advised companies on legal requirements regarding fire safety, ensuring compliance and minimising risk of penalties.
- Mitigated potential threats by designing efficient evacuation procedures.
- Inspected premises regularly, maintaining high standards of fire safety at all times.
- Kept abreast with latest developments in fire safety regulations, enabling timely adjustments to company policies as needed.
- Interpreted complex technical documents pertaining to fire safety, aiding faster resolution of issues and better decision making.
- Organised firefighting equipment inspections regularly, ensuring their optimal functionality when needed most.
- Collaborated effectively with local authorities during investigations into fires incidents offering expert insights.
- Carried out routine checks on installed firefighting systems like sprinklers and smoke alarms guaranteeing they were always ready for use.
- Trained staff to enhance awareness of fire safety regulations.
- Reviewed fire safety protocols for continuous alignment with regulatory frameworks and organisational needs.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and emerging regulations related to fire safety.
- Conducted post-fire inspections, analysing incidents and implementing corrective measures.
- Worked closely with property managers to prioritise and implement fire safety enhancements.
- Conducted detailed fire safety risk assessments, maintaining compliance with regulations.
- Detected fire hazards and outlined detailed to mitigate risk of fire.
- Inspected and surveyed proposed sites against suitability requirements.
- Identified need for maintenance and repair work, scheduling as necessary.
- Created detailed survey reports outlining possible issues and recommended solutions.
Care worker
Employed by the Parents
Salford, Lancs
09.2016 - 08.2019
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personal care services.
- Provided emotional support to patients, improved mental well-being.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for increased independence.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals, ensured comprehensive patient care.
- Established strong rapport with patients through effective communication skills resulting in an atmosphere of trust and respect.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, ensured patient safety.
- Monitored vital signs regularly; maintained accurate records for doctor's reference during appointments.
- Encouraged physical activity amongst sedentary patients; contributed to better overall health condition over time.
- Collaborated closely with families to understand the specific needs and preferences of each individual resident or service user; enhanced quality of care delivered as a result.
- Administered prescribed medication on schedule; optimised treatment effectiveness without any missed doses or overdose incidents occurring under my watchful eye and careful handling methods adopted throughout tenure at previous facility roles held within this sector before transitioning into current position as Care Worker today!.
- Transported clients to appointments when necessary-punctuality guaranteed every single time without fail.
- Liaised effectively with multidisciplinary team members, ensured seamless provision of care services.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance, consistently promoting comfort, dignity and respect.
- Assisted individuals with daily activities to facilitate independent living.
- Talked and actively listened to service users to nurture trusted relationships.
- Maintained accurate records to effectively measure client development against care plan objectives.
- Observed and documented vital signs, promptly reporting abnormalities for monitoring.
- Ensured medication administration for optimal health outcome.
- Supported patients with mobility issues, promoted independence.
- Assisted in meal preparation to ensure proper nutrition.
Education
Level 3 certificate from the course - Fire risk assessing
Fire Safety Risk Assessment Consultancy Limited
Manchester 08.2019 - 08.2019
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Risk identification
- Professional judgement
- Safety awareness
- Continuous process improvement
- Staff training and development
- Hazard identification
Websites
Affiliations
- Football
- Chess
Certification
Completed a fire risk assessment course provided by David Prince of Fire Safety Risk Assessment Consultancy. Been carrying out FRAs now for over 4 years. I can carry out type 1 and 3 FRAs for commercial and residential. I consider myself a competent and knowledgeable risk assessor who clearly breaks down and advises clients.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Fire risk assessor
D&S Fire Ltd
08.2019 - Current
Level 3 certificate from the course - Fire risk assessing
Fire Safety Risk Assessment Consultancy Limited
08.2019 - 08.2019
Care worker
Employed by the Parents
09.2016 - 08.2019
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