SIVASANKARAN DANASEKARAN
Chennai,India
Summary
Accomplished health and safety professional with extensive expertise in incident investigations, regulatory compliance, and ISO standards such as ISO 45001 and ISO 14001. Demonstrates a strong ability to develop and implement effective safety policies, conduct risk assessments, and deliver engaging training programmes. Proficient in auditing, inspection, and emergency response planning to ensure robust crisis management. Adept at fostering continuous improvement in safety practices while effectively engaging with employees, contractors, and stakeholders. Career goal includes driving organisational excellence in health and safety management within dynamic environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Crew Trainer
McDonalds
Treforest
06.2023 - Current
- Train and mentor new and existing crew members on food handling, equipment use, and McDonald’s health & safety protocols.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety regulations to minimize risks.
- Educate staff on fire safety, emergency response, and personal protective equipment (PPE) usage.
- Monitor temperature control, food storage, and sanitation procedures to prevent contamination.
- Conduct regular safety briefings and inspections to identify and eliminate potential hazards.
- Assist management in ensuring smooth workflow while maintaining safe and efficient work environment.
Crew Member
McDonalds
Treforest
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting guests, taking accurate orders, and handling inquiries professionally.
- Processed transactions efficiently, and promoted special offers to increase sales.
- Prepared food according to company standards, ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Managed drive-thru operations by quickly assembling and delivering orders while maintaining friendly attitude.
- Maintained cleanliness in workstations, dining areas, and restrooms, ensuring sanitary environment for customers.
- Collaborated with team members and supervisors to ensure smooth restaurant operations during peak hours.
- Assisted in training new employees on standard operating procedures and customer service best practices.
EHS - Engineer
ESAB India Private Limited
Chennai, India
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Inspected workplaces, ensured compliance, led drills, and trained staff on emergency response.
- Analyzed safety data, implemented corrective actions, and promoted safety culture.
- Conducted audits, prepared incident reports, and managed EHS site budget.
- Experienced in ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and plant audits.
Safety Officer
Kilpauk Midline Service C/O BMW India Private Ltd
Chennai, India
10.2018 - 04.2021
- Established health and safety committee with regular meetings to improve communication and achieve action points by deadlines.
- Inspected various potential hazards, identifying and assessing risk and providing suitable solutions.
- Prepared detailed incident reports, documented findings, and made recommendations for corrective actions to prevent future incidents.
- Managed safe disposal of hazardous substances, advising on specialist requirements.
- Developed and implemented emergency response plans, including evacuation procedures and crisis management protocols.
- Worked together with management and stakeholders in developing comprehensive safety policies, procedures, and guidelines
- Monitored and evaluated compliance with health and safety regulations and internal policies.
- Examined equipment and machinery for compliance with health and safety guidelines.
- Designed and delivered safety training programs and workshops to employees at all levels.
- Conducting system audits on ISO14001, ISO45001, providing observation, improvement and identifying non compliances.
- Implementing effective work permit systems and monitoring of work permits, Work permit like PTA (Pre-task analysis), Height work permit, Confined space, Hot work permit, Excavation permit issued & monitored compliance in accordance with HSE Standard
Safety Trainee (Internship)
Bonfiglioli Transmissions Private Limited
Chennai, India
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Improved workplace safety through regular compliance assessments.
- Trained staff and contractors on occupational and environmental health compliance.
- Investigated reports of injuries and near misses, testing equipment and inspecting work stations to locate hazards.
- Assessed waste disposal strategies for compliance with environmental requirements.
- Trained staff in environmental policy and procedure updates for full understanding and engagement.
- Risk-assessed workplaces to identify concerns and monitor remedial action taken.
- Customized work permit and rolled out in combined form.
- Conducted mock drill and fire drills.
Education
Master of Science - OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY, HEALTH & WELLBEING
CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
Cardiff, UK 09.2021 - 06.2023
Master of Technology - INDUSTRIAL SAFETYAND HAZARDS MANAGEMENT
ANNA UNIVERSITY
Chennai, India 08.2016 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Engineering - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
ST JOSEPH'S INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Chennai,India 08.2012 - 07.2016
Skills
- Skilled in conducting incident investigations and implementing corrective actions
- ISO Standards Knowledge: In-depth understanding of relevant ISO standards such as ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management Systems)
- Safety Policy Development: Ability to develop and implement robust health and safety policies and procedures
- Regulatory Compliance: Expertise in ensuring compliance with relevant health and safety regulations and standards
- Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies and control measures
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to effectively engage with employees, contractors and stakeholders
- Training and Education: Skilled in delivering engaging health and safety training programs to employees at all levels
- Emergency Response Planning: Knowledge of developing and reviewing emergency response plans to ensure effective crisis management
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environment
- Auditing and Inspection: Proficient in performing audits and inspections to assess compliance and identify areas for improvement
- Continuous Improvement: Understanding of importance of learning from incidents and driving continuous improvement in safety practices and procedures
- Microsoft Office Suite: Proficient in using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook for creating documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and managing emails
Languages
English
Fluent
Tamil
Native
Certification
- GradIOSH (Graduate Member of IOSH)
- NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
- IOSH Managing Safely
- ISO 14001:2015 Internal Auditor
Timeline
Crew Trainer
McDonalds
06.2023 - Current
Crew Member
McDonalds
11.2021 - 06.2023
Master of Science - OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY, HEALTH & WELLBEING
CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
09.2021 - 06.2023
EHS - Engineer
ESAB India Private Limited
04.2021 - 09.2021
Safety Officer
Kilpauk Midline Service C/O BMW India Private Ltd
10.2018 - 04.2021
Safety Trainee (Internship)
Bonfiglioli Transmissions Private Limited
06.2017 - 06.2018
Master of Technology - INDUSTRIAL SAFETYAND HAZARDS MANAGEMENT
ANNA UNIVERSITY
08.2016 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Engineering - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
ST JOSEPH'S INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
08.2012 - 07.2016
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