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INTERESTS AND HOBBIES
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GIDEON ATSU KUPOME

P. O. BOX CE 11411, Tema

Summary

Determined occupational safety and health professional seeking to pursue a challenging career and be an asset to a result oriented organization that gives opportunity to enhance my knowledge in occupational health and safety and utilize my skills to eliminate or reduce potential hazards on the job.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Occupational Health and Safety Officer

GROW ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION LIMITED
Accra
08.2023 - Current
  • Conduct risk assessments and develop strategies to reduce or eliminate health and safety hazards.
  • Develop implement and monitor occupational health and safety programs.
  • Provide training on safe work practices and procedures to staff members.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards and codes of practice.
  • Investigate incidents, accidents and near misses; identified root causes; recommended corrective actions.
  • Maintain records of hazardous materials in the workplace; ensure proper storage, labeling, disposal and transport of such materials.
  • Organizing toolbox talks.
  • Conduct safety orientation to new workers.
  • Preparation of weekly HSE report.
  • Distribute PPE to workers and take records

Quality Control Inspector /Safety Inspector

COSMO SEAFOODS COMPANY LIMITED
Tema
06.2021 - 07.2023
  • Inspected products for defects and conformance to customer specifications using precision measuring instruments.
  • Monitored production processes to ensure quality standards were met and documented results of inspections.
  • Performed first article inspection on incoming raw materials.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations by monitoring workers during the manufacturing process.
  • Maintained records of all nonconforming products and completed corrective actions as required.
  • Trained new employees on proper use of test equipment and inspection techniques.
  • Generated reports summarizing inspection results, defect trends, and other statistical data.

Assistant Branch Manager

LOTTO AND LOTTERIES COMPANY LIMITED
Tema
03.2020 - 07.2023
  • Distributed booklets to customers.
  • Tallied duplicates with original tickets.
  • Sorted out win tickets after draw.
  • Calculated amount won for payment.

Class Teacher

LEADING LIGHT ACADEMY
Ashaiman
05.2019 - 01.2021
  • Assessed students' understanding of concepts through quizzes, tests, and other assignments.
  • Encouraged students to think critically and ask questions in order to foster a deeper understanding of the material.
  • Developed and implemented classroom activities to enhance student learning and engagement.
  • Created lesson plans that incorporated differentiated instruction for diverse learners.
  • Provided individual guidance and support when needed.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress throughout the year.
  • Monitored student behavior in accordance with school policies and procedures.
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed during class activities.
  • Participated in professional development workshops related to instructional strategies or curriculum design.

Research Assistant (National Service)

UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH AND ALLIED SCIENCES
Ho
09.2017 - 07.2018
  • Organized and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data using statistical software packages such as SPSS.
  • Assisted in evaluation of lecturers, collected and analyzed data on lecturers’ performance.
  • Assisted in administrative duties such as report writing, writing of letters and memoranda.
  • Served as invigilation assistant.

Class Teacher

PRECIOUS KIDS ACADEMY
Ashaiman
09.2011 - 07.2013
  • Developed and implemented classroom activities to enhance student learning and engagement.
  • Organized field trips to reinforce educational objectives.
  • Assessed students' understanding of concepts through quizzes, tests, and other assignments.
  • Encouraged students to think critically and ask questions in order to foster a deeper understanding of the material.
  • Created lesson plans that incorporated differentiated instruction for diverse learners.
  • Provided individual guidance and support when needed.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress throughout the year.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology And Molecular Biology

University For Development Studies
Nyankpala, Ghana
07-2017

General Science

Keta Senior High Technical School
Keta, Ghana
06-2011

Master of Science - Environmental Health And Sanitation

Presbyterian University, Ghana
Abetifi, Ghana

Skills

  • Hazard Identification
  • Environmental Monitoring
  • Accident investigation
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Chemical Handling
  • Fall protection
  • Construction safety
  • Industrial hygiene
  • Excellent Communication
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Multitasking
  • Risk Assessment
  • Workplace hazard mitigation
  • Effective Communication
  • Ability to work with little or no supervision
  • Very proactive
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power point)

Certification

  • Occupational Safety and Health Supervisor - OSHAcademy
  • International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety - NEBOSH (On going)
  • Construction Safety and Health - OSHAcademy (On going)

Languages

Ewe
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Twi
Advanced (C1)
C1

INTERESTS AND HOBBIES

  • Researching
  • Listening to music
  • Volley ball

REFEREES

1. Damba Yahaya, Ph.D.

Lecturer,

Department of Biotechnology and Molecular Biology

Faculty of Biosciences

University for Development Studies (UDS)

P. O. Box 1882

Tamale, Ghana

Tel: +233246559806

Email: ydamba@uds.edu.gh

2. Julius Migbodzi

Health and Safety Coordinator

Grow Engineering and Construction

Tel: +233246449223 / +223257816887

Email: juliusmigb@gmail.com / migbodzijulius@gmail.com

3. Miss Judith Wotortsi

Senior Research Assistant

University of Health and Allied Sciences, Ho

PMB 31, Ho – Volta Region

Tel: +233243852408 / +233242890128

Email: jwotortsi@uhas.edu.gh

Timeline

Occupational Health and Safety Officer

GROW ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION LIMITED
08.2023 - Current

Quality Control Inspector /Safety Inspector

COSMO SEAFOODS COMPANY LIMITED
06.2021 - 07.2023

Assistant Branch Manager

LOTTO AND LOTTERIES COMPANY LIMITED
03.2020 - 07.2023

Class Teacher

LEADING LIGHT ACADEMY
05.2019 - 01.2021

Research Assistant (National Service)

UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH AND ALLIED SCIENCES
09.2017 - 07.2018

Class Teacher

PRECIOUS KIDS ACADEMY
09.2011 - 07.2013

Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology And Molecular Biology

University For Development Studies

General Science

Keta Senior High Technical School

Master of Science - Environmental Health And Sanitation

Presbyterian University, Ghana

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