Experience

AJ Forsyth

• Mining
• 1 - 100 Employee

• BC Regional Health, Safety and Quality Manager

  • Aug 2018 - Present

  •Review, develop, implement and monitor an effective health and safety strategic plan that is aligns with both with Corporate / Regional vision and continual improvement •Manage a program of health, safety and quality audits that include scheduled and unscheduled audits across BC sites reviewing against the requirements of legislation, ISO, COR and Corporate standards •Champion health and safety leadership and foster strong working relationships with key stakeholders, contractors, suppliers and employees •Provide direction and support to all levels of management and the safety and quality leadership teams •Oversee the develop and implementation of safety training programs and events in order to promote company-wide health and safety •Responsible for all aspects of QA/QC including inspecting, auditing and maintaining documentation in the quality management system Show less



Support in the Fraser Valley - Parents and Kids- Deaf/Hard of Hearing

• Abbotsford

• Volunteer Member

  • Jan 2017 - Present



NAOSH BC North American Occupational Safety & Health

• British Columbia, Canada

• Volenteer Commttee Member

  • Jan 2016 - Nov 2018

  Goals and Successes The goal is to focus employers, employees, partners and the public on the importance of preventing injury and illness in the workplace, at home and in the community. The success of NAOSH Week is rooted in a community–based approach. Across the country, NAOSH Week events and activities are coordinated by local, provincial and/or regional committees, comprised primarily of volunteers, who share a focus and vision of safer workplaces and comm unities. Partnerships with government, business, suppliers, CSSE Chapters, community health organizations and other safety groups provide the support, resources and network necessary to manage the NAOSH Week plans. Show less



Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC - Nonprofit Health & Safety Association

• Canada
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Occupational Health and Safety Manager

  • Jan 2015 - Nov 2017

  • Developed and implemented a more structured and comprehensive OHSMS based on CSA Z1000 and OSSE requirements• Thorough knowledge of applicable WorkSafeBC’s regulations, safety compliance and industrial hygiene• Coordinated with Senior Management to ensure organization’s OHS compliance• Provided comprehensive understanding of financial implications, bottom line, ROI and payback• Collaborated with COO, developing annual budgeting and business and strategic planning processes• Conducted site inspections and comprehensive audits, highlighting areas for improvement while measuring progress• Designed quarterly reports evaluating OHSMS progress with quarterly action plans of mitigating risk and ensuring continual improvement – Plan Do Check Act• Developed and customized training for JHSC, Hazard Identification and Control, Incident Investigation, Workplace Inspection, Supervisor Awareness, WHMIS, and Lockout• Liaised with all other functional front line management and supervisors for a holistic approach gaining “buy in”• Worked with HR to manage Workers’ Compensation Claims/Return-to-Work significantly reducing client WorkSafeBC premiums• Fostered positive relationships with management as well as employees creating improved safety culture• Coordinated and implemented new/young worker orientation program meeting WorkSafeBC’s new orientation requirements• Presented SPS Annual Report to MSABC’s Board of Directors• Administered probationary, disciplinary and performance evaluations of all staff under leadership• Collaborated with other departments to ensure consistency in delivering high standards of service and support Show less

• SPS Coordinator/SPS Supervisor

  • Jan 2014 - Jan 2015

  • Performed GAP analysis identifying areas of improvement and noncompliance, presented to senior management• Created and assigned action plans for continual improvement with realistic completion timelines• Managed 7 large companies simultaneously during two year SPS contract• Implemented a more structured and comprehensive OHS management systems, resulting in a healthier and safer workplace• Developed new safety policies/procedures and workplace standards• Introduced Company OHS goals and objectives with assigned responsibilities and target completion dates• Facilitated OHS related training including: JHSC, Hazard Identification and Control, Incident Investigation, Workplace Inspection, Supervisor Awareness, WHMIS, and Lockout• Generated quarterly audit progress reports and presented to senior management and Joint Health and Safety Committees• Developed emergency preparedness procedures and evaluated annual evacuation drills• Mentored and actively participated as a resource in monthly Joint Health and Safety Committee meetings• Compiled data regarding safety deficiencies by trending patters and implemented corrective actions• Mentored and trained client selected in-house OHS personnel • Increased the quantity and quality of OHS documentation while developing a functional documentation management system• Trained JHSC members to new WorkSafeBC requirements Show less



Canadian Hard of Hearing Association (CHHA) - Parents' Branch

• Volunteer Member

  • Dec 2014 - Dec 2016

  We are a parent group who are passionate about connecting & supporting families throughout BC who have school-aged children living with hearing loss. Through fun family activities our children develop sustaining friendships as they grow into young adults. We educate and support parents through our newsletters, workshops and other events. As a parent group, we understand the power of learning from one another. We are a parent group who are passionate about connecting & supporting families throughout BC who have school-aged children living with hearing loss. Through fun family activities our children develop sustaining friendships as they grow into young adults. We educate and support parents through our newsletters, workshops and other events. As a parent group, we understand the power of learning from one another.



Neels Heating and Supplies Ltd

• Chilliwack, BC

• Head Service Technician

  • 2008 - 2011



Corona Gas

• Surrey, BC

• Service Technician

  • 2006 - 2008



Gulf Timber Frame Ltd.

• Bowen Island, BC

• Subcontractor

  • 2002 - 2005



Nekison Engineering and Contractors Ltd.

• Etobicoke, ON

• Subcontractor

  • 2000 - 2002



KBJ Plumbing

• Keswick, ON

• Service Technician

  • 1999 - 2002

  *Worked in collaboration with engineering team in final stages of construction and start up procedures of Co-Gen room. *Received personal recommendation for next project. *Worked in collaboration with engineering team in final stages of construction and start up procedures of Co-Gen room. *Received personal recommendation for next project.



Sheridan Heating and Air Conditioning

• Newmarket, ON

• Service Technician

  • 1990 - 1998

  *Journeyman - Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanics License. *Developed skills for servicing, maintenance and installation of residential and commercial applications. *Exposure the company shop led to competence in sheet metal applications including pattern making and fabrication. *Journeyman - Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanics License. *Developed skills for servicing, maintenance and installation of residential and commercial applications. *Exposure the company shop led to competence in sheet metal applications including pattern making and fabrication.