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George Kasanda

Safety Specialist at First Quantum Minerals Mines - Kansanshi Mining PLC

Work Experience

  • Safety Specialist

    First Quantum Minerals Mines - Kansanshi Mining PLC

    Sep 2018 - Present -6 yrs, 10 months

    • Job Details:Design and implement safety policies and procedures tailored to mining operations. Conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards. Ensure compliance with local, state, and international safety regulations. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of OSHA, MSHA, and other relevant standards. Develop and conduct safety training programs for employees at all levels. Provide ongoing education on best safety practices and emergency response. Perform regular safety inspections of mining sites and equipment. Conduct safety audits to evaluate compliance with safety regulations and procedures. Investigate accidents and near misses to determine root causes. Recommend corrective actions and preventive measures. Collect and analyze safety data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
  • HSEQ Manager

    Universal Mining

    Sep 2012 - Jul 2018 -5 yrs, 10 months

    • Job Details:Develop, implement, and oversee health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards. Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify hazards, evaluate risks, and recommend control measures to mitigate potential incidents. Provide leadership and guidance to HSE teams, contractors, and stakeholders, fostering a culture of safety and environmental stewardship. Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action planning to prevent recurrence and improve HSE performance. Develop and deliver HSE training programs to educate employees on safe work practices, emergency procedures, and environmental responsibilities. Monitor and evaluate HSE performance metrics, track trends, and analyze data to measure progress and identify areas for improvement. Liaise with regulatory agencies, clients, and external stakeholders on HSE matters, ensuring compliance with legal and contractual requirements. Prepare HSE reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders, communicating key findings and recommendations. Drive continuous improvement in HSE performance through the implementation of best practices, lessons learned, and feedback mechanisms. Provide strategic guidance to senior management on HSE-related risks, opportunities, and initiatives, contributing to overall business success and sustainability.
  • Education

    • Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety

      Ashbourne College

      Jan 2023 

    • Bachelor's Degree in First Aid

      Chambers of Mines of Zambia Council for First Aid

      Jan 2023 

    • Bachelor's Degree in ISO 45001: Principles of OHS Management System (Internal Auditing)

      Bureau Veritas

      Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 - 1 Year

    • Bachelor's Degree in Public Health

      Texila American University

      Jan 2017 

    Skills

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    Languages

    • English

      Fluent
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