Ekum Edunghu, Safety Lead

Ekum Edunghu

Safety Lead

Lubrik Construction Company Ltd

Location
Nigeria
Education
Bachelor's degree, Health
Experience
28 years, 0 Months

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Total years of experience :28 years, 0 Months

Safety Lead at Lubrik Construction Company Ltd
  • Nigeria
  • December 2004 to February 2019

The project scope was the construction (from foundation to cold commissioning) of an Independent GE’S
6B power plant using gas turbines. Six 6B gas turbines were installed to improve electricity supply by
15% to Eleme Petrochemical.
Achievements:
Successfully improved Safety within the Project team and Sub-Contractors
Reduced accident rate to minimal
Changed people’s behaviors and attitude towards safety from management level to employees and
achieve a positive commitment to the way people think about safety
Produced effective Safety, Health, and Environmental programs for the entire organization and sub-
contractors
Committed project management team to affecting eliminating hazards/risks
Ensured progressive motivation and continuous safety training within the workplace
Identified common elements of success within the workplace and benched mark successful subcontractors
Reviewed HSE policies, Procedures/Manuals, Plans and advised where required
Achieved 2000000mhrs without LTI
Roles and Responsibilities
* Developed and implemented Health and Safety best practices ensuring the plans comply with
current legislation, approved codes of practice and government guidance.
* Worked proactively with managers to establish and maintain safe system of work and safe
environment for all employees
* Established and maintained standards, processes, communications, trainings and systems to
ensure all elements of HSE remained compliant
* Ensure that the company meets its statutory obligations in all areas relating to health and safety
and welfare at work, including statutory reporting and training.
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* Complete regular risk assessment reviews for all plants, equipment and operations
* Maintained accurate accident and near miss log, ensuring that all accidents are documented,
investigated, reported and any recommended improvements are implemented
* Carryout regular safety inspections, fire drills, audits and report back to management
* Complete regular reviews and implement updates to the HSE policies and procedures.

Safety Lead at Lubrik Construction Company Ltd
  • Nigeria
  • January 2018 to February 2019

Project: Isiokpo Internal Roads Project
* Setting up and implementation of standards
* Improvement plans with focus on quality, Safety, Health and Environment
* Development and improvement of QSHE standards, monitoring and carrying out monthly audit
of the worksite
* Conducts trainings and orientations on site
* Ensure trainings and tool box meetings and drills are carried out as per the Company’s schedule
* Preparation of Company’s site HSE plan, annual HSE programs.
* Documentation of PTW and JSA as well as other HSE procedures
* Provides support project team in all aspects of HSE,
* Assist in generating project specific procedures
* Ensure all workers on site comply with the company’s HSE standards
* Interface with the client and sub-contractors on HSE related matters
* Investigates and completes the process for close out of all incidents

Safety Manager at TESCO Equipment Company, Nigeria Limited Ewekoro yard
  • July 2017 to January 2018

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Tesco Equipment Nigeria Limited provides rental services to the manufacturing, construction and oil and
gas sectors for equipment comprising cranes, forklifts, bulldozers, excavators, pay loaders, self-loaders
and trailers.
* Review, develop and distribute on-site Safety procedures
* Inspects work site daily for unsafe condition and initiates an immediate corrective action, refers
more complex issues to the Safety Manager.
* Implement company policies, standards and action with a high technical complexity and inherent
safety risk.
* Conducts monthly workplace inspections and keeps records as required
* Compiles and review Safety performance Statistics, initiates actions for improvement.
* Identification of training needs, advising and training of site employees
* Conducts safety awareness to all employees and communicates requirement of local authorities
and regulatory bodies to the site and ensure steps are taken to meet or exceed these requirements.
* Creating awareness of legal obligations by interpreting and keeping site’s management and
workers informed on new developing legislations and other standards
* Daily inspections of tools and equipment.
* Conducts Risk Assessment and Job Hazards Analysis
* Prepare and maintain all safety records
* Preparation of preliminary accident investigation reports
* Reviews accident reports and gathered information to further workers’ safety
* Organize site emergency drills
* Conducts weekly HSE Meetings and keep records accordingly
* Ensure proper application of PTW system
* Analyzed potentially dangerous workplace practices and conditions and made recommendations
accordingly.
* Involved in drivers’ recruitment procedure
* Involved in daily inspection of trucks with drivers
* Any other responsibility that may be assigned by site’s management.

Project HSE Lead at Lubrik Engineering Services Limited
  • Nigeria
  • December 2012 to December 2016

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PROJECT: Construction of Indorama Multipurpose Private Jetty, Onne.
This project involved the construction of a jetty. The project which started from reclaiming to piling and
construction of warehouses and installation of reclaimer system, Truck Unloading Station, Conveyor
system to Ship loader was completed without any Lost Time Incident.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Contribute to the development of an effective Accident Prevention Program in support of Engineering
Service’s Zero Tolerance Safety goals
Ensure that all employees are informed of, comprehend, and comply with EHS policies and procedures as
well as local regulations
Communicate weekly updates regarding injury and illness awareness and mitigating measures
Assist with preparing for unannounced audits and inspections by government entities, including but not
limited to federal, state, or local municipalities
Conduct internal audits and provide recommendations to improve audit scores
Establish good rapport with site supervisors and field EHS personnel on standard sites and offshore
platforms
Manage OSHA incident and injury reporting within specified guidelines, including the management of
the Workers’ Compensation Program within the team
Conduct timely and accurate follow up investigations and coordinate with the employee’s insurance
company
Manage and track safety equipment orders, delivery, storage, and distribution with warehouse personnel
Implement and manage Safety Task Assignments and SA, JSA, and Risk Assessment training
Ensure that all EHS training is up to date for all personnel, including customer and/or job specific
required
Manage the Site Safety Plan
Manage operator certifications to ensure compliance
Manage the documentation of safety efforts
Administer the Annual Supervisor Safety Awards Program
Perform other duties as assigned
Direct and guide employees on general policies and management guidance and provide interpretation of
compliance requirements.
Managed HSE team, provided awareness and training to all parties on site.
Achieved the targeted KPIs
Managed the Integrated Management System and method statement for all activities
Managed the safety training, policies, practices and procedures.
Developed safety plans and other safety related documents.
Managed, monitored and rectified safety performance on site.
Managed the risk assessment & risk mitigation measures on-site and before commencement of projects.
Managed all the permit to work, hot & cold work permits & suspended work when identifying imminent
danger.
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Waste managements
Direct the weekly management staff meeting with the US corp. of engineer concerning all safety matters.
Direct all accidents and near-misses investigated, report of findings, including recommendations to
prevent recurrence and implement approved course of action.
Monitored the corrective & preventive measures to ensure a proper HSE for the organization & its
employees.

Supervisor at Hyundai Heavy Industries Bonny
  • Nigeria
  • August 2010 to December 2012

Fabrication of cubic metric capacity storage tanks for NLNG, Bonny
* Created comprehensive set of guidelines to measure program and policy effectiveness.
* Trained over 300 staff members in safety procedures and regulations.
* Presented department’s work to senior level executives
* Made recommendations for vital corrective actions to improve safety
* Reviewed accident reports and gathered information to further workers’ safety
* Inspected work site daily for unsafe condition and initiated an immediate corrective action,
referred more complex issues to a senior Personnel.
* Developed and distributed safety procedures and guidelines for equipment operation.
* Analyzed potentially dangerous workplace practices and conditions and made recommendations
accordingly.
* Investigated adequately and made recommendations regarding all facility incident reports.
* Provided support on health and safety services in coordination with program and personnel teams.
* Ensured compliance of all health and safety programs with OSHA rules and requirements.
* Assisted in preparing health and safety procedure presentations for employee meetings.

Supervisor at FEKNAK Oil and Gas Limited
  • Nigeria
  • July 2008 to August 2010

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* Ensured proper procedural documentation was completed as applicable in a variety of operational
environments prior to beginning work including proper work permits and JHAs
* Successfully supervise Safety Personnel on turnarounds and oversee general safety requirements
as applicable
* Was able to diagnose basic problems, troubleshoot equipment and take concrete actions within
established guidelines. Audit sub-contractors adherence, to client’s injury prevention program
* Complete knowledge and familiarity with Oil and Gas safe work practices, Permit Procedure as
well as providing direction surrounding elements of Turnaround Safety Management plans and
SWPs.
* Diligently maintained safety and quality standards
* Completed trainings and orientations outlining the SWPs and Site specific information required to
work at the facility
* Successfully did standby rescue work for confined space entry in the field
* Interpreted and documented air monitoring results
* Developed adequate inspection and control procedures and maintained a safe work environment
and assessed suitability of permit to work system
* Improved overall team safety by updating procedural manual
* Enforced safety regulations at all levels of organization
* Provided safety related support during commissioning of new plant and mechanical systems
* Prevented accident by eliminating - controlling and developed training schedule.
* Rendered required support to the line management in accident investigation, reviewed and
analyzed all reportable incidents
* Organised ToolBox Talk
* Monitored housekeeping on site
* Conducted safety induction training for all employees
* Implemented company policies, standards and action with a high technical complexity and
inherent safety risk
* Assisted in compliance reviews, general risk assessments and other safety assessments to
support health, safety and environmental management
* Maintained relevant HSE logs and documentation.
* Maintained positive and proactive relations with managers and employees, as well as our
customers and regulatory agencies
* Delivered safety training for workers and supervisors

Representative at Ekum’s Resume
  • Nigeria
  • March 2007 to June 2008

Successfully implemented Safety and Health policies and procedure.
* Assisted in hazard assessment to confirm effectiveness of procedures
* Over saw safety of pipe laying processes
* Assisted in Investigating and reporting of all incident, accident, injuries and hazard.
* Monitored OSH standard and compliance with OSH policies and procedure.
* Assisted Sr. HSE officer in preparing materials for HSE in-house training for new employee and
Conducting TOOLBOX TALK on daily basis as per rules of the management.
* Advised and assisted management in fulfilling of safety obligations & setting goals for safety
matters.
* Analyzed incident and accident report.
* Provided assistance to managers and supervisors which ensured a safe working environment.
* Attended conferences to outline purpose of equipment inspections.
* Assessed company safety program illness record and successfully assisted in the review of all risk
assessment
* Performed facility inspections and ensured compliance with safety regulations and laws.
* Designed and implemented safety standards and procedures as required.

Representative at Homan Civil Engineering Limited
  • Nigeria
  • April 2006 to March 2007

Inspected the site regularly including equipments, tools, lifting gears put out of use those that
were faulty
* Identified all workplace hazards and reported to the sr. safety officer
* Inspected/audited PPE issuance to the workforce and ensured compliance within the work site
* Investigated work refusals and serious accidents and reported back to management
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* Organised ToolBox Talk
* Monitored good housekeeping at site
* Routine inspection of material storage areas such as flamable and other hazardous materials
* Participated in safety committee meeting
* Conducting safety induction training for all employees.
* Update of safety/site information board.
* Set up company safety enhancement program.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Health
  • at Rivers State University of Science and Technology Port Harcour
  • September 2022

Safety Security and Environment

Bachelor's degree, Health Safety Security and Environment
  • at Rivers State University of Science and Technology Port Harcour
  • December 2008

Bachelor's degree, Financial Accounting
  • at The Polytechnic Calabar Calabar
  • August 2005

Specialties & Skills

Hazard Analysis
Incident Management
Loss Prevention
Risk Control
GOVERNMENT
POLICY ANALYSIS
PROCESS ENGINEERING
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
REPORTS
RISK ASSESSMENT
CUSTOMER RELATIONS

Languages

English
Expert

Memberships

ASSP
  • Safety
  • February 2009

Training and Certifications

IGC (Training)
Training Institute:
NEBOSH