Margarito Lopez

Develop and implement comprehensive environmental health and safety programs. Conduct regular safety audits and inspections to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations. Lead emergency response drills and training sessions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to investigate incidents and identify root causes. Manage hazardous waste disposal processes to ensure adherence to local, state, and federal regulations.
• Achieved a 30% reduction in workplace incidents through targeted safety initiatives.
• Enhanced employee preparedness for potential accidents or disasters by leading effective training and drills.
• Completed project with no lost time injuries.

Implemented behavior-based safety programs and developed EHS training to enhance safety awareness. Performed risk assessments and developed control measures to mitigate workplace hazards. Led incident investigations and prepared comprehensive reports with preventive recommendations. Maintained regulatory compliance by staying updated with changes in environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Reduced lost-time incidents by 25% through the implementation of a behavior-based safety program.
• Delivered projects without lost time injuries and facilitated advanced project turnover to the client.

Developed and implemented safety awareness communications between workers and management. Delivered and coordinated health and safety training for new employees. Implemented a drug-free workplace plan to reduce workers' compensation premiums.
• Increased hazard awareness among workers and management by 20%.
• Educated 50 new employees on workplace regulations, policies, and procedures, ensuring high levels of compliance and safety.
• Achieved a 5% reduction in workers' compensation premiums by implementing a drug-free workplace plan.
• Successfully completed the project on target, achieving a 5% cost savings.

Developed and implemented standards, codes of practice, and latest standards for automated cleaning of crude storage tanks using state-of-the-art technology. Conducted risk assessments based on OHSAS 18001 and job safety analysis during demolition activities. Promoted safety awareness using HAZOP, HAZID, and HAZAN methods during the removal of catalysts and materials from the cryogenic tower. Acted as a key team leader in reporting and resolving safety issues, managing non-compliance incidents, and developing and implementing HSEQ plans, procedures, programs, and strategies.
• Ensured worker safety and environmental protection through the adoption of advanced technology in crude storage tank cleaning.
• Played a pivotal role in incident resolution and compliance enhancement through effective leadership

Reviewed production work processes to identify potential safety concerns and drafted corrective measures. Supported safety inspections and provided information and facilities guidance to Saudi Council inspectors during walk-throughs. Proctored safety and health training for personnel and assessed company safety to identify and spearhead improvement efforts. Investigated the root causes of accidents, injuries, and illnesses related to product usage to develop preventative solutions.
• Reduced safety incident rates by 5% through targeted health and safety training.
• Facilitated regulatory inspections and enhanced safety compliance measures.

• Supported audit procedures to check all procedures, processes, and work standards according to the UAE code of practice.
• Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases.
• Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
• Coordinated emergency response plans and drills to increase preparedness and address issues promptly.
• Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective actions to address underlying issues.
• Reviewed and analyzed safety data and statistics to identify trends and improvement areas.

▪ Evaluated and improved existing safety management system with the support of senior executives, ensuring a safe workplace environment without health risks.
▪ Assisted Senior HSE Engineer in site inspections, HSE campaign and HSE program while identifying and testing work areas for potential accident and safety hazards.
▪ Implemented routine audits to ensure Refinery Expansion Project work was progressing safely and initiated corrective actions as and when needed.
▪ Coordinated emergency, fire- fighting and first aid procedures and established a structured programme of health & safety training for workers and subcontractors.

▪ Mentored and coached field staff and audited project sites for HSE system, road & traffic signs and availability of adequate fire protection equipment.
▪ Assisted with the investigation of accidents and unsafe working conditions, study possible causes and recommended immediate and appropriate remedial actions
▪ Inspected life- saving equipment such as toxic portable gas tester, self-contained breathing apparatus, airline mask, canister mask and other safety equipment.
▪ Ensured the clients’ meets its statutory obligations in all areas pertaining to health, safety and environment at work, including statutory training and reporting.