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Brigette Avila

CA

Summary

Proactive professional with experience in safety management & regulatory compliance. Experienced in OSHA & EHS regulations & developing & implementing safety programs. Successful in identifying & mitigating risks & reducing workplace accidents. Excellent ability to analyze, develop & implement safety policies & procedures.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Safety Leader

Santa Monica Seafood
Rancho Dominguiez, CA
08.2022 - Current
  • Verified compliance with OSHA, EHS, and other government safety regulations.
  • Investigated workplace incidents and accidents and reported findings to management using Root cause analyst.
  • Conduct new hire orientations.
  • Delivered safety training or education programs.
  • Developed safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Authorized or denied visitors entering premises to promote building safety.
  • Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify potential hazards and risks.
  • Inspected machinery for signs of corrosion and damage and performed routine calibrations.
  • Maintained inventories of SDS, hazardous materials and hazardous wastes, using waste tracking systems to ensure that materials were handled properly.
  • Recommended measures to help protect workers from potentially hazardous work methods, processes, and materials.
  • Collected samples of storm water, oil,dust, and other potentially toxic materials for analysis.
  • Reviewed police reports, medical treatment records, medical bills, or physical property damage to determine extent of liability.
  • Examined claims forms and other records to determine insurance coverage.
  • Maintained claim files, such as records of settled claims and inventory of claims requiring detailed analysis.
  • Referred questionable claims to investigator and claims adjuster for investigation and settlement.

Risk & Compliance Officer

IKEA
Burbank, CA
02.2020 - 12.2021
  • Resolved conflicts between employees and customers in an efficient manner while maintaining a positive work environment for all individuals involved.
  • Established and controlled sanitation and hygiene standards, air quality and noise-level compliance.
  • Conducted Fire drills/Emergency evacuations following OSHA guidelines to help train employees get familiar with exit routes.
  • Reviewed safety procedures, recommending changes to improve safety performance.
  • Reported unsafe conditions or practices to supervisors or occupational health and safety specialists for corrective action.
  • Evaluated needs and monitored usage and effectiveness of personal protective equipment.
  • Inspected specified areas to ensure presence of fire prevention equipment, safety equipment, and first-aid supplies.
  • Inspected and evaluated workplace environments, equipment, and practices to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations.

Loss Prevention Leader

AGS Health
Carson, CA
04.2015 - 12.2019
  • Conducted safety, hazard, and security audits around store building to gather information on operations.
  • Helped customers and employees to create safe working environment.
  • Respond to calls regarding injuries and providing First Aid.
  • Investigated theft events and identified loss sources for improved robbery prevention.
  • Investigated and interviewed individuals suspected of shoplifting and internal theft.
  • Supervised surveillance, detection, and criminal processing related to theft and criminal cases.
  • Developed and prepared detailed reports on audit findings.
  • Took disciplinary action to address performance problems.
  • Developed schedules for employees to always ensure adequate coverage.
  • Informed workers about interests and special needs of specific groups.
  • Assigned work schedules, following work requirements, to ensure quality, and timely delivery of service.
  • Travel out of state to several locations to train employees regarding injury prevention.
  • Met with managers or other supervisors to stay informed of changes affecting workers or operations.
  • Served as point of contact between managerial staff and leaders of recreational and entertainment activities.

Education

Certificate in Auto-Mechanic -

Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CA
10-2012

High School Diploma -

Bell Gardens High School
Bell Gardens, CA
06-2008

Skills

  • Environmental Audits
  • Regulations and Compliance
  • Incident Investigation
  • Risk Identification
  • Safety Audits
  • Crisis situations
  • Responding security breaches
  • Critical thinking
  • Medical emergency response
  • Law enforcement collaboration
  • Trespassing prevention

Certification

  • OSHA 30 General Industry
  • Environmental Health Safety, EPA, CAA
  • Forklift Trainer
  • CPR/First Aid
  • Tactical Communications
  • Handcuffing
  • Legal Liabilities
  • Observation & Documentation
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Powers to Arrest/Weapons of Mass Destruction

Timeline

Safety Leader

Santa Monica Seafood
08.2022 - Current

Risk & Compliance Officer

IKEA
02.2020 - 12.2021

Loss Prevention Leader

AGS Health
04.2015 - 12.2019

Certificate in Auto-Mechanic -

Rio Hondo College

High School Diploma -

Bell Gardens High School

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