Cesar Pelaez
Anaheim,CA
Summary
Dedicated health education professional eager to leverage strong understanding of health promotion principles, theories and best practices. Skilled in creating educational materials and delivering presentations with sharp eye for detail. Strong interpersonal skills for building positive relationships with focus on counseling. Personable with strong work ethic.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
On-Site Health & Safety Manager
Field Fresh Foods
03.2023 - Current
- Developed and distributed health education materials to increase awareness and understanding.
- Maintained accurate and complete records to document program activities and outcomes.
- Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services.
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
- Facilitated occupational safety meetings and handled inquiries, questions and concerns in terms of training.
- Reduced worker's compensation premiums through effective Workers compensation Best practices
- Analyzed and identified risk areas to determine compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Kept up to date on compliance trends and rulings using meticulous research and study.
- Collaborated with HR and IT to develop and implement code of business and ethics and anti-harassment policies and related personnel training.
- Trained employees in most current regulations and practices in effort to prevent mishaps and promote overall safety.
Director of Risk Management
Baron HR
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Established and oversaw application of operational risk policies, technology and tools and governance processes to create lasting solutions for minimizing losses.
- Took initiative in gathering information and solving problems independently within highly structured corporate environment.
- Applied subject matter expertise and industry knowledge to provide independent oversight to operational risk management activities.
- Influenced appropriate risk management prioritization on front lines to promote strategic objectives while meeting operational risk program expectations.
- Served as subject matter expert for development and implementation of corrective action plans where substantial unnecessary loss resulted regularly from current policy.
- Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
- Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
Workers Compensation Manager
Decton Group /TPS
11.2015 - 01.2020
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for safe work practices and comply with regulations.
- Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective actions to address underlying issues.
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
- Provided guidance and resources to employees to maintain safety procedures and enhance protection.
- Collaborated with other departments to integrate safety in all aspects of organization.
- Liaised with management and employees enable smooth communication regarding safety procedures.
- Expedited benefit delivery by establishing working relationships with benefit providers.
- Maintain company's Workers Compensation Program
- Working with Legal counsel on litigated claims and settlement authority
- Manage All Workers Compensation Claims from the inception of Injury until closure and employee returned to work
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Operation Trainer /WC Coordinator
Aryzta Bakery
06.2011 - 07.2014
- Recommended changes to company culture to improve safety and meet changing demands.
- Investigated accidents and hazardous incidents to determine cause and made recommendations for corrective action.
- Conducted investigations into incidents and reported on findings.
- Wrote safety program plans to manage hazards, reduce incidents and save company money through less time lost and lower insurance payouts.
- Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Implemented the company's Injury Illness Prevention Program in seven regions
- Devised and monitored safety performance metrics to assess and improve safety performance.
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
- Worked with Insurance carriers and underwriters in preparation of Policy review.
- Gathered information about each position and related occupation with employee interviews, field observations, and industry research.
- Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
- Facilitated learning with creation of engaging written and oral assignments.
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
Education
No Degree - Occupational Health And Industrial Hygiene
Cal State Dominguez
Carson, CA06.2023
No Degree - Accounting And Business Management
Golden West College
Huntington Beach, CA06.2003
High School Diploma -
Taft Charter High School
Woodland Hills, CA06.1994
Skills
- Site Inspection
- Government Regulations
- Internal Investigation Management
- Company Policy Compliance
- Safety Policies and Procedures
- Risk Reviews
- Safety and Risk Assessments
- Incident Investigation
- Standard Operating Procedures Understanding
- Operational Support
- Contract Management
- Environmental Health and Safety
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Organizational Systems
- Emergency Awareness
- Corrective Actions
- Safe Work Methods
- External Audits
- Accident Prevention
- Industry Standards and Regulations
- Loss Prevention Controls
- OSHA Requirements
- Risk Management Strategies
- Accident Review
- Regulatory Documentation
- Maintaining Safety Rules
Accomplishments
- Achieved the SHARP status by completing the OSHA consultation program composed of inspections with accuracy and efficiency.
- Create a better working invironment free of safety hazards
- Boost worker moral by involving workers in creating a culture that emphasizes a safe and healthful workplace
Certification
- OSHA 500
- PIT instructor
- Proficient Bilingual abel to translate verbal and documents
- Experienced with Cal OSHA Title 8 Requirements
- Construction Safety Management
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
On-Site Health & Safety Manager
Field Fresh Foods
03.2023 - Current
Director of Risk Management
Baron HR
08.2022 - 03.2023
Workers Compensation Manager
Decton Group /TPS
11.2015 - 01.2020
Operation Trainer /WC Coordinator
Aryzta Bakery
06.2011 - 07.2014
No Degree - Occupational Health And Industrial Hygiene
Cal State Dominguez
No Degree - Accounting And Business Management
Golden West College
High School Diploma -
Taft Charter High School
- OSHA 500
- PIT instructor
- Proficient Bilingual abel to translate verbal and documents
- Experienced with Cal OSHA Title 8 Requirements
- Construction Safety Management
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