Christopher Eban Lekan
Rex,GA
Summary
Adept Safety Specialist with a proven track record at the Department of Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S), where I spearheaded risk control programs and enhanced safety training, achieving a significant reduction in workplace incidents. Skilled in risk analysis and communication, my leadership and organizational skills have consistently improved safety standards and compliance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Specialist
Georgia Tech Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S)
Atlanta, Georgia
01.2023 - Current
- Performed ergonomic assessments of workstations to identify potential risks associated with repetitive motion injuries.
- Investigated adequacy of ventilation, exhaust equipment or lighting potentially affecting employee health and performance.
- Assessed existing processes for potential health or environmental hazards and proposed solutions for improvement.
- Conducted safety briefings to inform crews of safety hazards.
- Created educational material on a variety of topics related to workplace health and safety standards such as proper lifting technique, chemical handling protocol, electrical hazards awareness training.
- Developed and implemented safety procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Participated in the development of emergency response plans, hazard communication programs, lockout and tagout procedures, confined space entry protocols.
- Provided technical support regarding occupational injury prevention initiatives including ergonomics analysis, job hazard analysis, incident investigation techniques and other relevant topics.
- Monitored employee work areas for unsafe conditions or practices and took appropriate corrective action when necessary.
- Inspected or evaluated workplace environments, equipment or practices to verify compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
- Led frequent safety drills to maintain sharp hazard awareness and emergency response of team members.
- Managed safety and health programs, enforcing compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
- Investigated accidents to determine root cause and develop preventive measures to avoid reoccurrence.
- Facilitated meetings between departmental representatives in order to discuss ways of improving overall safety performance within the organization.
- Analyzed data collected from various sources such as accident investigations, incident reports and inspection results in order to identify trends that may indicate systemic problems within the organization.
- Collaborated with management teams to implement effective strategies for minimizing risk exposure in the workplace.
- Maintained accurate records of all safety-related incidents and investigations in accordance with company policies.
Safety and Training Officer Sr.
City of Atlanta Department of Public Works
05.2018 - 12.2023
- Facilitate safety-related training that enhances the safety and health of employees.
- Conducts a needs assessment to determine the type of safety training needed.
- Performs safety inspections and accident investigations.
- Performs safety analysis, evaluation, and writing reports.
- Facilitates safety committee meetings and toolbox talks.
- Oversee temporary or contract workers as needed.
- Integrated new technologies and e-learning tools to enhance training delivery and engagement.
- Designed and produced instructional materials, such as handouts, manuals, audiovisual aids, and computer tutorials.
- Monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of training programs, making adjustments as necessary.
- Worked successfully with diverse coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Served as a subject matter expert in organizational policies and procedures, ensuring staff are well-informed and compliant.
Cabin Service Agent
Delta Air Lines
Atlanta
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Inspected aircraft components and equipment for cracks, breaks, and leaks.
- Demonstrated safety equipment and procedures to meet FAA guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness of aircraft cabins throughout each flight by collecting garbage from seats and floors after disembarking passengers at arrival gates.
- Kept the cabin neat, clean, and professional in appearance.
- Conducted preflight checks to assess the general condition and cleanliness of the aircraft.
- Performed pre-flight inspections on aircraft cabins, including checking seat belts, armrests, tray tables, and lavatories.
- Attended training in customer service, conflict resolution techniques, and safety procedures to remain current on new requirements and procedures.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Shift Supervisor
CVS Pharmacy
Atlanta
08.2015 - 05.2021
- Handle all customer relations issues according to company policy.
- Promote a positive shopping experience for all CVS customers.
- Collaborated with management to set performance goals and evaluate progress.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored activities and task completion.
- Position skilled staff in key areas throughout the shift to optimize department productivity.
- Assigned tasks to employees, and monitored productivity, performance, and task completion.
- Utilized POS systems efficiently for order processing and inventory management.
- Fostered a team-oriented environment to increase morale and productivity.
- Performed cash-handling duties such as counting money, balancing registers, and preparing bank deposits.
- Developed strategies for improving operational efficiency and customer service levels.
- Assigned tasks to team members based on their strengths and skill sets.
- Conducted regular team meetings to communicate targets, and updates, and gather feedback.
- Planned and managed resources to consistently meet production, quality, and cost goals.
- Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions, and trained new personnel.
Commercial Driver Examiner 1
Georgia State Department of Driver Services (DDS)
09.2016 - 05.2018
- Provide efficient face-to-face customer service experience
- Perform cash transactions including handling cash, daily reconciliation, and processing credit card payments
- Issue motor vehicle reports (MVR)
- Administer road and skills test
- Administer driving knowledge examinations to applicants
- Attend monthly meetings with operational center management
- Reinstatement of suspended driver’s licenses
- Assist customers with driver’s license needs
- Provide answers to questions relating to driver’s licenses
Marketing Officer
Lakim Petroleum Limited
, Nigeria
06.2012 - 06.2015
- Identified, developed and evaluated marketing strategies based on knowledge of company objectives and market trends.
- Recommended policy changes to improve marketing tactics and strategies.
- Developed marketing strategies based on corporate objectives and market trends.
- Collaborated with product development teams to ensure marketing strategies align with product offerings.
- Designed and implemented email marketing campaigns to nurture leads and retain customers.
- Coordinated with sales teams to develop marketing strategies that align with sales objectives.
- Monitored industry trends by attending relevant events or reading publications.
- Worked closely with customers to determine appropriate marketing offerings and strategies for business needs.
- Negotiated with vendors to obtain most cost-effective pricing for product distribution.
- Identified target audiences and developed strategies to reach them through various channels.
- Developed and executed comprehensive marketing plans to increase brand awareness and generate leads.
- Oversaw production of marketing materials, including brochures, flyers, and digital content.
- Collaborated with internal teams to design effective marketing materials such as brochures, flyers, posters.
State Youth Council Chairman
Ministry of Youths and Sports Development
, Nigeria
05.2009 - 05.2012
- Facilitate educational opportunities, training, and developmental programs to enhance youth skills.
- Conduct seminars, orientations, and training programs to sensitize the youth.
- Facilitate reorientation to reduce youth restiveness, and social vices.
- Represented the organization in external engagements, strengthening stakeholder relationships.
- Collaborate with government and relevant agencies, both local and international, to facilitate youth development programs.
- Participate in the preparation of the state budget to accommodate youth development.
- Facilitate behavioral reorientation, mentoring, and coaching programs.
- Cross River State, Nigeria.
- Oversaw strategic planning and direction of the organization, ensuring alignment with mission and vision.
- Promoted the highest standards of corporate governance, and created effective communication between executive members.
Education
Masters’s degree - Organizational Leadership and Emergency Management Leadership
Waldorf University
Iowa02-2025
Bachelor’s degree - occupational safety
Waldorf University
Iowa07.2023
Associate degree - Occupational Safety and Health
Waldorf University
Iowa08.2021
High School Equivalent -
West African Examination Council
Nigeria11.1998
Skills
- Good work ethic
- Team player
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
- Microsoft Office skills
- Risk analysis
- Accident investigations
- Emergency preparedness
- Safety training
- On-site safety inspections
- Ergonomic assessment
- Lost control method
- Data assembly
- Data interpretation
- Report compilation
- OSHA's rules implementation
- Safety policy awareness
- Ergonomics evaluation
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Electrical safety
- Accident investigation
- Fall protection
- Confined space entry
- Operational methods awareness
- Equipment needs awareness
- Departmental expectations awareness
- Audio-visual aids usage
- Communication skills
Certification
- Graduate Safety Professional (GSP), Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP), 08/01/23
Professional Development
- American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP), Conference and Expo, San Antonio, Texas, 06/05/23 - 06/07/23
- National Safety Council (NSC), Safety + Health, Zoom Conference, 05/12/23
- Member- American Association of Safety Professionals (ASSP) 2023
- Advanced Safety Certificate (ASC), National Safety Council (NSC), 07/01/19
- Occupational Safety and Health Professional Certificate, OSHAcademy, 06/01/18
- Americans with Disability Act Guidelines 2010 Certificate: Communication Elements and Features, RedVector Education and Training, 01/01/18
- IS-00700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), 06/01/19
- IS-00100.c: Introduction to Incident Command System, ICS-100, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), 06/01/19
Accomplishments
Recognized for Living Georgia Institute of Technology Values Everyday 💙💛 (L.O.V.E. GT).
"I would like to recognize my safety specialist, Mr. Christopher Lekan. He has nurtured the well-being of our campus community by revamping our bucket truck training and adding a hands-on component. Christopher greatly cares for our facility workers and prioritizes their safety while working around campus. He consistently brings a wonderful attitude and a can-do approach to all tasks. Christopher is always thinking safety when it comes to surveying campus and maintaining the safety for both students and staff." Jamal Taylor - General Safety Manager EH&S
Languages
English
Professional
Affiliations
- Facilitate Campus Safety Fair in collaboration with the Environmental Health and Safety Department at Georgia Institute of Technology in 2023
Timeline
Safety Specialist
Georgia Tech Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S)
01.2023 - Current
Cabin Service Agent
Delta Air Lines
03.2022 - 05.2022
Safety and Training Officer Sr.
City of Atlanta Department of Public Works
05.2018 - 12.2023
Commercial Driver Examiner 1
Georgia State Department of Driver Services (DDS)
09.2016 - 05.2018
Shift Supervisor
CVS Pharmacy
08.2015 - 05.2021
Marketing Officer
Lakim Petroleum Limited
06.2012 - 06.2015
State Youth Council Chairman
Ministry of Youths and Sports Development
05.2009 - 05.2012
- Graduate Safety Professional (GSP), Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP), 08/01/23
Masters’s degree - Organizational Leadership and Emergency Management Leadership
Waldorf University
Bachelor’s degree - occupational safety
Waldorf University
Associate degree - Occupational Safety and Health
Waldorf University
High School Equivalent -
West African Examination Council
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