Jacketta Hurst
Ocean Springs,MS
Summary
Dedicated Fire Watcher with extensive experience at Vigor Marine, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and enhancing public safety awareness. Expert in hazard identification and fire prevention, I proactively reduced fire risks and maintained operational integrity through diligent inspections and effective incident reporting. A reliable resource for fire safety knowledge, I fostered a culture of safety among colleagues.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Watcher
Vigor Marine
Portland, OR
09.2022 - 02.2025
- Helped maintain compliance with OSHA regulations regarding fire safety measures onsite.
- Performed visual inspection of work area and evacuated operations and summoned authorities if hazardous conditions detected.
- Conducted regular inspections of work sites, identifying and addressing potential fire risks proactively.
- Patrolled plant areas and noted and investigated unsafe conditions and practices to eliminate fire hazards.
- Participated in training sessions, staying up-to-date on current firefighting techniques and strategies.
- Instructed employees in fire safety practices and performed tests on fire prevention equipment in explosive or flammable materials processing areas to check functionality.
Fire Watcher
USB
Beaumont, TX
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Performed visual inspection of work area and evacuated operations and summoned authorities if hazardous conditions detected.
- Helped maintain compliance with OSHA regulations regarding fire safety measures onsite.
- Reduced fire risks by promptly reporting incidents and unsafe conditions to the appropriate personnel.
- Maintained accurate records, documenting observations and actions taken during each shift.
- Coordinated with site supervisors to address any identified hazards or concerns quickly and efficiently.
- Conducted regular inspections of work sites, identifying and addressing potential fire risks proactively.
Fire Watcher
Angel Contracting
Newport News, VA
04.2020 - 06.2021
- Helped maintain compliance with OSHA regulations regarding fire safety measures onsite.
- Performed visual inspection of work area and evacuated operations and summoned authorities if hazardous conditions detected.
- Performed daily equipment checks, ensuring that all necessary firefighting tools were readily available when needed.
- Reduced fire risks by promptly reporting incidents and unsafe conditions to the appropriate personnel.
- Maintained accurate records, documenting observations and actions taken during each shift.
- Facilitated smooth operations during hot work activities by providing continuous surveillance of the area throughout the process.
- Examined fire extinguishing and fire protection equipment to verify functionality and reported repairs and replacements needed.
- Coordinated with site supervisors to address any identified hazards or concerns quickly and efficiently.
- Served as a reliable source of knowledge on fire prevention procedures, assisting colleagues whenever necessary.
- Prevented fire-related incidents by consistently adhering to established protocols and guidelines.
Education
Moss Point High School
Moss Point, MS2006
Skills
- Hazard identification
- Fire code compliance
- Public safety awareness
- Fire suppression
- Fire extinguisher use
- Confined space entry
- Fire prevention
- Incident reporting
- Security protocols
- Equipment inspection
Timeline
Fire Watcher
Vigor Marine
09.2022 - 02.2025
Fire Watcher
USB
06.2021 - 07.2022
Fire Watcher
Angel Contracting
04.2020 - 06.2021
Moss Point High School