Charles Odega
Safety Engineering Professional @3M
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WORK HISTORY
Safety Engineering Professional @3M
ON, CA
Impactful use of technical skills and knowledge for hazard identification, reduction and risk management in the workplace. Support technical groups to manage change process, implement risk reduction initiatives, maintain compliance and create a safe work environment for all employees. Collaboration with a group of Environmental Health & Safety professionals on site along with other EHS professionals across the 3M Canada manufacturing sites.Assist in maintaining compliance to the Occupation Health and Safety Act and applicable regulations for industry in OntarioProvide subject matter expertise in various technical fields of work such as: Fire Code, Confined Space Entry, Elevated Work, Electrical Safety, Ventilation, Pressure Vessels and Piping, Ontario Regulation for Pre-Start Health and Safety Reviews.Engineering functions within the EHS department including: machine guarding, safety circuit, fire prevention, process hazard management (risk management for flammable liquid and combustible dust processes), facilitate process hazard analysis (PHA), risk assessments and support for capital projects relating to EHS.
EDUCATION
Enugu State University of Science and Technology
B.Eng., Chemical Engineering
IIMT Studies - International Institute of Management and Technical Studies
Master's degree, Safety Engineering
University of South Wales
Master's degree, Public Health
SKILLS
ABOUT CHARLES ODEGA
A safety engineering professional with over 15 years of experience in workplace safety, compliance, and risk management, currently contributing to 3M’s Environmental Health & Safety team. Expertise in hazard identification, fire safety, confined space entry, electrical safety, and ventilation systems. Collaborates with technical teams to implement risk reduction initiatives, manage change processes, and ensure compliance with Ontario\'s Occupational Health and Safety Act, creating safer environments for employees across multiple manufacturing sites. Previously, supported offshore and onshore projects at Shell Nigeria by spearheading HAZID studies, ALARP reviews, and safety case implementations to maintain operational integrity and safeguard critical equipment. Recognized for fostering a strong safety culture through effective communication, incident investigation, and emergency response planning. Motivated to advance safety-first practices that empower teams and enhance operational performance in high-risk environments.
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