Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Charity.
Timeline
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Richard D. Graham...

Summary

Experienced construction professional with expertise in finished carpentry, Ruff-carpentry, and drywalling, Complemented by proficiency in millwork finishing and cabinet installation. Demonstrated success as a construction site supervisor, ensuring exemplary quality control and strict adherence to safety protocols as a certified Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) officer. Adept vocational assessor and skilled contractor with a strong foundation in blueprint interpretation.

Work History

Occupational Health and Safety Officer

Cayman Islands Government
04.2017 - Current
  • Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
  • Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
  • Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
  • Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
  • Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
  • Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
  • Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
  • Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
  • Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
  • Devised and monitored safety performance metrics to assess and improve safety performance.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.

Site Supervisor/Site Manager/Site Foreman

Unit Construction, Phoenix Construction.
01.1977 - 02.2017
  • Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
  • Oversaw personnel safety and efforts at work site.
  • Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
  • Delivered reports to construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.
  • Resolved issues among team members to keep employees on task.
  • Implemented best practices and safe operating procedures.
  • Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
  • Worked with personnel and managers to meet strict timelines.
  • Identified and eliminated safety risks through additional training.
  • Liaised with subcontractors regarding work progress.
  • Initiated onsite safety program and properly trained team members to decrease injuries.
  • Resolved issues between employees and customers using company policies.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.

Education

• Certified in Architecture Drafting CAD.

Cayman Institute of Technology
Grand Cayman Islands

Associate of Science - Occupat6ional Health And Safety Management

Alison Empower Yourself Online Courses.
Grand Cayman Islands

Kingston Secondary School 1984 to 1990

Cayman Institute of Technology Cayman Islands 2006

No Degree - • Project Management Level 1/ Auto Cad Level 1

University College of The Cayman Islands 2004
Grand Cayman Islands.
08.2006

No Degree - Construction Technology, Applied Science in Archit

University College of The Cayman Islands 2004 To
06.2006

No Degree - Vocational Training

Kingston Secondary School 1984 To 1990
Kingston Jamaica.
07.1990

No Degree - Early Childhood.

Stony Hill All Age School 1981 To 1984
St. Andrew Jamaica.
09.1984

Skills

  • Program Development
  • Hazard Identification
  • Safety Program Development
  • Accident Investigation
  • Hazardous Waste Management
  • Project Planning
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Recordkeeping

Accomplishments

  • HAZWAPER Health and Safety Professional
  • 10-hour certified safety officer for Construction Industry (OHSA
  • 40-hours Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response. (OSHA).
  • Certified Health and Safety officer for the Cayman Islands.
  • Government, with the labor and Pensions Department
  • Certified First Aid officer.
  • Construction Technology.
  • Applied Science in Architecture Building and Design Technology.
  • Auto cad level 1 and 2. GPA 3.
  • Data analysis and Presentation GPA 2
  • Certified man lifts and forklift operator.
  • The Technical and Career Collage (TCC) Level 3 Assessing Competence. City & Guilds University of London (IIRQ)
  • Accessibility Inspector by International Building Code (IBC).
  • Crime Investigation and Interviewing, Royal Cayman Islands Police Service (RCIPS).

Certification

Alison CPD Certified:

  • OSHA Ladder Safety & Prevention of Injuries.
  • Health & Safety-Fire Safety Training and Planning.
  • OHSAS 18001:2007- Occupational Health n& Safety Management.



Charity.

Faith, Love, and Charity:

Within the sacred bond of Unit, Charity emerges as a radiant beacon, embodying the profound values of Faith and Love ... In the tapestry of our shared commitment ... Charity becomes the golden thread that weaves together the very fabric of our collective purpose ...

Faith, the cornerstone of our brotherhood, fuels our unwavering belief in the transformative power of benevolence. It is the bedrock upon which our shared mission stands—a belief in the inherent goodness of each brother and a conviction that, together, we can illuminate the world with acts of compassion and selflessness ...

Love, the beating heart of our brotherhood, transcends the boundaries of camaraderie, extending outward to encompass the broader community ... It is the unifying force that binds us, fostering an environment where understanding, empathy, and mutual support flourish ... Love within our Unit is not merely a sentiment; it is an active, transformative energy that propels us to make a positive impact on the world around us ...

Charity, the pinnacle of our collective aspirations, is the tangible expression of our Faith and Love in action ... It is the embodiment of our commitment to uplift those in need, to extend a helping hand to the vulnerable, and to be beacons of hope in a world that sometimes yearns for compassion ... As brothers, Charity is our shared responsibility—a sacred duty to contribute to the well-being of others and to leave an indelible mark of kindness on the world ...

Within the hallowed circle of brotherhood, the triumvirate of Faith, Love, and Charity becomes a guiding light, inspiring us to transcend individual aspirations for the greater good ... It is a testament to our shared journey and a reminder that, together, we have the power to sow seeds of positive change and cultivate a legacy of compassion that echoes through the ages ... In Charity, we find not only the fulfillment of our collective mission but also the realization of our highest ideals as brothers bound by a common purpose ...

Timeline

Occupational Health and Safety Officer

Cayman Islands Government
04.2017 - Current

Site Supervisor/Site Manager/Site Foreman

Unit Construction, Phoenix Construction.
01.1977 - 02.2017

• Certified in Architecture Drafting CAD.

Cayman Institute of Technology

Associate of Science - Occupat6ional Health And Safety Management

Alison Empower Yourself Online Courses.

Kingston Secondary School 1984 to 1990

Cayman Institute of Technology Cayman Islands 2006

No Degree - • Project Management Level 1/ Auto Cad Level 1

University College of The Cayman Islands 2004

No Degree - Construction Technology, Applied Science in Archit

University College of The Cayman Islands 2004 To

No Degree - Vocational Training

Kingston Secondary School 1984 To 1990

No Degree - Early Childhood.

Stony Hill All Age School 1981 To 1984
Richard D. Graham...