Akash Purohit Email & Phone Number

Mumbai, Mh, In

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

- Designed and managed Process Safety Management (PSM) systems to identify, evaluate, and control hazards associated with industrial processes. - Leading the Incident Investigations and root cause analyses for Cat 4/5 & HIPO incidents to identify and address underlying safety issues.- Leading electrical safety project for Arc Flash Protection systems across the group- Analyzed outcomes of SAQs, conducted third-party safety audits, and monitored the implementation of CAPAs to ensure regulatory compliance and best practices- Designed and conducted safety leadership workshops (INSPIRE), Process Safety Management sessions (REBOOT), and Behavior-Based Safety Observation training to enhance safety culture across the group- Developed VR-based EHS training programs covering 10 topics, supporting UltraTech and Birla Paints in customizing modules for their operations- Conducted comprehensive LCAs to evaluate environmental impacts of products and processes. - Climate Risk Assessments to identify and mitigate potential climate-related risks to business operations.- Driving the project to integrate ESG into the supply chain, covering over 10,000 suppliers globally, with initial rollout at UltraTech and Grasim- Engaged in developing a circularity framework for group businesses, - Spearheading digital EHS initiatives across Aditya Birla Group companies- Conducted in-depth data analysis of group Co’s. (business wise, unit wise etc) linking them to management and engineering failures to provide actionable insights for senior leadership; redefined Life Saving Rules and formed task forces for safety improvement- Introduced GenAI Chatbot to automate BRSR reporting, conduct task like document comparison, notification wrt updates pertaining EHS & ESG compliances/standards etc- Leading the implementation of robust machine guarding systems thru’ digital interventions & interlocks.

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Oversaw the implementation of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and Sustainability programs across plants and offices.Contributed to the development of EHS policies, guidelines, and strategy for the corporate group.Ensured the effective implementation of EHS and Sustainability actions in accordance with corporate directives.Developed corporate EHS policies, procedures, manuals, and related documentation.Coordinated Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) guidelines and managed data analytics related to sustainability efforts.Ensured compliance with Integrated Management Systems (IMS) requirements and EHS standards in coordination with internal teams.Managed the execution of capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects, including safety interlocks, fire fighting systems, electrical safety, and IT infrastructure.Conducted Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA), implemented machine safety controls (such as Lockout/Tagout), investigated incidents, and ensured compliance with safety permits and personal protective equipment (PPE) standards.Planned and conducted internal and external EHS audits, developed mitigation plans, and ensured best practices across various sites.Implemented hazardous waste management systems, including waste segregation and recycling, and installed waste composting machinery.Conducted HIRA, incident investigations, mock drills, and safety training sessions, including Kaizen initiatives to promote safety.Liaised with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with state-specific No Objection Certificates (NoCs) and other regulatory requirements.Managed EHS-related MIS, EHS management reviews, meeting minutes, and vendor relations.Developed and delivered EHS training for employees across India on various topics such as Behavior-Based Safety, Road Safety, Emergency Response, and Fire Fighting.Created safety alerts, safety-related creative content, and led EHS sessions for senior leadership.

Gurugram, Haryana, India

1. Lead EHS & Sustainability at GKN Drivelines, India. Represented India at Japan, Asia & Korea cluster committee2. Implemented Sustainability strategies as per Group’s Global Directives3. Designed initiatives & achieved energy reduction targets. Also, lead solar power /renewable energy installation projects across India4. Championed the Supply Chain Sustainability initiative under requirements by Maruti Suzuki India P Ltd5. Implemented water management system & made all plants Zero Water Discharge. Also, implemented Rain Water Harvesting & Rain Water Recharge Pits, for achieving the Water Positivity6. Lead Project Safety for green field project at Gujrat. Achieved successful commissioning with 0 (zero) LTI & Fatality7. Reduction of risk score by 35% (approx.); Zero Fatality & LTI achieved for 2 years across all India locations8. Introduced ‘Meri Machine, Mera Parivar’ concept for – i) Employee & Contractor worker engagement ii) Mechanical Integrity & Quality Assurance iii) Standardization of SOPs & Competency Building9. Led the initiative of Contractor Safety Management & Implemented Avetta’s Global Initiative 10. Upgradation of Fire Fighting System – Fire Doors, Sprinklers, Hydrants, detectors etc.11. Upgradation of HSD system & ensured all safety measures are incorporated including the pipeline system12. Lead project of designing machine safety engineering controls13. Coordinating with statutory bodies of various states for NoCs & other statutory compliances

Strategizing Actions to implement Safety Leading Indicators to reduce the incidentsPlanning, Allocating Resources & Ensuring the execution of Safety ProjectsHeading the planning & execution of Safety Projects (INR 200 MILLIONS) – Total Safe Sites – 1. Tower/Pole Strengthening2. Tower/Pole Maintenance3. Roof Edges Protection4. Ensuring the condition of Boundary Walls & Boundary Gates5. Moving the PIU out of shelter/removal of PIUsBudget Allocation & MonitoringInfluence & advice the management on the ESH issues & ensure proper closure of the raised concernsConduct site inspections to identify hazards & pro-active closure of the sameDeveloping Capabilities from Senior Management to Operatives in terms of Safety Reporting, Safety Culture Building & Safety SustainabilityEnsuring the ‘Emotional Connect’ for Safety through ‘Family Connect’ program acrossCreating awareness to the employees & their families on ESH ConcernsConducting HIRA & ensuring the implementation of the mitigation planImplementation of Behavioural Based SafetyContractor Safety Management & DevelopmentDriving Fire Mitigation Program in the circleDevising & Developing key Safety Standards & Requirements as per the site/locational requirement.Train employees on ESH procedures, protocols, guidelines and obligations across circle as per circle ESH training calendarImplementation of the TQM Culture

Mumbai Area, India

Corporate EHS - Ensuring Implementation of EHS requirements from the project stage. Devising & Developing key Safety Standards & Requirements as per the site/locational requirements Developing Capabilities from Senior Management to Operatives in terms of Safety Reporting, Culture Building & Sustainability Driving & Monitoring implementation of Safety Requirements in all the locations Cross – Locational Audits & efficiency mapping – Bridging the gaps in close association with the Senior Management & Middle Management Activating, Participating & Managing Cross Locational Safety Committees Implementation of Behavioural Based Safety Contractor Safety Management Implementation of DuPont Safety Systems like Safety Observation System, Safety Action Meeting, Incident Investigations, Safety Committees Implementing & Auditing the ISO systems at warehouses Implementation & Auditing of OHSAS system Implementation of Lock Out Tag Out System Development of Emergency Management Plans & conducting trainings & Mock Drills Coordination with Local (concerned City) emergency services departments & aligning for emergency aids Comprehensive Fire Prevention inspections of all the installations regularly, identifying the gaps and implement recommendations to improve Fire safety Implementation of PPEs Driving Safety Initiatives for employees especially working in the After-Sales Services Motivating employees by engaging them in Safety Promotional Activities & RewardsBusiness Planning & Process Management Manpower Planning & payment governance System Improvement for improvised delivery of Spare Parts New warehouse strategist & planning Machinery/Equipment purchase Dealing in scrap & inventory management Procurement of new warehouses based on financial statistics, geographical viability & key partnering parameter

Jamshedpur

1. Associated in Implementing EHS standards2. Group Risk Assessment & development of SOP & Tool Box Talk3. Part of Group Safety Audit team4. Associated in Safety Planning & Implemntation in Plant Expansion Projects5. Conducting Safety Training Sessions

Post Graduate Diploma In Environment Law & Policy, Sustainability Studies

Bachelor Of Engineering (B.E.), Fire Technology & Safety Engineering

12Th & 10Th, Physics, Chemistry And Maths

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