Brian Ferguson Email and Phone Number
As the Vice President of Health and Safety at Walker Industries, I lead the organization's Safety Excellence Culture and the health and safety management systems, with more than 20 years of experience in the field. I hold a Construction Health and Safety Officer (CHSO) certification, a National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO), a Bachelor of Arts in Health Sciences, and a certificate in Criminal Psychology and Behaviour.My core competencies include governance, people and change management, workplace safety, hazard recognition, and construction and industrial safety. I mentor and coach all Walker business units and a team of health and safety professionals and trainers, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and addressing complex questions related to occupational health and safety. I have also collaborated with the Ontario General Contractors Association (OGCA) and Ontario Health to implement and direct the efforts for Rapid COVID testing at EllisDon projects and offices during the pandemic. I am passionate about creating a safe and healthy work environment for everyone at Walker Industries and beyond.
Walker Industries
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Vice President- Health And SafetyWalker Industries Jul 2021 - PresentNorth AmericaResponsible for the organization’s Safety Excellence Culture as well as the health and safety management systems.Leading a team of Health and Safety professionals and trainers, providing mentorship and coaching to all Walker business units, including the Emulsions, Environmental, and Aggregates and Construction Divisions, as well as all corporate offices. Mentoring teams so that they can assist in working up, down, and across the organization to achieve our safety goals.Responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and ensuring the team is prepared to address complex questions related to conducting all work activities in accordance with occupational health and safety mandates. Working with the team to create written programs, policies, and a safety management system that supports those efforts.Providing the leadership, motivation, coaching, influence, and mentorship needed for the entire organization with regard to safety and its critical voice as a value for all of Walker and providing a “Safety Compass” for the company.Member of the DEI Advisory Committee.Skilled in using Alcumus/eCompliance safety software for comprehensive health, safety, and compliance management, including incident reporting, audits, and performance tracking. -
Director- Health, Safety & Environment- Civil DivisionEllisdon Jan 2018 - Jul 2021Mississauga, On- Collaborated with the Executive team to create and implement HSE Goals and Objectives. - Provided HSE Updates at executive level. - Previous Safety Director duties and responsibilities were extended to a leadership role on a National scope, which included HSE leadership to the EllisDon Civil group, EllisDon Industrial/PME, Looby Construction and EllisDon's interest in all joint venture major projects, including Keeyask Hydro Dam, Edmonton LRT, Ottawa LRT and Eglinton LRT. During the COVID pandemic, worked with the OGCA and Ontario Health implementing and directing the efforts for Rapid COVID testing used as screening at EllisDon projects and offices.Skilled in leveraging EHS Insight safety software for comprehensive environmental, health, and safety management, including incident tracking, compliance reporting, and performance analysis. -
Director- Health And Safety- Civil Division (Gta & Looby)Ellisdon Oct 2015 - Jan 2018Ontario, CanadaProvided leadership to the EllisDon Group of Companies for Civil related works. Conduct monthly worksite safety audits and investigate incidents and accidents.Oversee and enforce compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Act Regulations pertaining to company operationsSupervise a team of site Safety Coordinators.Ensure workers are properly trained for their position to prevent workplace incidents. Monitor sites to ensure they are effectively completing and updating the required documents as required under the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations.Develop and analyze safety plans for potential and current projects.Delegate and influence others to follow safety rules and regulations.Skilled in using Intelex safety software for comprehensive health, safety, and compliance management, including incident reporting, audits, and performance tracking. -
Regional Safety DirectorEllisdon Dec 2013 - Oct 2015Civil DivisionProvided leadership for EllisDon Toronto Civil group. Conduct weekly worksite safety inspections/audits and investigate all incidents and accidents.Oversee and enforce compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Act Regulations pertaining to company operationsSupervise a team of site Safety CoordinatorsEnsure workers are properly trained for their position to prevent workplace accidentsMonitor sites to ensure they are effectively completing and updating the required documents as required under the Occupational Health and Safety Act and RegulationsDevelop and analyze safety plans for potential and current projectsDelegate and influence others to follow safety rules and regulations -
Safety CoordinatorEllisdon Jun 2011 - Nov 2013GtaProvided leadership on EllisDon projects across the GTA and Ontario.Including:Weston Tunnel - $13.3 MTTC Union Station - $162 MStrachan Avenue Grade Separation - $260 MDufferin Bridge - $8.4 MFirst Canadian Place Lobby and Podium - Lobby $10 M; Podium $18.3 MAlso responsible for safety orientation, job site inspections and accident/injury reportsOrganized and conducted training programs including but not limited to: WHMIS, Fall Protection, Personal Protection Equipment, CPR/First AidMonitored employees and subcontractors on site to ensure compliance to safety proceduresProactively identified and prevented hazardous situations and took necessary measures to correct themAbility to delegate and influence others to follow safety rules and regulations. -
President/Construction Health And Safety ConsultantFerguson Safety Solutions Mar 2009 - Jun 2011St. Catharines, OnProvided training and safety consulting to a number of construction companies and industrial establishments, concentrating on training and consulting for Glaziers from the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades.
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Safety DirectorWelsh Glassworks And Building Envelope Solutions Inc. Mar 2007 - Mar 2009St. Catharines, OnManaged safety department for Architectural Glass and Metal Mechanic (Glazing) company and their shop and office.
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Architectural Glass And Metal Mechanic (Glazier)- Installer And SupervisorWelsh Glassworks Inc./Building Envelope Solutions Jul 2000 - Mar 2007Niagara/GtaInstall building envelope materials. (glass, metals etc). Supervise and manage crews from 5 to 80 workers on multiple projects. JHSC chair. H&S Representative. WTC worker chair.
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Surveillance Dual SupervisorOlg 2003 - 2005Fort Erie Racetrack Slots -
Surveillance OperatorOlg 2002 - 2003Fort Erie Racetrack Slots -
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K9 Security Officer/Private InvestigatorCantec Security Services Inc 1996 - 2001Niagara Region -
Production Operator (Paper Mill)- Third Machine Hand/Jhsc Worker RepresentativeGallaher Thorold Paper Co. Nov 1997 - May 1999ThoroldResponsible for operating production equipment in the manufacture of paper. Tasks also included making machine adjustments, performing quality checks, recording data, and some basic routine maintenance and safety training.Acted as worker representative as certified member of JHSC.
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Rehabilitation EducatorAnagram Premier Rehabilitation Community 1996 - 1997Niagara-On-The-LakeA private rehabilitation service offering individualized residential, neurobehavioural and cognitive community re-entry for individuals living with the effects of an Acquired Brain Injury and related neurological conditions. * Active rehabilitation * Day treatment * Long-term living * Supported independent living * Respite care * Home services * Life skills training * Personal development * Reintegration and inclusion back into the home, community and vocation * Access to residential living (group homes) * Outreach * Supported independent living apartments * Neuropsychological assessment * Neurobehavioural rehabilitation * Cognitive rehabilitation * Behaviour management * Educational and work placement/support * Physiotherapy * Occupational and recreational therapy * Speech language therapy * Clinical neuropsychological
Brian Ferguson Education Details
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Lakeport High SchoolOntario Academic Courses (Oac) -
Grantham High School9-12
Frequently Asked Questions about Brian Ferguson
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Brian Ferguson works for Walker Industries
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Brian Ferguson's current role is Vice President- Health and Safety @ Walker Industries.
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Brian Ferguson attended Brock University, Niagara College, Lakeport High School, Grantham High School.
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