Nelson Baro Email & Phone Number

Whitby, On, Ca

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our organization's workforce. My responsibilities encompass a wide range of strategic and operational initiatives aimed at mitigating risks and fostering a culture of safety excellence. From participating in the development of strategic safety objectives to facilitating the creation of safety business plans with executives, I am deeply involved in shaping the direction of our safety initiatives. I oversee the implementation and… Show more Play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our organization's workforce. My responsibilities encompass a wide range of strategic and operational initiatives aimed at mitigating risks and fostering a culture of safety excellence. From participating in the development of strategic safety objectives to facilitating the creation of safety business plans with executives, I am deeply involved in shaping the direction of our safety initiatives. I oversee the implementation and monitoring of safety procedures and risk mitigation programs, supporting both internal and external audits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices. Providing strategic safety advice to executives and line managers, I address a variety of hazards including work at heights, confined space safety, electrical safety, and mental health. Additionally, I collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop sustainable risk reduction initiatives, leveraging partnerships with Human Resources, Organizational Development, and Procurement. Leading projects within the Safety & Well-being team, I effectively manage resources and provide technical leadership to direct reports across Canada, ensuring the successful execution of our safety objectives. Show less

North York, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Canada Area

Spearheaded the development, maintenance, implementation, monitoring, and enhancement of environmental management systems and programs, encompassing vital areas such as Spill Management, Contaminated Lands, Biodiversity, Certificates of Approvals, and Emission Management.Conducted comprehensive assessments and audits across various locations in Canada and the United States to evaluate company processes and programs, ensuring alignment with environmental and safety standards… Show more Spearheaded the development, maintenance, implementation, monitoring, and enhancement of environmental management systems and programs, encompassing vital areas such as Spill Management, Contaminated Lands, Biodiversity, Certificates of Approvals, and Emission Management.Conducted comprehensive assessments and audits across various locations in Canada and the United States to evaluate company processes and programs, ensuring alignment with environmental and safety standards. Additionally, provided invaluable guidance and oversight to ensure strict compliance with all applicable Amazon Environmental and Safety Policies.An integral part of my role involved auditing record-keeping practices and entries in the Global Safety and Environmental Database (Gensuite), meticulously aligning them with global environmental and safety standards as well as local regulations.Took proactive measures to ensure that site leadership was well-trained and knowledgeable about their responsibilities under each policy. This included auditing the quality, delivery, and effectiveness of all required environmental and safety training sessions.Furthermore, conducted frequent site safety audits and environmental record inventories to promptly identify any instances of non-compliance with equipment or processes, ensuring swift corrective action where necessary. Show less

Clarington, Ontario

Monitored all Hazardous Materials used within the province of Ontario by OPG. Lead the OPG HAZMAT program where chemicals used for projects, tests and plant performance were analyzed, approved and assessed followed by being added to the data in Asset Suite 7, under the WHMIS criteria, while following all the regulations established by The Government of Ontario. Review and recommend changes to ensure that safe work practices are employed to minimize hazardous exposures. Analyzed and revised work… Show more Monitored all Hazardous Materials used within the province of Ontario by OPG. Lead the OPG HAZMAT program where chemicals used for projects, tests and plant performance were analyzed, approved and assessed followed by being added to the data in Asset Suite 7, under the WHMIS criteria, while following all the regulations established by The Government of Ontario. Review and recommend changes to ensure that safe work practices are employed to minimize hazardous exposures. Analyzed and revised work environment for every department at Darlington to ensure work areas inside the nuclear plant meet OPG, The Government of Ontario and CNSC's standards. Created HIS (Hazardous Information Sheets) for OPG facilities’ workers to guarantee safety at all times. Performed filed inspections in the nuclear facility to assure all safety procedures were done according to OPG and CNSC (Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission) criteria. Show less

Whitby, On

Monitored hazardous materials. Analyzed, approved and assessed all chemicals handled by OPG facilities, especially for the nuclear side such as refurbishment, outage of different units at different times and nuclear plant performance. Provided support and coaching to clients. Provided solutions to all employees and clients’ problems that would arise. Led the 2016 OPG Health & Safety meeting on environmental radiation (Report and Presentation available on OPG website).

Vaughan, On

Convert concepts in the Spanish and French languages to equivalent concepts in English. Compile information, such as technical terms used in legal and medical settings, into glossaries and terminology databases to be used in translations. Speak, read, and write fluently in Spanish, English and French. Relay the style and tone of the original language as well as manage work schedules to meet deadlines.

Ajax, Ontario, Canada

As a tutor I’ve been able to share the knowledge I have in the subjects taught. I communicate information to suit the individual learning styles of the student. I’m able to approach the student in the best way possible so the subject in hand becomes easier and more understandable for students to learn.

Ajax, Ontario, Oshawa

Worked with students to improve their skills in human Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry. Prepared lessons, assigned and corrected homework. Prepared and corrected tests as well as evaluated students'​ progress and discuss the results with students. Identified students' individual learning needs and prepared invoices and receipts for students and/or parents.

Oshawa, On

Collaborated in the design and development of software (utilizing C++ and C#) for a sophisticated deuterium detection system, contributing to its functionality and efficiency. Employed mechanical tests, laser technology, and radiation calculations to assess and forecast the requisite shielding for testing procedures, ensuring optimal safety measures were in place. Executed decommissioning and maintenance tasks for radiation devices within the laboratory environment, enhancing overall safety… Show more Collaborated in the design and development of software (utilizing C++ and C#) for a sophisticated deuterium detection system, contributing to its functionality and efficiency. Employed mechanical tests, laser technology, and radiation calculations to assess and forecast the requisite shielding for testing procedures, ensuring optimal safety measures were in place. Executed decommissioning and maintenance tasks for radiation devices within the laboratory environment, enhancing overall safety protocols and performance standards. Show less

Ottawa, Canada Area

Enhanced the performance of gamma detectors through meticulous calibration, enabling accurate field measurements. Conducted thorough analysis of samples with potential hazards to personnel, ensuring timely identification and mitigation of risks. Maintained meticulous inventory records of radioisotopes and diligently assessed button sources for optimal safety protocols.

Ajax, Ontario, Canada

Performed chemical management as well as supported activities for multiple supervisors. Extensive analysis of pesticides and chemicals were done to guarantee accuracy and control.

Education record

Bachelor'S Degree, (Honour) Health Physics And Radiation Science

Activities and Societies: North American Young Generation in Nuclear Durham Chapter, UOIT Canadian Association of Health Physicists, UOIT.

Doctor Of Medicine - Md, Medicine

Activities and Societies: Student Body President University body president

Occupational Health And Safety Leadership

Gained expertise in leading OHS planning and management, navigating government regulations, and implementing project management.

Education record

Education record