Victoria Talamondjila Nampala
Swakopmund, Erongo Region
Summary
Adept Chief Environmental Health Practitioner with a proven track record at MoHSS - Swakopmund District Hospital, enhancing workplace safety and compliance. Excelled in risk assessment, incident reporting, and fostering team collaboration. Achievements include significant reduction in workplace incidents through rigorous SOP development and safety training. Skilled in MS-Excel and demonstrating exceptional emotional intelligence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Environmental Health Practitioner
MoHSS - Swakopmund District Hospital
Swakopmund
07.2016 - Current
- Conduct safety inspections of work areas to identify and eliminate potential hazards.
- Developed and implemented health and safety policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Monitor the implementation of health and safety standards in the workplace.
- Respond quickly to any reported health and safety concerns in the workplace.
- Investigate accidents, injuries, or illnesses to determine causes and preventive measures.
- Provide guidance on hazardous materials handling, storage, disposal, and personal protective equipment.
- Conduct training for employees on fire prevention and protection strategies, and emergency evacuation plans.
- Assessed risk management practices against established standards.
- Ensure that all workers are aware of their responsibilities for health and safety at work.
- Scrutinize thoroughly to identify root causes, and implement corrective measures to prevent reoccurrence.
- Perform regular audits to evaluate compliance with OSHA standards.
- Analyze data from incident investigations to identify trends, or recurring issues.
- Create training materials for employees regarding safe working habits.
- Review existing safety protocols for accuracy and effectiveness.
- Maintain accurate records of all health and safety activities conducted by the organization.
- Participate in the organization's safety committee meetings and health and safety audits.
- Collaborate with contractors on projects involving occupational health and safety risks.
- Conduct safety training or education programs to demonstrate the use of safety equipment.
Environmental Health Practitioner
MoHSS - Swakopmund District Hospital
Swakopmund
04.2010 - 06.2016
- Conducted induction for new employees, and regular meetings with the staff members.
- Carried out risk assessments within the health facilities' settings.
- Investigated complaints from the public regarding environmental health issues.
- Inspected buildings and sites for signs of contamination or structural damage that could lead to health problems.
- Reviewed applications for new developments to identify potential hazards, and advise on preventive measures.
- Advised employees about safe practices when handling pharmaceutical materials, e.g., Flammable substances.
- Prepared reports detailing findings of incidents, e.g., accidents, and near-miss investigations.
- Monitored environmental conditions and reported on any potential hazards or risks.
- Inspected or evaluated workplace environments, equipment, or practices to verify compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
Education
SAMTRAC Certificate
National Occupational Safety Association (NOSA)
South Africa12-2024
First Aid - LSM, Certificate
OSH-Med International
Walvis Bay08-2024
Introduction To SAMTRAC Certificate
National Occupational Safety Association (NOSA)
South Africa07-2024
Occupational Health A Safety- SHE Rep, Certificate
OSH-Med International
Walvis Bay, Namibia05-2024
Bachelor's Degree - Environmental Health
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
South Africa12-2014
Grade 12 -
Nehale Senior Secondary School
Oshikoto Region11-2000
Skills
- MS Word, MS Excel, and PowerPoint
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Emotional intelligence
- Health and safety trainings
- Risk management
- Attention to detail
- Risk Assessment
- SOP Development
- Accident and near-miss investigation
- Site Inspections
- Disaster preparedness
- Problem solving
- Leadership
References
1. Dr. David Tjiyokola, Previous Senior Medical Officer, Swakopmund District Hospital. Cell No. 0814296702
2. Dr. Frieda Iidipo, Acting Senior Medical Officer, Swakopmund District hospital, 064-4106011, Cell No. 0812378013
3. Ms. Anna Jonas, Erongo Health Regional Director, Contact No. 064-4106111, Cell No. 0811220900.
Timeline
Chief Environmental Health Practitioner
MoHSS - Swakopmund District Hospital
07.2016 - Current
Environmental Health Practitioner
MoHSS - Swakopmund District Hospital
04.2010 - 06.2016
Occupational Health A Safety- SHE Rep, Certificate
OSH-Med International
SAMTRAC Certificate
National Occupational Safety Association (NOSA)
First Aid - LSM, Certificate
OSH-Med International
Introduction To SAMTRAC Certificate
National Occupational Safety Association (NOSA)
Bachelor's Degree - Environmental Health
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Grade 12 -
Nehale Senior Secondary School
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