Abdinasir Abdi
Confined Space Monitor / Safety Attendant
About
Highly skilled and safety-focused Confined Space Monitor with over 9 years of experience supporting industrial, oil & gas, construction, manufacturing, shutdown, and maintenance operations. Proven expertise in confined space entry monitoring, atmospheric testing, hazard identification, worker accountability, emergency response coordination, and regulatory compliance. Strong background working in high-risk environments while maintaining zero-incident performance and ensuring full adherence to OSHA, OH&S, and site-specific safety procedures.
Recognized for leadership, communication, reliability, and ability to maintain calm and decisive action during critical operations.
Experience
Confined Space Monitor / Safety Attendant - Canoco Energy Services - Fort McMurray AB
(2021-01 - 2026-12)
Monitored confined space entries for large-scale industrial and shutdown operations across oil & gas facilities.
- Conducted atmospheric testing using multi-gas detectors to ensure safe oxygen, combustible gas, and toxic vapor levels.
- Maintained accurate worker entry/exit logs and ensured compliance with all entry permit requirements.
- Coordinated directly with rescue teams, supervisors, and safety personnel during high-risk operations.
- Performed continuous hazard assessments and immediately addressed unsafe conditions to prevent incidents.
- Achieved a zero lost-time incident record over multiple major projects and shutdowns.
Confined Space Watch / Safety Attendant - Safety Boss - Fort McMurray AB
(2018-01 - 2020-12)
Provided confined space monitoring support during maintenance, turnaround, and construction projects.
- Ensured all workers entering confined spaces followed PPE, ventilation, and communication procedures.
- Operated gas monitoring equipment and documented readings according to site safety standards.
- Supported emergency preparedness drills and participated in site-wide safety meetings.
- Worked effectively under pressure in hazardous industrial environments while maintaining strong safety standards.
Confined Space Watch / Safety Attendant - Young Energy Serve Inc. - Fort McMurray AB
(2016-01 - 2018-12)
- Communicated hazards and site updates to supervisors and crews in real time.
- Maintained compliance with occupational health and safety procedures and company regulations.
- Assisted with lockout/tagout verification and permit documentation.
Education
High School Diploma
Industrial Safety & Occupational Health
