Lorne Piatt

Safety Professional with extensive experience leading HSSE programs on large-scale industrial and construction projects across Canada. Strong background in safety culture development, incident investigation, regulatory compliance, and team mentorship. Known for proactive leadership, clear communication, and the ability to build trust and engagement across all levels of an organization.

Skilled in managing complex safety programs, coordinating with EPCM teams, and driving continuous improvement in high-risk environments.

Safety Field Advisor - Bantrel / BHP Potash - Jansen, Saskatchewan, Canada

(2023-01 - 2024-12)

• Manage, improve, and provide expertise on safety risk management practices to improve organizational safety outcomes and performance at the Jansen site.
• Foster a culture of care by engaging all-levels of the Jansen site through the application of Field Leadership.
• Monitor compliance with BHPs site safety processes. Where non-compliance is identified, teams support determining the underlying factors and evaluate multiple solutions to ensure a planned and structured approach to solving complex problems.
• Determine the underlying cause of problems and evaluate multiple solutions to ensure a planned and structured approach to solving complex problems.
• Support Jansen site to create an ownership based (leadership/line) safety culture.
• Identify, engage, and manage a range of diverse internal and external stakeholders, including Operational Readiness, Project HSE, Contractor HSE, and Occupational Health and Safety Ministry.
• Identify and assess risks, make risk informed decisions, use BHP's risk management framework, and build a risk aware culture to support safe and productive performance outcomes.
• Define value drivers and determine the boundaries of an opportunity to determine if it is worth further investment.
• Liaise with Project HSE to ensure consistent application of programs across the Jansen site.
• Support incident investigations, ensuring quality outcomes with learning opportunities.
• Support contract owners (or designates) in the application of Integrated Contractor Management to the Jansen site.
• Utilizes company resources to maintain up to date training: Bis-trainer, Bechtel University & BHP Share Point.

Health, Safety, Environmental Manager - Thorpe Industries - Saskatchewan, Canada

(2019-01 - 2023-12)

• Conduct thorough inspections of health, safety and environmental practices for clients spanning construction and logistics industries; develop and implement HS&E programs in accordance with all regulatory bodies and company objectives.
• Liaise with staff, management, and external parties to promote and direct safety culture where and when necessary.
• Maintain ongoing knowledge of OH&S standards and best practices to ensure accuracy of program development.
• Investigate claims, incidents, and related occurrences as well as workforce injuries; implement corrective actions and develop lesson learned presentations.
• Maintain ISNetworld and Avetta web sites.
• Assist with COR designation and auditing.
• Developing and delivering ongoing safety training for staff and management to ensure up-to-date knowledge regarding safety regulations.
• Leading, develop and implement injury prevention activities that include practices and policies, HSE Policies to ensure safety compliance which includes adherence to fire, provincial and federal regulations.
• Provided statistical reports on medical aid, WCB incidents and injuries, lost time injuries, health-related absenteeism, and disability information, recommended corrective actions where necessary.
• Liaised with WCB and insurance providers on all claims; managed appeals; includes the management of disability cases and return to work programs.
• Procurement of Personal Protective Equipment

CEO and HS&E Consultant - Piatt Safety Solutions - Saskatchewan, Canada

(2013-01)

• Design, Implement, and Maintain Health and Safety Programs to ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
• Facility Inspections and Hazard Identification: Regularly inspect facilities and operations to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Risk Assessments and Mitigation Strategies: Perform risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies, and implement safety measures for various hazards.
• Investigate accidents and incidents, determine root cause(s), and develop preventive measures and develop lesson learned presentations. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Oversee compliance with environmental regulations related to waste disposal, pollution prevention, and hazardous materials handling.
• Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, and training sessions to ensure standardization of regulations across all locations.
• Design & lead safety training sessions, including new hire orientations and ongoing programs tailored to specific risks within a diverse workforce.
• Provide oversight to the Joint Health and Safety Committee and collaborate on developing proactive strategies for emerging health, safety, and environmental trends.
• Assist in implementing the Business Continuity Program and act as a liaison with relevant agencies, ensuring timely reporting and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of Safety Regulations: Strong knowledge of safety regulations, advanced MS Office skills, and proficiency in safety management software.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to foster collaboration among management and employees.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with multiple stakeholder groups and a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture - Effective planning and organizational skills.
• Maintain ISNetworld, CanQual, Comply Works and Avetta web sites.
• Assist with COR designation and auditing.
• Provide ongoing training for staff (PME) and management to ensure up-to-date knowledge regarding safety regulations.

Health, Safety, Environmental Manager - Lynco Eagle - Saskatchewan, Canada

(2014-01 - 2015-12)

• Develop and implement practices and policies to ensure safety compliance; include adherence to fire, provincial and federal regulations for personnel and company equipment and buildings.
• Design and trained staff and new hires on safety instruction (e.g., fall protection, WHMIS, Confined Space, PME training, etc.)
• Measured effectiveness of safety programs and documentation in compliance with National Safety Code; includes manuals, policies, and procedures, as well as the company's HSE handbook.
• Led internal team to ensure safety compliance within the organization; includes accident investigations to assist with liability determination and causation and the resolution of claims.
• Monitored usage of supplies; identified inappropriate usage; coordinated the purchase of safety supplies as needed.
• Provided statistical reports on medical aid, WCB incidents and injuries, lost time injuries, health-related absenteeism, and disability information, recommended corrective actions where necessary.
• Liaised with WCB and insurance providers on all claims; managed; includes the management of disability cases and return to work programs.

Senior Safety Lead - EllisDon - Saskatchewan, Canada

(2012-01 - 2014-12)

• Managed site orientations, pre-construction startup meetings and the maintenance of pertinent safety documentation
• Reviewed subtrades health and safety manuals; maintained up-to-date knowledge of safety regulations and codes.
• Developed training programs (e.g., fall protection, WHMIS, Confined Space, PME training etc.) for field-level workers; includes mentorship and coaching where necessary.
• Inspected work sites include hazard assessments, investigations, and orientations.
• Established company-wide schedules; reviewed incident reports; implemented corrective actions accordingly.
• Reviewed SWP and SJP; ensured the correct and accurate use of statistics for the development of safety reports.
• Liaised with OH&S, WCB, physicians and workers; managed return to work program.

Health, Safety, Environmental Manager - Dynamo Electric - Saskatchewan, Canada

(2011-01 - 2012-12)

• Reviewed and maintained ongoing development of health, safety and environmental management systems.
• Maintained current knowledge of safety literature, regulations and codes.
• Provided ongoing training for staff, developed health and safety programs as necessary.
• Monitored field-level documentation and provided company-wide schedules; reviewed incident reports, SWP and SJP; ensured the timely delivery of safety reports.

Health and Safety Advisor / Trainer; Commercial / Industrial Accounts Manager - SCSA - Saskatchewan, Canada

(2006-01 - 2011-12)

• Established and maintained relations with clientele in respect to training needs, onsite inspections, investigations, hazard assessments, toolbox talks and orientations / training program development / classroom Instructor.
• Assisted with job hazard analysis for the development of safe work practices and job procedures.
• Assist with COR designation and auditing.

Fire Extinguisher Tech - Lakeland Emergency Training Centre (2017-01 - 2017-12)

National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) - Saskatchewan Construction Safety (2008-01 - 2008-12)

Occupational, Health, Safety and Environmental Process (OH&S) - University of New Brunswick (2008-01 - 2008-12)

Police Sciences Certificate - Universal Career College (2004-01 - 2004-12)

Class 1A Drivers License - Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Science Technology (1996-01 - 1996-12)

Grade XII - Melfort Unit Comprehensive Collegiate (1992-01 - 1992-12)