Jhamel Vivas Anciano lives in Barangay Bancaan Naic, Cavite Philippines 4110. He is 43 years old, with a family of three grade school children, and completed his studies in the Stationary Marine Technology course. He is currently a construction safety officer at his company on a project basis.

Jhamel Vivas Anciano was involved in generating 9 million safe man hours in a large company and had 2 million safe man hours awards of Merit without lost time injury. A few of his achievements: 1. Developed and implemented a new safety management system 2. Improved safety protocols especially to prevent any type of accident 3. Improve safety training to be more understanding and effective 4. Conducted regular safety audits and inspections, identifying potential hazards, and recommending corrective actions 5. Ensured compliance with relevant safety regulations and standards 6. Developed and delivered safety training programmes for employees and for improving safety awareness and knowledge 7. Site safety orientation for new workers to ensure they understood and adhered to safety requirements 8. Reduced workplace injuries by a specific percentage through improved safety practices, leading to cost savings and employee well-being 9. Promoted a strong safety culture by encouraging employee participation in safety initiatives and celebrating safety successes 10. Successfully led a safety committee, collaborating with various departments to improve safety performance

Some of the safety policies and procedures supported by Jhamel Vivas Anciano: 1. Establishing Safe Work Procedures: Procedures detail how to perform tasks safely, including specific steps for handling equipment, chemicals, or other potential hazards. 2. Hazard Identification and Control: - Conducted routine inspections to identify and correct unsafe conditions and acts. - Thoroughly investigated all incidents, including near misses, to identify root causes and implement preventative measures. 3. Training and Education: - Provided comprehensive safety training to all employees, covering topics like emergency procedures, safe lifting techniques, and hazardous materials handling. - Established clear emergency response plans, including evacuation routes, assembly points, and communication protocols. 4. Promoting a Safety Culture: - Involved employees in safety initiatives by forming safety committees, encouraging open communication, and providing opportunities for feedback. 5. Addressing Ergonomics: - Implemented measures to prevent musculoskeletal disorders by ensuring proper workstation design, equipment, and training. - Ensured that employees have access to and properly use appropriate PPE, such as safety glasses, gloves, ear plug, safety shoes, and hard hats.

Being genuine and consistent in actions builds trust, making it easier to influence others. Jhamel Vivas Anciano believes demonstrating understanding and considering others' perspectives fosters stronger relationships and trust. He also believes to understand the concerns of subcontractors and clearly communicate the benefits and initiatives, while influencing skills can gain access to necessary resources such as sustainability to successfully implement the safety initiatives, and effective communication can advocate for the initiative within any department's. He also added that through a general toolbox meeting or staff meeting, the needs of the workers are expressed and immediately discussed on how to resolve them. There are safety signages displayed everywhere on the jobsite so that workers can read and comply with their contents. Workers are also given the right to refuse to perform dangerous or unsafe activities if they do not have the proper permits for these tasks. They are also given the right to report any hazards which could cause accidents to workers.

Jhamel Vivas Anciano believes many initiatives go beyond just meeting legal requirements and aim for continuous improvement in safety and health practices such as: Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment: These programmes often involve systematic identification of hazards and thorough risk assessments to proactively address potential dangers. Training and Education: - Providing comprehensive and ongoing safety training, including emergency procedures and proper use of equipment, is crucial. Safety Culture: - Fostering a positive safety culture where employees feel empowered to report hazards and are actively involved in safety decisions is vital. - Recognising and rewarding positive safety behaviours can reinforce desired practices and encourage continuous improvement. Others: - Many initiatives extend beyond workplace safety to include health promotion programmes that address employee well-being, such as wellness programmes and stress management initiatives. By investing in safety and health, organisations can achieve long-term benefits, including reduced accidents, lower costs, and improved productivity. - Promoting a safety committee that can involve employees from different departments to provide input on safety practices and promote.

As safety influencer himself, Jhamel Vivas Anciano can clearly and concisely convey safety information, promoting understanding and compliance. Inspiring and motivating others to prioritise safety by leading by example and fostering a positive safety culture. He actively identify hazards, implement safety measures, and encourage others to do the same. He has a positive impact on the safety behaviours of others by promoting safe practices and a strong safety culture. He genuinely cares about safety and motivated to improve it for the benefit of others. Staying updated on safety best practices and actively seeking opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills, he assures thorough explaination of the safety protocols, EHS procedures, and guidelines to new workers during site safety orientation. He also conducts EHS committee meetings monthly or as needed to provide adequate information regarding the implementation of safety policies and trainings. He created a suggestion box to encourage workers to freely express their thoughts for additional importance of each safety and regularly conduct safety inspections and identify potential hazards, to ensure all workers work free from accident.