Martin McCarthy is a Red Seal electrician with over 25 years of experience in construction, electrical work, and occupational health and safety. He has extensive training and certifications in occupational first aid, safety inspection, hazard identification, and emergency response. Currently he works as a Health and Safety Advisor for Rokstad Power Corporation, where he advises field crews on compliance and implements safety improvements.

1. MARTIN MCCARTHY Phone: 604-799-2741
9995 Dublin Drive, Chilliwack BC V2P 3R1 martinandlianne@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE:
I’m a knowledgeable and punctual individual with up to date knowledge of the Occupational
Health and safety Field. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills complemented by
many years of hands on experience in the construction field with strengths in organization and
ability to work as part of a team. I have training in dealing with onsite health and safety concerns
through ongoing communication with workers and managers. A motivated, hard worker, always
seeking new challenges, and dedicated to meeting and exceeding expectations.
• Red Seal Electrician
•Strengths as a Construction Safety Officer
•Well Developed Decision Making Skills
•Quality Driven, Client Focused
•Strong Analytical Skills
•Superior Time Management Skills
•Organizational Strengths
•Adaptable to challenging situations
•Innovative, diplomatic, and professional
EDUCATION:
Nova Scotia Community College 2014
Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety Halifax, N.S
The British Columbia Industry Training Authority (ITA) 2005
Journeyman Electrician Burnaby, B.C
BCIT 2011
Certified Construction Safety Officer Level I and II Burnaby, B.C
Valley First Aid Training 2014
Occupational First Aid Level III Chilliwack, BC
DGS Canada 2011
Various Small Equipment Training Surrey, B.C
CERTIFICATIONS:
• Red Seal Certified Electrician
• First Aid Level III
• Fire Prevention
• Respiratory and Fit Test Trainer
• Fall Protection
• Personal Protective Equipment in the
Workplace
• Confined Spaces Entry and Rescue
• WHMIS and Hazardous Materials
• Accident Scene Investigation and
Reporting
• Current PAL
• CSTS (Construction Safety Training
Systems)
• PST (Petroleum Safety Training)

2. MARTIN MCCARTHY Phone: 604-799-2741
9995 Dublin Drive, Chilliwack BC V2P 3R1 martinandlianne@gmail.com
• H2S Alive
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Rokstad Power Corporation Present
Health and Safety Advisor (ILM Project) BC
• Advise on day to day HSE compliance among Transmission and Distribution work team members
• Monitor and report performance against HSE budget, training plan, and compliance goals
• Conduct quality assessment of HSE processes and practices and implement improvements
Firstonsite Restorations LP 2015
Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator BC
• Policy review
• Incident Investigation/follow up
• Site Inspections
• Health and Safety mentoring
• Respirator Fit testing
• Conduct monthly employee safety meetings
• Conduct spot checks on Fleet vehicles
• Fire Extinguisher inspections
Flatiron 2014
First Aid Attendant OFA Level III Fraser Valley
• Provide first-aid to tower building crew of the ILM (Interior to Lower Mainland) transmission line
upgrade
Workers Compensation Board of Nova Scotia 2014
NSCC Practicum Halifax N.S
• completed a 5 week practicum while attending Nova Scotia Community College in Halifax
N.S
• attended team meetings within assigned department,
• attended internal and external meetings associated with Nova Scotia’s new Workplace Safety
Strategy,
• external meetings with the provincial Manager for OHS Education and Outreach, Nova Scotia
Dept. Labour and Advanced Education,
• an external workshop on preventing bullying and violence, “In the presence of others: the how
and why of by-standing”, delivered at St. Mary’s University by Dr. Loraleigh Keashly, of Wayne
State University, and

3. MARTIN MCCARTHY Phone: 604-799-2741
9995 Dublin Drive, Chilliwack BC V2P 3R1 martinandlianne@gmail.com
• assisted at three youth and young worker safety presentations: 4th yr. Engineering students,
Dalhousie University; Career Development class, Nova Scotia Youth Centre; and Co‐Op class
at Centre 24‐7.
Glenco Electric 2008
Journeyman Electrician Fraser Valley and Lower Mainland, BC
• Conducts project review and planning. Reviews blueprints and specifications; ensures
drawings and specifications function as designed in environment intended for use.
• Provides material take-offs for electrical facilities equipment requirements.
• Installs system components and wiring in compliance with the national electrical regulations.
• Installs, troubleshoots, repairs and maintains electrical control circuits for motors and control
devices for various electrical devices.
• Proposes changes or modifications to plans to enhance operation and efficiency of systems
plans and specifications.
• Work with inspectors and various authority representatives to ensure the safety and
compliance of projects on a commercial and residential level.
• Ongoing health and safety hazard assessments and compliance with regulations set forth by
the company and industry standards.
Various Electrical Contractors 2004
Journeyman Electrician Fraser Valley and Lower Mainland, BC
• Residential and Commercial service work. Studied plans, drawings, specifications, and work
orders to determine work requirement and sequence of repairs and/or installations.
• Assembled, installed, tested and maintained electrical or electronic wiring, equipment,
appliances, apparatus, and fixtures.
• Inspected electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and
the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Regular completion of hazard assessments of all jobs performed, to assess compliance with
OH&S guidelines and quality standards.
• Responsible for conducting and chairing various Safety Meetings with employees and staff.
• Responsible for follow-up and implementation of various health and safety mechanisms and
equipment to ensure safe work practices and ongoing compliance of regulations. Updating of
brochures and information for staff to access. Responsible for ensuring the completion of
safety records and first aid reports.

4. MARTIN MCCARTHY Phone: 604-799-2741
9995 Dublin Drive, Chilliwack BC V2P 3R1 martinandlianne@gmail.com
• Responsible for mentoring and orientation of new employees and introduction of safety
procedures and hazards on various job sites.
Trade Wind Electrical 2000
Apprentice Electrician Calgary, Alberta
• Commercial new construction and service work.
• Company representative to the site safety committee
• Enforce health and safety issues and concerns related to various work environments
• Conducted worksite inspections, recommending or implementing corrective safety measures
• inspect workplaces to ensure equipment, materials, and production processes do not present
a safety and health hazard
• investigate health and safety related complaints
• enforce health and safety laws and regulations
• review and make decisions regarding situations where a worker has refused to work on the
grounds that danger exists, or the work will cause danger to the worker
• provide advice regarding the development of safe and healthy practices
• inspect workplaces to ensure equipment, materials, and production processes do not present
a safety and health hazard
• investigate health and safety related complaints
• enforce health and safety laws and regulations
• review and make decisions regarding situations where a worker has refused to work on the
grounds that danger exists, or the work will cause danger to the worker
• provide advice regarding the development of safe and healthy practices
Initial Security- Chilliwack Hospital Contract 1993
Security Supervisor/Occupational Health and Safety Committee Team Lead Chilliwack, BC
• Monitored up to 15 security officers to enforce security/safety programs. Ensure security officers
are functioning according to the guidelines, quality standards, and operating objectives of the
company.
• Ensured security officers received adequate resources and material to proficiently carry out
daily duties and ensured safety in the workplace.
• Implemented security/safety improvements that benefit the company’s assets, visitors, tenants
and employees as directed by Director of Corporate Security.
• Developed and maintained positive relations with tenants, contractors, local law
enforcement, community and groups or associations that benefit the company.
• Patrolled industrial and commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and
ensure security of doors, windows, and gates were properly secured.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS:

5. MARTIN MCCARTHY Phone: 604-799-2741
9995 Dublin Drive, Chilliwack BC V2P 3R1 martinandlianne@gmail.com
Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE) Present
The British Columbia Industry Training Authority (ITA) 2005
EXCELLENT REFERENCE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

6. MARTIN MCCARTHY Phone: 604-799-2741
9995 Dublin Drive, Chilliwack BC V2P 3R1 martinandlianne@gmail.com
Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE) Present
The British Columbia Industry Training Authority (ITA) 2005
EXCELLENT REFERENCE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST