Safety officer

[Part oF iT]

That depends on what you're looking at..

 

Basically, for SCDF Fire Fighters (you were once a NSF Fire Fighter) requires to go through BFFC (Basic Fire Fighter Course, during my time it's this name but I think they renamed it to FSR..) which I believe you've gone through to qualify as a NSF Fire Fighter. Unfortunately, you did not sign on as a regular during your duration with SCDF.. you may need to check with SCDF on directions..

 

Source: http://www.scdf247.sg/fire_rescue_specialist.php

 

 

If you're looking into "private" practice.. there are a few "private" practice for fire fighting.. you can try contacting them for directions..

 

1. Airport fire service (I don't know what is their actual name) AES Fire Safety & Standards Unit (FSSU): 6541 2535

 

2. ERT (Emergency Response Team) for petrolchem companies? Some bros in petrolchem might wanna advise on this..

 

3. Shipyards - most of the shipyard safety personnels in my class are ex-SCDF Fire Fighters..

 

 

Fire safety and EHS/SHE/HSE/OHS/WSH "safety" are 2 different things.. although usually performed by the same department (because they both cross reference to each other) and/or same personnel.

 

 

For occupational safety, there's currently a few main industries..

 

I'll take a wild guess you have no GCE 'O' levels (as you mentioned low education) and suggest that you go for WPLN ( http://wsq.wda.gov.sg/GenericSkills/CES/WPLN/ ) which you can take the computerised test at Redhill.

 

Once you get the pre-req for Certificate in WSH, take the cert and start moving forward from there.. there's tons of WSH courses (e.g. Risk Management course, WSH Management course, BCSS, BISH, etc etc) to be taken so get ready to spend quite abit on education..

 

 

Long post again.. xD

 

thanx bro for ur advice.. im now waiting for the basic cert in WSH in ngee ann.. then will look for a job,then slowly upgrade myself.. willing to take diff type of WSH courses..

[welly]

thanx bro for ur advice.. im now waiting for the basic cert in WSH in ngee ann.. then will look for a job,then slowly upgrade myself.. willing to take diff type of WSH courses..

 

go 4 it!!!dun give up

[sICkbOi-dOt-cOm]

Last 2 years, I was strongly recommended by my officer to work at PSA for some safety position. But I turned it down coz just ORD and wanted to have fun. Now, regretting

[Part oF iT]

Last 2 years, I was strongly recommended by my officer to work at PSA for some safety position. But I turned it down coz just ORD and wanted to have fun. Now, regretting

 

if i were u,i will just take it cos pple say after ns is where hell start.. dont regret bro.. never giv up.. never too late or too old for anything.. if we still can afford to learn,go ahead.. dont waste it.. i too regret didnt study hard during school time..

[jamesdcfi]

thanks welly, i really appreciate your kindness and help in my quest to be a RSO in MOM.

[Sex Kid]

thanx bro for ur advice.. im now waiting for the basic cert in WSH in ngee ann.. then will look for a job,then slowly upgrade myself.. willing to take diff type of WSH courses..

 

There are 4 places that conduct Certificate in WSH, why wait for only Ngee Ann?

 

You can try NTUC Learninghub, BCA, NP or SP.

 

Infact, NTUC has full time which takes about 2 weeks. Part time is about 1 and a half months.

 

Cheers

Sex Kid

[welly]

To all who aspires to be Safety Sup/Coordinator/WSHO,

 

go n take up courses if u wana know more.

[chris.thng]

Hi All,

Happen to chance upon this useful thread.

 

Im a late 20s in the logistics/material industry also relating to projects, warehousing & gov-linked contracts but sadly Im not in a Safety position. Over the duration, I find my passion towards safety from my much participation in EHS etc though Im not in the official committee. My qualifications are only Informatics diploma and Logistics SCM Degree.

 

How can i enter a safety career apart from the certs? I think i will have problem since i'll be considered 0 yrs experience. But im sincerely interested and dont even mind harsh outdoor activities because physical hardships do not deter me. Mundane activities are chores to me instead.

 

Thanks & Regards,

Chris

[Suede]

That depends on what you're looking at..

 

Basically, for SCDF Fire Fighters (you were once a NSF Fire Fighter) requires to go through BFFC (Basic Fire Fighter Course, during my time it's this name but I think they renamed it to FSR..) which I believe you've gone through to qualify as a NSF Fire Fighter. Unfortunately, you did not sign on as a regular during your duration with SCDF.. you may need to check with SCDF on directions..

 

Source: http://www.scdf247.sg/fire_rescue_specialist.php

 

 

If you're looking into "private" practice.. there are a few "private" practice for fire fighting.. you can try contacting them for directions..

 

1. Airport fire service (I don't know what is their actual name) AES Fire Safety & Standards Unit (FSSU): 6541 2535

 

2. ERT (Emergency Response Team) for petrolchem companies? Some bros in petrolchem might wanna advise on this..

 

3. Shipyards - most of the shipyard safety personnels in my class are ex-SCDF Fire Fighters..

 

 

Fire safety and EHS/SHE/HSE/OHS/WSH "safety" are 2 different things.. although usually performed by the same department (because they both cross reference to each other) and/or same personnel.

 

 

For occupational safety, there's currently a few main industries..

 

I'll take a wild guess you have no GCE 'O' levels (as you mentioned low education) and suggest that you go for WPLN ( http://wsq.wda.gov.sg/GenericSkills/CES/WPLN/ ) which you can take the computerised test at Redhill.

 

Once you get the pre-req for Certificate in WSH, take the cert and start moving forward from there.. there's tons of WSH courses (e.g. Risk Management course, WSH Management course, BCSS, BISH, etc etc) to be taken so get ready to spend quite abit on education..

 

 

Long post again.. xD

 

Like to highlight that it is not airport fire service. It is called Airport Emergency Service. i am presently working there as an airport emergency officer.

Here is the link what is airport emergency all about ----- > http://www.changiairportgroup.com/cag/html/our-services/airport-emergency-services/

Edited October 7, 2009 by Suede

[Suede]

lol.. joining regular fireman is what ive been thinking cos i love anything regarding fire,fire safety.. but then a fren of mine told me instead joining scdf as a fireman,he told me to take up a fire safety course n told me to be a fire safety personal.. but the problem is,i do not know where to start..

 

Check this course out bro --------- > https://www-app.tp.edu.sg/sscripts/cis/tpoas/csedet.asp?from=sch&code=B53

 

Diploma in Security and Fire Safety Management. I am presently taking that course now at temasek polytechnic. Take not it is a part time course.

[MS-13]

wah dis thread suddenly bcome active...

aniwae hie to all who noe me...

juz pass ma bridging course last wk...yippieee!!!!!

gonna start ma Specialist Diploma in WsH on 9th november,intake 20...

at laz the stress on bridging is over..n 1 more stress coming up...hayoi....

ANIWAE FOR ALL THOSE INTERESTED IN DIS LINE.. PLZ READ BCK TO THE PREVIOUS PAGE...COZ EVERY TIME A NEW GUY CAME TO THIS THREAD WILL ASK ALL THE SAME QUESTION...TO ANSWER YA RELEVANT QUESTION PLZ READ THROUGH ALL E PREVIOUS PAGES...

[letonz]

hi all safety personnel

 

 

i am still green in the safety industry,it seem like most tof the post is abt certification. would someone give me a general idea what is yr daily work routine in yr industry.

Edited October 25, 2009 by letonz

[welly]

wah dis thread suddenly bcome active...

aniwae hie to all who noe me...

juz pass ma bridging course last wk...yippieee!!!!!

gonna start ma Specialist Diploma in WsH on 9th november,intake 20...

at laz the stress on bridging is over..n 1 more stress coming up...hayoi....

ANIWAE FOR ALL THOSE INTERESTED IN DIS LINE.. PLZ READ BCK TO THE PREVIOUS PAGE...COZ EVERY TIME A NEW GUY CAME TO THIS THREAD WILL ASK ALL THE SAME QUESTION...TO ANSWER YA RELEVANT QUESTION PLZ READ THROUGH ALL E PREVIOUS PAGES...

 

 

wow dats fast...intake 20..seems like only yesterday i was in the pilot run of the spec dip...gd luck bro MS-13...n to all aspiring safety pros, read up the previous pages to know more.its kinda tiring having 2 type long messages

[Haizi]

thanx bro for ur advice.. im now waiting for the basic cert in WSH in ngee ann.. then will look for a job,then slowly upgrade myself.. willing to take diff type of WSH courses..

 

y dun u take bcss then go bca for acwsh rather u wait for the course in ngee ann.

[zhenyu0806]

Hi all

 

Chance upon this interesting thread. I am a WSHO/FSM in petrolchem industry.

 

I saw queries on how to enter the safety industry withouy referral....For people with no safety exp but has technical background, and want to enter the safety field, the easiet way is to go into the marine industry. That is how I got into the safety line. They would appint you as safety officer/engr even if you are a fresh dip grad.

 

Pros: It is an excellent training ground to learn the safety fundamentals. You can gain experience on hotwork, heavy lifting, confined space entry, working at height faster than other industry. Starting pay in low but bonus is great (4-7 mths) for major shipyards.

 

Cons: Prepare to work long hours as safety officers are required to conduct daily coordination meeting on saturday and sundays.

Can be physically demanding when you need to climb up and down the cargo tanks which are 5-6 storeys high and some with only vertical ladders.

You would be appointed as hotwork assessors, meaning you would be liable for any hotwork that catches fire. Remember the Keppel Shipyard explosion?

 

Best way to learn safety is in a hazardous environment. No pain, no gain. Work for a few years, get registered as a WSHO and move on to better industry.

 

Cheers!

[MS-13]

wow dats fast...intake 20..seems like only yesterday i was in the pilot run of the spec dip...gd luck bro MS-13...n to all aspiring safety pros, read up the previous pages to know more.its kinda tiring having 2 type long messages

 

 

tanxs bro...cant wait for e course to start...khekhekhe....but still long way to go...

[RSO]

WPLN clear already???

[Sex Kid]

wah dis thread suddenly bcome active...

aniwae hie to all who noe me...

juz pass ma bridging course last wk...yippieee!!!!!

gonna start ma Specialist Diploma in WsH on 9th november,intake 20...

at laz the stress on bridging is over..n 1 more stress coming up...hayoi....

ANIWAE FOR ALL THOSE INTERESTED IN DIS LINE.. PLZ READ BCK TO THE PREVIOUS PAGE...COZ EVERY TIME A NEW GUY CAME TO THIS THREAD WILL ASK ALL THE SAME QUESTION...TO ANSWER YA RELEVANT QUESTION PLZ READ THROUGH ALL E PREVIOUS PAGES...

 

LOL! Good for you.

 

But hor, bridging course is not stress leh, it's chicken feet. Wait for the diploma course then you know what is stress if you have working conditions which require you to work overtime. KNN, no time to finish project leh. LOL!

 

But all in all, when you graduate, you will feel it's all worth it.

 

Cheers

Sex Kid

[Sex Kid]

hi all safety personnel

 

 

i am a noob in the safety industry,it seem like most tof the post is abt certification. would someone give me a general idea what is yr daily work routine in yr industry.

 

Read the following regulations

 

WSH (Construction) Regulations 2007, Section II Regulations 7 & 8

WSH (WSH Officer) Regulations 2007, Regulations 9 & 10

 

I'm not attaching the regulations, as part of our work is to know where to find the regulations. So you must at least "try" it.

 

Cheers

Sex Kid

[Guest aircraft]

wah dis thread suddenly bcome active...

aniwae hie to all who noe me...

juz pass ma bridging course last wk...yippieee!!!!!

gonna start ma Specialist Diploma in WsH on 9th november,intake 20...

at laz the stress on bridging is over..n 1 more stress coming up...hayoi....

ANIWAE FOR ALL THOSE INTERESTED IN DIS LINE.. PLZ READ BCK TO THE PREVIOUS PAGE...COZ EVERY TIME A NEW GUY CAME TO THIS THREAD WILL ASK ALL THE SAME QUESTION...TO ANSWER YA RELEVANT QUESTION PLZ READ THROUGH ALL E PREVIOUS PAGES...

 

Wah congrats you got in, I was rejected by both poly leh, so sad. Haiz, previously I have friends who are of equal or lesser related experience and same diploma holders who got in and practicing as RSOs now... I can't even get into the course, boring..

[Sex Kid]

One good lunch and I will teach you how to get into the course.

 

Cheers

Sex Kid

[vlRuS]

Harlow all..Morning..

Hoping that i could learn from the experience ppl..

Any chance there is any formwork safety personnel?

Hope i am in the right thread..

[MS-13]

LOL! Good for you.

 

But hor, bridging course is not stress leh, it's chicken feet. Wait for the diploma course then you know what is stress if you have working conditions which require you to work overtime. KNN, no time to finish project leh. LOL!

 

But all in all, when you graduate, you will feel it's all worth it.

 

Cheers

Sex Kid

 

for me bro its hard le...coz m very poor in maths...n summore dat time i kena 2wks reservist...so got onli 2wks to learn...

 

Wah congrats you got in, I was rejected by both poly leh, so sad. Haiz, previously I have friends who are of equal or lesser related experience and same diploma holders who got in and practicing as RSOs now... I can't even get into the course, boring..

 

 

y u cant get into e course?? have u enquire with them??

[welly]

Harlow all..Morning..

Hoping that i could learn from the experience ppl..

Any chance there is any formwork safety personnel?

Hope i am in the right thread..

 

you're v much welcome...welcome aboard,matey!

[wsho]

Don't know leh.

 

Since it's an association for safety officers, I tot I join loh. Then see got what benefit. If no benefit, then don't renew lor.

 

Cheers

Sex Kid

 

Thanks for sharing yr PR.

 

I know someone in SISO, if you need help, let me know.

I just attended their annual conference and workshop.

Benefit - attend seminar or courses in order to get point so as to renew license, member rate.

To know more : http://www.siso.org.sg

 

Few of classmates got registered recently. I am yet to apply.