Thompson Blay
About Thompson Blay
Thompson Blay is a Health and Safety Facilitator at Golden Star Resources with over a decade of experience in the field. He holds multiple diplomas and degrees in Occupational Health and Safety, Human Resources Management, and an MBA, and has played a key role in coordinating safety activities and managing compliance in mining operations in Ghana.
Work at Golden Star Resources
Thompson Blay has been employed at Golden Star Resources since 2014 as a Health and Safety Facilitator, contributing to the company's operations in Wassa Akyempim, Ghana. In this role, he coordinates the activities of safety officers and representatives within the mine operation unit. His responsibilities include participating in mine planning meetings to address health and safety concerns and managing third-party contractors to ensure compliance with health and safety standards. Prior to his current position, he served as a Health and Safety Supervisor for Mining Operations from 2011 to 2014 and as an Assistant Health, Safety and Environmental Officer from 2008 to 2009.
Education and Expertise
Thompson Blay has a comprehensive educational background in health and safety and management. He studied at Shields-UK, where he pursued Occupational Health and Safety, achieving an International Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (NEBOSH), which is ongoing. He also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resources Management and Services from ICM-UK, completed in 2009. Additionally, he earned a Postgraduate Diploma in Occupational Safety, Health and Environmental Management from the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration from 2011 to 2012. He obtained a Master's Degree in Business Administration from the Institute of Professional Studies (IPS) Ghana between 2012 and 2014, and a Bachelor of Education in Social Sciences from the University of Cape Coast from 2004 to 2008.
Background
Thompson Blay has a solid foundation in health and safety practices, with over a decade of experience in the mining sector. His career at Golden Star Resources began in 2008, and he has progressively advanced through various roles related to health and safety. His experience includes developing a Baseline Risk Plan for new mining sites, pits, and projects, as well as exercising emergency authority to prevent or stop unsafe acts or conditions. His educational pursuits complement his professional experience, providing him with the necessary skills to effectively manage health and safety in mining operations.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Thompson Blay has made significant contributions to health and safety management in the mining industry. He has developed a Baseline Risk Plan for new mining sites, demonstrating his proactive approach to safety. His role involves coordinating safety activities and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards among third-party contractors. His ongoing education in Occupational Health and Safety (NEBOSH) further reflects his commitment to enhancing safety practices within the industry.