Human Factors and their Impact on Workplace Incidents

Bukunola Ayo,  Lead Consultant, Bukmarie Consulting Limited, Nigeria

She is a Health, Safety and Environmental Professional with practical experience of working on international projects, production sites and corporate centers. Her experience covers environmental microbiology, field operations with drilling rigs, laboratory testing as well as support on broader issues as sustainability.

She is experienced in writing policies, procedures, risk assessments and reports and can monitor and review these periodically. Successful track record extends to completing over 40 environmental assessment projects across various locations for major players in the energy industry which include SPDC, TOTAL E&P Nigeria, MOBIL Nigeria, NLNG, Schlumberger and the UN Environmental program.

With exceptional interpersonal skills she can liaise with people on all levels including other health and safety professionals, senior managements, contractors, and work colleagues. She is experienced in carrying out training at all levels and presenting health and safety summaries and reports to line managers. She is strongly self-motivated and can respond flexibly and creatively to new challenges and opportunities.

She is a member of different professional organizations like Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria (Member), International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (Fellow), American Society of Safety Professionals (International Member), Nigerian Environmental Society (Member), Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (Technician).

She has served in different capacities in professional organizations. American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) Nigeria Chapter – Treasurer (2018 ‐ 2019), IOSH Nigeria Informal Network South - South Branch – Secretary (2017 ‐ 2018), Treasurer (2019 – 2021), IOSH West Africa Branch National Treasurer (2022 – 2025), ASSP Women in Safety Excellence (WISE) Administrator (2025 – 2026).