Gustavo Duca

Experience

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  UFMG

  Mar 2010 - Dec 2010

  Scientific Initiation - Ergonomics Laboratory Intern

  Support in research on Solidarity Economy and Recycling, including data collection on the sector in the metropolitan region of Belo Horizonte for a Technical-Economic Feasibility Report (EVTE) for a recycling factory.

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  Aethra Automotive Systems

  Feb 2011 - Dec 2011

  Ergonomics in Manufacturing Engineering Intern

  Systemic understanding of work activities through ergonomic analysis of various workstations. Redesigning to enhance productivity, quality, and working conditions, aligning with Lean Manufacturing and WCM principles across approximately 100 workstations.

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  Sol Saúde Ocupacional Ltda

  Jun 2012 - Feb 2013

  Coordenador de Engenharia de Segurança do Trabalho

  Coordenação de equipe e elaboração de laudos e pareceres técnicos em SST.

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  Bicho do Mato Meio Ambiente Ltda.

  May 2013 - Oct 2013

  Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Consultant

  Implementation of safety management system and occupational health, mapping, development and standardization of processes.

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  Tribunal Regional do Trabalho da Nona Região

  Jun 2013 - Oct 2013

  Ad hoc Labor Legal Expert

  Official investigation with preparation of their reports.

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  Light Serviços de Energia S.A

  Oct 2013 - Oct 2016

  Safety Engineer (field work)

  Implementation of Process Management in Health and Occupational Health management.Improvement and development of Accident Investigation processes, mapping implementation of processes: Environmental Risk Management, Management and Third Party Assessment, Security Lectures, Preliminary Risk Analysis, Risk Perception, Behavioral Observation, the EPI's Delivery Management, Safety Inspections. Design and creation of OSH training with participation in the development of corporate security programs and quality of life. Creating models of various types of programs and OSH reports. Show less

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  China Three Gorges Brazil

  Dec 2016 - Jul 2018

  Occupational Health and Safety Engineering Coordinator

  Work Health and Safety Coordination for:- Ilha Solteira Hydroelectric Plant (10th largest in the world in terms of installed capacity with 3440 MW of installed capacity and 20 Generating Units);- Jupiá Hydroelectric Plant (large-scale with 1550 MW of installed capacity and 14 Generating Units);- Salto Hydroelectric Plant (medium-scale);- Garibaldi Hydroelectric Plant (medium-scale).Local health and safety management with:- management of the OHS team (13 members including technicians and nurses);- definition and implementation of work safety routines;- critical analysis of indicators and continuous process improvement aiming for better performance in operations with accident reduction;- development of procedures, campaigns, and dynamics aimed at guiding and raising awareness among employees about accident prevention;- evaluation and follow-up of processes and work safety performance audits;- involvement in the cultural shift from a state-owned company to the private sector. Show less

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  AG Consulting

  Jul 2018 - Apr 2019

  Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Consultant

  Consulting and technical visits to companies. Development of Occupational Health and Safety programs.

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  Federal University of Minas Gerais - Engineering College- Postgraduate Department in Production Engi

  Mar 2019 - Aug 2021

  Researcher with FAPEMIG Scholarship Holder (Exclusive Dedication)

  Through the FAPEMIG Scholarship, I devoted myself entirely to research, enriching my understanding of how workers perceive and incorporate safety into their operations and within the system. I also expanded my knowledge in safety through interactions with other researchers and during events.

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  Christiano Ottoni Foundation - Energy Company of Minas Gerais & Federal University of Minas Gerais

  Apr 2019 - Jun 2020

  R&D Researcher - ANEEL D614 Project

  Project for innovation in the selection process for electricians and their parameters:- Identification of Situations of Characteristic Action (SAC) and biomechanical factors;- Analysis of Productive Gestures and regulation of workload;- Collaboration in a multidisciplinary team composed of engineers, designers, physiotherapists, ergonomists, masters, and doctors.

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  Situated Consulting and Research

  Sept 2020 - Nov 2020

  Organization/Mentorship in Human and Organizational Factors of Safety (HOFS) Course

  The course covered essential topics of Industrial Safety from ICSI (https://www.icsi-eu.org/en), where I was able to collaborate with experts from renowned institutions such as UFMG, UFJR, and UNIFEI and deepen my understanding of Human and Organizational Factors in Safety (FHOS). In addition, I conducted tutorials to promote the exchange of knowledge and insights, benefiting the practice of the professionals involved.

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  Situated Consulting and Research

  Aug 2021 - Apr 2022

  Consultant in Human Factors and Integrated Culture - Project in Chemical Plant (Micronutrient)

  Integrated Safety Culture Diagnosis (management and operations) and its improvement:- Data collection and analysis using statistical and qualitative techniques;- Workshops culminating in proposals to strengthen the safety culture.Situated and Expanded Accident Analysis, addressing perceptual, cognitive, and emotional processes (situated) and the underlying organizational factors (expanded), including:- detailed analysis of 'what,' 'how,' and 'why' it happened;- mentorship for managers in structuring and conducting more in-depth analyses.- training for all hierarchical levels. Show less

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  Segurança Diferente

  Apr 2022 - Dec 2023

  - Learning Teams and HOP training with a focus on understanding events and optimizing human performance;- Consultancy in HOP and Human and Organizational Safety Factors;- Accident Analysis and team mentoring for a culture of learning.- Safety diagnoses and improvements from the perspective of "Work as Done". Conducting training sessions at various locations within the organization in Brazil, focusing on Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to foster resilient systems and a learning environment based on errors, as well as on Learning Teams (LT) to analyze problematic situations through multi-professional teams and open discussions. With support from the central corporate office and international experts, this initiative marked a milestone for safety in the company.

  • HOP Expert

    Aug 2022 - Dec 2023

  • HOP Expert - Project in Packaging, Paper and Cellulose Company

    Apr 2022 - Jul 2022
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  Situated Consulting and Research

  Sept 2022 - Mar 2023

  Expertise Management Consultant - Project in University Hospital

  Focal point of the Tacit software implementation. Mapping of tacit knowledge within the hospital, that which is acquired through experience and often goes unexpressed. Activities included: mapping of roles, expertise, and criticalities; providing guidance in the software implementation and conducting semi-structured interviews to capture expertise.

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  PUC Minas

  Feb 2023 - now

  Postgraduate Professor - Applied Ergonomics in OHS Management

  Professor in charge of the course 'Standards, Health, and Safety', where we explore the intersection between standardization and the human factor, elucidating the relationships between standards, management, and activity. We emphasize the evolution and importance of rules and 'managed safety' in protecting workers and the system. We also provide detailed insights into the new NR-17 (Brazilian Regulatory Standard on Ergonomics), including its ergonomic analyses and evaluations.

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  Programa de Engenharia de Produção - PEP/COPPE/UFRJ

  Jan 2024 - now

  Pesquisador Associado - Projeto FHOSI Cenpes/Petrobrás
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  ENGIE Brasil

  Feb 2024 - now

  Safety Engineer / Consultant – Project Planning and Logistics/DI