VINAMRA BASIWAR
Fire & Safety
Chhindwara
Summary
Experienced fire safety professional with 12+ years specializing in refinery and petrochemical safety in the oil and gas industry. Proficient in leading incident investigations, safety audits, fire safety training, and safety report analysis. Demonstrated ability to coordinate and led emergency responses, manage personnel, and enforce HSE compliance for operational excellence. Committed to upholding industry best practices and regulatory standards to promote a zero-incident safety culture.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Manager (Fire & Safety)
Indian Oil Corporation Limited
04.2022 - Current
- Develop and support the implementation of the refinery's Emergency Management Governance Program, covering mitigation, preparedness, response, recovery, and resilience.
- Prepare and regularly update the Onsite Emergency Plan (OSEP) and Disaster Management Plan (DMP) in line with regulatory requirements.
- Plan, organize, and execute emergency drills, tabletop exercises, and scenario-based simulations involving fire, explosion, toxic leaks, and oil spills.
- Coordinate closely with the Operations, Maintenance, and Security teams for integrated emergency planning and execution.
- Apply Incident Command System (ICS) principles to define clear roles and responsibilities during emergencies.
- Participate in incident investigations, assist in Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and prepare post-incident reports for continual improvement.
- Conduct training and awareness programs for refinery personnel on emergency response procedures, PPE usage, and emergency equipment handling.
- Ensure the readiness of emergency response systems and resources, including firewater systems, rescue tools, and communication channels.
- Prepare presentations, reports, and emergency response documents using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) to show the areas of improvement and lapses to higher management.
- Support business continuity and crisis management planning as part of the broader emergency response framework.
- Led a team of 28 firefighters and 12 safety supervisors, ensuring 24/7 emergency preparedness, efficient manpower deployment, and swift correction of unsafe conditions across refinery operations.
- Demonstrated prompt decision-making and on-ground leadership during emergencies, effectively coordinating response actions to prevent incidents, and ensure operational safety.
Senior Fire & Safety Officer
Indian Oil Corporation Limited
04.2018 - 04.2022
- Ensured compliance with OISD, NFPA, and OSHA standards by conducting routine inspections and maintenance of fire protection systems (e.g., water spray, foam pourers, hydrants, and clean agent systems).
- Managed PPE, gas detectors, and safety showers, ensuring regular checks, calibration, and compliance with statutory safety requirements.
- Perform safety audits and inspections across refinery units and project sites, enforcing Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Work Permit Systems, and established safety protocols.
- Conducted and led emergency response drills, and regularly updated the Emergency Control Plan, improving overall site readiness.
- Maintain and monitor fire and safety equipment inventory; deliver practical training on proper usage and emergency equipment deployment.
- Developed, implemented, and standardized Fire and Safety SOPs, and equipment checklists, to enhance operational consistency and safety compliance.
- Conducted critical job safety analyses (JSA) for high-risk activities, minimizing hazard exposure and incident probability.
- Supervised and managed fire and safety team schedules, optimizing manpower and response coverage across shifts and operations.
- Chaired Site Safety Committee meetings, addressed safety concerns, and implemented corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Delivered structured safety training programs on permit-to-work systems, confined space entry, working at height, firefighting, hot work, and electrical safety.
- Spearheaded the Near-Miss Reporting initiative, promoting incident prevention, and enhancing site-wide safety culture and awareness.
Fire Manager
Reliance Industries Limited, RIL
02.2013 - 04.2018
- Ensured operational reliability of fixed fire suppression and detection systems, including water deluge, foam systems, automatic sprinklers, gas detectors, and alarm panels, through regular inspections and preventive maintenance.
- Develop and maintain on-site and off-site emergency response plans; conduct mock drills, and coordinate with mutual aid agencies and local disaster management authorities for emergency readiness.
- Led training programs and live-fire simulations for firefighting teams, plant personnel, and contractors to build competency in fire response, evacuation, and emergency rescue operations.
- Administered the Permit to Work (PTW) system, ensuring strict controls for hot work, confined space entry, electrical isolation, and hazardous operations.
- Managed emergency spill response operations, deploying booms, absorbents, and neutralizing agents to contain and recover accidental oil or chemical releases.
- Conducted contractor pre-qualification and safety induction, assessing safety performance, and delivering mandatory training prior to site mobilization.
- Ensured contractor compliance with PPE usage, fire safety equipment availability, and emergency preparedness measures at work fronts.
- Investigated fire incidents by conducting site assessments, collecting eyewitness statements, analyzing fire alarm data, and reviewing CCTV footage and logs.
- Recommended and implemented fire prevention measures, including design improvements, enhanced detection systems, and revised SOPs, to reduce fire risks.
- Prepared and submitted regulatory-compliant fire investigation reports to internal safety committees and statutory authorities, as per reporting requirements.
- Coordinate third-party inspections and audits for firefighting system performance, calibration, and statutory compliance in alignment with OISD and NFPA standards.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Fire Technology & Safety Engineering
IES IPS Academy
Indore, Madhya Pradesh 07.2008 - 06.2012
Advance Diploma - Advance Diploma in Industrial Safety
Maharashtra State Board Technical Education
Nagothane 01.2015 - 01.2016
XII - Physics, Chemistry & Math
Flower Vale Higher Secondary School
Chandametta, Madhya Pradesh 07.2007 - 06.2008
X - Science, Math, English, Hindi & Social Science
Flower Vale Higher Secondary School
Chandametta, Madhya Pradesh 07.2005 - 05.2006
Skills
- Emergency Response Control Planning
- Work permit management
- Fire Investigation
- Risk Assessment
- Hazard Identification
- Fire safety training
- Fire Prevention & Protection System
- Incident Command
- Emergency Response Control Planning
Certification
Certified Safety Professional®
Accomplishments
- Appreciation certificate for Exemplary Service During Fire emergency at IOCL BR.
- Best Trainer in Reliance Industries Limited, For Conducting Comprehensive Fire & Safety training to employees and stakeholders.
- GEMS award at Reliance Industries Limited, For taking prompt action to save water & attend the major fire water network leakage which could trip the Captive Power Plant.
- Best Ergonomic Project in Reliance Industries Limited, Won Change Agent for Safety, Health, and Environment (CASHe) award in all over the RIL.
Timeline
Assistant Manager (Fire & Safety)
Indian Oil Corporation Limited
04.2022 - Current
Senior Fire & Safety Officer
Indian Oil Corporation Limited
04.2018 - 04.2022
IMS Internal Auditor
10-2017
Hazardous Waste Operation and Emergency Response Management
10-2017
Behavior Based Safety Management
10-2017
Management of Change in Process Safety
10-2017
Advance Diploma - Advance Diploma in Industrial Safety
Maharashtra State Board Technical Education
01.2015 - 01.2016
Fire Manager
Reliance Industries Limited, RIL
02.2013 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Engineering - Fire Technology & Safety Engineering
IES IPS Academy
07.2008 - 06.2012
XII - Physics, Chemistry & Math
Flower Vale Higher Secondary School
07.2007 - 06.2008
X - Science, Math, English, Hindi & Social Science
Flower Vale Higher Secondary School
07.2005 - 05.2006
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