Bertrand Freeman

Bertrand Freeman

Safety Leadership | OSHA Compliance | Emergency Response | Risk Management

Professional Summary

Safety-focused Paramedic and Field Training Officer (FTO) with extensive experience leading emergency response operations, mentoring personnel, and fostering a strong culture of workplace safety. Proven ability to identify hazards, ensure OSHA compliance, conduct incident investigations, and implement risk reduction strategies in high-risk environments. Recognized for developing employees, improving operational readiness, and promoting accountability through safety education and leadership.

Core Competencies

- OSHA Compliance & Regulatory Standards

- Safety Leadership & Team Development

- Field Training & Employee Mentorship

- Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment

- Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis

- Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)

- Emergency Response & Incident Command

- Safety Audits & Workplace Inspections

- Job Safety Analysis (JSA)

- PPE Compliance & Infection Control

- Emergency Preparedness & Disaster Planning

- Safety Training & Program Development

- Regulatory Documentation & Reporting

- Continuous Process Improvement

Professional Experience

Paramedic / Field Training Officer (FTO)

Emergency Medical Services

- Served as a Field Training Officer responsible for onboarding, coaching, and evaluating new EMTs and paramedics to ensure safe, competent, and compliant field performance.

- Led by example in promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and adherence to OSHA regulations and departmental policies.

- Conducted field evaluations, provided constructive feedback, and verified competency in patient care, emergency vehicle operations, PPE use, and scene safety.

- Performed hazard assessments before patient care, ensuring responder and public safety during emergency incidents.

- Reinforced OSHA standards, infection control procedures, and bloodborne pathogen protocols through daily operations and training.

- Investigated operational incidents and safety concerns, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions to reduce future risk.

- Delivered safety briefings and mentored employees on hazard recognition, risk mitigation, and best practices.

- Collaborated with leadership, fire departments, hospitals, and law enforcement to coordinate safe and effective emergency response operations.

- Maintained accurate documentation supporting quality assurance, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

- Participated in emergency preparedness planning, disaster response, and after-action reviews to improve organizational readiness.

Leadership Highlights

- Trained and mentored newly hired EMS professionals to meet organizational and regulatory performance standards.

- Promoted a proactive safety culture through coaching, mentoring, and continuous performance improvement.

- Demonstrated leadership in high-risk, fast-paced environments while maintaining operational excellence and regulatory compliance.

- Built strong working relationships across multidisciplinary teams to enhance communication, safety, and emergency preparedness.

Certifications

- State Licensed Paramedic

- National Registry Paramedic

- Basic Life Support (BLS)

- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

- FEMA Incident Command System (ICS 100, 200, 700, 800)

- OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 30-Hour General Industry

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies Paramedicine

• Administered emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
• Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure seamless patient handoff and continuity of care.
• Operated advanced life support equipment, enhancing patient outcomes during transport.
• Trained new paramedics on protocols, equipment usage, and emergency response procedures.
• Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
• Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
• Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
• Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
• Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
• Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
• Assisted in training new paramedics by serving as a preceptor and sharing clinical expertise during ridealongs.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops to stay current on best practices in pre-hospital emergency medicine.
• Coordinated with other emergency services personnel such as police officers and firefighters during complex incidents for optimal scene management and resource allocation.
• Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
• Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
• Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
• Managed challenging or combative patients using de-escalation techniques and appropriate physical restraints when necessary, prioritizing safety for both the patient and medical team.
• Promoted health equity within the community by offering culturally sensitive care to diverse populations while respecting individual preferences or needs.
• Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
• Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
• Assisted with quality assurance initiatives by reviewing patient care reports and offering constructive feedback to improve overall performance within the organization.
• Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
• Contributed to community outreach efforts by participating in public education events on CPR, first aid, and emergency preparedness.
• Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
• Supported local disaster response efforts by preparing ambulances with necessary supplies and assisting victims at mass casualty incidents or natural disasters.
• Reduced response times by maintaining thorough knowledge of local geography and navigation routes.
• Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
• Led quality assurance initiatives, reviewing cases to enhance service delivery standards.

• Coordinated daily operations to optimize workflow and ensure efficient inventory management.
• Trained and mentored new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
• Implemented process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce errors.
• Oversaw equipment maintenance schedules, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Monitored inventory levels, facilitating timely restocking and minimizing shortages.
• Led team meetings to communicate goals and address operational challenges effectively.
• Developed training materials to enhance staff understanding of warehouse systems and logistics software.
• Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
• Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
• Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
• Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
• Facilitated cross-training amongst team members to enhance overall skillset and improve staff flexibility during peak seasons or absences.
• Maintained a safe working environment, conducting regular safety audits and addressing potential hazards promptly.
• Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.

• 3.5 GPA