Braeden Whitehead
Janesville
Summary
Safety professional equipped with solid foundation in occupational health and safety practices. Known for developing effective safety programs and fostering culture of safety. Reliable, adaptable, and committed to team collaboration and achieving optimal results.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Specialist
Westphal & Company
Madison, WI
02.2025 - Current
- Serve as the onsite Safety Specialist for a construction project with approximately 200 Electricians. Led training courses for employees at all levels.
- Delivered safety training on fall protection, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Rigging, hazard recognition, confined space entry, and other critical workplace safety topics. Investigated accidents and incidents, recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Provided timely guidance and support for employees involved in accidents or near misses, facilitating speedy recovery and return-to-work efforts when appropriate.
- Collaborated with management to develop and enforce safety policies and procedures, resulting in a safer work environment.
- Wrote reports outlining safety issues and potential correction options.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Maintained detailed records of company-wide safety performance to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with other departments to integrate safety in all aspects of organization.
HSE Intern
Voith
Appleton, WI
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Develop, implement, and maintain standard safety procedures as it relates to safety in the manufacturing field.
- Delivered and created monthly safety updates such as Toolbox-Talks.
- Gained leadership skills while developing Lockout/Tagout and Incident Reporting procedures, developing, and implementing Stop Work Authority process, conducting Job Hazard Analyses, ensuring proper chemical labeling, conducting incident investigations, as well as attending Safety Committee Meetings.
- Worked on projects which covered Safety Visibility, which included the creation of banners across the facility “Life Saving 5”, “Why I Work Safe”, and “Safety Slogans”.
- Used Microsoft Teams, Outlook to efficiently organize my work to take tasks to completion, as well as to document compliance, track effectiveness, schedule meetings, and communicate timely and effectively.
- Created an online folder which held all inspection items required for audits.
- Completed Job Safety Analysis's.
- Trending data; analyzed companies past and present incident statistics to find overlying incident areas, to correct and develop a plan to mitigate incidents from reoccurring in common areas.
- Walked the floor and talked with team members to address safety concerns, and follow up to ensure all items are addressed.
Sandwich Artist
Subway
Milton, WI
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and well-crafted sandwiches.
- Expedited order processing for increased efficiency in high-volume periods.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict sanitation standards.
- Operated the cash register with accuracy, ensuring proper handling of transactions.
- Assisted in inventory management, ordering necessary supplies to prevent shortages and reduce waste.
Pool Builder
Wolter Pools & Spas
Beloit, WI
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Construct swimming pools and set up pool equipment.
- Assist in all aspects of swimming pool installation, including delivery of materials, liner install, equipment set-up, and any other construction tasks as needed.
- Assist on service calls to install or repair pumps, heaters, automatic pool covers, etc.
- Regularly work with customers on needs and request, perform great levels of customer service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
Whitewater, WI05-2025
Minor - Occupational Safety
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
Whitewater, WI05-2025
Skills
- Communication Skills
- Ability to Work with Teams
- Leadership Skills
- Attention To Detail
- Adaptability
- Intrinsic Motivation
- Time Management
Accomplishments
- UWW Deans list
- Awarded bonuses through my work performance
Certification
OSHA 30 Hour Construction
First Aid/CPR/AED Trained
Associate Safety Professional - Exam Scheduled: August 2026
Timeline
Safety Specialist
Westphal & Company
02.2025 - Current
HSE Intern
Voith
05.2024 - 08.2024
Pool Builder
Wolter Pools & Spas
05.2022 - 09.2023
Sandwich Artist
Subway
08.2021 - 05.2024
Minor - Occupational Safety
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater