Carl Hutchens
Daniels,WV
Summary
Motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with advanced supervisory, team building and customer service experience.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant District Manager, Enforcement
Mine Safety and Health Administration
Beckley, WV
04.2019 - Current
- Administration of Beckley District’s Regular Inspections, Accident Investigations, and Health Programs, including scheduling work and budgeting of hours
- Represent the District at conferences and meetings.
- Testify as an expert witness regarding enforcement and investigative activities
- Craft and relay policy to stakeholders
- Quality control review of all enforcement citations/orders issued in the Beckley District.
- Assist in the development of district-wide policies and procedures to ensure compliance with policy and standards.
- Created detailed reports summarizing enforcement data, inventory , labor hours, and scheduling.
Manager-Compliance
Coronado, U.S.
Beckley, WV
04.2019 - 04.2019
- Assisted and advised Division Management regarding accident prevention and compliance issues relating to MSHA and State standards
- Participated in safety audits and meetings at Powellton, Buchanan, and Lower War Eagle mines.
- Created reports and presented findings to senior management.
- Provided guidance on legal issues related to the organization's operations.
- Collaborated with internal auditors to assess organizational risks.
Corporate Safety Specialist
Mission Coal
Powellton, WV
04.2018 - 12.2018
- Administration of Maple Eagle No. 1 Health and Safety Program
- Organized Corporate Safety Audits at Maple Eagle No 1, Pinnacle, and Oak Grove Mines
- Assisted in Corporate Management Training courses at Kingsport, TN.
- Investigated accidents to determine root cause and develop preventive measures to avoid reoccurrence.
- Analyzed data from accident investigations, incident reports and inspection results from audits and MSHA Inspectors to identify opportunities for business improvement.
- Participated in the development and revision of emergency response plans, hazard communication programs, lockout and tagout procedures, confined space entry protocols.
- Collaborated with management teams across seven properties to implement effective strategies for minimizing risk exposure in the workplace.
Chief, Division of Health (acting)
Mine Safety and Health Administration
Arlington, VA
05.2012 - 04.2018
- Administration of the nation's respirable dust sampling program as required by the Mine Act and 30 CFR
- Function as a staff representative for the Health Division and technical expert on committees regarding noise, dust, and general health related matters, and represent MSHA at conferences and other industry activities
- Oversight of MSHA’s HazCom and Industrial Hygiene inspection programs, including guidance to industry and agency personnel on compliance with 30 C.F.R
- And American Council of Industrial Hygienist guidelines
- Advise agency and industry personnel on MSHA and Coal Mine Safety and Health standards, policies, procedures, guidelines and programs and provide timely and effective responses to requests from government and industry
- Authored currently approved program policy and health inspection procedures handbook used by MSHA inspectors and industry management to determine compliance.
Safety Inspector
Cliffs Natural Resources, Pinnacle Mine, Green Ridge II Mine, Pinnacle Preparation Plant
Welch, WV
06.2009 - 04.2012
- Toured Pinnacle Mine, Pinnacle Preparation Plant and Green Ridge #2 mine with Federal/State mine inspectors and reported their findings to senior management
- Coordinated with management to correct violations
- Conducted daily safety meetings for all three production shifts with emphasis on 'Take 5' process as part of company's 'Road to Zero' accident reduction program
- Developed Root Cause Analysis reports for accidents
- Recommended and coordinated approved corrective actions with production management
- Monitored the use of personal protective equipment to ensure compliance with safety policies.
- Performed periodic audits of internal processes related to health and safety management systems.
Laborer
Patriot Coal, Harris No. 1 Mine
Wharton, WV
09.2008 - 04.2009
- Operated production equipment, including roof bolter, scoop, and haulage equipment on James Creek sections.
- Conducted pre-shift inspections of equipment, tools and work areas.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and policies.
- Assisted with ventilation systems, including construction of airways and installation of fans.
Education
Master’s of Business Administration -
09.2022
B.S. Occupational Safety and Health -
06.2019
B.S. in Legal Studies -
01.2017
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Operations Management and Improvement
- Employee Development and Evaluation
- Data Analysis Emphasizing Action
- Cost Management focused on Efficiency
Affiliations
Joseph A. Holmes Association
Job Related Training
- WV Certified Mine Foreman
- WV Certified Diesel Instructor
- WV Certified Mine Foreman
- MSHA Accident Investigation
- Certified for respirable dust sampling and maintenance
- Approved MSHA Instructor
References
- References available upon request
Accomplishments
- Assistant Secretary's Award for Excellence, 2015 and 2016.
Timeline
Assistant District Manager, Enforcement - Mine Safety and Health Administration
04.2019 - Current
Manager-Compliance - Coronado, U.S.
04.2019 - 04.2019
Corporate Safety Specialist - Mission Coal
04.2018 - 12.2018
Chief, Division of Health (acting) - Mine Safety and Health Administration
05.2012 - 04.2018
Safety Inspector - Cliffs Natural Resources, Pinnacle Mine, Green Ridge II Mine, Pinnacle Preparation Plant
06.2009 - 04.2012
Laborer - Patriot Coal, Harris No. 1 Mine
09.2008 - 04.2009
Columbia Southern University - Master’s of Business Administration,
Columbia Southern University - B.S. Occupational Safety and Health,
Post University - B.S. in Legal Studies,