Christopher Amos
Red House,VA
Summary
Demonstrated achiever with exceptional knowledge of safety and health laws, general industry and construction. Skilled at learning new concepts quickly, working well under pressure and communicating ideas clearly and effectively. Extensive computer training, including knowledge of networking environments and business software packages.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Northern Virginia Safety Manager
Virginia Department of Transportation
09.2009 - 09.2014
- Implemented corrective actions following incidents to minimize risks and improve overall safety performance.
- Facilitated occupational safety meetings and handled inquiries, questions and concerns regarding training.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Reduced injuries among personnel with the development and implementation of robust safety programs and policies.
Safety Officer/Manager
Department of Corrections (Coffeewood)
02.2007 - 09.2009
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Promoted a culture of safety through engaging workshops and training sessions for employees on various topics such as hazard identification, PPE usage, and incident reporting.
- Investigated incidents thoroughly, identifying root causes and implementing preventive measures accordingly.
Project Safety Manager
Turner Construction Company
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Manage subcontractors to ensure safety compliance, perform various safety inspections, close communications with Operations and Owner on multiply construction sites
- Conduct training and organize safety meetings
- Investigate personal injury and property damage accidents
- Compile data, photographs, etc.; prepare all pertinent forms and reports per program procedures and federal, state, local regulations associated with accidents
- Evaluate working conditions, and recommended safety remedial
- Provide required reports
Occupational Safety and Health Compliance Officer Sr.
Virginia Department of Labor and Industry
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Worked with Public and Private Business providing consultation service for safety and health related topics
- Conducted on-site facility inspections identifying, evaluating and providing recommendations on corrective actions
- Prepared written and oral reports for various organizations as needed per inspection/survey
- Conducted industrial hygiene surveillance, monitoring air, radiation, noise and chemicals
- Developed and provided training as needed per inspection/survey on safety and health related topics, such as fall protection, hazard communication or hazardous chemical exposure
- Before taking the senior level position, I was a junior level compliance officer, who performed the same functions, however I was required to write citations and fine business required by federal and state code
- Responsible for providing court testimony on some contested cases
Jail Officer
Central Virginia Regional Jail
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Performed security duties within the jail environment
- Provided security during transportation of inmate to court and hospital
- Supervised inmate work crews inside the jail facility
- Disciplined inmate in accordance with jail regulations and the Department of Criminal Justice Code
- Prepared written reports and provided reports as need to supervisors
- Maintained duty logs for each location while working within the jail facility
Bioenvironmental Engineer
United States Air Force
01.1992 - 01.2000
- Completed three duty locations in my eight years three months of service, McClellan AFB, CA, Lajes Field AB, Azores Portugal and Andrews AFB, MD
- Served as Non Commissioned Officer in Charge of Industrial Hygiene and Military Readiness
- Supervised six troops during my last year of service at one time
- Prepared written and oral reports for all findings
- Performed safety and health inspections of base facilities/operations in accordance with Federal, State and DOD regulations
- Served as a member of the Department of Energy Rapid Response Nuclear Detection Team for the Washington D.C
- Area
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University
Degree - Bioenvironmental Engineering
Community College of The Air Force
Degree - Environmental Management
City Colleges of Chicago
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
American National University
Charlottesville, VABachelor of Science - Game And Interactive Media Design
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NHBachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12-2026
Skills
- Incident investigation
- Implementing policies
- Safety program development
- Hazard identification
- Training program development
Awards
- Awarded Military Medals – Humanitarian, Achievement, Longevity, Good Conduct, Marksmanship and Air Force Commendations
- Received Academic Honors from Central Shenandoah Criminal Justice Academy
Timeline
Northern Virginia Safety Manager
Virginia Department of Transportation
09.2009 - 09.2014
Safety Officer/Manager
Department of Corrections (Coffeewood)
02.2007 - 09.2009
Project Safety Manager
Turner Construction Company
01.2004 - 01.2007
Occupational Safety and Health Compliance Officer Sr.
Virginia Department of Labor and Industry
01.2001 - 01.2004
Jail Officer
Central Virginia Regional Jail
01.2000 - 01.2001
Bioenvironmental Engineer
United States Air Force
01.1992 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University
Degree - Bioenvironmental Engineering
Community College of The Air Force
Degree - Environmental Management
City Colleges of Chicago
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
American National University
Bachelor of Science - Game And Interactive Media Design
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Liberty University
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