Christopher Erfort
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Dynamic occupational health and safety coordinator with extensive expertise in regulatory compliance and recordkeeping, complemented by a strong background in training and incident investigation. Proven ability to cultivate a robust safety culture, design impactful training programs, and manage comprehensive safety plans while effectively handling workers' compensation claims. Hands-on experience across various industries enhances adaptability and insight into diverse workplace challenges. A highly engaging team builder dedicated to fostering employee growth and development in fast-paced environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Coordinator
Miller Electric Company
05.2025 - Current
- QTS RIC 3 DC1 - Core and Shell (Richmond, VA)
- QTS RIC 3 DC2 - Core and Shell (Richmond, VA)
- QTS RIC 24 DC1 - TFO (Fit-out) (Richmond, VA)
- Conducted safety audits to identify hazards and implement corrective measures.
- Facilitated incident investigations and case management situations
- Collaborated with project teams to ensure adherence to safety regulations on job sites.
- Facilitated communication between internal management and union employees regarding safety policies and practices.
- Adapted to data center construction layouts/standards
- Coordinated with other contractors on a routine basis
- Obtained NFPA 70e Certification
- Miller Electric Company Electrical Safety/Lockout Tagout Trained
- Daily experience in Lockout/tagout method of procedures
- Performed monthly temporary power inspections
- Understanding of flow of power whether upstream or downstream.
- Basic ability to follow one line diagram to tell where power is heading and where power is fed/sourced from.
- Arc Flash and Approach Boundary knowledge
- Verification process for absence of voltage utilizing live/dead/live procedures
- Main line and reserve line power feed, common in data center electrical construction.
- Identifying and recognizing voltage and amperage rates
- Determining phases of electricity and how they work together.
- Understanding ways of electricity and how one source can have multiple ways of power
- Understanding of normally open vs. normally closed breakers
- Observed installation of tapboxes/busways/hanging of cable trays/terminations/pulling wire.
- Assisted in first time energization processes
- Overall power cord management
HSEQ Manager
TMS International
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Led safety program at site involving 100+ union employees spread across 7 different departments on 3 different shifts.
- Directed investigations of incidents and injuries, liaising with insurance companies to facilitate claim resolutions.
- Prepared and presented comprehensive reports to upper management and audit team, covering issues and recommendations.
- Led and implemented Safety Committee as Committee Chairperson
- Assisted in the development and implementation of digital pre/post operation environment
- Enhanced process efficiency through the implementation of lean operations principles in conjunction with QHSE objectives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate health and safety principles into daily operations, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Spearheaded the successful achievement of ISO 9001 certifications for quality, environmental, and safety management systems.
- Boosted internal safety and environmental audit scores by enforcing and maintaining safety and environmental standards.
- Led monthly safety meetings with all employees to ensure compliance and promote a culture of safety.
- Created an online recordkeeping system to streamline site data tracking and storage.
- Reduced OSHA recordable injuries and reportable incidents from previous years.
- Conducted monthly and weekly inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Facilitated a safety observation program in collaboration with union employees.
- Integrated new hires into the HSEQ framework, promoting a culture of safety and quality.
- Developed, edited, and enforced Safe Job Procedures (SJPs) for each individual job on-site.
- Managed relationships with regulatory agencies and vendors while maintaining open lines of communication for inspections and compliance reviews.
- Coordinated the ordering of personal protective equipment and safety materials for site.
Safety Coordinator
Noble Environmental
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Oversee various types of work (transportation, construction, oil and gas)
- Responsible for 10+ locations with over 200 employees
- Supervised telematics program for transportation/hauling division
- Trained new and current employees on ways to reduce incidents and eliminate hazards.
- Lead and facilitated new hire orientations
- Developed yearly training programs for various safety topics
- Decreased quarterly auto and injury claims (amount and cost)
- Investigated safety incidents and drafted reports detailing results.
- Conducted regular inspections/safety audits of all facilities and locations
- Assessed and responded to risks and quickly resolved issues to promote safe and productive workplace.
- Examined hazardous incidents and accidents to uncover causes and provided corrective actions.
- Created and implemented programs, policies and procedures designed to effectively reduce or eliminate injuries and hazards in workplace.
- Sustaining safety protocol, ensuring proper, cost-effective and safe handling usage of equipment and materials.
- Created and compiled safety training procedures into manuals to disseminate to staff members.
- Developed company safety plans to reduce safety problems and associated expenses.
- Executed outstanding workmen's compensation performance by reducing claim volume to save money for company.
Site Safety Lead
Western Construction Inc
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Oversaw 12 sites throughout 3 different locations
- Led daily safety meetings to over 50 employees before start of work
- Responsible for checking all safety related documents to be up to date
- Created and enforced daily JSA's for each site
- Ensured all daily paperwork was properly filled to comply with standard
- Enforced OSHA standards, DOT standards, and company polices to all employees
- Conducted weekly safety audits for preventative measures
- Led new hire employee training
- Assisted on SSSP for different jobs
- Attended virtual company meetings for job updates/safety topics
- Witnessed high risk/dangerous work being performed to standard
- Built rapport and gained trust of employees quickly
Education
Master of Science - M.S. Occupational Safety And Health
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL02-2026
Bachelor of Science - Safety Management
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock, PA12.2020
Skills
- Training and Development
- Evaluations and Reporting
- Emergency Situations
- Hazard Recognition
- Safety Audits
- Risk Management
- Safety Documentation and Materials
- Incident Investigations
- Culture Building
- Safety Training
- Job Safety Analysis/Safe Job Procedures
- Workers Compensation Claims
- Contractor management
- Relationship building
Certification
- NFPA 70e Certified
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Certified Forklift Trainer
- Certified Excavation CP
- OHSA 10 Construction
- Process of obtaining masters degree in Safety
- Process of obtaining Certified Safety Practitioner
Accomplishments
- Slippery Rock University - Collegiate Athlete - Football
- Earned Scholar Athlete Award for maintaining over 3.0 GPA while participating in college athletics
- Member of American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP)
Timeline
Safety Coordinator
Miller Electric Company
05.2025 - Current
HSEQ Manager
TMS International
01.2024 - 05.2025
Safety Coordinator
Noble Environmental
08.2022 - 01.2024
Site Safety Lead
Western Construction Inc
06.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Safety Management
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Master of Science - M.S. Occupational Safety And Health
Columbia Southern University