Christopher Ford
Bellville,TX
Summary
HSE Professional with over 15 years of experience in leadership, continuous improvement, regulatory compliance, implementing and sustaining safety culture. A proactive hands-on change agent who is passionate about maintaining a safe workplace, overseeing incident investigations, injury reduction, and records-keeping to monitor and manage incidents. Key leader responsible for ensuring compliance with FAA, OSHA, EPA, TCEQ, and internal safety policy.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Management Systems Manager
City of Houston - Houston Airport System
Houston, Texas
09.2022 - Current
- Performed safety program gap analysis
- Safety management implementation plan development
- Safety manual development
- Analyzed data to identify trends that could lead to improved safety conditions.
- Assisted in the development of emergency response plans in case of accidents or disasters.
- Advocated a culture of prevention through education programs aimed at reducing risks in the workplace.
- Developed and implemented safety policies, procedures, and standards.
- Performed risk assessments prior to any changes in operations or equipment modifications.
- Consulted with external stakeholders regarding their roles in ensuring a safe work environment.
- Maintained records of inspection findings, hazard assessments, and corrective actions taken.
- Collaborated with management teams to develop strategies that promote safe work practices.
- Investigated accidents to identify causes and prevent future incidences.
- Collaborated with contractors to institute controls or remedial measures for potentially hazardous conditions on airport grounds.
Safety Officer
City of Houston - Houston Airport System
Houston, Texas
03.2018 - 09.2022
- Conducted safety inspections of job sites and equipment to identify potential hazards and recommended corrective action.
- Educated staff members on proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Analyzed data from audits and inspections to identify trends in unsafe working conditions or behaviors.
- Documented all safety-related issues within the organization's database system.
- Monitored employee performance to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Maintained records of all incidents, including accident reports, near misses, and unsafe conditions or acts.
- Provided training on safe work practices, emergency procedures, hazardous materials handling and other topics related to occupational health and safety.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to reduce workplace hazards.
- Developed safety programs in accordance with OSHA standards and company policies.
- Facilitated hazard communication meetings between management personnel and front-line workers to discuss potential risks associated with particular tasks or processes.
Solid Waste Supervisor
City of Houston
Houston, Texas
12.2016 - 03.2018
- Responsible for overseeing an integrated solid waste management program
- Ensures compliance with City and State regulations and guidelines, safety procedures, and maintains contact with various regulatory agencies
- Supervises and evaluates the work of staff to eliminate accidents and unsafe work practices.
- Monitored employee productivity levels regularly to identify areas of improvement.
- Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
- Participated in recruitment efforts by interviewing prospective candidates for open positions.
- Directed and supervised team of 12 employees in daily operations.
- Created new strategies for improving customer service standards within the organization.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate workflow processes between teams.
Environmental Investigator
City of Houston
Houston, Texas
03.2012 - 12.2016
- Lead the environmental, health, and safety initiatives in support of the business requirements
- Ensure compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local regulations
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within environmental, health, safety and sanitation areas
- Train all new hires on safety programs; ensure annual training requirements are met for all areas of the facility
- Drive incident/accident-free workplace initiatives through education, coaching, and other initiatives
- Review incident reports, follow up to ensure root cause is determined and corrective action has been taken
- Observe performance and manage visits to external occupational health resources.
Sight Coordinator
Milstead Environmental
Houston, Texas
09.2010 - 03.2012
- Managed an Emergency Response Hazmat Team
- Worked with Local and State authorities regarding site remediation
- Managed logistics of personnel and equipment to job site
- Secured contracts with responsible parties of incident
- Worked with TCEQ and insurance companies and provided reports and photos of site
- Packed and labeled waste for proper DOT transport.
Outside Sales
Jenessco Industries
Houston, Texas
03.2010 - 09.2010
- Outside Sales rep that controlled Houston and surrounding area customer base.
Store Manager
PPG Monarch Paints
Houston, Texas
09.1997 - 01.2009
- Managed location that consistently generated $3+ million sales annually
- Developed inventory tracking reports on a monthly basis
- Participated in annual inventory including first bar code reporting
- Maintained inventory control entire tenure with inventory shrink, 10% to sales
- Supervised new and rehab construction and single and multi-family projects
- Grew new business through aggressive outside sales and product plans
- Carried out necessary measures for recruiting, training, and coordination all store personnel.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Safety Management
University of Houston - Downtown
01.2016
Master of Science -
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL08-2022
Skills
- Safety management
- Safety manual development
- Policy Implementation
- Project Management
- Staff Training and Development
- Construction Site Management
- Hazard Identification
- Implementing safety programs
- Hazardous Material Labeling and Storage
- Hazardous Material Transportation
- Incident Investigation
- Safety hazards analysis
- Training Program Development
Certification
- Safety Management Specialist (SMS) - Board of Certified Safety Professionals
- Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP) - Board of Certified Safety Professionals
- Airport Certified Employee (ACE) - Safety Management Systems
- OSHA 30-hr Construction Safety and Health
- OSHA 30-hr Construction Industry Outreach Training
Affiliations
- American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE)
- Airport Council International (ACI)
- Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP)
Timeline
Safety Management Systems Manager
City of Houston - Houston Airport System
09.2022 - Current
Safety Officer
City of Houston - Houston Airport System
03.2018 - 09.2022
Solid Waste Supervisor
City of Houston
12.2016 - 03.2018
Environmental Investigator
City of Houston
03.2012 - 12.2016
Sight Coordinator
Milstead Environmental
09.2010 - 03.2012
Outside Sales
Jenessco Industries
03.2010 - 09.2010
Store Manager
PPG Monarch Paints
09.1997 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Safety Management
University of Houston - Downtown
Master of Science -
Columbia Southern University
- Safety Management Specialist (SMS) - Board of Certified Safety Professionals
- Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP) - Board of Certified Safety Professionals
- Airport Certified Employee (ACE) - Safety Management Systems
- OSHA 30-hr Construction Safety and Health
- OSHA 30-hr Construction Industry Outreach Training
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