Christopher P. Steckel
Frostproof,FL
Summary
Professional in environmental health and safety management with comprehensive expertise in hazard identification, risk assessment, and compliance with safety regulations. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving measurable results. Reliable in adapting to evolving needs and maintaining robust safety cultures. Skilled in developing and implementing effective safety programs and fostering continuous improvement.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Health and Safety Manager
REV Ambulance Group
02.2024 - Current
- Successfully manage annual budget for the Environmental Health and Safety department, ensuring efficient allocation of resources while meeting all operational goals.
- Reduce employee accidents through the implementation of comprehensive safety training programs.
- Support process improvements by conducting risk assessments that identified areas for potential hazard reduction within operations workflows.
- Provide leadership during incident investigations, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Promote sustainability initiatives within the organization by implementing best practices in waste reduction and resource conservation strategies.
- Manage environmental compliance, ensuring adherence to local, state, and federal regulations.
- Collaborate with management teams to develop and implement effective emergency response plans.
- Facilitate ongoing training sessions for employees on various environmental health and safety topics, promoting continuous improvement.
- Monitor hazardous waste disposal processes, ensuring proper handling and documentation for regulatory compliance.
- Devise and monitor safety performance metrics to assess and improve safety performance.
Safety Director
Road and Rail Services
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Served as Road and Rail Services initial point of contact for all issues related to health and safety. Responsible for 62 sites nationwide involving loading/unloading rail cars, track and rail car repair and testing
- Led the company’s executive health and safety committee while provided guidance to department supervisors regarding best practices for maintaining safe work environments tailored to their specific needs.
- Streamlined communication channels between departments for reporting potential hazards or unsafe conditions, enabling prompt action and resolution.
- Performed routine documented audits/ inspections of all work sites and equipment to ensure compliance with company safety policies and provide on-site hazard assessments with coordinated corrective action
- Conducted thorough investigations into workplace accidents, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Collaborated with local and regional human resources to effectively manage worker’s compensation claims
- Promoted a continuous improvement mindset among employees when it comes to workplace safety, fostering an atmosphere of open dialogue about potential issues or concerns.
- Coordinated with regulatory agencies such as OSHA, MSHA and FRA to ensure compliance with federal and state safety standards.
- Managed, developed, and maintained the training processes and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Identified action-based health and safety goals for site leadership team members and supervisors to support achievement of site-specific targets and objectives
Health & Safety Coordinator
Cascades Container Packaging Group
01.2022 - 01.2023
- I oversaw more than 500 company employees and contractors leading to over 750,000 safe work hours while reducing workplace accidents by effectively coordinating safety training programs for all employees.
- Managed all health and safety processes. Performed routine safety auditing with strong visibility and engagement with employees
- I chaired the Health and Safety Committee, Responsible for all emergency procedures and emergency response plans
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify potential hazards, leading to safer work environments for all staff members.
- I reviewed job hazard assessments (JHA’s) to ensure that proper risk management is incorporated into all tasks being performed on site
- I organized and conducted training for employees pertaining to Electrical Hazards, Machine Guarding, Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazardous Materials, LOTO, Confined Space, Hot Work, Crane/Sling, Forklift and Fire Extinguishers
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing necessary control measures.
- Played a key role in the implementation of a proactive safety management system, resulting in sustained improvements in workplace safety metrics.
- Facilitated incident investigations to determine root causes, providing recommendations on preventative measures to avoid future occurrences.
Adjunct Emergency Response Team Instructor (Part-Time)
FDM Safety Services
07.2018 - 02.2022
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Instructed Industrial Emergency Response Teams in all aspects of emergency response to include HAZWOPER (8hr, 24hr & 40hr), Incident Command, Confined Space Rescue
- OSHA Certified Outreach Instructor for General Industry with a vast knowledge of NFPA and OSHA standards
- Instructed OSHA 10 & 30 Courses for Industrial Team Members and Emergency Responders
- Assisted industry safety personnel by conducting reviews and recommending updates to company’s emergency response plans
Assistant Fire Chief
Fort Lee Fire & Emergency Services
06.1999 - 12.2021
- Coordinated interagency cooperation during large-scale incidents, ensuring efficient resource allocation and response efforts.
- Participated in the selection, placement, promotion, development, safety, appraisals, and discipline of Fire Department employees, ensuring compliance with Directives and Standard Operating Procedures
- Enhanced training programs for firefighters, resulting in increased efficiency during real-life emergencies.
- I coordinated the preventive maintenance and repairs to all the department’s apparatus and facilities to find and correct any safety deficiencies
- Established and continuously revised administrative policies and departmental standard operating guidelines to foster a safe and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) compliant environment
- I regularly coordinated with Emergency Managers in developing and implementing an overall long-term strategic plan for force and installation protection
- Functioned as team leader for special operations team (Regional Hazardous Materials and Technical Rescue) developed standard operations procedures, instructed/tracked training, budgeted for equipment purchases, established training schedules
- Established strong relationships with neighboring jurisdictions through mutual aid agreements and collaborative training efforts.
Crash Fire Rescue Specialist
United States Air Force
02.1990 - 06.1999
- Directed assigned crew in the performance of crash/rescue and firefighting duties at airfields handling complex bombers, fighter, cargo, and passenger aircraft
- Performed supervisory duties including preparing duties rosters, delegating station duties, handling complaints and personnel issues, counseling individuals for derogatory actions, recommending firefighters for promotion and awards
- A member of a worldwide deployable firefighting team able to provide fire protection anywhere in the world within 36 hours of notification
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Fire Science Management
American Military University
05-2008
Safety Program Operations Course -
National Fire Academy
Emmitsburg, MDDoD Fire Academy -
Chanute Air Force Base
On Scene Incident Commanders Course -
Maxwell AFB
Emergency Response and Recovery Course -
Camp Blanding
Emergency Operations Center Course -
Camp Blanding
Army Management Staff College -
Fort Leavenworth
U.S. Air Force Rescue School -
Ramstein AB
Hazardous Materials Technician - Train-the-Trainer -
Goodfellow AFB
Non-Commissioned Officers Academy -
Pope AFB
Air Force Airman Leadership Course -
Rhein Main AB
Skills
- Workplace inspections
- Hazard identification
- Safety policy development
- Accident investigation
- Permitting and licensing
- Occupational health
- Safety training
- Incident reporting
- Ergonomics evaluation
- Chemical safety
- Waste management
- Machine guarding
- Industrial hygiene
- Safety audits
- First aid training
Technical Certifications
- Fire Officer V
- Fire Instructor III
- Fire Inspector III
- Fire & Life Safety Educator II
- Fire Department Incident Safety Officer
- Fire Department Health and Safety Officer
- Hazardous Materials Safety Officer
- Hazardous Materials Technician Instructor
- Hazardous Materials Incident Command
- Virginia and DoD FEMA ICS L449 Instructor
- VDFP Hazardous Materials Operations Level Instructor
- Driver/Operator Pumper, ARFF, Aerial, Mobile Water Supply
- Emergency Medical Technician – Intermediate
- NWCG Wildland Firefighter I, II Certified
- OSHA 10 & 30 Certification
- OSHA 501 Train the Trainer for Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry
- VDFP Live Fire Instructor
- VDFP EVOC Level 1, 2, 3
- OSHA 511 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry
- FEMA EMI Professional Development Series
- IS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 775, 800, 2900.
- Homeland Security Exercise Evaluation Program (HSEEP)
Timeline
Environmental Health and Safety Manager
REV Ambulance Group
02.2024 - Current
Safety Director
Road and Rail Services
01.2023 - 02.2024
Health & Safety Coordinator
Cascades Container Packaging Group
01.2022 - 01.2023
Adjunct Emergency Response Team Instructor (Part-Time)
FDM Safety Services
07.2018 - 02.2022
Assistant Fire Chief
Fort Lee Fire & Emergency Services
06.1999 - 12.2021
Crash Fire Rescue Specialist
United States Air Force
02.1990 - 06.1999
Safety Program Operations Course -
National Fire Academy
DoD Fire Academy -
Chanute Air Force Base
On Scene Incident Commanders Course -
Maxwell AFB
Emergency Response and Recovery Course -
Camp Blanding
Emergency Operations Center Course -
Camp Blanding
Army Management Staff College -
Fort Leavenworth
U.S. Air Force Rescue School -
Ramstein AB
Hazardous Materials Technician - Train-the-Trainer -
Goodfellow AFB
Non-Commissioned Officers Academy -
Pope AFB
Air Force Airman Leadership Course -
Rhein Main AB
Bachelor’s Degree - Fire Science Management
American Military University
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