Chris Walger
El Cajo,Ca
Summary
Results-focused leader successful at promoting safety programs and mentoring individuals on ways to avoid mishaps and accidents. History of championing program training in various organizations throughout a well-established career.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety & Security Coordinator
Taylor Guitars
1980 Gillespie Way
06.2021 - Current
- Inspected eight production and administrative buildings on regular basis for compliance with established OSHA safety standards.
- Inspected facilities, machinery, and safety equipment to identify and correct potential hazards, and to ensure safety regulation compliance.
- Conducted industrial hygiene testing (noise, air quality) to verify compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Investigate industrial accidents, injuries, and occupational illnesses to determine causes and preventive measures.
- Conducted monthly worker training in areas such as safety laws, regulations, hazardous condition reporting, and use of safety equipment. This includes safety training for new hire orientation, ongoing re-training, and compliance training.
- Managed worker's compensation program including first report, injury management, and return to work restrictions.
- Coordinated building security, key issuance, and employee badge access program.
- Coordinated monthly emergency response meetings and annual drills (The Great ShakeOut) to increase preparedness and address issues promptly. Used Everbrige Mass Communication platform to reduce roll call times.
- Reviewed and analyzed safety data and statistics to identify trends and areas requiring improvement.
- Conducted monthly compliance audits for Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) program for international shipping activities.
Safety Department
San Diego Metropolitan Transit System
San Diego, CA
03.2016 - 06.2021
- Ensured compliance with safety requirements as outlined in Safety Management System (SMS).
- Researched, compiled, and analyzed data to generate accurate reports on system safety performance such as personal injuries, property damage, and accidents/incidents/emergency brake applications.
- Performed hazard analysis on all safety incidents and accidents, generated conclusive reports, and made recommendations to reduce or eliminate the potential for recurrence.
- Supported the System Safety Manager in the coordination of safety certification processes in association with rail transit projects.
- Conducted annual review, modification and submittal of the agency Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP), per FTA 49 CFR Part 673 and CPUC General Order 164-E guidelines to assure compliance with standards for Rail Transit Agencies and Rail Fixed Guideway Systems.
- Conducted annual internal safety and security audits, interface with regulatory authorities including NTSB, CPUC, Cal/OSHA, FTA, and FRA.
- Coordinated safety promotion activities.
Transportation Controller
San Diego Metropolitan Transit System
San Diego, CA
07.2014 - 03.2016
- Provided for the safety and security of passengers on the Rail Transit System.
- Maintained system wide supervisory control by monitoring train operations, radio communications and various facilities that support the system.
- Exercised supervisory control and directed line operations and other support personnel as required in order to maintain established service levels.
- Implemented corrective actions as required to optimize service levels and minimize adverse system wide impact caused by equipment failures.
- Documented day-to-day operational items as well as unusual occurrences and all items pertaining to property damage and personal injury.
Train Operator
San Diego Metropolitan Transit System
San Diego, CA
02.2011 - 07.2014
- Provided safe operation of Light Rail Vehicle (LRV) trains in revenue and non-revenue service in strict compliance with the MTS Rail Rules and Instructions for Employees.
- Exercised good judgment and adhered to all safety policies and procedures to ensure the safety of passengers and equipment. Operates LRV's during onboard vehicle failures where specific features, i.e., propulsion, braking, etc., are rendered inoperative.
- Made required public address announcements regarding the impact of specific mainline occurrences on train service, as well as other announcements as instructed by Transportation Supervisors/Controllers. to crews and customers.
Aviation Ordnanceman
U.S. Navy Naval Air Station
Lemoore, CA
09.2004 - 09.2009
- Responsible for supervising a loading team while attached to an F/A-18 squadron.
- Provided direct oversight for the safe handling of live ordnance during loading and off-loading operations.
- Responsible for the Squadrons ammunition accounting program
- Quality Assurance Safety Observer responsible for overseeing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on twelve aircraft.
- Secret Government Security Clearance with multiple certifications including; Enlisted Aviation Warfare Specialist, Conventional release systems test team member, conventional weapons loading certification, and I was qualified to operate a weapons forklift while aboard a ship.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Technological Entrepreneurship And Management
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2023
Associate of Arts - Social & Behavioral Science
Grossmont Community College
El Cajon, CA06.2017
Skills
- Emergency Management
- Project Management
- Auditing
- Compliance Management
- Security Operations Management
- Safety and Security
Certification
Certified Safety and Security Director (CSSD) ID# 1084
Affiliations
World Safety Organization
Timeline
Safety & Security Coordinator
Taylor Guitars
06.2021 - Current
Safety Department
San Diego Metropolitan Transit System
03.2016 - 06.2021
Transportation Controller
San Diego Metropolitan Transit System
07.2014 - 03.2016
Train Operator
San Diego Metropolitan Transit System
02.2011 - 07.2014
Aviation Ordnanceman
U.S. Navy Naval Air Station
09.2004 - 09.2009
Bachelor of Science - Technological Entrepreneurship And Management
Arizona State University
Associate of Arts - Social & Behavioral Science
Grossmont Community College