Cynthia McGowan
Hammond,LA
Summary
Adept at fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement, I significantly reduced accident rates at Turner Specialty Services. My expertise spans hazard identification, safety program development, and conducting workplace inspections. Leveraging strong leadership and technical skills, I've effectively implemented safety policies, ensuring compliance and enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Supervisor
Special Welding And Turnarounds
Gonzales, LA
02.2019 - Current
- Promoted a safety-first culture by providing ongoing coaching, feedback, and support to staff members.
- Participated in safety meetings by answering questions from staff members.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Monitored safety practices of new and existing employees.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments for new projects, ensuring all necessary precautions were taken to maintain worker safety.
- Developed targeted safety campaigns aimed at reducing specific types of incidents within the organization.
- Championed a proactive approach to incident prevention by empowering employees to report concerns or near misses, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the workplace.
- Managed site safety documentation, ensuring all necessary permits and certifications were up-to-date and readily available for inspection when required.
Safety Attendant
Turner Specialty Services
Baton Rouge, LA
04.2017 - 01.2019
- Reduced accident rates by implementing effective safety protocols and procedures.
- Kept record of entrants to confined space.
- Established strong relationships with regulatory agencies to ensure up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and requirements.
- Monitored permitted space for worker safety and hazards.
- Informed entrants and supervisor on people entering permitted space.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
Pipefitter Leadman
Brock Services
Baton Rouge, LA
10.2015 - 07.2016
- Contributed to construction efficiency by expertly interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications related to pipefitting assignments.
- Maximized tool lifespan through proper maintenance, cleaning, storage practices leading to reduced equipment costs over time.
- Ensured smooth operations during staff shortages by stepping up as temporary supervisor when required without compromising quality or timeline adherence.
- Upheld a strong safety culture by participating in ongoing training sessions and sharing acquired knowledge with fellow team members.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hammond High School
Hammond,LA05.2000
Skills
- Accident Prevention
- Safety program development
- Implementing safety policies
- Hazard Identification
- Workplace inspections
- Site evaluation
Timeline
Safety Supervisor
Special Welding And Turnarounds
02.2019 - Current
Safety Attendant
Turner Specialty Services
04.2017 - 01.2019
Pipefitter Leadman
Brock Services
10.2015 - 07.2016
High School Diploma -
Hammond High School