Daniel Benter CSP, ASP, CHST
Summary
Articulate Safety Manager with 40-year track record of developing and implementing successful safety programs. Experienced in cultivating safe and positive work environments to reduce risk, increase morale and promote overall commitment to safety. Certified Safety Professional with an exceptional background in risk assessment and auditing. Methodical and well-trained and promoting excellent decision-making skills. Pursuing a safety-oriented role with a new company in Southern California. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Area Safety Manager
Environmental Construction Group INC.
09.2023 - Current
- Ensured timely communication of safety-related information to employees, including updated policies, procedures, and regulatory changes.
- Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
- Developed and implemented company procedures that reduced job site accidents.
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
Safety Manager Consultant
EHS Analytical CTS Telecom Building
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Consistently achieved high levels of employee engagement in safety meetings, fostering an environment focused on continuous improvement.
- Implemented corrective actions following incidents to minimize risks and improve overall safety performance.
- Collaborated with management to develop company-wide safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Leveraged OSHA standards as a basis for developing effective safety protocols tailored to organizational needs.
So. Cal Safety Manager
Bagatelos Architectural Glass Systems
07.2021 - 02.2023
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
- Devised and monitored safety performance metrics to assess and improve safety performance.
- Facilitated occupational safety meetings and handled inquiries, questions and concerns in terms of training.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
LAX Area Safety Manager
Austin Commercial
07.2020 - 07.2021
- The Terminal Cores will be a new 3+ level facility on the east side of the Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) with elevators, escalators and stairs The project will also include T 7, T 5.5, minor modifications,
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
SH&E Project Manager
AECOM/ Hunt
05.2019 - 07.2020
- United Airlines LAX East Aircraft Maintenance & GSE Complex, $359M A 420,837 SF aircraft maintenance hangar & GSE complex
- Construction includes a hangar to accommodate two wide-body aircraft, a ground support equipment maintenance facility.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Safety Manager
Swinerton Builders
04.2016 - 04.2019
- Beverly Center - Whole Site Renovation, $300M 886,000 SF high-end mall features 3-levels of retail, 5- levels of parking, the mall remained open and fully operational to shoppers throughout construction
- John Wayne Airport, Terminal A & B Upgrades and Renovation, $101M 448,505 SF large-scale project, included significant upgrades
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
Safety Manager
The Austin Company
09.2015 - 03.2016
- Disneyland Resort, Transportation Service Center and Tram Refueling Depot, $35M This 70,000 SF project included a new ground-up 2-story above grade building with underground service bays for all service vehicles, including trucks, buses, cars, and trams
- Site work included CNG Compressed Natural Gas generating station, wet fuels service station including three 10000-gallon gasoline /diesel fuel tanks and pumps
- Disneyland Resorts, Tram Refueling Depot, $24M
- Disneyland Resort, Environmental Activity Center, $21M
- Disneyland Building 100 Renovation, $1.2M
- Disneyland Resort, Historic Pope House Relocation, $4M
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
Safety Instructor / Trainer
IUPAT
08.1999 - 09.2009
- Build OSHA training programs for Union craft employees of the Glazers, Floor Covers, Painters and Drywall Finishers
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
- Teach apprenticeship school and train in construction safety programs
- Including OSHA, 10 hr„ 30 hr., scaffold standards, fall protection, CPR/ First Aid, overall basics of construction safety
Education
BA - Labor Safety and Health
The National Labor College
Silver Spring, MD12.2007
AA - Occupational Development
Marshall University
Huntington, WV12.2006
Skills
- Auditing Safety Processes
- Staff Training
- Meeting Oversight
- Incident Reporting
- Maintaining Safety Rules
- Crew Safety Meetings
- Risk Identification
- Health and Safety Leadership
- Knowledgeable in Safety Standard]
- Staff Meetings
- Incident Management
- Incident Investigation
Certification
- BOARD OF CERTIFIED SAFETY PROFESSIONALS
- BCSP, Certified Safety Professional CSP-34939
- BCSP, Associate Safety Professional ASP-28598
- BCSP, Construction Health and Safety Technician CHST-8675
Timeline
Area Safety Manager
Environmental Construction Group INC.
09.2023 - Current
Safety Manager Consultant
EHS Analytical CTS Telecom Building
03.2023 - 09.2023
So. Cal Safety Manager
Bagatelos Architectural Glass Systems
07.2021 - 02.2023
LAX Area Safety Manager
Austin Commercial
07.2020 - 07.2021
SH&E Project Manager
AECOM/ Hunt
05.2019 - 07.2020
Safety Manager
Swinerton Builders
04.2016 - 04.2019
Safety Manager
The Austin Company
09.2015 - 03.2016
Safety Instructor / Trainer
IUPAT
08.1999 - 09.2009
BA - Labor Safety and Health
The National Labor College
AA - Occupational Development
Marshall University
- BOARD OF CERTIFIED SAFETY PROFESSIONALS
- BCSP, Certified Safety Professional CSP-34939
- BCSP, Associate Safety Professional ASP-28598
- BCSP, Construction Health and Safety Technician CHST-8675
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