Danielle Small
Defiance,Ohio
Summary
Exceptionally dependable and detail-oriented Senior Safety Specialist with a stellar record of workplace safety improvements. Adept at professional communication with employees at all levels. Able to function well as a team member or independently. Innovative problem solver driven towards transparent, compliant, value-adding and efficient solutions. Excels in analyzing complex problems to derive solutions in health and safety compliance. Demonstrated leadership ability in diverse workforces, setting and achieving goals and objectives Skilled in presenting complex concepts and data formally and informally to various audiences Skilled in hazard assessment, mitigation, and risk management. Skilled in written and verbal communication especially in collaboration with teams or diverse groups.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Senior Safety Specialist
Johns Manville
05.2023 - Current
- Effectively led crew of peers during supervisor absences
- Swiftly comprehend, analyze and acquire all job functions as SRS within safety department without previous experience.
- Guide safety team with forward-thinking concepts and insights derived from comprehensive training in hourly positions and continuous learning.
- Coordinated EHS training programs through collaboration with managers and supervisors to enhance team safety knowledge.
- Perform, organize, and report on routine inspections to maintain compliance with safety standards.
- Oversaw all activities of Safety Department across entire plant to ensure compliance and safety.
- Collaborated with teams to identify potential hazards in work areas.
- Implemented safety protocols and procedures across various departments.
- Led incident investigations to determine root causes and improvement measures.
- Facilitated safety meetings to foster a culture of awareness and prevention, engaging employees in proactive safety practices.
- Reviewed and updated safety documentation to reflect current standards.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in workplace safety management.
- Assisted in the development of emergency preparedness plans for natural disasters or other events that could pose a threat to employee safety.
- Analyzed injury rate trends and developed targeted strategies to reduce incidents and improve workplace safety.
- Created reports summarizing data related to workplace injuries, illnesses, and near misses for senior management review.
- Recommended cost effective solutions that eliminate hazardous conditions while maintaining production efficiency.
- Reviewed new technologies or processes for potential hazards prior to implementation.
- Developed and implemented safety policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Conducted audits of safety systems across multiple sites for compliance with corporate standards.
- Performed regular inspections of workplaces to identify health and safety risks, such as unsafe working conditions or practices.
- Conducted risk assessments of operations and identified potential hazards or areas of improvement.
- Engaged in labor-management meetings to address occupational health and safety issues, focusing on ergonomics initiatives.
- Engaged medical professionals, industrial hygienists, and environmental consultants to support safety initiatives.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA standards by monitoring company activities regularly.
- Facilitated annual refresher courses on hazard communication, confined space entry, lockout and tagout.
- Led incident investigations involving fatalities or serious injuries requiring OSHA reporting requirements.
- Trained and assisted employees in the use of personal protective equipment and communicated safety requirements.
- Monitored safety of construction activities, making on-site personnel protection top priority.
- Reported on key metrics and safety improvements in staff meetings, answering questions and providing insight.
- Reviewed records and staff position requirements to schedule employees for appropriate OSHA training.
- Trained new employees in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents with proper behaviors.
- Participated in business safety committee meetings and health and safety audits.
- Determined root causes of accidents via in-depth investigations and identified potential prevention strategies to mitigate future risk.
- Wrote technical reports, data entry and queries into various safety and health databases.
- Supported health and safety technicians aligned to facility by providing guidance, coaching and direction.
- Developed and created materials for new employee health and safety orientations.
- Investigated adequacy of ventilation, exhaust equipment or lighting potentially affecting employee health and performance.
- Developed noise surveys, continuous atmosphere monitoring and ventilation surveys.
- Coordinated right-to-know programs regarding hazardous chemicals or other substances.
Safety Specialist
Johns Manville
08.2022 - 05.2023
Safety Resource Specialist
Johns Manville
02.2020 - 08.2022
Inspector Packer
Johns Manville
11.2010 - 02.2020
Acting Foreman
Johns Manville
01.2016 - 01.2020
Education
Bachelor's - Business Marketing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN - Online Adult Program01-2015
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Risk assessment
- Incident investigation
- Incident analysis
- Accident investigation
- Safety auditing
- Workplace inspections
- Safety implementation
- Safety training
- Hazard identification
- Confined space entry
- EHS coordination
- Data analysis
- Process improvement
- Program development
- Program assessments
- Site auditing
- Compliance audit
- Project Management
- Effective communication
- Strategic Thinker
- Problem Solving
- Time management
- Ergonomics evaluation
- Compliance audit
- Workplace inspections
Accomplishments
Ergonomic Resident Expert - score reduction average of 25 points throughout all assessments created, training to numerous plants throughout the states, multiple best practice awards for implementations
Personal Information
Title: Senior Safety Specialist
Key Skills
- Quick Learner - self-taught two new programs effectively for delivery of required Safety Program materials to employees
- Active Listener - able to openly listen to employees concerns and establish quick remedies while we work to implement new strategies
- Strategic Thinker - demonstrate ability to process information given and ask questions where necessary to form the proper solution
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Safety Skills, Industrial Ergonomics/Humantech, Adobe Captivate, Teams, One Note, Visio
- Time Management - proven ability to juggle multiple high priority tasks
- Detail Oriented - a reputation for thorough process documentation creation, review and training
- Knowledgeable in records management life-cycle process including paper and digital content
- Communication - Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to express complex ideas effectively (completed Crucial Conversations training)
Certification
OSHA 30 hour certification OSHA 511, 05/31/24
Timeline
Senior Safety Specialist
Johns Manville
05.2023 - Current
Safety Specialist
Johns Manville
08.2022 - 05.2023
Safety Resource Specialist
Johns Manville
02.2020 - 08.2022
Acting Foreman
Johns Manville
01.2016 - 01.2020
Inspector Packer
Johns Manville
11.2010 - 02.2020
Bachelor's - Business Marketing
Indiana Wesleyan University