David Whitehead
Clinton,MI
Summary
Dynamic Safety Officer with extensive experience at Elite Technical Services, specializing in accident reduction planning and OSHA compliance. Proven track record in developing safety policies and conducting impactful training sessions, fostering a culture of safety awareness. Adept at incident investigation and team building, ensuring a proactive approach to workplace safety.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Officer
Elite Technichal Services
02.2019 - 08.2025
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear
- for compliance with established safety standards.
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for safe work practices and comply with regulations.
- Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective actions to address underlying issues.
- Collaborated with other departments to integrate safety in all aspects of organization.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Reviewed and analyzed safety data and statistics to identify trends and areas requiring improvement.
- Developed risk assessment models to identify potential compliance risks.
- Managed people.
- Managed many projects.
Field Manager
Elite Technical Services
02.2019 - 08.2025
- Prepared operational budget and directed proper utilization of company resources to meet objectives.
- Maintained technical knowledge of regulations, industry trends and applicable laws regarding human resources for operation.
- Coordinated and scheduled field personnel to cover operations throughout assigned regional area.
- Performed quality control inspections on phases of field operations.
- Facilitated field operations through supervision and direction of field personnel.
- Monitored personnel performance to identify opportunities for improvement and develop solutions to productivity issues.
- Collaborated with multiple departments to meet operational deadlines.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Firefighter
Clinton Fire Department
05.2005 - 06.2021
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Monitored and responded to hazardous gas levels and smoke detectors to avoid injuries and fatalities.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
- Diagnosed and located hazardous materials and other sources of fires.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Managed personnel
Education
High School Diploma - None
Lincoln Consolidated
Willis, MI06.2003
Skills
- Accident reduction planning
- Vehicle safety
- Contamination monitoring
- Occupational safety instruction
- Workplace inspections
- Managing people
- Personal protective equipment
- OSHA compliance
- Risk management
- Evaluations and reporting
- Industrial hygiene
- Environmental monitoring
- Safety training
- Emergency situations
- Decontamination process and procedures
- Safety policies
- Safety and compliance inspections
- Team building
- Incident investigation
- Respiratory protection
- Hazard identification
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Confined space entry
- Fall protection
- Incident reporting
- Workplace safety
- Project Managemant
Certification
OSHA 30 construction, OSHA 30 general industry, OSHA 510, Firefighter 1&2 and Hazmat operations, Advanced First aid and CPR, Rope Rescue Technician, Confined Space Rescue Technician, Hazwhopper 40hr.
Timeline
Safety Officer
Elite Technichal Services
02.2019 - 08.2025
Field Manager
Elite Technical Services
02.2019 - 08.2025
Firefighter
Clinton Fire Department
05.2005 - 06.2021
High School Diploma - None
Lincoln Consolidated
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