Dawn Townes
Summary
Experienced Workplace Health and Safety Specialist with a strong focus on safety training, incident investigation, and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in developing effective safety programs and leading audits to enhance workplace safety.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Workplace Health and Safety Specialist
Amazon Sortation
Avenel
11.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented safety training programs for new employees.
- Collaborated with management to enforce compliance with safety regulations.
- Inspected equipment and facilities for adherence to safety standards.
- Conducted safety audits to identify potential hazards in the sortation center.
- Facilitated regular safety meetings to promote a culture of awareness.
- Provided guidance on the proper use of personal protective equipment in hazardous environments.
- Assisted in investigating workplace accidents and identifying preventive measures.
- Investigated injuries, accidents, and incidents to identify root causes and develop preventive strategies.
- Developed comprehensive action plans for addressing any non-compliance issues identified during inspections.
- Analyzed incident reports to recommend improvements in safety procedures.
- Educated staff members about OSHA guidelines related to workplace hazards such as chemical exposure or electrical shock.
- Analyzed data from incident reports to identify trends or patterns that could lead to improved safety outcomes.
- Participated in risk assessment meetings with stakeholders to discuss ways of reducing workplace hazards.
- Monitored compliance of safety standards, maintained records of inspections, and reported findings to management.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to governmental safety regulations, industry standards, and internal policies.
- Reviewed new construction projects for compliance with occupational health requirements prior to commencement.
- Led teams of risk management and operational personnel in development of hazard analyses and risk assessments.
- Prepared monthly reports detailing health and safety performance metrics such as number of incidents reported or injury rates over time.
Director
WT CARES
Bayonne
04.2017 - 08.2019
- Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Led strategic planning initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness and service delivery.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the company.
- Oversaw compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards in operations.
- Directed staff training programs to improve skill sets and team performance.
- Analyzed program effectiveness to identify areas for improvement and innovation.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to gather input and align on organizational goals.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop community outreach programs and partnerships.
Education
Certification Of Completion - Human Resources Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH 08.2023 - 11.2023
Skills
- Safety training
- Risk assessment
- Compliance monitoring
- Accident investigation
- Hazard analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Incident investigation
- Data analysis
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certification Of Completion - Human Resources Management
Southern New Hampshire University
08.2023 - 11.2023
Workplace Health and Safety Specialist
Amazon Sortation
11.2019 - Current
Director
WT CARES
04.2017 - 08.2019