Derek Strohl
Waxahachie,TX
Summary
Knowledgeable Health and Safety Specialist with solid background in implementing workplace safety protocols and conducting risk assessments. Successfully led initiatives resulting in improved compliance and reduced incidents. Demonstrated skills in hazard identification and emergency response planning.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Workplace Health & Safety Specialist
Amazon
Dallas, TX
07.2021 - Current
- Lead EHS initiatives in a high-volume distribution facility, ensuring OSHA and EPA compliance for a 1M+ sq. ft. fulfillment center.
- Develop and deliver safety and environmental training for 300 plus associates, including OSHA 30, hazard recognition, and ergonomic best practices.
- Conducted risk assessments and identified potential hazards in operational processes.
- Facilitated training sessions on safety protocols for employees across multiple departments.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends and recommend corrective actions for prevention.
- Monitored safety equipment and conducted inspections to maintain regulatory standards.
- Led investigations into accidents, documenting findings and implementing preventive measures.
- Enhanced employee awareness of health and safety regulations through comprehensive training programs.
- Serve as safety site lead for hazard hunts, safety committee activities, and corrective action tracking.
- Conduct incident investigations and root cause analyses, managing injury case files in compliance with Worker’s Compensation requirements.
- Partner with operations to implement Lean/5S process improvements, reducing recordable injury rates by 13% in 12 months.
- Conduct weekly EHS inspections, ensuring hazard mitigation and safe work practices across multiple departments.
Cell Tower Safety Supervisor
TL Wallace Construction
Various Sites
04.2018 - 07.2021
- Directed EHS compliance on cell tower construction, maintenance, and electrical upgrade projects, including hazard identification, fall protection, and lockout/tagout procedures.
- Conducted daily safety briefings and toolbox talks focused on tower climbing, RF exposure, confined spaces, and electrical hazards.
- Coordinated with contractors and tower technicians to ensure strict adherence to OSHA, NFPA 70E, FCC, and site-specific safety plans.
- Maintained comprehensive regulatory documentation, including permits, inspection reports, incident logs, and electrical safety compliance records.
- Led spill response, environmental hazard mitigation, and site restoration efforts in compliance with EPA and local environmental guidelines.
- Developed and implemented fall protection plans, electrical safety protocols, and tower-specific emergency response procedures.
Section Sergeant
U.S. Army
Fort Drum, NY
11.2014 - 04.2018
- Lead and mentor a 15-man team, ensuring discipline, readiness, and accountability.
- Coordinate tactical operations and intelligence gathering efforts.
- Provide comprehensive training and guidance in tactics and leadership development.
- Execute base defense and security operations with precision and professionalism.
Education
BS - Security Management
American Military Institute
Skills
- Hazard identification
- Safety policies
- Safety training
- Incident reporting
- Industrial hygiene
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Organizational skills
Certification
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
- OSHA 10-Hour
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- NIMS ICS Certified 100,200,700, and 800
Timeline
Workplace Health & Safety Specialist
Amazon
07.2021 - Current
Cell Tower Safety Supervisor
TL Wallace Construction
04.2018 - 07.2021
Section Sergeant
U.S. Army
11.2014 - 04.2018
BS - Security Management
American Military Institute