Derrick Tyson
Greenville,NC
Summary
Safety professional with extensive experience identifying workplace hazards, implementing preventive measures, and maintaining compliance with applicable safety regulations and industry standards. Proven ability to conduct thorough incident investigations, maintain accurate documentation, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions to minimize risk and prevent recurrence. Highly adaptable, safety-focused, and committed to maintaining safe, compliant, and productive work environments while effectively executing all site-specific safety responsibilities.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Professional
Cologix
Columbus, OH
07.2025 - Current
- Communicated and reinforced site-specific safety standards, policies, and procedures to promote compliance.
- Supported field personnel in conducting daily and monthly safety meetings focused on job-specific hazards and safe work practices.
- Maintained and submitted required safety documentation while actively participating in safety and technology meetings.
- Monitored contractor activities involving scaffolding and enforced compliance with fall protection requirements, including proper use of harnesses and lanyards.
Safety Technician
Panasonic
De Soto, KS
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Ensured the safety and regulatory compliance of employees and contractors across job sites.
- Delivered clear, concise updates on current and projected operational performance to project teams.
- Conducted comprehensive safety inspections of tools, fall protection systems, harnesses, and lanyards, and provided safety training as needed.
- Identified and addressed unsafe acts and conditions, effectively communicating hazards and implementing measures to mitigate potential risks.
Safety Professional
Austin Realty & Construction Space X
McGregor, TX
03.2022 - 04.2024
- Conducted task-specific toolbox meetings with supervisors and project managers to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
- Verified accuracy and compliance of permits, JHAs, and equipment inspections for assigned work activities.
- Coached employees on safety protocols and site policies to enhance awareness of hazards and requirements.
- Supported accident and incident investigations by collecting relevant information and tracking corrective and preventive actions.
Safety Technician
Meta
Albany, OH
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Conducted safety audits to identify hazards and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Assisted in developing and distributing safety communications to reinforce site-specific safety standards, rules, and procedures.
- Implemented corrective actions to mitigate risks and improve workplace safety.
- Monitored compliance indicators and implemented targeted initiatives to enhance operational performance and drive continuous improvement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tarboro High School
Tarboro, NC06-2009
Skills
- Safety audit
- Hazard identification
- Hazard assessment
- Safety inspections
- Procore
- MS Office
- Problem solving
- Safety reporting
Certification
- OSHA 510
- OSHA 30
- CPR/FIRST AID/AED
- NFPA 70E
Timeline
Safety Professional
Cologix
07.2025 - Current
Safety Technician
Panasonic
05.2024 - 06.2025
Safety Professional
Austin Realty & Construction Space X
03.2022 - 04.2024
Safety Technician
Meta
01.2020 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
Tarboro High School