Elliott Higgs
Safety Manager
Forsyth,IL
Summary
Skilled in developing and implementing comprehensive health and safety programs to mitigate workplace hazards. Experience includes conducting risk assessments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and training staff on safety protocols. Strong analytical skills paired with ability to effectively communicate across all organizational levels. Contributed to significant reduction in workplace injuries through proactive safety management strategies.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Safety Coordinator
Flex-N-Gate
Urbana, IL
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Supervised safety audits and oversaw investigations into plant quality issues.
- Ensured that all workers are trained in proper lockout and tagout procedures prior to working on energized equipment.
- Investigated safety incidents and drafted reports detailing results.
- Managed safety and health programs, enforcing compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
- Provided guidance on safe work practices including proper use of Personal Protective Equipment.
- Participated in business safety committee meetings and health and safety audits.
- Maintained and updated emergency response plans or procedures.
- Collaborated with third-party vendors providing occupational health services such as drug testing and physical examinations.
- Maintained records related to OSHA compliance such as accident reports, safety inspection logs.
- Inspected or evaluated workplace environments, equipment or practices to verify compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
- Investigated employee accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop preventive measures.
- Worked closely with Human Resources department regarding Workers' Compensation claims administration.
Safety Technician
Adient One
Decatur, IL
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Performed regular workplace hazard assessments to identify potential risks or hazards in the work environment.
- Monitored workers' use of personal protective equipment for compliance with established standards.
- Identified and raised awareness of prevalent unsafe behaviors, executing injury prevention efforts to instill facility personnel with core value of workplace safety.
- Completed permit and safety inspections for workplaces on strict timelines.
- Maintained records of inspections, tests, and evaluations of safety systems.
- Trained employees and managers in standard safety procedures, use of safety equipment and behavior-based safety observation techniques.
- Conducted accident investigations, identified root causes, and recommended corrective actions to prevent future incidents.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Safety Manager
Mv Transportation Inc.
Decatur, IL
03.2021 - 12.2022
- Reviewed incident reports from workers' compensation claims to assess effectiveness of current safety measures.
- Developed and created materials for new employee health and safety orientations.
- Inspected company buildings and job sites to identify possible hazardous conditions and immediately remedied these issues with corrective actions.
- Conducted trainings for company employees on safety initiatives to comply with federal regulations.
- Assisted in the development of emergency response plans in case of accidents or disasters.
- Created reports on health and safety metrics such as accident rates, lost time days.
- Investigated incidents of injury or illness to determine root cause and corrective action plans.
- Evaluated workplace environment and equipment to identify potential hazards.
ESH Technician
Aerotek
Mason City, IL
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Maintained records of repairs, calibrations, and tests performed on equipment.
- Conducted preventive maintenance procedures according to established schedules.
- Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Conducted safety training or education programs to demonstrate use of safety equipment.
- Maintained and updated emergency response plans or procedures.
- Ensured that all workers were wearing proper personal protective equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fruita Monument High School
Fruita, CO06-1989
Skills
- Safety audits
- Incident investigation
- Lockout/tagout procedures
- Regulatory compliance
- Emergency response planning
- Personal protective equipment
- Risk assessment
- Safety courses
- Workers compensation claims
Certification
- Current OSHA 30
- EPA certifications ISO 14001, Method 9 Emissions/ Type 2
- COVID Compliance trained
- NFPA Trained
- Human Resources Training Conformances( Sexual Harassment, Pre-Hire Orientation, Run, Hide, Fight)
- Office Software and Hardware training ( Excell, Microsoft, Power Point, Etc.)
Affiliations
- Inline Speed Skater
- Christian Youth Leader
Accomplishments
- Safety Shark program for MV Transit (modified walkaround and daily composure)
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Safety Coordinator
Flex-N-Gate
07.2023 - 10.2024
Safety Technician
Adient One
12.2022 - 03.2023
Safety Manager
Mv Transportation Inc.
03.2021 - 12.2022
ESH Technician
Aerotek
03.2020 - 03.2021
High School Diploma -
Fruita Monument High School
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