Federico Rios
Mission,USA
Summary
Dynamic Environmental, Health & Safety Manager skilled in project and compliance management. Expertise in developing training programs, implementing safety measures that lead to improved performance with reduced risks and injuries. I have a strong emphasis on collaboration and continuous improvement in safety practices, as well as a commitment to fostering a proactive safety culture.
Overview
2
2
Languages
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Safety Manager
Priority One Safety Services
Dallas, TX
09.2025 - Current
- Conducted regular safety audits to ensure compliance with regulations, enhancing safety standards in Data Center construction.
- Facilitated safety training sessions for team members and contractors, fostering a culture of safety awareness.
- Collaborated with project managers to integrate safety measures into project plans.
- Monitored site conditions and identified potential hazards proactively.
- Managed development of job-safety analysis documents, improving clarity and compliance for all tasks at worksites.
- Coordinated implementation of new technologies designed to improve worker safety.
- Audited subcontractors' performance against established health and safety requirements.
- Created site-specific safety plans in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Facilitated safety meetings to discuss concerns and share best practices.
- Provided guidance on proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Reviewed contractor's safety plans for adherence to federal and state regulations as well as company standards.
EHS Manager
Novolex-Durobag
Brownsville, TX
09.2022 - 09.2025
- As the Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager, I play a key role in continuous efforts to reduce employee injuries and improve facility operations.
- I ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations through effective EHS program development and implementation. Including, but not limited to, Hearing Conservation, Respiratory Protection, Hazard Communication, Confined Space, LOTO, Machine Guarding, SWPPP, Fire Protection, Emergency Action Plans, CPR, First Aid and AED requirements.
- Streamline EHS program implementation, significantly reducing workplace injuries and improving operational efficiency across the facility.
- Partnered with engineering and operations teams to integrate safety measures into daily processes, fostering a culture of shared accountability for safety.
- Developed training materials and programs to support regulatory compliance, delivering training to enhance employee safety awareness.
- Conducted hazard, risk, and ergonomic assessments, amending policies and procedures to enhance safety measures.
- Analyze incident reports and evaluate injury case studies based on available facts. Track incident metrics and apply findings. Lead injury and incident inquiries and evaluations.
- Analyze incident metrics to identify patterns, leading to targeted interventions that enhanced workplace safety and minimized risk.
- Mentor the Safety Coordinator, providing guidance that strengthened team capabilities and improved overall safety performance.
- Develop comprehensive training materials that improved employee understanding of safety protocols, fostering a culture of safety awareness and promoting a proactive safety culture.
EHS & Food Safety Director
Lone Star Citrus Growers
Mission, TX
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Implemented OSHA regulations, achieving notable improvements in workplace safety and compliance across operations.
- Streamlined safety audits and inspections, improving documentation accuracy and reducing incident response times.
- Analyzed safety program effectiveness, identifying gaps and driving targeted improvements that strengthened overall operational safety. Also conducted audits, inspections, and maintained documentation.
- Managed safety programs including fall protection, PSM, and hazardous waste, ensuring comprehensive documentation and adherence to safety standards.
- Fostered a culture of safety by implementing comprehensive training programs, leading to noticeable improvements in compliance and employee engagement.
- Created and facilitated comprehensive safety training sessions, fostering team engagement and significantly boosting safety awareness among personnel.
- Developed and implemented safety policies for citrus processing operations.
- Compiled monthly reports detailing key performance indicators such as injury rates, inspection results.
EHS Coordinator - Texas Division
Wonderful Citrus
Mission, TX
07.2018 - 01.2022
- Planned, implemented, and oversaw the company's employee safety policies, maintaining compliance with OSHA guidelines to reduce work-related injuries.
- Implemented comprehensive safety audits, leading to improved compliance rates and significantly reduced work-related incidents.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities, leading to enhanced safety protocols and measurable improvements in compliance.
- Developed safety trainings and coordinated quarterly policy reviews, resulting in improved adherence to OSHA guidelines and lower incident rates.
- Orchestrated quarterly policy reviews, driving substantial improvements in compliance with OSHA guidelines and significantly lowering incident rates.
- Prepared and presented detailed reports on safety incidents, utilizing ENABLON system data to inform strategies that mitigated future risks.
- Facilitated site-specific safety trainings across Texas operations, promoting safety awareness and enhancing compliance.
- Collaborated with Human Resources to establish an employee onboarding process focused on safety compliance.
Education
High School Dipoloma -
James Nikki Rowe High School
McAllen, TX05-2006
Psychology -
The University of Texas Pan American
Edinburg, TX08-2008
OSHA 30 -
OSHA outreach
OSHA-510 - Construction Safety
The University of Texas - Arlington
07-2012
Occupational Health and Safety Manager -
OSHAcademy
ONLINE02-2019
Train-the-Trainer Powered Industrial Trucks Instructor -
Forklift Training Systems
09-2023
Train-the-Trainer Aerial Lift Instructor -
Forklift Training Systems
09-2023
Train-the-Trainer CPR/Firs-Aid/AED Instructor -
HSI - Health & Safety Institute
ICS-100 Introduction to Incident Command Systems -
FEMA
Skills
- Safety Management
- Incident management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Emergency Management
- Construction Safety
- Industrial Safety
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Project & Risk Management
- Process Improvement
- Root Cause Analysis
- Training Development
- Microsoft Office
- Employee Engagement
- Environmental Compliance
Personal Information
- Title: Environmental, Health & Safety Manager
- Date of Birth: 04/05/88
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Project Safety Manager
Priority One Safety Services
09.2025 - Current
EHS Manager
Novolex-Durobag
09.2022 - 09.2025
EHS & Food Safety Director
Lone Star Citrus Growers
02.2022 - 06.2022
EHS Coordinator - Texas Division
Wonderful Citrus
07.2018 - 01.2022
High School Dipoloma -
James Nikki Rowe High School
Psychology -
The University of Texas Pan American
OSHA 30 -
OSHA outreach
OSHA-510 - Construction Safety
The University of Texas - Arlington
Occupational Health and Safety Manager -
OSHAcademy
Train-the-Trainer Powered Industrial Trucks Instructor -
Forklift Training Systems
Train-the-Trainer Aerial Lift Instructor -
Forklift Training Systems
Train-the-Trainer CPR/Firs-Aid/AED Instructor -
HSI - Health & Safety Institute
ICS-100 Introduction to Incident Command Systems -
FEMA