Fernando Flores
Odessa,TX
Summary
High-performing professional with substantial experience developing and implementing safety and health programs. Creates safety protocols, conducts hazard assessments and provides education. Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and committed to promoting industrial hygiene and environmental health.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Health & Safety Field Specialist
Endeavor Energy Resources
11.2022 - Current
- Conduct field audits to ensure that HSE compliance is an essential part of day-to-day activities.
- Ensure worksite compliance with OSHA, API, NFPA and company safety standards.
- Perform daily safety audits of worksite operations.
- Analyze accident data, new processes, and machinery for potential safety concern.
- Partner with management in conducting accident and incident investigations, determine root cause, and recommend corrective measures.
- Experience with OSHA investigations and regulations.
- Provide ongoing employee HSE training.
- Communicate regularly with employees and management regarding a variety HSE topics and issues.
HSE Supervisor
ChampionX
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Actively promote safety process and report any safety issues to proper channels for action
- Drive and contribute to continuous improvement culture
- Personally observe safety and security procedures and proper use of equipment and material
- Manage compliance of HSE training plans and programs and delivery of training
- Understand components of HSE Management Systems; maintain accurate data in accordance with applicable record retention requirements
- Implement and maintain company HSE documents adhering to local, state and federal environmental, health and safety regulations
- Coach and mentor one or two levels of direct reports; assign work according to availability, skills, and developmental needs; assess performance and provide feedback to direct reports
- Lead and participate in development of audit programs
- Provide environmental, health and safety training as required by company policy, customer requirements and regulatory bodies
- Ensure case management practices are communicated, implemented, and followed for work related injuries and reasonable accommodations are made to mitigate aggravation of non-work-related injuries
- Lead investigation of incidents and injuries and cooperate in preparation of material and evidence for use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations; prepare studies and analyses of industrial incident causes and hazards to health for use by company personnel and outside agencies
- Manage inspection of regional facilities to detect existing or potential incident and health hazards, determine corrective or preventative measures where indicated, and follow up to ensure measures have been implemented and completed
- Represent organization in community or industry safety groups and programs
- Lead and develop mentoring programs
- Conduct and/or assist with risk assessments (HAZOP/HAZID), incident investigations, and corrective actions
- Compile and analyze HSE statistics and incident reports
- Issue monthly reports
- Advise in selection of leading indicators and statistical data for company focus
- Ensure Fleet IVMS is implemented and assist operations managers in corrective actions needed to improve driving performance
- Maintain confidentiality of all matters
- Other duties as required.
Safety Coordinator
Tripple S Oilfield & Construction
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Assist in formulating, implementing, and maintaining basic policies, programs, and techniques necessary to achieve company goals and regulatory requirements related to safety and environmental issues
- Establish and maintain close working relationships with safety and supervisors to provide for and ensure that employees receive training and development in promoting safe and healthy working environment
- Recognize potential HSE issues and monitor corrective action to prevent reoccurrence
- Develop and conduct HSE reports
- Prepare and file HSE reports
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current legislation by contact with external organizations and bodies in order to be familiar with new developments in HSE
- Comply with all Triple S Company and HSE policies & procedures
- Conduct new hire HSE orientations and biweekly safety training as needed
- Assist in transportation of injured persons to local treating facility
- Conduct incident investigations, online incident reporting, root cause analysis and recommend corrective action
- Identify workplace hazards or unsafe working conditions and ensure appropriate corrective action is taken
- Assist in maintaining all Health Safety and Environmental records, permits, and reports as required by Federal, State(s), and various Local Regulatory Agencies
- Assist with and administer emergency response of spills, first-aid and medical emergencies.
- Conducted regular site inspections, identifying potential hazards and ensuring prompt resolution.
- Provided guidance and resources to employees to maintain safety procedures and enhance protection.
- Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective actions to address underlying issues.
- Coordinated emergency response plans and drills to increase preparedness and address issues promptly.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
HSE Advisor
PTW Energy Services
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Ensured correct and consistent execution of health and safety policies across PTW job sites
- Routinely made jobsite safety visits designed to positively encourage best safety practices
- Identified job site hazards and provided swift consultation to resolve safety issues
- Investigation and reporting of all incidents in timely matter
- Identified company safety training needs and executed safety training programs based on collected information
- Responsible for understanding federal and state occupational safety and health regulations and monitored regulatory changes as occurred
- Conducted and reviewed safety inspections
- Reviewed field operating procedures and provided input for safety and health considerations
- Collaborated with Senior Operations Leadership to develop annual company safety and health goals
- Collaborated closely with human resources, project, and field management for implementation of company safety classes
- Conducted training in various areas
- Maintained Zero Recordable Rate for entirety of HSE employment (2018-2021) in Texas, New Mexico branches
- U.S
- Pandemic Crisis Management Lead.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
- Streamlined processes for incident reporting, resulting in timely investigations and corrective actions.
- Devised and monitored safety performance metrics to assess and improve safety performance.
- Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
- Coordinated emergency response drills to ensure preparedness for potential crises or disasters.
HSE Advisor
USA Environment LP
05.2017 - 01.2018
- Inspecting workplace and exercising strategies for preventing accidents
- Investigating accidents and taking strong measures to avoid any such incidents in future
- Developing and implementing preventive measures and practices
- Maintaining proper working conditions of safety equipment and guiding employees on importance of safety
- Suggesting and purchasing latest safety gears for workers
- Collecting, and summarizing data and safety reports
- Document and implement corrective actions for preventing injuries to workers
- Plan and coordinate safety-related training programs
- Conduct workplace inspections and maintenance on safety equipment
- Determine cause of accidents and implement measures to prevent them
- Ensure compliance with safety regulatory and OSHA standards
- Manage and oversee safety requirements in plant and enforce Risk Management Policies.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
- Devised and monitored safety performance metrics to assess and improve safety performance.
- Performed root cause analysis for incidents to identify preventative measures and improve overall safety performance.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
HSE Manager
Ref-Chem
09.2007 - 09.2016
- Maintain a professional working relationship with site management
- Work as a team member with site management to provide the safest possible work environment for all employees
- Participate with site management in the planning of each job phase to identify all potential hazards and eliminate or minimize those hazards through the use of sound safety practices
- Assist in maintaining a safe working environment through site safety inspection, providing guidance and direction to employees and supervisors on the company’s policies and procedures, as well as those of the customer, state and federal authorities
- Assist site management in performing a hazard analysis prior to each project or as tasks change in order to stay abreast of any new hazardous situations
- Assist site management to ensure that all proper work permits are obtained prior to commencement of work
- Schedule, coordinate, and ensure that safety meetings are conducted in a timely manner in accordance with company policy and those of the customer
- Ensure that employees are aware of all hazardous situations they may encounter on task-to-task, job-to-job, day-to day basis
- Conduct appropriate training as required
- Ensure that all site personnel are in compliance with OSHA and customer required regulations from a training perspective
- Maintain contact with corporate safety department trainer to determine employee training needs
- Assist and coordinate accordingly
- Ensure that all safety recordkeeping requirements are adhered to, such as DOT, OSHA logs, environmental files, accident investigations, employee training, safety meetings, equipment inspection, hazard analysis, etc
- Conduct work site observations, safety audits and inspections of trucks, rigs, tools & equipment, facilities, etc., provide corrective actions as appropriate, and ensure employees have adequate safety equipment and necessary PPE
- Provide a daily report on all safety activities and events
- Be aware of upcoming activities
- Review unsafe activities with project superintendent
- Coordinate corrective measures with site management
- In addition to daily report, maintain daily log to document all job events, activities, and incidents
- Evaluate all injuries for appropriate method treatment
- Provide first aid when appropriate and feasible
- Escort any injured employee that requires medical assistance to the appropriate physician or medical treatment facility
- Work with physician to initiate possible light duty assignments in order to facilitate employees getting back to work as soon as possible
- Maintain follow-up with injured employees and provide progress reports to superintendents, safety department and appropriate corporate management personnel
- Seek guidance from corporate safety in managing care of injured workers
- Provide guidance and assistance to superintendent and other site management conducting accident and near-miss investigations
- Act as lead person to ensure that all accidents are fully investigated, and appropriate reports are completed by management personnel.
- Delivered and coordinated health and safety training for 200 employees, educating on workplace regulations, policies and procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Health And Industrial Hygiene
Odessa College
Odessa, TX12.
BAAS Leadership and Management Occupational Health and Management -
Odessa College
Skills
- Slips, Trips, and Falls Prevention
- Safety Training
- Excavation Safety
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Noise control
- Machine guarding
- Root Cause Analysis
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Hazard Identification
- Environmental Compliance
- Hand tool safety
- Pandemic Preparedness
- Accident investigation
- Critical Thinking
- Permit-to-Work Systems
- Risk Assessment
Safety Training
- OSHA 30
- OSHA 10
- 40 Hr. Hazwoper
- 40 Hr. Norm Safety Officer
- Class D Water License
- Facility Security Awareness (FSA) Training
- Hazmat Transport
- DOT Supervisor Training
- DOT Drug & Alcohol
- Scaffolding
- Hazard Communication
- Job Safety Analysis
- Process Safety Management
- Respiratory and Fit Testing
- Excavation
- Electrical Safe Practices
- Electrical Safety-Grounding Assurance Procedures
- Elevated Work- Fall Prevention
- First Aid/CPR
- Hydrogen Sulfide
- Benzene
- Lock-Out/Tag-Out Procedures
- Permit Required Confined Space Entry
- Fire Prevention
- Rigging Safety
Summary Of Special Skills Training
- Strong supervisory experience and excellent safety and service record.
- Bilingual – English/Spanish
- Ability to set and meet priorities and use good judgment.
- Strong communication, computer, and organizational skills.
- Ability to multi-task, analyze and mitigate risk factors.
- Familiarity with corporate safety programs and policies.
- Ability to conduct training and recommend changes in safety policies.
Timeline
Health & Safety Field Specialist
Endeavor Energy Resources
11.2022 - Current
HSE Supervisor
ChampionX
01.2022 - 11.2022
Safety Coordinator
Tripple S Oilfield & Construction
01.2021 - 01.2022
HSE Advisor
PTW Energy Services
01.2018 - 01.2021
HSE Advisor
USA Environment LP
05.2017 - 01.2018
HSE Manager
Ref-Chem
09.2007 - 09.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Health And Industrial Hygiene
Odessa College
BAAS Leadership and Management Occupational Health and Management -
Odessa College
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