GARRETT HORNSBY
Ponchatoula,LA
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented industrial safety leader with over 10 years of hands-on field experience, dedicated to fostering a culture of safety and compliance. Exceptional analytical and organizational skills, combined with a proven ability to coach and mentor craft and supervisory personnel. Committed to building positive relationships that enhance employee integrity and loyalty, driving a strong safety culture as the foundation for operational excellence. Passionate about implementing innovative safety strategies that protect workers and promote overall organizational success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Specialist
Monarch Solutions
Kentwood, LA
08.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive safety audits to identify hazards and improve compliance.
- Developed and implemented training programs on safety protocols for employees.
- Evaluated risk assessments and recommended mitigation strategies to enhance workplace safety.
- Collaborated with management to establish safety policies and procedures aligned with regulations.
- Provided timely guidance and support for employees involved in accidents or near misses, facilitating speedy recovery and return-to-work efforts when appropriate.
Regional Safety Manager
H Williams LLC
Amite, LA
07.2024 - 05.2025
- Directed regional safety and compliance initiatives across food-grade manufacturing facilities under FSMA and CGMP regulatory frameworks.
- Championed a proactive safety culture while ensuring adherence to food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance standards.
- Developed and implemented safety programs to mitigate risks and enhance workplace safety culture.
- Conducted regular safety audits to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on safety protocols, improving overall team awareness and performance.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends and recommend proactive measures for risk reduction.
Safety Supervisor
SWAT "Specialty Welding And Turnarounds"
Gonzales, LA
03.2018 - 07.2024
- Completed workplace safety and hazard inspections.
- Reviewed company processes and suggested methods that would improve overall safety for all employees.
- Inspected work practices and procedures to ensure compliance with company and federal regulations.
- Trained company employees in safety procedures and provided in-depth documentation for review.
- Instructed employees on OSHA standards.
- Worked hand in hand with company as well client leadership and supervision to develop new and innovative ways to implement and ensure work site safety
Safety Specialist
Risk Wise Safety Consulting
Prairieville, LA
02.2017 - 03.2018
- Supported audit procedures to check all procedures, processes and work standards.
- Led training courses for employees at all levels.
- Wrote reports outlining safety issues and potential correction options.
- Held daily company as well as client site safety leadership meetings in order review and discuss developing safety concerns and patterns.
- Developed a strong safety culture that would help build employee involvement/ improvement on encountered and prevented work hazards.
Regional Safety Supervisor
Cianbro
Baltimore, MD
01.2016 - 02.2017
- Worked with leadership/supervision to resolve unforeseen problems, improve operations and provide exceptional customer service.
- Developed team communications and information for job scope critical safety meetings.
- Negotiated agreements between employees to clarify misunderstood directions and resolve conflicts affecting performance.
- Managed quality assurance program including on site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
Safety Specialist
REPCON Inc.
Saint Gabriel, LA
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Led training courses for employees at all levels.
- Supported audit procedures to check all procedures, processes and work standards.
- Developed recommendations to reduce hazards by improving gear, behaviors and procedures.
- Eliminated dangerous behaviors potentially impacting worker safety through careful analysis and process optimization.
- Collected samples of materials and coordinated testing for hazardous conditions i.e. Lead/Asbestos/Silica.
- Inspected safety gear and equipment and trained employees on usage and care.
Safety Technician
Performance Contractors
Baton Rouge, LA
02.2012 - 01.2014
- Updated contract, project and crew leaders with daily status reports on observations and incidents.
- Assessed compliance of site operations, accuracy of forms and adequate employee notification for different policies.
- Directed record-keeper and paperwork preparation in line with OSHA requirements.
- Monitored safety and assessed risk levels and mitigation strategies at industrial work sites and on construction jobs.
- Conducted new employee interviews, orientation and training, and provided ongoing monitoring and evaluation.
Environmental Health & Safety Technician
Wood Group Industrial
Denver, CO
01.2010 - 02.2012
- Drove continuous improvement initiatives within environmental health, safety and sanitation areas.
- Investigated complaints and expediently resolved concerns.
- Implemented OSHA guidelines on chemical spills and exposure.
- Constant and multiple field walkthroughs and observations to gain knowledge of unforeseen and preventable hazards or conditions.
- Always encouraging employee engagement with any issues they see before and during job tasks.
- Gas testing and monitoring prior to confined space entries or hot work practices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jewel M. Sumner High School
Kentwood, LAAssociate of Science - undefined
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LAAviation Electrical Operations
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT)
Pensacola, FLConstruction Site Safety
Baton Rouge Community College
Baton Rouge, LASkills
- Training and development
- Accident/Incident Investigation
- Field Safety Management
- Sanitation Compliance with FSMA and CGMP Regulations
- Personnel Management
- Risk Assessment/Management
- Operations of Security and Safety
- OSHA Record Keeping
- Military team building
- Decision making and Coaching
- Emergency Management
- Environmental Awareness
- Safety Systems Analysis
- EHS Infrastructure
Certification
-CSST Certified Site Safety Technician-
-Safety Sanitation Training and Awareness Training-
-Hazwoper, Hazmat, and Emergency Procedure trained-
-High Level Security Passport Clearance-
-US Department of Homeland Security TWIC card holder-
-OSHA 10 Hour Training for Construction-
-OSHA 30 Hour Training for Construction-
-OSHA 712 Safety Supervision and Leadership-
-OSHA 800 Introduction to Construction Safety and Management-
-OSHA 300 Recordkeeping-
-Top Secret Clearance through the United States Navy-
-First Aid/CPR Certified-
-Forklift/Manlift/Skid Steer Operator Qualified-
-NCCER Boilermaking-
Timeline
Safety Specialist
Monarch Solutions
08.2025 - Current
Regional Safety Manager
H Williams LLC
07.2024 - 05.2025
Safety Supervisor
SWAT "Specialty Welding And Turnarounds"
03.2018 - 07.2024
Safety Specialist
Risk Wise Safety Consulting
02.2017 - 03.2018
Regional Safety Supervisor
Cianbro
01.2016 - 02.2017
Safety Specialist
REPCON Inc.
01.2014 - 01.2017
Safety Technician
Performance Contractors
02.2012 - 01.2014
Environmental Health & Safety Technician
Wood Group Industrial
01.2010 - 02.2012
Associate of Science - undefined
Southeastern Louisiana University
Aviation Electrical Operations
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT)
Construction Site Safety
Baton Rouge Community College
High School Diploma -
Jewel M. Sumner High School