GARY FORBES

Regulatory Operations Professional with extensive experience in Environmental Health, Life Safety, and Emergency Management within healthcare. Proven track record of driving compliance and enhancing safety through effective leadership of cross-functional teams. Adept at managing complex projects with a strategic focus that streamlines operations and reduces costs, achieving superior industry standards.

• Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM)
• Certified Healthcare Safety Professional (CHSP)
• Hospital Accreditation Certified Professional – Physical Environment (HACP-PE)

• Accomplished and results-oriented Regulatory Operations Professional with extensive expertise in managing Environmental Health, Life Safety, and Emergency Management programs within complex healthcare environments.
• Skilled at leading cross-functional teams, driving compliance initiatives, and implementing data-driven solutions to mitigate risks and improve operational efficiency.
• Recognized for aligning organizational practices with NFPA, CMS, and The Joint Commission standards, delivering significant cost savings, and enhancing safety outcomes.
• A strategic leader with proven ability to manage high-stakes projects and influence executive decision-making.

• American Hospital Association (AHA)
• American Society for Healthcare Engineering (ASHE)
• International Board for Certification Services and Management (IBFCSM)
• Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ)

• Led the creation of system-wide policies ensuring continuous compliance with NFPA, CMS, and TJC standards.
• Developed and implemented comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for emergency management training across multiple stakeholders.
• Designed and executed SOPs to streamline the policy implementation process, ensuring consistency and compliance with organizational standards.
• Conducted Tracer Inter-Rater Reliability exercises to validate and enhance compliance for audits and inspections.
• Implemented a data-driven fire system tracking process, reducing activations by 40% and saving $100,000 annually by integrating on-site technician support.