Helen Davis
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Experienced with implementing safety protocols and ensuring regulatory compliance to promote secure work environment. Utilizes risk assessment and hazard analysis to proactively address potential safety concerns. Track record of conducting thorough incident investigations and developing comprehensive safety training programs.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Manager
First Transit -National Express Transit
11.2001 - 06.2018
- Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
- Assume primary responsibility in responding to personal injury and vehicle accident by on the scene investigation
- Trained employees in most current regulations and practices in effort to prevent mishaps and promote overall safety.
- Facilitated meetings with upper management and discuss ways that safety could be improved.
- Facilitated training for 75 or more employees.
- Leveraged OSHA standards as a basis for developing effective safety protocols tailored to organizational needs.
- Established emergency response plans, ensuring preparedness in the event of a crisis or disaster.
- Facilitated safety meetings and handled inquiries, questions and concerns in terms of training.
- Managed relationships with regulatory agencies while maintaining open lines of communication for inspections and compliance reviews.
- Promoted worksite safety by implementing enhanced lockout and tagout maintenance processes.
- Coordinated facility inspections with external auditors to ensure adherence to industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Updated and maintained safety documentation, keeping records accurate for audits and compliance checks.
- Led cross-functional teams in safety drills, improving preparedness for various emergency scenarios.
- Monitored compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations, ensuring company met all legal requirements.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
- Administer and maintain company random drug/alcohol testing and pre-employment drug/testing program
- Implemented corrective actions following incidents to minimize risks and improve overall safety performance.
- Engaged with workforce through safety committees, promoting open dialogue and continuous improvement.
Driver
First Transit
10.1994 - 11.2001
- Utilized maps and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
Education
High School
West Memphis High School
West Memphis, AR05-1975
Skills
- Workplace safety training
- Excellent communication
- Incident and accident analysis and documentation
- Policy implementation
- Root cause assessment
- Conducting safety audits
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Safety Manager
First Transit -National Express Transit
11.2001 - 06.2018
Driver
First Transit
10.1994 - 11.2001
High School
West Memphis High School
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