Lead Rescue and Safety Technician
Safe Rescue LLC
Crosby
02.2025 - Current
- Assisted companies with rectifying safety and hazard issues.
- Inspected job sites for hazardous conditions, excessive noise and PPE use.
- Verified that all safety equipment is properly installed according to manufacturer instructions.
- Investigated employee complaints regarding safety issues and took appropriate action when necessary.
- Maintained records of inspections, tests, and evaluations of safety systems.
- Assisted in preparing reports related to safety activities such as incident rates, near misses, audits.
- Conducted safety tests on equipment, machinery and instruments to assess proper functioning.
- Managed OSHA-mandated recordkeeping and accident analysis paperwork.
- Analyzed data from surveys, inspections, or other sources to determine areas that need improvement in terms of safety performance.
- Oversaw safety monitoring and risk management strategies for multiple construction and industrial job sites.
- Implemented strategies designed to reduce accidents or improve working conditions.
- Trained employees and managers in standard safety procedures, use of safety equipment and behavior-based safety observation techniques.
- Performed basic repairs and preventive maintenance on safety equipment throughout facility, maintaining network of many hazard detection devices.
- Sustained safety protocols, ensuring proper, cost-effective and safe handling of equipment and materials.
- Inspected and monitored safety equipment to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Provided daily updates to project managers, foremen and contractors on safety behaviors and operational enhancements.
- Responded promptly to reported unsafe conditions or behaviors in the workplace.
- Worked effectively with multiple contractors at various sites providing safety training for employees.
- Facilitated communication between management teams concerning health and safety initiatives.
- Ensured that all personnel are aware of any changes in regulations governing occupational health and safety.
- Conducted accident investigations, identified root causes, and recommended corrective actions to prevent future incidents.
- Performed regular workplace hazard assessments to identify potential risks or hazards in the work environment.
- Developed emergency response plans to minimize risk during hazardous events.
- Provided training on safe work practices and procedures for employees and supervisors.
- Identified and raised awareness of prevalent unsafe behaviors, executing injury prevention efforts to instill facility personnel with core value of workplace safety.
- Assisted in developing emergency response plans for various scenarios.
- Monitored workers' use of personal protective equipment for compliance with established standards.
- Collaborated with external agencies such as OSHA and EPA inspectors during site visits or investigation processes.
- Completed permit and safety inspections for workplaces on strict timelines.
- Analyzed job and worksites and reported on hazards, recommendations and successful corrections.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Performed rescue operations including vertical rescues, rope systems, mechanical advantage systems and hauling systems.
- Monitored atmospheric conditions within a confined space using specialized equipment such as gas detectors, oxygen monitors.
- Employed systematic search and rescue procedures and location and excavation devices to safely locate and evacuate victims.
- Conducted periodic drills and exercises designed to test preparedness levels for responding to emergencies occurring inside an enclosed area.
- Participated in on-call schedule to respond to requests for assistance after hours and on weekends or holidays.
- Verified that all necessary permits were obtained prior to commencing work inside an enclosed area.