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Janine Hoffman

Mastic Beach

Summary

Accomplished safety professional with extensive experience at First Student, adept at developing and implementing safety programs. Proven track record in reducing incidents through effective risk identification and staff training. Strong communicator and leader, fostering a culture of safety and compliance. Enhanced safety performance by 30% through strategic policy implementation and hazard identification.

Safety management professional with proven history of enhancing workplace safety standards and fostering culture of safety compliance. Known for collaborative efforts with cross-functional teams to achieve safety goals and adapt to evolving safety challenges. Skilled in risk assessment and incident investigation, ensuring reliable and adaptable presence in dynamic environments.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Location Safety Manager

First Student
12.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with management to develop company-wide safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
  • Developed and implemented safety programs.
  • Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
  • Implemented corrective actions following incidents to minimize risks and improve overall safety performance.
  • Trained employees in most current regulations and practices in effort to prevent mishaps and promote overall safety.
  • Facilitated meetings with upper management and executives to discuss ways that safety could be improved.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by implementing comprehensive risk assessments and safety audits.
  • Reduced injuries among personnel with development and implementation of robust safety programs and policies.
  • Championed a positive safety culture by promoting employee involvement in health and safety initiatives.
  • Established emergency response plans, ensuring preparedness in the event of a crisis or disaster.
  • Monitored legislative updates relating to workplace health and safety, ensuring ongoing compliance with regulations.
  • Facilitated occupational safety meetings and handled inquiries, questions and concerns in terms of training.
  • Streamlined incident reporting processes for accurate documentation and data-driven decision making.
  • Updated and maintained safety documentation, keeping records accurate for audits and compliance checks.
  • Analyzed incident reports to identify trends and areas for safety improvement.
  • Fostered culture of safety, encouraging employees to report unsafe conditions without fear of retribution.
  • Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.

School Bus Driver Trainer

First Student
11.2018 - 12.2023
  • Facilitated collaboration among trainers by organizing team meetings to discuss best practices and share experiences in the field.
  • Enhanced communication among the driver team with regular updates on company news, policy changes, and upcoming events.
  • Strengthened relationships between drivers and schools by coordinating joint safety events, including evacuation drills and transportation forums.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the organization through proactive identification of areas requiring additional support or updated resources.
  • Supported trainee success with tailored lesson plans that accommodated individual learning styles and needs.
  • Established clear expectations for driver conduct with detailed codes of ethics that encouraged professionalism at all times.
  • Improved trainee performance by providing constructive feedback and personalized coaching during practice drives.
  • Increased driver retention with thorough orientation programs for new hires, emphasizing company culture and expectations.
  • Championed ongoing education among veteran drivers through continuing education courses addressing industry trends and new technologies.
  • Boosted morale with regular recognition of exceptional performance among trainees, fostering a positive learning environment.
  • Built strong relationships with trainees, providing ongoing mentorship and guidance that extended beyond initial training.
  • Enhanced driver safety by conducting comprehensive training sessions on defensive driving techniques and emergency procedures.
  • Encouraged a supportive learning environment with open lines of communication between trainers and trainees, fostering trust and mutual respect.
  • Reduced accident rates among trainees through meticulous instruction in vehicle maintenance and pre-trip inspections.
  • Identified driver training needs to make recommendations to manager.
  • Evaluated performance of assigned personnel and provided corrective actions of trainees during simulator training.
  • Scheduled safety meetings and briefings with transportation supervisor.
  • Coordinated all company and regulatory paperwork.

School Bus Driver

First Student
09.2000 - 12.2023
  • Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
  • Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
  • Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
  • Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
  • Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
  • Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.
  • Obeyed federal, [State] and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
  • Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
  • Demonstrated strict adherence to safety regulations and traffic laws to safeguard passengers.
  • Adapted quickly to unexpected situations such as road closures or detours while maintaining composure under pressure to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
  • Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
  • Maintained accurate records of student pick-ups and drop-offs, ensuring proper documentation for school administration purposes.
  • Maintained [State] driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
  • Assisted in emergency preparedness drills, demonstrating appropriate evacuation procedures to students and staff members.
  • Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
  • Upheld high standards of cleanliness for the school bus interior by performing regular cleaning tasks after each trip.
  • Improved on-time performance with efficient route planning, taking into consideration traffic patterns and weather conditions.

Education

No Degree - Business

Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY

High School Diploma -

Comsewogue High School
Port Jefferson Station, NY
06-1988

Skills

  • Incident investigation
  • Implementing policies
  • Safety program development
  • Hazard identification
  • Incident reporting
  • Staff training
  • Safety audits
  • Accident investigation
  • Risk identification
  • Training program development

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of 200 staff members.

Certification

  • Senior Certified Trainer - 2 years
  • School Bus Driver Trainer 7 years
  • School Bus Driver Instructor (SBDI)-2020
  • 19-A Certified Examiner-October 2022

Languages

English
Full Professional

Interests

  • Fundraising Events
  • Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects

Timeline

Location Safety Manager

First Student
12.2023 - Current

School Bus Driver Trainer

First Student
11.2018 - 12.2023

School Bus Driver

First Student
09.2000 - 12.2023

No Degree - Business

Suffolk County Community College

High School Diploma -

Comsewogue High School

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