Jason Clarke
EHS (Safety) Director
Miramar,FL
Summary
Seasoned EHS professional with 15 years of experience in occupational and environmental
health and safety, risk mitigation, compliance, and strategic program development across global
operations. Proven ability to lead cultural transformations, drive operational excellence, and
implement sustainable EHS strategies in complex, multinational organizations. Adept at aligning EHS
initiatives with business leadership, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a Zero-Incident
culture. www.linkedin.com/in/jason-safety1st
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of EHS
Sonny's Enterprises
Tamarac, FL
12.2022 - Current
- Oversees 11 manufacturing facilities and 21 distribution warehouses across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Coordinates safety budget to sustain EHS operations internationally.
- Analyzes incident data to identify trends in injuries, illnesses, and accidents. Generates metrics to showcase total recordable injuries (TRI), restricted duty (DART), and lost time (LTI) against the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) averages.
- Partners with insurance companies to process Workers' Compensation claims, curve loss-time injuries, develop return to work procedures, and reduce EMR ratings.
- Writes technical reports, data entry and queries into various health and safety databases. Compiles OSHA 300, 300A, and 301 logs; to include Tier II and toxic release (form R) chemical/material reporting requirements.
- Directs root cause investigations and identifies prevention strategies to mitigate future risk. Provides resources to implement countermeasures, reduce personnel downtime, and production downtime via lean management/Kaizen techniques.
- Authors standard operating procedures and policies to meet local, state, and federal program mandates: hazardous communication (right-to-know), respiratory protection, confined space entry, hot works permitting, lockout tagout, heat stress, illness/injury prevention etc.
- Launched learning management system (LMS) and developed training curriculums by job titles. Enrolled 2100 members tracking proficiency, OJT milestones, course completion, certifications, and implements regulatory training updates.
EHS Manager
Sonny's Enterprises
Tamarac, FL
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Conducted audits and reviews to identify systemic EHS management gaps; developed corrective measures and implemented solutions. Oversaw 4 manufacturing/distribution facilities totaling over 600,000 Sq. Ft.
- Implemented Hazard Communication Right-to-Know program and trained all members on OSHA and EPA requirements. Drafted and implemented respiratory protection and confined space requirements.
- Analyzed work environment and developed EHS programs to control, eliminate and prevent disease or injury. Coordinated all close calls/near-misses and root-cause investigations; implemented corrective actions and Kaizen countermeasures.
- Interpreted noise surveys, continuous atmosphere monitoring, waste water sampling, ventilation surveys, and ergonomics assessments. Translated quantitative/qualitative data into risk management recommendations to provide a safe and healthy working environment for team members.
- Spearheaded ergonomic assessments, functional job analysis, and key risk mitigation tactics to lower company liability/EMR rates.
- Collaborated with federal EPA regulators to comply with stormwater (SWPPP) and spill control (SPCC) requirements.
- Maintained and updated emergency action plans and procedures. Partnered with local fire department and local emergency planing committees (LEPC) to stay up-to-date with neighboring industrial hazards and geographical natural disasters.
- Authored/conducted plant safety training, new-hire orientations, and education programs to demonstrate use of safety equipment and hazard/injury mitigation.
- Cut PPE/safety consumable consumption 40% by implementing stand work practices, data-logging personnel usages, and utilizing automated vending limitation to regulate inventory distribution.
Industrial Hygienist
US Air Force- Dept. of Defense
Ft. Walton Beach, FL
11.2019 - 07.2022
- Managed special surveillance program to quantify hazards, prioritize organizational risk, direct hygiene testing, and implement controls to prevent illness and injuries.
- Developed and maintained industrial hygiene programs including noise surveys, atmospheric monitoring, heat stress calculations, ergonomic assessments, health hazard severity matrices, industrial ventilation studies, and job hazard analysis.
- Interpreted sampling/hygiene data to recommend and implement remediation actions; sanctioned controls/countermeasures to correct workplace deficiencies and prevent injuries.
- Leveraged KPIs/metrics to, implement hierarchy of controls, return to work procedures, and light-duty accommodations; cut manpower loss by 25% and abated $2.5M in direct/indirect medical costs.
Emergency Manager
US Air Force- Dept. of Defense
Albuquerque, NM
07.2018 - 10.2019
- Developed and deepened relationships with local municipalities, county departments, and city agencies (LEPC) to facilitate smooth planning and coordination of emergency response.
- Served in EOC as emergency support function (ESF) leader; coordinated in-field resources to support incident commander and first responders.
- Led "all hazards" responses to suspicious powers, hazardous materials releases, and radioactive materials. Drafted and mocked training exercises for broken arrow (nuclear weapons) emergencies.
- Created and managed training programs for radionuclide detection, equipment classifying radiation exposures/severity, and countermeasures to safeguard personnel.
- Trained and managed 20-person emergency response team, commanded oversight and maintenance of $1.6M in inventory/equipment. Coordinated annual training requirements, OJT metrics, and ICS teaching development.
Radiation Protection Manager
US Air Force- Dept. of Defense
Albuquerque, NM
02.2017 - 06.2018
- Coordinated with Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to aid in acquisition of high-power radiation sources. Orchestrated semi-annal radiation permitting, leaks testing, and inventory validation.
- Documented, recorded, and analyzed radiation dosimetry data to identify adverse exposures; filed long-term health records and personnel data.
- QA/QC'd radioactive soil samples to assess and identify geographical radiation migration; validated safe perimeter zone to sustain the Department of Defense's (DoD) only live radiation training field.
- Charged with confidentiality to monitor radon levels in DoD's largest nuclear weapons storage/maintenance facility. Maintained active security clearance and dealt with highly sensitive Department of Energy (DoE) assets.
Sr. Environmental Specialist
US Air Force- Dept. of Defense
Albuquerque, NM
04.2012 - 01.2017
- Supported scientists and engineers as a subject matter expert on environmental regulations and policies. Drafted master sampling plan and directed the evaluation of 26 groundwater wells, plus 2 raw-water treatment plants.
- Coordinated with state regulator and EPA to provide 3.3B gallons of safe drinking water to 90K consumers. Published consumer confidence reports (CCR) to illustrate potability of water.
- Oversaw field surveys/data collection on air, water, and soil samples. Interpreted results to confirm viability of new land development and infrastructure expansion.
- Advised management on most effective ways of waste management and disposal procedures, to avoid environmental contaminations. Implemented hazardous material storage procedures and hazardous communication (right-to know) training.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety And Health (w/Honors)
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL05.2020
Associate of Science - Bioenvironmental Engineering
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL05.2014
MBA - Data Analytics
Florida International University
Miami, FL 01.2024 - Current
Skills
- Excellent knowledge of legislations and highly effective in drafting/implementing policies
- 8 years of experience in producing reports/metrics
- Workers' Compensation claims experience
- Expert in hazardous materials storage, waste disposal, and compliance permitting (RCRA)
- DOT and fleet management oversight
- Incident Command System (ICS)/Emergency Operations Center (EOC) managerial experience
- Proficient in MS Office
- Outstanding organizational skills, critical thinker and problem-solving ability
- Team player with great interpersonal and communication skills
- Willingness and ability to work extended hours/travel
Certification
Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
OSHA 10/30
Timeline
MBA - Data Analytics
Florida International University
01.2024 - Current
Director of EHS
Sonny's Enterprises
12.2022 - Current
EHS Manager
Sonny's Enterprises
08.2022 - 11.2022
Industrial Hygienist
US Air Force- Dept. of Defense
11.2019 - 07.2022
Emergency Manager
US Air Force- Dept. of Defense
07.2018 - 10.2019
Radiation Protection Manager
US Air Force- Dept. of Defense
02.2017 - 06.2018
Sr. Environmental Specialist
US Air Force- Dept. of Defense
04.2012 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety And Health (w/Honors)
Columbia Southern University
Associate of Science - Bioenvironmental Engineering
Community College of The Air Force
Accomplishments
- 2021 Outstanding Organization of the Year
- 2020 Outstanding Organization of the Year
- 2018 Division Manager of the Year (90 subordinates)
- 2015 Manager of the Year (33 subordinates)
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