Certified safety professional with 20 years of experience and looking for opportunities in Construction Safety.
Diligent and industrious with excellent leadership and program oversight skills. Successful at policy development, worker education and forward-thinking problem-solving. Well-versed in related OSHA regulations and JSAs.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SAFETY MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR
Toyota Motors Manufacturing National (TRH Grou
Georgetown, KY
11.2022 - Current
Conducted daily safety audits of all Contractors/Subcontractors
Experience working on construction projects with multiple subtrades
Managed projects which involved the management of significant High-Risk Activities (HRA) on specific sites and cumulatively across all the projects. The risks included excavation, mobile equipment, vehicle traffic, material handling, lifting activities (including critical lifts), electrical, and working from heights.
Experience with various parts of construction: site/civil work, structural steel, electrical, and mechanical.
Experience reviewing and verifying JSA's developed by contractors
Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel. Certified Environmental and Safety Compliance Officer (CESCO) through the National Register of Environmental Professionals.
Created weekly status reports detailing progress against project goals.
Conducted safety audits of construction sites to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective action.
Provided on-site training to workers in proper use of protective equipment and safe work practices.
Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root cause and implement preventive measures.
Enforced site-specific safety rules, regulations, and standards.
Monitored employee performance against established safety goals and objectives.
Prepared detailed reports describing the results of safety inspections, investigations, drills, or tests conducted at the job site.
Provided guidance to project managers on how to comply with applicable laws, regulations, codes, standards. related to workplace health and safety issues.
Performed risk assessments prior to commencement of projects in order to identify potential hazards and risks associated with each task and activity.
Participated in pre-job meetings with contractors and subcontractors in order to discuss potential hazards associated with upcoming projects.
Educated personnel on relevant Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements and best practices through formal training sessions.
Verified that appropriate personal protective equipment is being used by employees working at job sites.
Inspected scaffolding systems for compliance with OSHA standards prior to use by workers.
Sustained safety protocol, ensuring proper, cost-effective and safe handling usage of equipment/materials.
Adhered to strict federal and corporate rules to promote overall safety of workers and members of public.
Monitored safety of construction activities, making on-site personnel safety top priority.
Inspected job sites for hazardous conditions, excessive noise and PPE use.
Analyzed job and worksites and reported on hazards, recommendations and successful corrections.
Provided daily updates to project managers, foremen and contractors on safety behaviors and operational enhancements.
Oversaw safety monitoring and risk management strategies for multiple construction and industrial job sites.
Worked effectively with multiple contractors at various sites providing safety training for employees.
Attended and participated in daily (morning and afternoon) coordination meetings with all contractor representatives and project management teams to review safety concerns, construction progress, and construction area coordination.
Entered daily safety audit findings into the corporate safety management system.
Prepared presentations, reports, and correspondence for management meetings
Monitored Toyota's Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for assessment and evaluation of all projects
Evaluated and monitored the contractors' Site-Specific Safety and High-Risk Activities Plan
Attended and participated in all meetings
Construction Safety Manager
City of Springfield - Public Works/Environmental Services
10.2018 - 11.2022
Inspect worksites for staff to ensure work is being done in a safe manner and in compliance with all applicable state, federal, and local regulations
Conduct random vehicle inspections from our fleet and ensure preventative maintenance is performed as required
Inspect the Fleet Maintenance building to ensure all safety precautions are in place while vehicles are serviced
Responsible for determining if temporary traffic control is in place and operating as expected by the initial design plan
OSHA 500 Instructor and a Certified Traffic Control Supervisor
First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor and have conducted this training for all Public Works Staff
Investigate incidents, vehicle accidents, and injuries and perform root cause analysis to ensure changes are made to avoid future similar events
Assign and conduct training sessions on various Safety topics for staff
Certified Environmental and Safety Compliance Officer (CESCO) thru the National Register of Environmental Professionals.
LEGAL ASSISTANT
Missouri State Public Defenders Office
11.2015 - 06.2017
Assist guests with questions and applications for Public Defender services
Submit correspondence to Judges and the Courts informing them of clients’ eligibility status and/or failure to report to the office to apply for services
Daily visits to the Judicial Center to obtain applications for service and to interview prisoners to determine whether they were candidates for drug rehab treatment and if they needed inpatient or outpatient treatment
Filed motions, entry of appearance, requests for discovery, and notice of depositions through CaseNet
Request supplemental discovery from the Prosecuting Attorney’s office and medical records from medical facilities.
SAFETY COMPLIANCE MANAGER
U. S. Medical Center for Federal Prisoners
12.2000 - 12.2014
Perform inspections, order supplies, interpret federal guidelines and laws, manage the workers’ compensation program, and writing reports
Authorized OSHA 501 Instructor and trained inmates/staff on PPE, blood borne pathogens, confined space, ladders/scaffolding, fall protection and numerous topics involving Life Safety
Certified asbestos inspector and obtained asbestos samples according to OSHA standards and regulations and sent to an accredited laboratory for evaluation
Perform area inspections, including facility management, construction management, food service and housing units, to identify Fire, Life Safety, and Environmental concerns
Conducted daily inspections of Construction projects performed by Contractors.
Responsible for the inspection and preparing the report of all citations
Supervised inmate details for Hospital Housekeeping, Environmental Health, and various Correctional posts
Responsible for external written correspondence with local, state, and Federal agencies as well as written correspondence to the North Central Region and Central Office
Write and update local policy and procedures for a variety of Safety topics
I trained the North Central Region Safety Administrator on electronic filing of Workers’ Compensation claims
Remotely managed Workers’ Compensation claims at NCR Institutions during the absence of a Safety Manager.
Manage all Workers’ Compensation cases for the Staff at this Institution
Conducted area inspections to identify Fire, Life Safety, and Environmental concerns, including housing units
Directed staff with filing Workers’ Compensation claims and completing all required forms and documentation
Read and interpreted Workers’ Compensation Program Statement, as well as Federal laws and regulations regarding the Program
Verified salaries of injured workers and coordinated with Employee Services when salary histories were required
Maintained a log of time utilized by injured workers
Timekeeper for the Safety Department and I coordinated and maintained annual leave schedules for the Safety Department
Managed the MSDS/SDS Program in the Safety department ensuring all chemicals for all departments were documented and a current MSDS/SDS was available for each product
I obtained asbestos samples according to OSHA standards and regulations and sent them to an accredited laboratory for evaluation
Coordinated with the Safety Manager, Facility Manager, and Environment of Care Coordinator to enter the electronic Statement of Conditions for the Institution’s JCAHO accreditation survey
Prepared inspection citations of Fire, Life Safety and Environmental hazards
Managed the Safety budget and maintained all required documentation according to policy.
MEDICAL CLERK
U. S. Medical Center for Federal Prisoners
05.1991 - 12.2000
Transcribed doctor’s orders and ordered appropriate laboratory, radiology, and diagnostic tests
Coordinated with the various clinics to arrange delivery of records for scheduled appointments
Filed all medical reports and laboratory test results in inmate medical files
Maintained the chart organization and ordered nursing station supplies
Education
Some College (No Degree) - OSHA
Ozark Technical College
Springfield, MO
Skills
Job safety analysis
20 years safety management experience with 15 years construction safety management experience
Hazard reduction
Safety documentation and materials
Protective Equipment
Fire and safety guidance
Safety audits
Industrial hygiene
Hazardous Materials Handling
Evaluations and reporting
Incident Investigations
Safety Training
Training and mentoring
Work Process Analysis
Site Visits
Hazardous Materials Management
Ladder safety
Incident Investigation
Fall protection
Budgetary Planning
Emergency situations
Investigations
Risk Management
Asbestos awareness
Scaffold safety
Recordkeeping skills
Program Management
Training development
Hazard Identification
Electrical Safety
Meeting leadership
Accident Prevention
OSHA Regulations
Personal Protective Equipment
Occupational health
Environmental Compliance
Lockout and tagout procedures
Workers compensation claims
Indoor Air Quality
Spill Response
Noise control
Lead Awareness
Safety Management Systems
Cold Stress Management
Machine guarding
Job Hazard Analysis
Injury Reporting
Excavation Safety
Crane and Hoist Safety
Heat Stress Management
OSHA Compliance
Corrective Action Planning
Regulatory Compliance
Worker Training
Workplace Safety
Deficiency documentation
Accident investigation
Professional Demeanor
Relationship Building
Task Prioritization
Root Cause Analysis
Excellent Communication
Adaptability and Flexibility
Environmental Boot Camp
Certification
Certified Environmental and Safety Compliance Officer (CESCO) thru the National Register of Environmental Professionals (NREP)
Advanced Safety Management Training
Certified OSHA 500 Outreach Trainer
OSHA 510
OSHA 501 Outreach Trainer
OSHA 511
OSHA 30-hour
Certified Asbestos Inspector
Certified Structural Fire Brigade - University of Maryland
Certified Workers Compensation Specialist - US Dept of Labor
Certified Pest Control Operator thru Purdue University
Certified HAZWOPER 40-hour
Confined Entry
Lockout/Tagout
Scaffolding
Timeline
SAFETY MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR
Toyota Motors Manufacturing National (TRH Grou
11.2022 - Current
Construction Safety Manager
City of Springfield - Public Works/Environmental Services
10.2018 - 11.2022
LEGAL ASSISTANT
Missouri State Public Defenders Office
11.2015 - 06.2017
SAFETY COMPLIANCE MANAGER
U. S. Medical Center for Federal Prisoners
12.2000 - 12.2014
MEDICAL CLERK
U. S. Medical Center for Federal Prisoners
05.1991 - 12.2000
Some College (No Degree) - OSHA
Ozark Technical College
Certified Environmental and Safety Compliance Officer (CESCO) thru the National Register of Environmental Professionals (NREP)
Advanced Safety Management Training
Certified OSHA 500 Outreach Trainer
OSHA 510
OSHA 501 Outreach Trainer
OSHA 511
OSHA 30-hour
Certified Asbestos Inspector
Certified Structural Fire Brigade - University of Maryland
Certified Workers Compensation Specialist - US Dept of Labor
Certified Pest Control Operator thru Purdue University
Certified HAZWOPER 40-hour
Confined Entry
Lockout/Tagout
Scaffolding
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