Jeff Adkins
Danville,KY
Summary
Accomplished Field Safety Director with a proven track record at Davis H. Elliot, enhancing workplace safety and compliance through expert site inspections and hazard identification. Spearheaded safety training programs, significantly reducing accidents by fostering a culture of awareness and adherence to OSHA standards. Skilled in accident investigation and electrical safety, demonstrating leadership and a commitment to operational excellence.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Safety Director
Davis H. Elliot
Lexington, KY
05.2002 - 01.2025
- Provided safety training on equipment to other employees.
- Assisted with the investigation of serious accidents involving fatalities or major injury.
- Inspected job sites for hazardous conditions, excessive noise and PPE use.
- Provided daily updates to project managers, foremen and contractors on safety behaviors and operational enhancements.
- Maintained records of employee injuries, illnesses, and other related data as required by law.
- Adhered to strict federal and corporate rules to promote overall safety of workers and members of public.
- Analyzed job and worksites and reported on hazards, recommendations and successful corrections.
- Provided on-site safety training for employees in accordance with OSHA standards.
- Prepared reports on findings from workplace audits or investigations.
- Participated in job hazard analysis activities to identify potential hazards associated with specific tasks or processes.
- Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and corrective actions.
- Assisted in the development of safe work practices for new projects or processes.
- Conducted safety inspections of construction sites to identify potential hazards and risks.
- Evaluated existing programs for effectiveness and recommended changes when necessary.
- Collaborated with senior leadership teams on strategies for improving overall safety culture.
- Developed, implemented, and monitored safety policies and procedures in the field.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal safety regulations.
Safety Coordinator
Service Electric
Chattanooga, TN
10.2015 - 10.2019
- Investigated, resolved and reported on occurrences documented on employee incident and accident reports.
- Conducted safety training or education programs to demonstrate use of safety equipment.
- Supervised safety audits and oversaw investigations into plant quality issues.
- Participated in the development of Injury and Illness Prevention Programs.
- Trained new employees in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents with proper behaviors.
- Ensured that all workers are trained in proper lockout and tagout procedures prior to working on energized equipment.
- Created and implemented programs, policies and procedures designed to effectively reduce or eliminate injuries and hazards in workplace.
- Led teams of risk management and operational personnel in development of hazard analyses and risk assessments.
- Provided line employees, managers, and company leaders with detailed information about successful safety plans.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
- Developed and created materials for new employee health and safety orientations.
- Conducted regular safety meetings, orientations and training sessions for employees.
- Inspected or evaluated workplace environments, equipment or practices to verify compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
- Investigated safety incidents and drafted reports detailing results.
- Participated in business safety committee meetings and health and safety audits.
- Conducted safety briefings to inform crews of safety hazards.
- Prepared monthly safety performance reports for management review.
- Managed safety and health programs, enforcing compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
- Determined root causes of accidents via in-depth investigations and identified potential prevention strategies to mitigate future risk.
- Conducted site inspections and audits, recording findings and recommending corrective actions on final reports.
- Investigated employee accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop preventive measures.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Education
Occupational Health And Safety
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, ALSkills
- Site inspections
- Hazard identification
- Safety training
- Electrical safety
- Accident investigation
- Excavation safety
- Fall protection
- Personal protective equipment
- Vehicle safety
Certification
- CHST - Construction Health and Safety Technician ( exp due to fees)
- CLCP - Certified Loss Control Professional ( exp due to fees)
- NFPA 70E
- CUSP - Certified Utility Safety Professional
- OSHA Construction 10 and 30 hour instructor
- OSHA ET&D Power 10 and 20 hour instructor
- HSI Health and Safety Institute CPR and First Aid Instructor
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Safety Coordinator
Service Electric
10.2015 - 10.2019
Field Safety Director
Davis H. Elliot
05.2002 - 01.2025
- CHST - Construction Health and Safety Technician ( exp due to fees)
- CLCP - Certified Loss Control Professional ( exp due to fees)
- NFPA 70E
- CUSP - Certified Utility Safety Professional
- OSHA Construction 10 and 30 hour instructor
- OSHA ET&D Power 10 and 20 hour instructor
- HSI Health and Safety Institute CPR and First Aid Instructor
Occupational Health And Safety
Columbia Southern University
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