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Jodi Murphy

Kissimmee,FL

Summary

Dynamic Senior Safety Professional with extensive experience at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, excelling in hazard identification and team leadership. Proven track record of reducing incidents through comprehensive safety training and effective communication. Skilled in safety auditing and conflict resolution, fostering a culture of safety and compliance across diverse teams.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Safety Professional

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts
10.2018 - Current
  • Perform as an extension of the Project Construction Management (CM) team with a focus on elevating safety for the projects assigned.
  • Lead the CM team and General Contractor (GC) through the safety requirements at the earliest point of each project, from bidding through completion.
  • Meet bi-monthly with the Owner Controlled Insurance Program representatives (OCIP) to walk site and ensure alignment with OCIP, OSHA, and Disney policies/programs.
  • Conduct project 30,60,90 day look-ahead plans to ensure any upcoming work has been reviewed for any special safety needs and then relaying those needs to the project team and GC.
  • Attend all pre-construction meetings to ensure safety concerns have been addressed, and sub-contractors are ready to start work without any delays.
  • Vet propose safety professionals from the GC and sub-contractors to verify they meet or exceed OCIP requirements.
  • Partner with the GC Safety to review all safety plans prior to the start of work.
  • Train all CMs and GC safety professionals on the use of Arrowsite. Using the videos to drive change in worker's perception of hazards.
  • Mentor junior safety professionals and CMs, fostering their growth and development as they contribute to a safer work environment.
  • Partner with design, show, and resort development to review plans, specifications, and shop drawings to identify potential hazards for trade workers and the end users.
  • Gather information related to workplace accidents and near misses, using data-driven insights to inform ongoing improvements in safety measures implemented project wide.
  • Serve as a trusted resource for team members seeking guidance on safe work practices or reporting hazardous conditions.
  • Review all contractor incident investigation reports ensuring thorough investigations were conducted, and controls instituted to prevent reoccurrence.
  • Built relationships with project personnel and other departments within Disney; Operations, Resort Development, WDI Design teams and others to ensure any safety concerns during the life of the project are integrated or removed throughout the project's life.
  • Supervise on-site medic. Ensuring coverage and services meet the OCIP requirements.

Adjunct Professor

Florida State College at Jacksonville
10.2016 - 11.2018
  • Taught courses within the Susan G. Hayward Grant Program with a concentration on Occupational Health and Safety topics, providing instruction to up to 40 students per semester.
  • Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
  • Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
  • Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.


Safety Professional

W.W. Gay Mechanical
07.2016 - 10.2018
  • Reduced accident rates through the development and delivery of comprehensive safety training programs for employees.
  • Promoted a culture of safety awareness with ongoing communication campaigns targeting all levels of the organization.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing appropriate control measures.
  • Developed strong relationships with regulatory agencies to facilitate inspections, reporting requirements, and timely resolution of issues.
  • Facilitated incident investigations to identify root causes and implement corrective actions, reducing recurrence risk.
  • Maintained accurate records of safety-related incidents, enabling data-driven decision making for continuous improvement efforts.
  • Managed hazardous materials responsibly through careful inventory tracking, storage optimization, disposal coordination, and spill response planning.
  • Developed and enacted safety and quality control plans.
  • Conducted worksite incident investigations, determining root cause and future mitigation strategies.
  • Made recommendations on processes and equipment for safer, cost-effective work.
  • Proctored safety and health training for personnel, reducing safety incident rates by30%.

Site Safety Engineer

Fluor Federal Solutions
07.2013 - 10.2016
  • Enhanced workplace safety by conducting weekly comprehensive risk assessments and implementing corrective measures.
  • Assisted in worksite incident investigations, helping to determine cause and mitigation.
  • Assisted management in defining strategic objectives related to workplace safety performance improvement.
  • Collaborated with Union representatives and company representatives to create safety programs that met all parties needs.
  • Resolved conflicts between Union members and company representatives where safety was in question.
  • Oversaw safety strategy progress and maintained compliance with deadlines to support standards and process optimization for over 200 workers.

Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Nova Pressroom Product
05.2010 - 07.2013
  • Successfully managed annual budget for the Environmental Health and Safety department, ensuring efficient allocation of resources while meeting all operational goals.
  • Ensured quality control measures were in place by regularly reviewing facility policies and procedures related to environmental health and safety guidelines.
  • Reduced employee accidents through the implementation of comprehensive safety training programs.
  • Collaborated with management teams to develop and implement effective emergency response plans.
  • Served as liaison between the company and regulatory agencies, fostering positive relationships while maintaining compliance standards.
  • Managed environmental compliance, ensuring adherence to local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Monitored hazardous waste disposal processes, ensuring proper handling and documentation for regulatory compliance.
  • Managed hazardous materials inventory, ensuring proper storage conditions were met according to regulations.
  • Implemented ISO 14001 Environmental Management System certified programs which led to improved environmental compliance.
  • Aided in the oversight of the Worker's Compensation program.
  • Met with operations manager, laboratory manager, shipping manager, and mixing floor manager weekly to ensure compliance with packaging, shipping, and transportation regulations.

Construction Safety and Operations Chief

United States Navy, Seabees
08.1989 - 08.2009
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Worked as the subject matter expert for all construction safety concerns.
  • Created a database to collect and manage medical, dental, and deployment records for 65 unit personnel.
  • Wrote, reviewed and submitted semi-annual and annual evaluations, personnel awards, and letters of commendation for 50 junior personnel.
  • Created training schedules for safety, weapons, first aid, and unit regulations to ensure all newly reporting personnel were trained within their first 30 days.
  • Trained and supervised four, twelve person emergency response teams who were responsible for rapid response to natural disasters, acts of terrorism or other emergencies.

Education

Master of Science - Occupational Health And Safety

Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL
12-2015

Skills

  • Hazard identification
  • Decision-making
  • Team Leadership
  • Time management
  • Goal setting
  • Occupational health
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Safety auditing
  • BIM 360
  • Bluebeam
  • ISN
  • Conflict Resolution

Affiliations

National Association of Women in Construction

Disabled American Veterans

Navy Seabee Veterans of America

American Legion

Girl Scouts of the United States Lifetime member and Gold Award Mentor


Certification

ASP - Associate Safety Professional

CPSI - Certified Playground Safety Inspector

Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Inspector and Instructor

Competent Person; Fall Protection, Scaffolding, Excavation and Trenching, and Confined Space Entry

Timeline

Senior Safety Professional

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts
10.2018 - Current

Adjunct Professor

Florida State College at Jacksonville
10.2016 - 11.2018

Safety Professional

W.W. Gay Mechanical
07.2016 - 10.2018

Site Safety Engineer

Fluor Federal Solutions
07.2013 - 10.2016

Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Nova Pressroom Product
05.2010 - 07.2013

Construction Safety and Operations Chief

United States Navy, Seabees
08.1989 - 08.2009

Master of Science - Occupational Health And Safety

Columbia Southern University

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