John Sisco
Fort Campbell ,KY
Summary
Dedicated and determined Occupational Health and Safety professional with 7+ years’ experience with proven track record of workplace compliance and employee well-being. Detail-oriented and advanced knowledge of workplace safety management and regulatory compliance. Collaborative and team-oriented with professional communication skills to employees and leadership at all levels. High-performing professional with substantial experience developing and implementing safety and health programs. Creates safety protocols, conducts hazard assessments and provides education. Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and committed to promoting occupational health and safety. Qualified to create safety policies, conduct inspections and deliver training. Results-focused leader successful at promoting safety programs and mentoring individuals on ways to avoid mishaps and accidents. History of championing program training in various organizations throughout well-established career.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Director/Safety Specialist
U.S. Army
10.2017 - Current
- Ability to conduct root cause analysis, implement health and safety programs, standards, regulations and practices
- Consistently achieves Safety goals by establishing, maintaining and managing effective relationships at all levels of military and civilian organizations
- Skillful in protecting Soldiers, employees, assets and community in the most cost-effective manner.
- Modernized operations with strategic process improvements.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with employees, leaders and tenant partners.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Analyzed safety trends and tracked activities to inform decision making.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to injuries and illnesses
- Supported audit procedures to check all procedures, processes and work standards.
- Wrote reports outlining safety issues and potential correction options.
- Led training courses for employees at all levels.
- Collaborated with Directorate and Support agencies to accomplish key objectives.
- Represented organization at conferences and events.
- Provided assistance in managing health and safety programs aligned with industry standards.
- Aligned work processes with bodily mechanics to improve job function which reduced workplace injuries by 70%.
- Escorted inspectors and answered questions about facility operations.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective actions to address underlying issues.
- Reviewed and analyzed safety data and statistics to identify trends and areas requiring improvement.
- Communicated safety performance and progress to management and employees to provide up to date information.
- Provided guidance and resources to employees to maintain safety procedures and enhance protection.
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Collaborated with other departments to integrate safety in all aspects of organization.
Airfield Equipment Technician
U.S. Army
10.2006 - 10.2017
- Performed on-site independent repair and certification of Air Traffic Control systems in the fields of radar, communications and navigational aids
- Diagnosed cause of equipment malfunctions through application of advanced electronic theory, system analysis, use of complex test equipment, schematic and wiring diagrams, and mathematical analysis on 25 Pieces of equipment
- Repaired or replaced components, tuned, adjusted, and aligned equipment
- Component level repair may involve designing and building testing products and research for replacement or improvement of components and circuit design
- Participated in official FAA flight inspections and evaluates the resulting data
- Certified systems by regularly scheduled periodic technical verification that a system, subsystem, or equipment is providing within certification parameters the required or advertised services to the user (air traffic control personnel and the aviation public) at any given time subsequent to commissioning.
- Complied with company policies, safety requirements and best practices to protect people, equipment and operations.
- Documented and filed records of repair work and maintenance for accurate tracking of labor hours, inventory use and equipment histories.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Evaluated facilities equipment and interpreted data.
Education
Skills
- Performs management functions of staff selection and development
- Implementation of Army Safety and Occupational Health Management System (ASOHMS)
- Reduce injuries among personnel by developing and implementing robust safety programs and policies
- Create, support and implement strategies to establish and improve safety compliance
- Performed facility inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and laws, analyzed potentially dangerous workplace practices and conditions and made recommendations accordingly
- Ensure compliance of all health and safety programs with OSHA & ARMY standards and regulations, policies, procedures and requirements
- Assist in preparing health and safety procedure presentations for employee briefing
- Conduct working groups with all military and civilian entities on issues concerning Safety
- Develops and leads team of 4 safety & health professionals
- Facilitate and Manage safety training for 1600 employees, Soldiers and leaders
- Facilitates and briefs higher leadership on concerns and how safety can be improved
- Legal and Statute compliance of Safety & Health Regulations (OSHA, ANSI, NFPA, NEC and ARMY doctrine)
- Demonstrate verbal communication, written communication, and presentation skills with all levels of management, supervision and employee
- Leadership and team building skills, able to influence decision makers
- Ability to analyze and independently solve a variety of difficult situations and problems
- Train employees and leadership in the most current regulations and practices to prevent mishaps and promote overall Safety
Workemail
john.a.sisco.civ@army.mil
Workphone
270-798-4228
Schoolsandcertifications
- Specialist in Safety and Health General Industry (SSH) 4 April 2023
- FC12 Safety and Occupational Health Professional Certificate 14 June 2022
- Explosives Safety Level I 12 July 2023
- Explosives Safety Level II 12 July 2023
- OSHA Authorized General Industry Trainer
Awards
- Secretary of the Army, Chief of Staff of the Army - Excellence in Explosives Safety -2017
- Installation Management Command Excellence in Explosives Safety - 2017
- Commander in Chief Award for Installation Excellence in Safety – 2020
- Certificate of Achievement for Installation Excellence - 2021
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Deputy Director/Safety Specialist
U.S. Army
10.2017 - Current
Airfield Equipment Technician
U.S. Army
10.2006 - 10.2017
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