Joseph Herndon
CORRYTON,TN
Summary
Dynamic Safety Specialist with a proven track record at Amazon, excelling in hazard identification and safety auditing. Expert in implementing safety policies and fostering teamwork, I enhanced workplace safety through effective training programs and rigorous inspections, significantly reducing incident rates and promoting a culture of safety compliance.
Safety professional with comprehensive experience in implementing and maintaining safety protocols and procedures. Proven track record of enhancing workplace safety through risk assessments, incident investigations, and compliance with regulatory standards. Strong collaborator and adaptable team player focused on achieving results and ensuring safe working environment. Highly skilled in hazard identification, emergency response planning, and safety training. Reliable and flexible in meeting changing needs and priorities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Specialist
Amazon
11.2021 - Current
- Conducted safety audits to identify hazards and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Developed and implemented safety training programs for employees across various departments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to analyze incident reports and improve safety protocols.
- Monitored workplace conditions and recommended corrective actions to mitigate risks.
- Attend Daily Deep Dive (DDD) and Stand Up meetings to
learn the site priorities, projects and challenges.
• Engage with department leaders for the sole purpose of
understanding how they manage their operations.
• Daily: Attend and present WHS
metrics at DDD.
• Daily: Attend at least one Daily Stand
up session each day. Metric: Site
Safety Leadership Index (SLI)
Leadership score
• Daily: Set time on the calendar to walk the floor - Provided guidance on ergonomic assessments to reduce workplace injuries and improve employee well-being.
- Investigated accidents and incidents, recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Managed relationships with external vendors supplying PPE or other safety-related products or services, negotiating contracts for maximum cost efficiency without sacrificing quality standards.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Supported audit procedures to check all procedures, processes and work standards.
- Collaborated with management to develop and enforce safety policies and procedures, resulting in a safer work environment.
- Escorted inspectors and answered questions about facility operations.
- Organized regular meetings with cross-functional teams to discuss ongoing safety initiatives, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
- Maintained detailed records of company-wide safety performance to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
- Conducted audits of internal processes to identify areas for improvement in overall safety performance.
- Participated in safety meetings by answering questions from staff members.
- Kept main work areas free of debris and obstacles that could cause falls and mishaps.
- Reviewed company processes and suggested methods that would improve overall safety for employees.
- Led employee training on safe usage of equipment.
- Inspected work practices and procedures for compliance with company and federal regulations.
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
- Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Science
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN10-2018
Skills
- Hazard identification
- Workplace inspections
- Audit procedures
- Safe chemical handling
- Electrical safety
- Incident reporting
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Hazards management
- Safety auditing
- Ergonomics evaluation
- Crisis management
- Safety training
- Machine guarding
- Confined space entry
- Audit support
- Personal protective equipment
- Permit-to-work systems
- Fall protection
- Safety audits
- Implementing safety policies
- Ladder safety
- OSHA compliance
- Risk management
- Emergency response plans
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Interpersonal skills
Timeline
Safety Specialist
Amazon
11.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Science
Capella University