Kenetra Roberson
Safety Professional
Summary
Pragmatic Occupational Health and Safety Specialist skilled in conducting efficient and effective safety audits. Natural leader works exceptionally well in both independent and team-centered roles.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
Certification
Work History
Safety Coordinator
Nicholson Construction
03.2023 - Current
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Recommended changes to company culture to improve safety and meet changing demands.
- Conducted safety audits and investigated plant quality issues.
- Conducted investigations into incidents and reported on findings.
- Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
- Investigated accidents and hazardous incidents to determine cause and made recommendations for corrective action.
- Coached employees, managers and executives on effective safety policies.
- Developed new training programs to address performance and knowledge issues.
- Wrote safety program plans to manage hazards, reduce incidents and save company money through less time lost and lower insurance payouts.
- Coordinated emergency response plans and drills to increase preparedness and address issues promptly.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for safe work practices and comply with regulations.
- Accompanied, documented and reported OSHA inspections, insurance oversight and other formal safety and security measures at work site.
- Conducted incident investigations, participated in audits and collected data and information to maximize workplace safety.
- Mentored and supported staff in identifying and implementing procedures and practices to protect safety and security of workers.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Ensured regulatory compliance in all approved permits through meticulous attention to detail and adherence to established guidelines.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of performance metrics for the permitting department, resulting in measurable improvements in service quality and delivery.
- Facilitated training sessions for new staff members, sharing insights on best practices in permit writing and application management.
- Conducted thorough post-approval inspections to ensure permit holders were in compliance with stipulated conditions, maintaining a strong track record of adherence to regulations.
- Provided comprehensive pre-application consultations for clients seeking guidance on complex projects or unfamiliar requirements, resulting in fewer errors during submission stages.
- Reduced permit approval times by collaborating with various departments to expedite reviews and inspections.
- Developed training materials for new Permit Specialists, improving onboarding efficiency and team cohesion.
Health and Safety Advisor
SafeTPros
07.2021 - 02.2023
- Created safe work environment by complying with safety, health and security requirements.
- Mentored and supported staff in identifying and implementing procedures and practices to protect safety and security of workers.
- Conducted incident investigations, participated in audits and collected data and information to maximize workplace safety.
- Accompanied, documented and reported OSHA inspections, insurance oversight and other formal safety and security measures at work site.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Safety Manager
Turner Industries
02.2019 - 06.2021
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective actions to address underlying issues.
- Confirmed smooth operations between clients and talent by acting as liaison.
- Managed and filed contracts, invoices and other documents associated with talent.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Documented equipment usage and maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records
- Increased company understanding of loss control strategies through on-site client training seminars and implementation of new programs.
- Monitored and enforced company policies and procedures to determine compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Conducted thorough investigations of employee activities to identify and target operational and behavioral discrepancies.
- Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
- Developed and monitored employee recognition programs.
Lead Material Handler
Yates Construction Company
02.2016 - 12.2019
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Inspected stocks to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
- Monitored warehouse to identify missing items, spills and unusual activity, complying with safety procedures.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
Safety Attendant
JVIC
06.2007 - 05.2017
- Monitored permitted space for worker safety and hazards.
- Informed entrants and supervisor on people entering permitted space.
- Kept record of entrants to confined space.
- Educated workers and enforced safety guidelines.
- Called for evacuations in event of emergency.
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Liaised with management and employees enable smooth communication regarding safety procedures.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Collaborated with other departments to integrate safety in all aspects of organization.
- Monitored safety and assessed risk levels and mitigation strategies at industrial worksites and on construction jobs.
- Conducted safety evaluations to recommend alternate safety procedures.
- Directed recordkeeping and paperwork preparation in line with OSHA requirements.
- Investigated and reported on hazardous materials spills, fires and other emergencies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bay City High School
Bay City, TX05.1993
Skills
Workers' Compensation Claims
- Risk Management
- Safety Audit
- Job Safety Analysis
- Emergency Situations
- Safety Planning
- Meeting Leadership
- Industrial Hygiene
- Safety Inspections
- Training Development
- Occupational Health Hazards
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Credentialing Oversight
- Blood Borne Pathogen Analysis
- OSHA Standards and Codes
- Recordkeeping Skills
- Protective Equipment Knowledge
- Investigate Accidents
- Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
- Investigative Auditing
- Develop Hygiene Programs
- Mentoring
- Reporting
- Investigation
- Permit Applications
- Permit Issuing for LOTO,Confined space,Hotwork,and all specific task requiring permit
Certification
- CSST
- CSSM
- CSSS
- OSHA10
- OSHA 30
- AED/FIRST AIDE/CPR
- NCCER CHST
Timeline
Safety Coordinator
Nicholson Construction
03.2023 - Current
Health and Safety Advisor
SafeTPros
07.2021 - 02.2023
Safety Manager
Turner Industries
02.2019 - 06.2021
Lead Material Handler
Yates Construction Company
02.2016 - 12.2019
Safety Attendant
JVIC
06.2007 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
Bay City High School
- CSST
- CSSM
- CSSS
- OSHA10
- OSHA 30
- AED/FIRST AIDE/CPR
- NCCER CHST
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