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Kristina M. Irving

Dothan

Summary

Skilled Safety Professional with experience in hazard assessment and mitigation, safety training, and policy development. Strong ability to create and implement effective safety programs, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards. Proven track record in improving workplace safety culture by implementing preventive measures and fostering employee awareness. Retired Master Army Aviator with over 3,200 accident-free flight hours. Qualified in TH-67 (Bell Jet Ranger), OH-58A/C, and AH-64A/D, C-12 C/D/V.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Safety Professional

CAE
Dothan
10.2017 - Current
  • Selected as a high-potential candidate for Elevate Training, completing the 12-week program in May 2022.
  • Earned 2020 Safety Professional of the Year award at CAE.
  • Managed Facilities, Ground, and Aviation Safety with expertise in accident recording, reporting, and investigation.
  • Accommodated FAA and NTSB during five separate incidents with minimal support.
  • Established safety operations across all echelons without major accidents or fatalities over 20 years.
  • Served on multiple crash investigation boards for DOD and civil agencies.
  • Utilized CAE GEHS, CENTRIK, and Insight Flightscape for daily accident reporting and data analysis.
  • Maintained regular communication with Dothan Airport Authority and surrounding airports to ensure operational stability.

Brigade Safety Officer/C12D Pilot in Command

United States Army
Ft. Rucker
08.2012 - 08.2016
  • Flight check support for NAVAID systems globally
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Developed and implemented safety policies to ensure compliance with regulations.

Task Force Safety Officer/ Company Safety Officer

United States Army
Ft. Bragg
05.2003 - 08.2011
  • AH64A/D Air Mission Commander, Dual Seat Pilot-in-Command. (35 months deployed in support of OIF/OEF)

Troop/Tactical Operations Officer

United States Army
Wonju
05.2002 - 05.2003
  • AH64A Pilot
  • Assisted in the preparation and execution of live-fire exercises.
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Military Police Investigator

United States Army
Fort Rucker Fort Bragg
10.1996 - 12.2002
  • Conducted criminal investigations involving serious offenses within military jurisdiction.
  • Prepared detailed reports documenting findings and evidence for legal proceedings.
  • Paratrooper

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology, Communications

University of AlabamaEducation
Tuscaloosa, AL
08-2025

Associate of Applied Science -

Pikes Peak Community College
Colorado Springs, CO
05-1996

Skills

  • Accident prevention
  • Safety management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Risk assessment
  • Hazard identification
  • Safety auditing
  • Professionalism
  • Project management
  • Accident investigation
  • Crisis management
  • Accident reporting

Educational Highlights

  • OSHA 501 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry Trainer course certified
  • Warrant Officers Staff Course (WOSC)
  • Aviation Warrant Officers Advance Course (AWOAC)
  • United States Army Aviation Safety Officers Course
  • United States Army Crash Investigators Course
  • Composite Risk Management Course
  • OSHA 10 Hour Course
  • Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry Trainer course certified

FAA Ratings

  • Commercial Rotorcraft Instrument Rating
  • Commercial Fixed Wing Multi-engine rating
  • UAS operator

Timeline

Safety Professional

CAE
10.2017 - Current

Brigade Safety Officer/C12D Pilot in Command

United States Army
08.2012 - 08.2016

Task Force Safety Officer/ Company Safety Officer

United States Army
05.2003 - 08.2011

Troop/Tactical Operations Officer

United States Army
05.2002 - 05.2003

Military Police Investigator

United States Army
10.1996 - 12.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology, Communications

University of AlabamaEducation

Associate of Applied Science -

Pikes Peak Community College

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