Lance Heron
Loganville,GA
Summary
Detail-oriented Safety Specialist with expertise in safety audits, incident investigation, and compliance monitoring. Proven ability to develop safety training and foster a culture of awareness to enhance workplace safety.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Safety Specialist
Amazon.Inc
Pendergrass, Georgia
12.2021 - 03.2026
- Conducted safety audits to identify and address potential hazards, enhancing workplace safety.
- Developed training materials for safety protocols and procedures.
- Collaborated with teams to implement safety improvements across operations.
- Monitored compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Facilitated safety meetings to educate staff on best practices.
- Investigated incidents to determine root causes and preventive measures.
- Reported safety metrics and trends to management for review.
- Engaged employees in safety initiatives to foster a culture of awareness.
- Monitored employee work areas for unsafe conditions and took corrective action.
- Developed and implemented safety procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Conducted safety inspections of workplace, identified hazards and provided corrective action recommendations.
- Led frequent safety drills to maintain sharp hazard awareness and emergency response of team members.
- Investigated accidents to determine root cause and develop preventive measures to avoid reoccurrence.
- Maintained accurate records of all safety-related incidents and investigations in accordance with company policies.
- Analyzed data from accident investigations, incident reports, and inspection results to identify trends indicating systemic safety issues.
- Participated in the development of emergency response plans, hazard communication programs, lockout and tagout procedures, confined space entry protocols.
- Coordinated activities between multiple departments related to ensuring a safe working environment.
- Provided employees with safety training on emergency response plans, hazardous materials handling, fire prevention and personal protective equipment use.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings from safety inspections and investigations, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Performed ergonomic assessments of workstations to identify potential risks associated with repetitive motion injuries.
- Verified employee participation in emergency response training sessions.
- Collaborated with management teams to implement effective strategies for minimizing risk exposure in the workplace.
- Conducted regular audits of facility operations to assess adherence to established safety protocols.
- Contributed to procedural and operational audits.
- Worked with inspectors to conduct full facility checks.
- Created educational material on a variety of topics related to workplace health and safety standards such as proper lifting technique, chemical handling protocol, electrical hazards awareness training.
- Provided technical support regarding occupational injury prevention initiatives including ergonomics analysis, job hazard analysis, incident investigation techniques and other relevant topics.
- Evaluated effectiveness of current safety policies and recommended changes as needed.
- Facilitated meetings between departmental representatives in order to discuss ways of improving overall safety performance within the organization.
- Collected and analyzed air and fluid samples to assess safety and compliance with standards.
Safety Coordinator
Amazon.Inc
Jefferson, Georgia
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Collaborated with teams to ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify potential hazards in operations.
- Assisted in investigating workplace incidents to determine root causes and solutions.
- Monitored equipment and facility conditions to ensure a safe working environment.
- Provided guidance on safe work practices including proper use of Personal Protective Equipment.
Server
Waffle House Restaurant
Grayson, Georgia
01.2016 - 03.2019
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Maintained cleanliness of tables, dining area, and kitchen stations.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery.
- Took and processed customer orders accurately and efficiently.
- Stocked supplies and organized inventory for smooth operations.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
Cashier
Kroger
Grayson, GA
12.2014 - 08.2016
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided excellent service.
- Handled cash, credit, and gift card transactions accurately and securely.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth store operations.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively to maintain a positive shopping experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grayson High School
Grayson, GA05-2012
Skills
- Safety audits
- Incident investigation
- Safety training development
- Compliance monitoring
- Risk assessment
- Hazard communication
Certification
OHSA 30 Certified
Affiliations
Adventure Bags, Inc - 163 Martin Luther King Jr, Dr.Winve, GA 30680 (2025)
Timeline
Safety Specialist
Amazon.Inc
12.2021 - 03.2026
Safety Coordinator
Amazon.Inc
10.2020 - 12.2021
Server
Waffle House Restaurant
01.2016 - 03.2019
Cashier
Kroger
12.2014 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Grayson High School