Lionel C. Souza
Linden,NJ
Summary
Knowledgeable professional eager to leverage knowledge in occupational health and safety. Qualified to create safety policies, conduct inspections and deliver training. Smart and efficient with relevant software and technology for data analysis and reporting.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Safety Specialist III
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
11.2021 - Current
- Perform comprehensive Indoor Air Quality assessments, conduct asbestos sampling, and proactively mitigate mold issues in critical areas
- Analyze incident and accident reports, implementing preventive measures that significantly reduced recurrence rates
- Manage hazardous waste storage facility in adherence to RCRA (Resource Conservation and Recovery Act) regulations
- Participate in fit testing sessions that service faculty/staff members and undergraduate/graduate studen ts across the Newark and New Brunswick campuses
- Deliver comprehensive Right to Know training in English and Spanish to Rutgers Facilities, Utilities, and Custodial staff
- Conduct inspections of research laboratories, ensuring strict compliance with waste disposal regulations and PEOSHA standards
Health and Safety Specialist
Kalustyan Corporation
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Thoroughly assess workplace environments and protocols to safeguard employees from potential hazards
- Conduct in-depth investigations into near misses, incidents, and accidents to determine root causes and formulate comprehensive prevention strategies
- Manage records for Worker’s Compensation cases and OSHA 300/300A logs, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Develop and deploy Safety Operating Procedures and Programs, aligning them with OSHA and NFPA regulations
- Hold the role of Power Industrial Truck Trainer (Class I, IV, V) and oversee PIT maintenance operations
Industrial Hygiene and Safety Technician
Emilcott Associates
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Analyzed air monitoring data and gathered air samples to detect critical contaminants and dust within the construction industry
- Precisely calibrated, diligently maintained, and proficiently operated air monitoring equipment
- Safeguarded the well-being of laborers amidst the COVID-19 pandemic by enforcing consistent mask utilization, rigorous screening protocols, and effective social distancing measures
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ08.2019
Skills
- Professional level written and oral proficiency in Spanish
- Air Sampling
- Vendor Relations
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Asbestos Awareness
- Incident Investigation
- Hazardous Material(s) Management
Certification
- OSHA 10 HR (Construction)
- OSHA 40HR HAZWOPER
- Certification Certified First Aid, CPR and AED
- AHERA Inspector
Timeline
Health Safety Specialist III
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
11.2021 - Current
Health and Safety Specialist
Kalustyan Corporation
01.2021 - 11.2021
Industrial Hygiene and Safety Technician
Emilcott Associates
01.2020 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
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