MARY RIOS
Liberty,TX
Summary
Experienced Bilingual Safety Professional with over 20 years of proven record ensuring safety compliance and injury reduction rate in the chemical plants, power facilities, and industrial settings. Developing and running safety management programs and training contents for sites, including new hire orientations, compliance-based and site-specific safety training for technical subject matter (energized work, line breaks, confined space, critical lifts, PSM, industrial hygiene monitoring, respirable silica). Collaborate with and formally report company safety status and key performance indicators (KPI) to site leadership. Streamlining safety meetings and audits, improving corporate auditing scores by 85%. Demonstrated leadership in behavior-based programs by increasing management and staff participation while championing workers daily. Proven expertise in safety documentation, program development, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Technician
Safetyworxs
02.2024 - Current
- Conducted ongoing job safety analysis for conformity to personal protective equipment guidelines and occupational safety procedures.
- Maintained audit, fall protection, assured grounding, equipment inspection, incident investigation and safety performance indicator documentation to comply with site safety management plan and OSHA for regulatory committee.
- Examined credentials, licenses and permits for compliance with crane operator licensing requirements.
- Monitored subcontractor's adherence to site safety management plan and issued written warnings for nonconformance.
- Assisted management with accident investigations and analysis to determine root cause for corrective action plan.
- Collaborated with OSHA and regulatory agencies to discuss citations, accidents and claims to discuss corrective action plans.
- Investigated and reported on hazardous materials spills, fires and other emergencies.
- Inspected job sites and completed in-depth reports outlining safety concerns and corrective recommendations.
Safety Management
S & B Engineers and Constructors - USA
08.2017 - 09.2023
- Spearheaded a respirable crystalline silica program, ensuring 0 exposures or injuries during concrete and earth-moving tasks
- Collaborated across stakeholders for an 82% reduction in injuries, incidents, and enhanced safety compliance, supporting site management and field supervision
- Optimized Intelex EHS system, resulting in a 50% decrease in worksite incidents and comprehensive safety performance KPI reports for real-time monitoring
- Orchestrated successful out-of-state industrial expansion, managing 500 field employees, 4 safety professionals, and 1 medic, achieving an outstanding safety record
- Guided staff, achieving a 15% decrease in customer complaints, a 10% increase in positive feedback, and enhancing operational efficiency through thorough incident investigations and streamlined safety meetings.
Safety Supervision / Technician
Wood Group & S & B Engineers and Constructors - USA
01.2011 - 08.2017
- Contributed to a safer work environment by orchestrating a comprehensive safety program, emphasizing awareness and adherence to safety standards
- Reviewed and approved task analysis for specific job tasks, ensuring safety compliance and risk mitigation
- Implemented robust protocols, reducing workplace incidents and accidents by an impressive 40%
- Streamlined onboarding for 50-member electrical project, elevating safety compliance and awareness by 40%
- Conducted targeted training sessions on electrical hazards, fostering a safer work environment.
Safety Specialist / Engineer
Bechtel Corporation - USA
10.2008 - 12.2010
- Coordinated with Bechtel; HSE management to develop and train employees on site-specific safety and emergency plans
- Worked various shifts, providing Bechtel oversight for project subcontractors during different phases
- Offered technical support to construction personnel, engineers, and subcontractors, ensuring adherence to safety requirements
- Led incident investigations, utilized company software for root cause analysis, and communicated findings at weekly safety meetings
- Conducted construction hazard analyses, optimizing warehouse ordering and ensuring compliance with a range of PPE.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University
11.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University
09.2012
Skills
- Risk Assessments
- Regulatory Compliance
- Occupational Health Safety Management
- Microsoft Software Proficiency
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Problem-Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Incident Investigation and Reporting
- Environmental auditing
- Industrial hygiene testing
- Time management abilities
Certification
- Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP), Board of Certified Safety Professionals
- Occupational Health Safety Technician (OHST), Board of Certified Safety Professionals # OHST-6727
- Certified Health Safety Technician (CHST), Board of Certified Safety Professionals #CHST-15805
- Construction Site Safety Technician (CSST), National Center for Construction Education #27173818
Affiliations
- National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)
- American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP)
- American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE)
- National Women in Construction (NWIC)
Continuing Education
- Industrial hygiene certificate CEU
- Process Safety Management certificate CEU
- Attended workshops and webinars for latest updates in safety standards, rules, and regulations.
Leadership Volunteering
- Volunteer, Local Community Health & Safety Initiatives focused on promoting safety awareness and developing emergency response plans
- Church Ministry feeding homeless providing blankets
- Children's ministry volunteer
- Toys for Tots collections
- Local Food Pantry collections and donations
Timeline
Safety Technician
Safetyworxs
02.2024 - Current
Safety Management
S & B Engineers and Constructors - USA
08.2017 - 09.2023
Safety Supervision / Technician
Wood Group & S & B Engineers and Constructors - USA
01.2011 - 08.2017
Safety Specialist / Engineer
Bechtel Corporation - USA
10.2008 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University
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