Megan George
Vidor,TX
Summary
Highly skilled and dedicated Safety Specialist with a strong background in implementing and maintaining comprehensive safety programs. Has successfully developed and executed safety protocols, conducted thorough risk assessments, and implemented corrective measures to ensure a safe working environment. Proven expertise in training employees on safety procedures, promoting safety awareness, and investigating incidents to determine root causes and prevent future occurrences. A detailoriented professional with exceptional problem-solving abilities and a commitment to fostering a culture of safety
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Commissioning- Permit to Work
KBR
01.2024 - Current
- Assist operations, maintenance & contractor personnel in identifying appropriate permits for their daily work.
- Identifying and addressing any conflicts between the proposed work and other activities in the area.
- Oversee training programs for Permit to Work activity.
Construction/Commissioning Safety Manger
KBD Group
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with management to develop company-wide safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
Construction Safety Manager
RESPONS-ABLE SAFETY
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Reduced workplace accidents through diligent hazard identification and implementation of corrective measures.
- Managed personal protective equipment inventory effectively, ensuring workers had appropriate gear while onsite.
- Administered site-specific inductions for all personnel entering job sites, ensuring thorough understanding of relevant safety requirements before commencing work.
Safety Manager
JSS Safety
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
- Complete confined space entry permits, hazardous work permits, and job safety analysis before work begins each day
Safety/Wellness Manager
Amazon
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Improved employee satisfaction with workplace wellness offerings by soliciting feedback and making necessary adjustments.
- Reduced healthcare costs for the organization by promoting preventive health measures and early intervention strategies.
Turnaround Safety Manager
Ohmstede
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
- Provided training and education to workers and site personnel, equipping them with knowledge of safety procedures, hazard recognition, and proper utilization of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Project Safety Manager
Robinson Construction
08.2019 - 03.2022
- Customized toolbox talks for each trade group working onsite, providing relevant information while driving home key messages about safety practices.
- Provided technical guidance to field personnel regarding regulatory compliance, helping maintain adherence to local, state, and federal requirements.
Turnaround/Client Operations Permit to Work
Code Red Safety
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Communicated with all responsible parties for issuing permits, answered all their questions and provided additional information as needed .
- Provided guidance and assistance to project teams, helped them understand the permit requirements and process so that projects can proceed smoothly
Commissioning Safety Manager
Technical Diagnostic Services
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Provided guidance and assistance to project teams, helped them understand the permit requirements and process so that projects can proceed smoothly.
- Provided training and instruction to construction personnel on health and safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to safety procedures
Safety Instructor /NCCER Trainer
SPINDLETOP INDUSTRIAL TRAINING
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements related to workplace safety, ensuring compliance across all operations.
- Delivered safety training and instruction to construction workers and professionals, utilizing the NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) curriculum and guidelines
- Developed engaging and interactive safety training sessions, incorporating instructional techniques to promote understanding and retention of safety concepts.
Operations Safety Manager
Solvay Specialty Polymers
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Worked together with different teams to create and update safety rules, steps, and guidelines.
- Regularly checked and reviewed safety measures, finding areas that needed improvement and suggesting ways to make things safer.
- Kept precise records and documents of safety-related incidents, inspections, and employee training.
Turnaround Permit to Work/Safety Manager
NES Global Talent
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Conducted regular inspections and risk assessments of construction sites for Permitted activities.
- Maintained meticulous safety records and documentation, including inspection reports, incident logs, training records, and safety permits.
Safety Manager
DEFINITIVE INDUSTRIAL GROUP
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Collaborated with project managers and contractors, integrating safety considerations into project planning and execution
- Investigated accidents and incidents, figured out why they happened, and suggested ways to prevent them from happening again
Safety Manager
CleaverBrooks
03.2016 - 07.2017
- Implemented and managed comprehensive safety programs to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
- Kept detailed records of safety-related information, such as inspection reports, incident logs, meeting notes, and training records.
Education
Safety Management
Skills
◆ Abating ◆ Civil Work ◆ Concrete ◆ Confined Space ◆ Cranes ◆ Electrical ◆ Fire Watch ◆ Forklift ◆ Hole/ Fire/ Bottle watch ◆ Instructing ◆ Lifting / Material Handling ◆ Lockout / Tagout ◆ Maintenance ◆ Mining ◆ New Construction ◆ Operation of Powered Platforms / Lifts ◆ Outage Work ◆ Rail ◆ Respiratory Protection ◆ Rope Rescue ◆ Safety Meetings ◆ Scaffolding ◆ Steel Erection ◆ Storage of Flammable & Combustible Liquids ◆ Tank Cleaning ◆ Technical Rescue ◆ Traffic Controls ◆ Transporting (dot) ◆ Trench ◆ Under Ground Utilities ◆ Water Blasting ◆ Welding ◆ Working from Height
Relevant Work Sites
- New Construction/ Pipeline
Venture Global LNG | Port Sulphur, LA
Cameron LNG | Hackberry, LA
Kinder Morgan | Savannah, GA
Golden Pass LNG | Sabine Pass, TX
- Manufacturing
Amazon | Boise ID Omaha, NE
Intel | Albuquerque, NM
ConAgra | Russellville, AR
Toyota Battery | Julian, NC Mine
Lehigh Cement | Mitchell, IN
- Paper Mills
Westrock | Evadale,TX
International Paper | Orange, TX Columbus, MS
- Food Processing
Conagra Russellville, AR
- Polymer Plant
Solvay | Orange, TX
Sasol | Lake Charles, LA Chemical/Petrochemical
- Plants/Refineries
Exxon Mobil | Beaumont, TX
Motiva | Port Arthur, TX
Total | Port Arthur, TX
Chevron | Port Arthur, TX
Westlake | Sulphur, LA
Invista | Orange, TX
INEOS | Houston, TX
Exxon Mobil | Beaumont, TX
Delek | El Dorado, AR
Timeline
Commissioning- Permit to Work
KBR
01.2024 - Current
Construction/Commissioning Safety Manger
KBD Group
07.2023 - 01.2024
Construction Safety Manager
RESPONS-ABLE SAFETY
05.2023 - 08.2023
Safety Manager
JSS Safety
05.2023 - 06.2023
Safety/Wellness Manager
Amazon
08.2022 - 05.2023
Turnaround Safety Manager
Ohmstede
03.2022 - 05.2022
Turnaround/Client Operations Permit to Work
Code Red Safety
08.2021 - 12.2021
Commissioning Safety Manager
Technical Diagnostic Services
01.2021 - 08.2021
Safety Instructor /NCCER Trainer
SPINDLETOP INDUSTRIAL TRAINING
03.2020 - 01.2021
Project Safety Manager
Robinson Construction
08.2019 - 03.2022
Operations Safety Manager
Solvay Specialty Polymers
08.2019 - 03.2020
Turnaround Permit to Work/Safety Manager
NES Global Talent
01.2018 - 01.2019
Safety Manager
DEFINITIVE INDUSTRIAL GROUP
07.2017 - 01.2018
Safety Manager
CleaverBrooks
03.2016 - 07.2017
Safety Management