Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator
City Of Johnson City - Risk Management Department
01.2006 - 02.2023
- Competent Person for City of Johnson City and Schools – authorized to take prompt corrective measures, or stop work to eliminate hazards or danger to employees or general public.
- Oversaw compliance with TOSHA, OSHA, NFPA, federal, state, local regulations, general industry and construction standards, guidelines, and prudent practices related to employee safety and municipal liability.
- Served as liaison with TOSHA representatives, performing TOSHA inspections and Rapid Response Investigation reports.
- Developed, implemented and oversaw occupational health and safety plans, policies, procedures, programs and training, emergency and inspection programs, and continually evaluated their effectiveness.
- Maintained, reviewed and updated all safety programs, manuals, SOP's, training records, manifests, certificates, inspection reports and logs as necessary.
- Maintained consistent and reliable working relationship with employees, supervisors, departments, outside agencies and TOSHA.
- Continuously developed and conducted health and safety training, improving employee awareness and understanding of safety protocols, procedures and personal protection equipment to 2300 employees.
- Facilitated emergency response plans, training and drills, ensuring readiness in case of emergencies.
- Performed various types of safety inspections and consultations including buildings, job sites, personal protection equipment, tools, construction vehicles and equipment.
- Created safety checklists; e.g., Confined Space, Excavation, Fall Protection, Fire Extinguishers, Hazard Communication, Electrical, Lockout/Tagout, AED, Eyewash Stations, Forklifts, Skid Steers, and Aerial Lifts.
- Performed Job Task, Hazard, and Root Cause analysis and investigations.
- Investigated complaints, unsafe working conditions, accidents, injuries, near misses and regular site inspections.
- Collected information through employees, and operational practices to identify specific needs of training, personal protection equipment, tools, systems, equipment and procedures to help reduce or eliminate accidents and injuries.
- Developed, implemented, trained, and supervised Train-the-Trainer program for all departments.
- Coordinated and conducted safety workshops to enhance personal growth, personal development and continued educational units for employees and outside agencies.
- Implemented cost saving measures for general and specialized safety training for City of Johnson City departments, outside agencies and public entities while working with TOSHA, UT/CIS, TTAP, Fleming Training Center and other educational institutes.
- Operated and maintained department safety budget, ordered safety equipment and training supplies.
- Prepared competitive and non-competitive procurements, reviewed proposals, selected suppliers, and processed invoices.
- Performed administrative duties, maintained sensitive and confidential information, prepared reports, certificates, record keeping, and technical work that involved analyzing data, researching and planning.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office skills - Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, scheduling, web, social media, and Zoom.
