Michael Barnhardt
Waco
Summary
Experienced and innovative safety leader with over 20 years of progressive responsibilities in risk management, workplace health and safety (WHS), and personnel development. Adept at building trust with cross-functional teams, implementing safety programs, and driving operational excellence in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to execute WHS policies, conduct risk assessments, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Strong communicator with expertise in training, auditing, and mentoring teams to develop future safety leaders.
Risk Management professional with strong background in identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks. Skilled in developing comprehensive risk management strategies, conducting thorough risk assessments, and implementing effective risk controls. Focused on collaboration and achieving measurable results, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently reliable. Proficient in risk analysis, regulatory compliance, and strategic planning, with proven ability to enhance organizational safety and security.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Risk Management Consultant
ICW Group
05.2022 - Current
- Consulted over 126 companies, providing 109 formal program and process safety recommendations, increasing book of business value by 60 percent ($20.1M)
- Managed risk across a $13M state-regulated portfolio, ensuring full compliance with safety and environmental standards within six months
- Conducted OSHA and NFPA risk/compliance audits for newly constructed facilities, identifying over 1,300 discrepancies and proposing corrective measures
- Delivered comprehensive safety training, including First Aid, Risk Identification, and Incident Reporting
Training Facilitator
RELIABILITY SOLUTIONS LLC
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided OSHA compliance training to enhance safety programs for corporate clients
- Delivered weekly maintenance and safety training courses to Amazon employees, ensuring regulatory compliance and risk mitigation
Air Traffic Control Manager
ROBINSON AVIATION (RVA) INC.
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Led recruitment efforts for 100 plus new employees, achieving a 91 percent staff fill rate
- Managed safety programs and training records for air traffic control operations, reducing safety-related incidents by 20 percent
- Supervised team safety compliance, ensuring all operations adhered to OSHA and FAA regulations
Aviation Project Manager
VINNELL ARABIA
11.2014 - 12.2020
- Spearheaded safety program implementation for the largest aviation division, overseeing 200 plus employees and achieving an 87 percent retention rate
- Directed risk management initiatives, ensuring compliance with regional and international safety regulations
- Conducted safety training and accident investigations, mitigating workplace hazards and enhancing operational safety
ATC Watch Supervisor & Standards & Evaluations Manager
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
01.1999 - 01.2014
- Managed air traffic control operations and safety compliance across multiple locations globally
- Developed and led safety programs, ensuring zero on-the-job incidents for over 50 personnel
- Conducted hazard identification and risk assessments, implementing safety policies and training programs that enhanced workforce safety awareness
Education
M.S. - Occupational Safety Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
01.2024
B.S. - Business Administration
Capella University
01.2020
A.A.S. - Airway Science
Community College of the Air Force
01.2006
Skills
- Workplace Health & Safety Compliance (OSHA, NFPA, ISO)
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation Strategies
- Lean Principles & Continuous Improvement
- Leadership Development & Team Management
- Training & Safety Program Implementation
- Data-Driven Safety Analysis & Incident Reduction
- Regulatory Compliance & Policy Enforcement
- Emergency Response & Crisis Management
- Operational risk management
- Internal audits
- Incident investigations
- Claim reviews
- Employee safety
- Root-cause analysis
- Workers compensation programs
- Business process improvement
- Project management
- Staff management
Certification
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP), In Progress
- Graduate Safety Professional (GSP), GSP-22492
- OSHA Authorized Outreach Trainer -General Industry
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- AS9110, 2016 Internal Auditor & Third Party Auditor
- ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor Certification
- ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor, BSI #ENR-00244832
- Associate in Risk Management (ARM)
Current Accomplishments
- Led continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Kaizen events and lean principles, successfully reducing safety risks and improving workplace health conditions.
- Developed and mentored safety professionals, enhancing leadership pipeline and strengthening safety culture.
- Audited safety programs, identifying compliance gaps and implementing corrective actions to align with corporate and regulatory standards.
- Partnered with executive leadership to drive strategic safety initiatives, influencing policies and best practices across multi-site operations.
Timeline
Risk Management Consultant
ICW Group
05.2022 - Current
Training Facilitator
RELIABILITY SOLUTIONS LLC
09.2021 - 05.2022
Air Traffic Control Manager
ROBINSON AVIATION (RVA) INC.
01.2021 - 09.2021
Aviation Project Manager
VINNELL ARABIA
11.2014 - 12.2020
ATC Watch Supervisor & Standards & Evaluations Manager
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
01.1999 - 01.2014
B.S. - Business Administration
Capella University
A.A.S. - Airway Science
Community College of the Air Force
M.S. - Occupational Safety Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
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