Michael Neely
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Tenured professional with substantial experience managing personnel and developing and implementing safety and health programs. Strong knowledge and working application of OSHA / EPA regulatory compliance standards. Committed to worker safety and well-being while supporting the mission of the company.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator
BlueHalo
11.2022 - Current
- Extensive Environmental Health and Safety program creation and development for the BlueHalo Albuquerque sector and enterprise system
- Created hazardous waste stream management strategy to ensure waste generator status and reduce the overall storage of waste materials
- Developed the emergency response team training and enhanced the response capability
- Created a BlueHalo new employee orientation for worker safety
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards
- Performed job hazard analyses to evaluate potential work hazards and developed actions to reduce or mitigate risks
- Created and implemented an injury and illness prevention program that incorporated near miss and hazard reporting criteria
- Established a PPE re-imbursement program for feet and eye wear
- Initiated a corporate online program for safety data sheet management
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions
- Completed required regulatory compliance correspondence and reporting fees for BlueHalo Albuquerque
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively towards a positive safety culture
- Developed certification and training programs to meet OSHA regulatory compliance for PIT, MEWP, LOTO, CPR, First Aid and Bridge Crane operations
- Formalized training record documentation
- Upon request from leadership, provided 2024 budget information for EH&S growth and training needs
Safety Supervisor
SUMCO Phoenix Corporation
06.2019 - 09.2022
- Comprehensive Environmental Health and Safety program management for an epitaxial layering manufacturing facility
- Conducted all new employee safety orientation and instructed employees on OSHA standards
- Investigated all onsite incidents and instituted precautionary measures to reduce risk and severity of workplace injuries
- Led monthly safety meetings and conducted de-briefings on employee injuries and corrective actions
- Developed specialized training for high risk tasks
- Created and monitored annual environmental systems improvements and helped the company achieve and maintain ISO 14001 compliance (Lead Auditor ISO 14001)
- Conducted annual Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism training and updated all related records for DOH and CISA
- Initiated and managed employee background investigations for CFATS, personnel surety program
- Managed and trained the emergency response team
- Implemented new rescue procedures and equipment for ERT
- Applied for and maintained environmental permits for industrial waste water and air emissions
- Created a hazardous waste management system to maintain generator status
- Oversaw and updated the company Process Safety Management program and successfully addressed previous OSHA compliance issues
- Conducted a Risk Management Plan audit and updated it to comply with EPA
- Managed annual safety affidavits, Tier 2 (EPCRA) and Form R (EPA) data collection and reporting
- Received recognition for maintaining a reportable injury rate well below the industry standard and for going 540 days without an incident
Safety Specialist
DaVita Medical Group
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Established an Environmental Health and Safety program for a national medical provider
- Provided guidance to office managers on EH&S program implementation and alignment with regulatory compliance
- Created new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
- Created an online safety data sheet management system to ensure OSHA hazard communication program compliance
- Coordinated EH&S efforts with Facilities in order to meet NFPA Life Safety Codes
- Developed and led safety training courses for employees at all levels
- Investigated all worker safety incidents and liaised with Human Resources and the company worker's compensation insurance
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines
- Established and organized emergency response plans and drills to increase preparedness
- Created and presented training on responding to an active shooter event
- Conducted an annual training and drill for business recovery
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards (See Something, Say Something)
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Developed and initiated a respiratory protection program for 270+ high risk medical providers
Safety Specialist / Analyst
Central New Mexico Community College
08.2014 - 03.2018
- Worked with a Safety Team that served a multiple campus, 20,000 student community college
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations
- Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to hazard identification and mitigation
- Provided assistance in managing health and safety programs aligned with industry standards for education centers
- Led training courses for employees at all levels
- Collected samples of air to check compliance with respiratory program standards
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazards, safety and ADA compliance
- Coordinated emergency response plans and evacuation drills
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Coordinated and signed for hazardous material removal
- Instructed part-time for the emergency medical services program
Assistant Fire Chief - Retired
Santa Fe County Fire Department
08.1999 - 05.2014
- Provided emergency response and management in a combination fire department supporting 100,000 residents and covering 2,000 square miles
- Initially hired as a Paramedic/Firefighter, promoted to Captain in 2005, Battalion Chief in 2009 and Assistant Fire Chief in 2012
- Directed work of 75 professional firefighters and 250 volunteers engaged in providing emergency services to the citizens and visitors of Santa Fe County
- Managed the training and development of new firefighters as the departments chief officer for training academies
- Developed hiring and promotional matrices for annual academies and career ladder logistics
- Served on promotional boards for other fire department
- Commanded multiple fire companies and emergency responders during calls for service
- Served as the departments safety officer on large scale fire events
- Conducted annual respiratory fit testing
- Served as former president of the SFCFD IAFF Local
- Represented the Department and County during labor negotiations
- Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - OSHA
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, ALEmergency Medicine / Paramedic Program
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM06.1990
Skills
- Team Management
- Safety Program Development
- Regulatory Compliance
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Job Hazard Assessment
- Training and Instruction
- Root Cause Analysis
- Servant Leadership
- Accident Investigation
- Emergency Response
- Hazard Containment
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- Certified Safety and Health Manager, IHMM - Scheduled to test 12/2023
- Certified Laser Safety Officer - LSC LLC. - 10/2023
- Certified Trainer, PIT, MEWP, Bridge Crane, ARC - various dates
- Certified Fire Instructor 1, IFSAC - 12/2005
- Certified Instructor Radiological / Nuclear Technician awareness, CTOS - 7/2005
Timeline
Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator
BlueHalo
11.2022 - Current
Safety Supervisor
SUMCO Phoenix Corporation
06.2019 - 09.2022
Safety Specialist
DaVita Medical Group
05.2018 - 04.2019
Safety Specialist / Analyst
Central New Mexico Community College
08.2014 - 03.2018
Assistant Fire Chief - Retired
Santa Fe County Fire Department
08.1999 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - OSHA
Columbia Southern University
Emergency Medicine / Paramedic Program
University of New Mexico
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