Michael Tidwell
IRVING,TX
Summary
Experienced EH&S leader with a proven track record in implementing robust safety programs and ensuring regulatory compliance. Seeking to leverage expertise in OSHA/EPA/TCEQ/ANSI interpretation and risk management to drive safety excellence and foster a culture of well-being and compliance within a progressive organization.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Area SHE Manager
Rentokil-Terminix
04.2023 - Current
- Manage safety and health for a national market of 2200, achieving a 25% reduction in workplace incidents.
- Implement safety metrics, including a 15% increase in safety compliance and a 20% improvement in ergonomic standards.
- Orchestrate a significant drop in Lost Time Accidents (LTA's) rate from 4.5 to an impressive 0.15, reflecting a steadfast commitment to safety excellence.
- Enhance training completion rates from 76% to a perfect 100% by year-end, ensuring comprehensive readiness and compliance across the organization.
- Spearhead a comprehensive safety collaboration program across all departments, resulting in a 25% increase in incident reporting accuracy and a 30% reduction in response time to safety incidents.
EH&S Specialist
Grande West Transportation
07.2020 - 03.2023
- Developed site safety procedures and programs, resulting in a 25% decrease in workplace accidents
- Conducted workplace environmental/safety inspections and developed abatement plans, enhancing overall EHS performance
- Charted new engineering designs and technical service bulletins, contributing to improved safety measures for 40' and 45' coach buses.
Safety Director
Thomas Transportation
04.2020 - 01.2023
- Designed and implemented process safety programs and manufacturing training for over 200+ workers, resulting in a 20% reduction in workplace incidents
- Led hazard and root cause analysis reviews, overseeing safety aspects of all process scale-ups and driving a 15% improvement in safety compliance
- Developed new occupational safety and health policies, addressing broad compliance and certification updates, ensuring adherence to federal laws and industry standards.
Safety Director
Thomas Transportation
04.2020 - 01.2023
- Designed and implemented process safety programs and manufacturing training for over 200+ workers, resulting in a 20% reduction in workplace incidents
- Led hazard and root cause analysis reviews, overseeing safety aspects of all process scale-ups and driving a 15% improvement in safety compliance
- Developed new occupational safety and health policies, addressing broad compliance and certification updates, ensuring adherence to federal laws and industry standards.
Transportation Safety Manager
Southern Refrigerated Transport
08.2018 - 04.2020
- Ensured strict adherence to DOT regulations at state and federal levels, overseeing safety measures for over 600+ drivers
- Led DOT audits and reported on company safety measures, resulting in a 30% increase in safety compliance
- Investigated over 40 injuries and collisions, implementing effective companywide improvement initiatives.
Education
Masters of Science-Leadership in Sustainability -
Texas A&M
Bachelors of Science- Occupation Health and Safety -
University of North Texas
Certified Safety Director -
North American Transport Management Institute
CSP -
Board of Certified Safety Professionals
Skills
- OSHA/EPA/TCEQ/ANSI Interpretation
- Safety Training and Management
- ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001
- Process Safety
- SDS and Hazardous Communication
- Risk and Continuous Improvement
- Learning and Professional Development
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Global leadership
- Manufacturer-oriented Problem Solving
- Root Cause Analysis, PFMEA, and FMEA
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Timeline
Area SHE Manager
Rentokil-Terminix
04.2023 - Current
EH&S Specialist
Grande West Transportation
07.2020 - 03.2023
Safety Director
Thomas Transportation
04.2020 - 01.2023
Safety Director
Thomas Transportation
04.2020 - 01.2023
Transportation Safety Manager
Southern Refrigerated Transport
08.2018 - 04.2020
Masters of Science-Leadership in Sustainability -
Texas A&M
Bachelors of Science- Occupation Health and Safety -
University of North Texas
Certified Safety Director -
North American Transport Management Institute
CSP -
Board of Certified Safety Professionals