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Michelle Pate

Warner Robins

Summary

Dynamic industrial hygienist with extensive experience at HazAir, excelling in risk assessment and compliance monitoring. Proven track record in managing health surveillance programs and executing corrective actions for ventilation systems. Strong project management skills complemented by a commitment to safety awareness, ensuring optimal health standards for over 25,000 personnel.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

On-Site Lead Industrial Hygienist

HazAir
Warner Robins
01.2020 - Current
  • Coordinated daily operations and facilitated client interactions with on-site staff.
  • Oversaw program management, including scheduling, equipment requirements, and work tracking.
  • Executed baseline and follow-up assessments on approximately 200 ventilation systems, recommending corrective actions for non-compliant units.
  • Performed health risk assessments in WR-ALC areas to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
  • Conducted quality assurance on industrial hygiene data and reviewed routine sampling reports.
  • Recommended personal protective equipment and additional controls based on compliance evaluations.

Environmental Technician

Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions
Warner Robins
10.2006 - 12.2019
  • Conducted work exposure assessments through air sampling and ventilation evaluations.
    Provided industrial hygiene consulting for U.S. Air Force 78 Contracting Squadron at Robins Air Force Base.
    Monitored air quality during aircraft maintenance to identify potential OSHA chemical exposures.
    Evaluated industrial ventilation systems to mitigate hazards during maintenance activities.
    Performed baseline and quarterly assessments of ventilation systems for compliance with design criteria.
    Developed recommendations for troubleshooting and maintenance of ventilation systems.
    Documented ventilation system details, including forms and photographs for compliance records.
    Collected swipe samples to address OSHA violations and evaluate housekeeping effectiveness.

Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge: Bioenvironmental Engineering Flight Operations

U.S. Air Force
Robins Air Force Base
01.2007 - 10.2007
  • Managed Flight self assessment program.
  • Evaluated flight programs to ensure compliance of environmental, safety and occupational health protocols.
  • Identified discrepancies, developed corrective management action plans and tracked monthly updates and completion status.
  • Prepared reports for commanders and Air Force compliance inspectors.

Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge: Readiness and Training Element

U.S. Air Force
Robins Air Force Base
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Managed flight readiness and training element.
  • Developed, implemented and tracked annual Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNE), disaster team, in service and equipment training plans.
  • Organized and evaluated realistic emergency response exercises with outside agencies enhancing mission readiness and capability.
  • Managed on-the-job training program and tracked progress milestones.

Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge: Industrial Hygiene Element

U.S. Air Force
Robins Air Force Base
03.2003 - 01.2006
  • Managed Occupational Health Surveillance Program with 31 industrial hygiene professionals.
  • Prioritized, scheduled and tracked performance of over 270 occupational and community health surveys to identify, evaluate and control physical, chemical and biological hazards affecting over 25,000 employees on Robins Air Force Base.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, Air Force and local health and environmental health regulations.
  • Prepared and reviewed reports for commanders and shop supervisors to maximize mission effectiveness through fact based health risk management.
  • Prioritized and tracked completion of special projects.
  • Responded to weapons of mass destruction and hazardous materials exercises and incidents; advising commanders on health risks and personal protective equipment requirements.

Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge: Engineering and Analysis Element

U.S. Air Force
Robins Air Force Base
05.2000 - 03.2003
  • Managed the Robins Air Force Base Drinking Water Surveillance Program; determined and implemented requirements; ensuring compliance with federal and state environmental regulations.
  • Supervised the collection of drinking water samples for over 123 contaminants.
  • Assigned and tracked completion of all water complaints and water main breaks responses.
  • Provided critical sampling results to over 3600 housing residents through the completion of the Annual Consumer Confidence reports.
  • Organized water cross contamination inspection project for over 600 facilities.
  • Sampled and monitored 4 base swimming pools.
  • Assessed indoor air quality complaints; interviewing personnel, evaluating ambient environmental conditions and identifying corrective actions to eliminate any hazards.

Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge: Industrial Hygiene Element

U.S. Air Force
Robins Air Force Base
05.1999 - 05.2000
  • Conducted comprehensive surveys to identify, evaluate and control physical, chemical and biological health hazards in over 500 work centers.
  • Conducted specialized ventilation assessments to ensure operation within design specifications.
  • Prepared and reviewed technical reports for supervisory personnel.
  • Implemented safe drinking water act requirements and conducted sampling.
  • Developed emergency response plans.
  • Responded to hazardous material incidents.
  • Quantified exposures and recommended proper clean-up measures.

Bioenvironmental Engineering Craftsman

U.S. Air Force
Robins Air Force Base
07.1996 - 05.1999
  • Conducted routine and special occupational health assessments to identify, evaluate and control physical, chemical and biological health hazards in 300 industrial workplaces.
  • Prepared and reviewed technical reports for supervisory personnel.
  • Implemented safe drinking water act requirements and conducted sampling.
  • Responded to hazardous material incidents.
  • Quantified exposures and recommended proper clean-up measures.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Bioenvironmental Engineering Technology

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
01.1993

Some College (No Degree) - Occupational Health And Safety

Columbia Southern
Orange Beach, AL

Skills

  • Industrial hygiene and health compliance
  • Risk assessment and ventilation
  • Safety awareness and coordination
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Project management

Office Of Employment

East US - Warner Robins

Personal Information

Industrial Hygienst

Languages

English Fluent

Spanish Limited

Years With Current Employer

5

Years Of Experience

32

Timeline

On-Site Lead Industrial Hygienist

HazAir
01.2020 - Current

Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge: Bioenvironmental Engineering Flight Operations

U.S. Air Force
01.2007 - 10.2007

Environmental Technician

Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions
10.2006 - 12.2019

Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge: Readiness and Training Element

U.S. Air Force
01.2006 - 01.2007

Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge: Industrial Hygiene Element

U.S. Air Force
03.2003 - 01.2006

Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge: Engineering and Analysis Element

U.S. Air Force
05.2000 - 03.2003

Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge: Industrial Hygiene Element

U.S. Air Force
05.1999 - 05.2000

Bioenvironmental Engineering Craftsman

U.S. Air Force
07.1996 - 05.1999

Associate of Applied Science - Bioenvironmental Engineering Technology

Community College of The Air Force

Some College (No Degree) - Occupational Health And Safety

Columbia Southern