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Nicolas Morrissey

Orlando,FL

Summary

Experienced safety professional competent in developing and promoting safety-first company cultures. Proficient with building and managing action plans, maintaining compliance with standards and optimizing program operations. Dedicated to crafting straight-forward and successful safety programs.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Industrial Hygienist

Universal Studios
Orlando, FL
09.2023 - Current
  • Reviewed Material Safety Data Sheets for new chemicals being introduced into the workplace environment and advised management on proper handling procedures.
  • Maintained records of all investigations performed as well as any corrective actions taken.
  • Responded promptly to complaints received from employees about potential health risks at their worksite.
  • Trained new employees in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents with proper behaviors.
  • Analyzed incident data to identify trends in injuries, illnesses and accidents.
  • Determined root causes of accidents via in-depth investigations and identified potential prevention strategies to mitigate future risk.
  • Conducted safety audits of facilities and equipment to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
  • Developed and implemented safety policies, procedures, and programs for the organization.
  • Communicated effectively with internal stakeholders regarding safety issues and concerns.
  • Advised management on regulatory requirements pertaining to occupational safety and health matters.
  • Collaborated with external vendors and consultants on various projects related to health and safety initiatives.
  • Engaged in meetings with local authorities as required by law or requested by management.
  • Assisted with formulating budget proposals for upcoming fiscal year related to safety-related expenses.

Industrial Hygiene Coordinator

Coeur Mining
Lead, SD
08.2021 - 09.2023
  • Prepared formal and informal reports of findings to reference MSHA regulations and identify potential exposures to hazards.
  • Educated employees on the emergency response team (ERT), focusing on respiratory protection and chemical hazards.
  • Specialized in conducting annual refresher courses for employees
  • Investigated safety incidents, determined root causes, and implemented corrective actions.
  • Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
  • Recommended and led projects implementing control measures and modifications to existing procedures to control hazards.
  • Lead industrial hygienist for multiple mine sites.
  • Harness and lanyard inspections, gas meter calibrations, and critical control verification auditing (lock out tag out, lifting and rigging, hot work, etc.)

Project Manager

GLE Associates
Fort Lauderdale, FL
05.2018 - 08.2021
  • Ensured that all site personnel have the proper PPE, medical clearance, and have met applicable training requirements.
  • Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors and stakeholders.
  • Perform safety meetings, regular safety audits for compliance, and monitoring of job sites covering potential hazards including chemical, biological, physical, and ergonomic.
  • Notifying local emergency officers of the nature of the site operations, posting telephone numbers, and posting closest medical center routes in appropriate locations.
  • Lead Industrial hygiene and environmental projects in the public, private, DOT, DOE, and school board sectors

Education

Master of Science - Occupational Health And Industrial Hygiene

Montana Tech of The University of Montana
Butte, MT
08.2022

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL
03.2017

Skills

  • Hazardous Material Abatement
  • Accident Investigations
  • Program Development
  • Indoor Air Quality Assessment
  • Risk Identification
  • Project Coordination
  • Emergency Management Procedures
  • Chemical Analysis
  • Environmental Health and Safety Training
  • Regulatory Compliance

Certification

  • Certified Industrial Hygienist
  • FEMA - National Emergency Management Systems
  • OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER
  • NIOSH 582: Sampling & Evaluating Airborne Asbestos Dust
  • AHERA Asbestos Contractor / Supervisor
  • Sitting for CSP

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Industrial Hygienist

Universal Studios
09.2023 - Current

Industrial Hygiene Coordinator

Coeur Mining
08.2021 - 09.2023

Project Manager

GLE Associates
05.2018 - 08.2021

Master of Science - Occupational Health And Industrial Hygiene

Montana Tech of The University of Montana

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Nova Southeastern University
Nicolas Morrissey