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Combat Infantryman Award US Army 1993
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Pete Tietjen

Bowling Green,OH

Summary

At Watco, I spearheaded safety enhancements, reducing workplace accidents through strategic hazard assessments and robust training programs, including slip, trip, and fall prevention. My leadership in safety audits and collaborative development of compliance initiatives underscored my analytical prowess and commitment to fostering a culture of continuous safety improvement.

Safety professional with extensive experience in managing regional safety operations and driving compliance initiatives. Proven track record in implementing safety protocols, enhancing workplace safety culture, and reducing incidents. Collaborative and results-driven, consistently reliable and adaptable to evolving safety needs.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Safety Manager

Watco
01.2010 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by staying up-to-date on industry standards and updating company policies accordingly.
  • Improved overall regional safety by implementing new training programs and protocols.
  • Collaborated with other departments to establish a comprehensive safety management system for consistent practices.
  • Managed a team of safety professionals, fostering an environment of collaboration and continuous improvement in safety performance.
  • Organized annual audits to gauge the effectiveness of implemented procedures, refining strategies based on findings when necessary.
  • Led incident investigations and root cause analyses to prevent future occurrences of similar events.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of existing safety programs, making recommendations for improvements as needed.
  • Maintained open communication channels between management and staff, addressing concerns promptly to maintain a culture of trust around safety matters.
  • Reviewed contractor safety programs to ensure alignment with company expectations before granting access to job sites or facilities.
  • Conducted regular site inspections to identify potential risks and address them proactively.
  • Enhanced employee safety awareness by organizing regular safety meetings and workshops.
  • Reduced workplace accidents through conducting thorough hazard assessments and implementing proactive measures.
  • Streamlined reporting processes for increased efficiency in documenting incidents and nearmisses.
  • Developed and implemented safety programs.
  • Facilitated meetings with upper management and executives to discuss ways that safety could be improved.
  • Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
  • Trained employees in most current regulations and practices in effort to prevent mishaps and promote overall safety.
  • Reduced injuries among personnel with development and implementation of robust safety programs and policies.
  • Promoted worksite safety by implementing enhanced lockout and tagout maintenance processes.
  • Facilitated occupational safety meetings and handled inquiries, questions and concerns in terms of training.
  • Facilitated training for 300 employees.
  • Performed regular compliance reviews and audits, identifying non-compliance issues.
  • Addressed compliance issues by developing and implementing corrective action plans.
  • Developed compliance training initiatives and materials, educating staff on regulations.

Education

No Degree - Railroad Training

Marshall University
Huntington, WV
03-2001

Skills

  • Slip, trip, and fall prevention
  • Workplace inspections
  • Safety audits

Combat Infantryman Award US Army 1993

I was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge during combat operation during Operation Continue Hope in Somalia 1993

Timeline

Regional Safety Manager

Watco
01.2010 - Current

No Degree - Railroad Training

Marshall University

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