Phil Tabraham
Granbury,TX
Summary
Dynamic safety professional with extensive experience as Southern Region Safety Director at Quickway Transportation. Expert in OSHA compliance and accident prevention, fostering a strong safety culture. Proven ability to implement effective safety programs and conduct thorough workplace inspections, enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring employee well-being through exceptional communication and teamwork.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Southern Region Safety Director
Quickway Transportation
Fort Worth, TX
11.2015 - Current
- Assisted in developing safety protocols for workplace compliance
- Conducted routine safety inspections to identify potential hazards
- Supported training sessions on emergency response procedures
- Collaborated with team members to promote a culture of safety awareness
- Conducted Safety Meetings
- Taught Defensive Driving Classes
- FMCSA / DOT / OSHA Compliance
- ELD Training and Support
- Spearheaded the implementation, process development and management of the ELD, and Video Event Recorder Systems ( Cameras )
CMV Driver
Quickway Transportation
Fort Worth, TX
07.1992 - Current
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport goods efficiently and safely.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logbooks for hours of service and vehicle maintenance records.
- Collaborated with dispatch teams to optimize delivery routes and schedules.
- Trained new drivers on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding delivery status, enhancing client satisfaction.
- Implemented best practices for fuel efficiency and vehicle upkeep, reducing operational costs.
- Monitored traffic conditions to adjust routes proactively, ensuring timely deliveries.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Transportation Safety And Compliance
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL02-2020
High School Diploma -
Richland High School
North Richland Hills, TX05-1979
Skills
- Workplace inspections
- Construction safety
- Hazard identification
- Electrical safety
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Personal protective equipment
- Accident investigation
- Manual handling
- Occupational health
- Safety training
- OSHA compliance
- Lifting techniques
- Incident management
- Emergency action planning
- Procedure implementation
- Report writing skills
- Program reviews
- Injury and illness prevention program (IIPP)
- Hazardous assessment plans
- Fall protection
- Traffic safety
- Safety culture development
- Safety audits
- Safety program development
- Implementing safety policies
- Incident investigation
- Accident prevention
- Accident reporting
- Incident reporting
- Project audits
- Company policy compliance
- Meeting participation
- Safety risk assessment
- Employee team supervision
- Site auditing
- First aid administration
- Performance improvement monitoring
- Staff training and mentoring
- Implementing safety programs
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Emergency response plans
- Organizational skills
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Documented and resolved ELD issues which led to near 100% compliance.
Certification
NATMI Certified Director of Safety accredited through the University of Central Florida
NATMI Certified Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs accredited through the University of Central Florida
NATMI Certified Motor Fleet Safety Basics accredited through the University of Central Florida
Certified Smith System Defensive Driving Instructor
Certified in Fleet Tire Service OSHA Compliance accredited through the Tire Industry Association
Drug and Alcohol Abuse and Reasonable Suspicion Training accredited through the FMCSA
Timeline
Southern Region Safety Director
Quickway Transportation
11.2015 - Current
CMV Driver
Quickway Transportation
07.1992 - Current
Certificate of Technical Studies - Transportation Safety And Compliance
University of Central Florida
High School Diploma -
Richland High School