Richard Carter
Beverly Hills,FL
Summary
Articulate Safety Manager with over 20 year track record of developing and implementing successful safety programs. Experienced in cultivating safe and positive work environments to reduce risk, increase morale and promote overall commitment to safety. We left our last position in order have the time to travel this country with my wife.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Safety Manager
Amazon.com
08.2012 - 03.2020
- Improved overall regional safety by deep diving incident investigations, identifying trends and implementing corrective actions.
- Reduced workplace accidents through conducting thorough hazard assessments and implementing proactive measures.
- Collaborated with other departments to establish a comprehensive safety management system for consistent practices.
- Reviewed new processes and equipment, prior to employee exposure, identifying all safety concerns. Worked side by side with both operational and engineering teams implementing corrective actions.
Construction Safety Manager
The Shaw Group
02.2006 - 06.2012
- Enhanced workplace safety by implementing comprehensive risk assessments and safety audits.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations by developing and enforcing strict safety protocols for the construction team.
- Collaborated with project managers to establish effective emergency response plans for various job sites.
- Improved worker awareness of potential hazards by providing ongoing training and resources on proper equipment usage and procedures.
- Developed site-specific safety plans tailored to each project''s unique requirements, ensuring optimal protection for all personnel.
- Managed the entire process for securing the only OSHA VPP STAR awarded construction site in the state of LA.
Safety Manager
Turner Industries
04.1993 - 02.2006
- Leveraged OSHA standards as a basis for developing effective safety protocols tailored to organizational needs.
- Established emergency response plans, ensuring preparedness in the event of a crisis or disaster.
- Championed a positive safety culture by promoting employee involvement in health and safety initiatives.
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Oklahoma Christian University
Edmond, OK05.1978
Skills
- Accident Investigation
- Workplace Inspections
- Safety Training
- Environmental Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Incident Management
- Training Program Development
- Powered Industrial Trucks
- Process Safety Management
- Root Cause Analysis
- Technical Support
- Performance Management
Certification
Certified Safety Professional
Timeline
Regional Safety Manager
Amazon.com
08.2012 - 03.2020
Construction Safety Manager
The Shaw Group
02.2006 - 06.2012
Safety Manager
Turner Industries
04.1993 - 02.2006
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Oklahoma Christian University
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