Richard Emberling
Lone Grove,Oklahoma
Summary
Richard Emberling, COSS is a Vietnam Era US Navy veteran and is a Senior HSE Advisor and Lead Auditor for Veriforce, LLC. He is part of Veriforce's Professional Services Team and conducts contractor audits for operators. Richard was certified as an ISO 14001 and ISO 18001 Lead Auditor. Richard has over 47 years in the oil and gas industry and over 35 years in safety. His work experience includes workover rigs, drilling rigs, pipeline, fracking, and cementing. Richard has worked for a major oil and gas operator in gas processing, production and as a Process Safety Management Coordinator. Richard owned and operated a successful safety consultant business that included a division for operator qualifications and has contracted to oversee hundreds of contractors in refinery turn-a-rounds for a major oil company. His experience also includes 10 years on a fire department as the Training Officer. He has been involved with PEC/Veriforce since 1994 and has worked for PEC/Veriforce full time since June of 2013. He is a current member of the ASSP and is on the ANSI/ASSP Z390.1 committee and the ANSI/ASSP Z490.1 committee. Richard is very passionate about safety, and he truly believes, as Sir Brian Appleton said, “Safety is not an intellectual exercise to keep us in work. It is a matter of life and death. It is the sum of our contributions to safety management that determines whether the people we work with live or die.”
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
55
55
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal HSE Specialist
Veriforce, LLC
The Woodlands, TX
01.2024 - Current
- Schedule and assign desktop and field safety audits for clients.
- Assist in reviewing and maintaining company safety audit policies and procedures.
- Responsible for the overall coordination of the Safety Auditor Q & A program.
- Audit contractor safety records, programs, and adherence to policies and procedures.
- Audit contractors for accuracy of reported information and compliance of policies and procedures with OSHA standards.
- Ensure contractors are notified appropriately in adherence with the company's safety audit program policies and procedures.
- Perform desk-top as well as field safety evaluations of contractors.
- Conduct evaluations on all safety auditors/employees.
- Maintain knowledge base of existing and emerging regulations, standards, or guidance documents.
- Interpret regulatory rules or rule changes and ensure that they are communicated.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely and accurate issue resolution.
HSE Advisor
Veriforce, LLC
The Woodlands, TX
05.2019 - 01.2024
- Develop audit protocols
- Schedule and assign desktop and field safety audits for clients.
- Assist in reviewing and maintaining company safety audit policies and procedures.
- Responsible for the overall coordination of the Safety Auditor Q & A program.
- Audit contractor safety records, programs, and adherence to policies and procedures.
- Audit contractors for accuracy of reported information and compliance of policies and procedures with OSHA standards.
- Ensure contractors are notified appropriately in adherence with the company's safety audit program policies and procedures.
- Perform desk-top as well as field safety evaluations of contractors.
- Conduct evaluations on all safety auditors/employees.
Senior Audit, Training and Development Specialist
PEC Safety
Covington, LA
07.2015 - 05.2019
- Master Trainer
- Conduct Operator requested Audits
- Conduct Contractor Audits
- Assist in the development of training
- Assist Business Development
Regional Manager
PEC Safety
Covington, LA
06.2013 - 07.2015
- Master Trainer
- Business Development
- On-site safety for operator
Vice President Safety Division
Global Safety Network, Inc.
Ardmore, OK
12.2011 - 06.2013
- Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Oversee day to day operations
- Conduct mergers and acquisitions
- Conduct Contractor Audits
- Conduct client training
- Conduct client drug and alcohol tests
- Conduct client safety meetings
Owner/President
JnR Training, LLC
Ardmore, OK
02.2009 - 12.2011
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
Owner/President
International Safety Consulting Services, LLC
Lafayette, LA
11.2005 - 02.2009
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Conduct contractor Audits
- Conduct client training
- Conduct train-The-Trainer sessions for the Petroleum Education Council
- Conduct client drug and alcohol tests
- Conduct client safety meetings
Owner/Vice-President of Training
PeopleWorks Plus TASCS, Inc.
11.2004 - 11.2005
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Conduct Contractor Audits
- Conduct client training
- Conduct Train-The-Trainer sessions for the Petroleum Education Council
- Conduct client drug and alcohol tests
- Conduct client safety meetings
Owner/President
Training And Safety Compliance Services, Inc.
Lafayette, LA
05.2004 - 11.2004
- Oversee day to day operations
- Conduct Contractor Audits
- Conduct client training
- Conduct Train-The-Trainer sessions for the Petroleum Education Council
- Conduct client drug and alcohol tests
- Conduct client safety meetings
General Manager of Operations
Safety, Environment & Operations Training, Inc.
Lafayette, LA
01.2002 - 05.2004
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with proactive communication, timely issue resolution, and continuous process improvement initiatives.
- Managed budgets, financial forecasts, and resource allocation to ensure achievement of organizational goals.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for enhancement in operations, systems, and procedures.
- Developed high-performing teams through effective coaching, mentoring, and performance management strategies.
Operations Manager
Safety, Compliance And Training, Inc.
Chickasha, OK
06.1998 - 01.2002
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Conducted training.
- Conduct client drug and alcohol tests.
- Conduct client safety meetings.
- Developed safety policies and procedures.
President/Owner
Emberling, Myers & Associates, Inc.
Chickasha, OK
06.1996 - 06.1998
- Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
- Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
- Drove revenue growth by expanding product offerings and identifying new market opportunities.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
- Managed client relations
- Conduct Contractor Audits.
- Conduct client training.
- Conduct client drug and alcohol tests.
- Conduct client safety meetings.
- Developed safety policies and procedures.
Process Technician, PSM Coordinator
Mobil Oil Corporation
Chitwood, OK
05.1992 - 06.1996
- Process Technician - Supervised operators, instrument tenders, plant operations, and the safety program at the Chitwood Gas Plant.
- ER/LP Technician - Managed the ER/LP program for the Chitwood and Postle Hough gas plants to include training and writing of policies.
- Process Safety Management Coordinator - Managed the PSM program for the Chitwood, Postle Hough, and Sholem gas plants to include safety training and writing of policies. Ensured that contractors were trained, and written program were in place.
- Conducting PSM Audits in our PSM Facilities
Various Positions
Mobil Oil Corporation
Countyline, OK
06.1980 - 05.1992
- Roustabout – Assisted repairman and operators in the day to day operations and repairs in the Sholem Gas Plant.
- Assistant Repairman – Conducted repairs to compressors, engines, pumps, motors and other various equipment throughout the gas plant.
- Engine Room Operator – Conducted the day to day operations of the engine room for a gas plant that processed approximately 50 mm cubic feet per day, which included starting and stopping engines as well as loading and unloading gas compressors.
- Process Operator – Conducted the day to day operations of the process for a gas plant that processed approximately 50 mm cubic feet per day, to include supervision of the engine room operator.
- Instrument Tender - Repaired, calibrated and replaced temperature, pressure, and level transmitters throughout the gas plant and gathering stations. Repaired and maintained actuators and valves throughout the gas plant and gathering stations. Maintained the chromatograph and the computerized control systems.
Equipment Operator
Dowell
Healdton, OK
06.1979 - 06.1988
- Equipment Operator – Operated bulk trucks, cementers, acid pumpers, and frack trucks.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
Various
Deans Well Service
Ratliff City, OK
11.1975 - 06.1979
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Floor hand.
- Derrick hand.
- Operator on workover rig.
- Floor hand on drilling rig.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Engineman 3rd Class
U S Navy
Little Creek Amphibious Base, VA
11.1971 - 11.1975
- Diesel Mechanic
Floor hand
Loving Well Service
Wilson, OK
05.1971 - 11.1971
Education
Graduate -
Healdton High School
Healdton, OKSkills
- Coaching
- Motivating Staff
- Conducting Training Programs
- Customer Relationship Management
- Employee Relationship Management
- Customer Service
- Customer Retention
- Training
- Regulatory Compliance
- Safety Awareness
- Safety Training
- Auditing
Accomplishments
- Grady County RSVP Community Service Volunteer, Chickasha, OK, 1998
- Performance Evaluations, Mobil Oil Corporation, Chickasha, OK, 1993 to 1996, Received the highest evaluation (Among the Best) for 3 of the 4 years I received evaluations. The remaining year I received the second best rating.
- Mobil Cotton Bowl Award, Mobil Oil Corporation, Chickasha, OK, 1993, Selected as one of approximately 40 Mobil employees to attend the 1993 Mobil Cotton Bowl for our outstanding contributions to the company.
- Operator of the Year, DOWELL, 1978, Received Operator of the Year in my first year with the company.
- Meritorious Captain's Mast, U. S. Navy, Little Creek, VA, 1974, Received Meritorious Captain's Mast for overhaul of reduction gears that normally was handled by contractors.
Affiliations
ASSP/ANSI
Timeline
Principal HSE Specialist
Veriforce, LLC
01.2024 - Current
HSE Advisor
Veriforce, LLC
05.2019 - 01.2024
Senior Audit, Training and Development Specialist
PEC Safety
07.2015 - 05.2019
Regional Manager
PEC Safety
06.2013 - 07.2015
Vice President Safety Division
Global Safety Network, Inc.
12.2011 - 06.2013
Owner/President
JnR Training, LLC
02.2009 - 12.2011
Owner/President
International Safety Consulting Services, LLC
11.2005 - 02.2009
Owner/Vice-President of Training
PeopleWorks Plus TASCS, Inc.
11.2004 - 11.2005
Owner/President
Training And Safety Compliance Services, Inc.
05.2004 - 11.2004
General Manager of Operations
Safety, Environment & Operations Training, Inc.
01.2002 - 05.2004
Operations Manager
Safety, Compliance And Training, Inc.
06.1998 - 01.2002
President/Owner
Emberling, Myers & Associates, Inc.
06.1996 - 06.1998
Process Technician, PSM Coordinator
Mobil Oil Corporation
05.1992 - 06.1996
Various Positions
Mobil Oil Corporation
06.1980 - 05.1992
Equipment Operator
Dowell
06.1979 - 06.1988
Various
Deans Well Service
11.1975 - 06.1979
Engineman 3rd Class
U S Navy
11.1971 - 11.1975
Floor hand
Loving Well Service
05.1971 - 11.1971
Graduate -
Healdton High School
Training
- ISO 14001: 015 Lead Auditor, ABS Consulting, Knoxville, TN, 2016
- OHSAS 18001:2005 Lead Auditor, ABS Consulting, Knoxville, TN, 2016
- Master Trainer for PEC, Conduct the Train-The-Trainer on Orientation and Core Compliance sessions for the Petroleum Education Council, Mandeville, LA
- 24 Hour Core Compliance Train-The-Trainer, Petroleum Education Council, Morgan City, LA, 2004
- Coaching Skills For Managers & Supervisors, Fred Pryor Seminars, Lafayette, LA, 2004
- MSHA Part 48 Miner Instructor, MSHA Seminar, Gramercy, LA, 2004
- National Safety Council Defensive Driving Instructor, NSC, Atlanta, GA, 2002
- CAOHC Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist, CAOHC, Houston, TX, 2004
- Federal Motor Carrier Workshop, JJ Keller, Dallas, TX, 1998
- Supervisory Safety Training, Safety, Environmental & Operational Training, Inc., Lafayette, LA, 1998
- CPR/FA/BBP/Pediatrics Train the Trainer, EMP International, Inc., Dallas, TX, 1997
- Media Training, Mobil Oil Corporation, Chickasha, OK, 1995
- Health and Safety Officer, National Fire Academy, 1995
- Incident Safety Officer, National Fire Academy, 1995
- Inter-Personal Skills Training, Mobil Oil Corporation, Chickasha, OK, 1994
- Confined Space Entry and Rescue, University of Oklahoma, 1994
- Incident Command System Train the Trainer, National Fire Academy, 1994
- Fire Fighter Level I, Oklahoma State University, 1994
- HAZMAT First Responder Awareness Train the Trainer, Oklahoma State University, 1994
- Fire Service Instructor I, Oklahoma State University, 1994
- Fire Service Instructor II, Oklahoma State University, 1994
- Environmental, Health and Safety Auditing, Mobil Oil Corporation, Chickasha, OK, 1993
- Managing Personal Growth, Mobil Oil Corporation, Chickasha, OK, 1993
- HAZMAT Emergency Response Train the Trainer, Texas A&M University, 1993
- Incident Command Train the Trainer, Texas A&M University, 1993
- EEO Workshop, Mobil Oil Corporation, Chickasha, OK, 1991
- Developing Leadership Skills for Supervisors, Mobil Oil Corporation, Chickasha, OK, 1991
- Economics and Risk Analysis, Mobil Oil Corporation, Chickasha, OK, 1990
- How to Deal With Employee Attitude Problems, Keye Productivity, Chickasha, OK, 1990