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Ronald Thomas

Villa Rica,GA

Summary

Skilled Regional Safety Manager with experience in developing and implementing safety programs across multiple locations. Strengths include keen knowledge of OSHA regulations, ability to conduct thorough risk assessments, and strong leadership skills to train staff on safety protocols. Have facilitated the creation of safe work environments and significantly reduced workplace incidents in previous roles.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Regional Safety Supervisor

Randstad
Atlanta, Georgia
02.2018 - 10.2024
  • Conducted regular safety inspections of facilities to identify potential hazards.
  • Trained regional staff on proper safety protocols and best practices.
  • Created detailed reports on regional safety incidents and presented them to upper management.
  • Provided guidance to local managers on how to handle workplace injury cases.
  • Developed and implemented safety policies, procedures, and standards in line with OSHA regulations.
  • Investigated accidents and injuries to determine root causes and develop corrective actions plans.
  • Performed risk assessments of hazardous materials handling operations within the region.
  • Provided training sessions on various topics related to workplace safety such as fire prevention, chemical handling, ergonomics.
  • Assisted in developing corporate-wide environmental health and safety initiatives.
  • Responded quickly to complaints regarding unsafe working conditions or violations of regulatory requirements.
  • Promoted safe work habits among employees through educational campaigns.
  • Investigated accidents to identify causes and prevent future incidences.
  • Spearheaded safety meetings with key members of organization to ascertain methods to improve overall safety for employees.
  • Inspected company buildings and job sites to identify possible hazardous conditions and immediately remedied these issues with corrective actions.

Senior Sales Consultant

UniFirst
Atlanta, Georgia
11.2012 - 01.2018
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Provided technical advice and support to customers on products and services offered.
  • Managed the entire sales process from prospecting, lead generation, qualification, negotiation and closing.
  • Built relationships with key clients through regular meetings and follow-up calls.
  • Developed strong product knowledge to better advise customers about solutions for their needs.
  • Maintained an up-to-date database of leads, customers and prospects utilizing CRM tools.
  • Identified new business opportunities by analyzing market trends and competitors' activities.
  • Coached junior sales consultants on best practices for generating leads, negotiating deals and closing sales.
  • Followed up promptly on all inquiries received from customers regarding products or services.
  • Utilized cold calling, social media and trade publications to identify prospective customers.
  • Supported leadership with development of marketing and sales plans by providing sales data and sharing customer insights.

Managerial Safety Supervisor

Six Flags over Georgia
Austell, Georgia
11.2008 - 10.2012
  • Conducted safety training for employees and visitors to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Assessed workplace conditions for potential hazards, such as chemical exposure and poor ergonomics.
  • Developed emergency response plans to address possible health and safety incidents.
  • Monitored employee activities to ensure adherence to established safety protocols.
  • Inspected equipment regularly to identify any potential safety issues.
  • Investigated accidents in the workplace and reported findings to management.
  • Maintained records of all safety-related incidents and created reports detailing corrective actions taken.
  • Created policies and procedures related to occupational health and safety standards.
  • Provided guidance on safe work practices, such as proper lifting techniques, use of personal protective equipment.
  • Ensured that hazardous materials were properly labeled, stored, and disposed of according to applicable laws and regulations.
  • Educated workers on the importance of wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment.
  • Identified areas where additional resources are needed in order to promote a safer working environment.
  • Worked closely with local authorities regarding inspections and regulatory requirements related to health and safety standards.
  • Conducted safety and hazard inspections of work sites.
  • Monitored safety of construction activities, making on-site personnel protection top priority.
  • Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
  • Conducted safety briefings to inform crews of safety hazards.
  • Conducted site inspections and audits, recording findings and recommending corrective actions on final reports.
  • Maintained adequate supply of approved safety and PPE supplies for work force.
  • Coordinated training drills to increase employee safety awareness.
  • Conducted safety training or education programs to demonstrate use of safety equipment.
  • Maintained and updated emergency response plans or procedures.
  • 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.
  • Led teams of risk management and operational personnel in development of hazard analyses and risk assessments.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management

Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA

Skills

  • Fall protection
  • Hazard Identification
  • Explosives Safety
  • Safety audits
  • Confined Space Entry
  • Occupational health
  • Lockout and Tagout
  • Ladder safety
  • Safety Training
  • Incident Management
  • Environmental management
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Respiratory protection
  • Process safety management
  • Workplace inspections
  • Accident investigation

Certification

  • Have been OSHA 511 Certified
  • Train the Trainer

Accomplishments

  • Wrote Confined Space Program for Six Flags
  • Won Salesman of the year 5 years
  • 2- year President Club winner

Timeline

Regional Safety Supervisor

Randstad
02.2018 - 10.2024

Senior Sales Consultant

UniFirst
11.2012 - 01.2018

Managerial Safety Supervisor

Six Flags over Georgia
11.2008 - 10.2012

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management

Georgia State University

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