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Education
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Certification
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Roy "Hank" McKay

Meeker,CO

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Hardworking and reliable trainer with strong ability in Safet. Offering Safety and emergency experience. Highly involved, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mine Rescue Coordinator

Blue Mountain Energy, Inc. Deserado Mine
Rangely, CO
11.2007 - 12.2023
  • Determined root causes of accidents via in-depth investigations and identified potential prevention strategies to mitigate future risk.
  • Conducted physical resource layout reviews, processing results to determine safety risk and provide informational resources.
  • Investigated accidents or incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective action plans.
  • Wrote technical reports, data entry and queries into various safety and health databases.
  • Coordinated employee return-to-work programs following medical leave due to injury or illness.
  • Conducted safety training or education programs to demonstrate use of safety equipment.
  • Recommended methods to reduce ongoing hazards with improved methods, processes and materials.
  • Advised supervisors on legal requirements concerning occupational health and safety.
  • Developed and implemented safety policies, procedures, and protocols to reduce workplace injuries and illnesses.
  • Participated in business safety committee meetings and health and safety audits.
  • Developed noise surveys, continuous atmosphere monitoring and ventilation surveys.
  • Investigated adequacy of ventilation, exhaust equipment or lighting potentially affecting employee health and performance.
  • Researched and selected protective equipment and safety devices to reduce identified risks.
  • Conducted proactive risk assessments of working environments prior to commencement of operations.
  • Performed post-accident drug testing according to company policy guidelines.
  • Collaborated with engineers or physicians to institute control or remedial measures for hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions or equipment.
  • Conducted safety inspections of work sites to ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards.
  • Promoted organizational safety and health awareness by circulating internal memoranda, newsletters and calls-to-action.
  • Created reports detailing safety activities, such as incident investigations, audits, and training sessions.
  • Assisted with the development of emergency response plans to prepare workers for hazardous situations.
  • Monitored industrial hygiene conditions and identified potential health hazards in the workplace.
  • Provided training on safe work practices to employees in a variety of settings.
  • Reviewed job descriptions and tasks for potential hazards prior to assigning personnel duties.
  • Assessed risk of procedures and equipment to identify, analyze and reduce occupational hazards and environmental risk.
  • Collected samples of dust, gases and other potentially toxic materials for analysis.
  • Interpreted regulations from governing agencies like OSHA and NFPA 70E.
  • Cultivated and led periodic hazard assessment surveys to meet operational goals in accordance with outside agency reporting.
  • Suggested corrective solutions to reduce accidents and near-miss occurrences.
  • Maintained and updated emergency response plans or procedures.
  • Surveyed techniques used in transportation regarding use and storage of chemical agents and toxic materials.
  • Researched best practices from industry peers regarding worker protection strategies.
  • Trained new employees in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents with proper behaviors.
  • Inspected specified areas to verify presence of fire prevention equipment, safety equipment and first-aid supplies.
  • Prepared presentations on safety topics for management staff and workers alike.
  • Maintained updated records of all relevant safety information within an organization's database.
  • Drafted documents related to safety issues, such as memos, letters, forms, policies.
  • Participated in regular meetings with management teams to discuss safety initiatives.
  • Inspected or evaluated workplace environments, equipment or practices to verify compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.

Safety Professional

Blue Mountain Energy, Inc.
Rangely, CO
08/20/90 - 12/13/23
  • Provided assistance during emergency situations within the mine.
  • Conducted pre-shift inspections of equipment, tools and work areas.
  • Drove loaded shuttle cars to ramps and moved controls to discharge loads into mine cars or onto conveyors.
  • Maintained and sanitized work areas to achieve safe equipment operation.
  • Monitored gas levels in the mine using specialized detection equipment.
  • Loaded coal onto conveyor belts for transport out of the mine.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and policies.
  • Ran complex machinery to transport and manipulate coal, ore and rock.
  • Utilized explosives to break up large rock formations blocking passage ways.
  • Operated mining machines such as continuous miners, shuttle cars and roof bolters.
  • Inspected haulage systems for proper operation and safety compliance.
  • Cleaned, sanitized and maintained equipment and tracks, walkways and conveyor decking to maintain safe work area.
  • Kept detailed records of locations, mining progress and safety conditions.
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors and fellow miners via two-way radio.
  • Installed timber supports in underground tunnels to provide stability.
  • Performed maintenance on machinery used in underground operations.
  • Collaborated with miners and safety experts to develop and update safety protocols.
  • Applied limestone treatment to mine walls and floor, decreasing risk of accidental explosions.
  • Performed methane gas checks and visually inspected work areas for hazardous conditions.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
  • Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.

Education

Certificate of Completion - Mine Rescue And Recovery

Mine Safety And Health Academy
Beckley, WV
06-1999

Associate of Applied Science - Automotive And Diesel Technology

Wyoming Technical Institute
Laramie, WY
03-1986

Skills

  • Information Collection
  • Document Management
  • Project Management
  • Administrative Leadership
  • Recordkeeping
  • Data Entry
  • Contract Management
  • Data Retrieval Systems
  • Project Assistance
  • Schedule Management
  • Scheduling and Calendar Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Event Coordination
  • Professional Networking
  • Relationship Building
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Presenting Ideas and Plans
  • Schedule Coordination

Affiliations

  • Rurally raised, small town educated.
  • Taught the value and reward of hard work.
  • Labored in agriculture, mechanical field, oil field and mining services.
  • Have volunteered and served Search and Mine Rescue teams.
  • Have operational knowlege of a wide range of industrial machinery.

Certification

  • Certified by Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Instructor w/Mine Rescue Endorsement.
  • Certified MSHA Gas detection (Surface and Underground)
  • Certified MSHA Mine Foreman/Fireboss

Accomplishments

  • Army National Guard - Employer Supporting The Armed Forces
  • Blue Mountain Energy, Inc. - 33 Years without a Lost time accident
  • MSHA Mine Rescue Competition. Multiple 1st place Regional Combination awards. Trained company volunteer teams ranked in the top 10 in the Nation.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Mine Rescue Coordinator

Blue Mountain Energy, Inc. Deserado Mine
11.2007 - 12.2023

Safety Professional

Blue Mountain Energy, Inc.
08/20/90 - 12/13/23

Certificate of Completion - Mine Rescue And Recovery

Mine Safety And Health Academy

Associate of Applied Science - Automotive And Diesel Technology

Wyoming Technical Institute
  • Certified by Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Instructor w/Mine Rescue Endorsement.
  • Certified MSHA Gas detection (Surface and Underground)
  • Certified MSHA Mine Foreman/Fireboss
Roy "Hank" McKay