Ryan Friesz
Hitchcock,Texas
Summary
Devoted safety professional methodical about evaluating and optimizing worker conditions through use of strategic safety leadership and management programs. Vigilant and analytical in isolating and addressing different concerns. Detail-oriented professional with exceptional leadership skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Safety Specialist
CenterPoint Energy
Houston, TX
10.2021 - Current
- Provide guidance and support on site safe work practices for electrical substation operations.
- Provide guidance to management and supervision on safety leadership and management.
- Develop, improve, implement, and manage health & safety policies, procedures and their supporting programs.
- Conduct job site audits and implement corrective actions.
- Coach employees on safe work practices.
- Provide necessary job specific safety training as needed.
- Participate in job site safety tailgate meetings.
- Perform incident/accident investigations and implement corrective actions.
Safety Manager
Saber Power Services
Rosharon, TX
10.2017 - 10.2021
- Monitored and facilitate site safe work practices for electrical testing and substation construction projects.
- Developed, improved, implemented, and managed health & safety policies, procedures and their supporting programs.
- Maintained company safety and health policies and ensure they are current in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Conducted job site audits and implement corrective actions.
- Coached employees on safe work practices.
- Provided necessary job specific safety training as needed.
- Provided CPR training.
- Participated in job site safety tailgate meetings.
- Performed incident/accident investigations and implement corrective actions.
- Worked with client safety and management to ensure site safety expectations are met.
- Managed work related injuries and illnesses.
EMT Basic
American Medical Response
Houston, TX
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Functioned within the scope of practice of an EMT Basic under a licensed Paramedic.
- Assisted with any medical emergencies or patient needs while in transport.
- Continuous monitoring of patient condition throughout transport.
- Transported patients to required destination and managed patient care documentation.
Safety Technician/EMT
JSW Steel Inc
Baytown, TX
03.2017 - 10.2017
- Conducted routine safety audits for designated facility departments.
- Monitored site conditions, practices and procedures for compliance with health and safety requirements.
- Implemented corrective action and follow-ups to ensure proper action has been taken.
- Conducted accident/incident investigations.
- Provided first aid and coordinate emergency response to facility.
Turnaround Safety Attendant Supervisor
Apache Industrial Services
Deer Park, TX
04.2016 - 08.2016
- Monitored site conditions, practices and procedures for compliance with health and safety requirements.
- Selected and implemented corrective action and follow-ups to ensure proper action has been taken.
- Ensured all employees had proper personal protective equipment and coordinated safety attendant duty assignments.
EMT Basic
Bay Star EMS
Baytown, TX
09.2013 - 06.2016
- Functioned within the scope of practice of an EMT Basic under a licensed Paramedic.
- Assisted with any medical emergencies or patient needs while in transport.
- Continuous monitoring of patient condition throughout transport.
- Transported patients to required destination and managed patient care documentation.
Firefighter/EMT Basic
Victoria Fire Department
Victoria, TX
01.2014 - 11.2014
- Preventing, combating, and extinguishing fires with the goal of protecting lives, the environment and property
- Operating tools and equipment used for firefighting safely and effectively
- Providing appropriate medical care within their scope of knowledge in emergency situations
- Analyzing hazardous situations and thinking of quick solutions and actions
- Teaching and participating in training classes and drills
- Performing general maintenance on firefighting equipment
- Maintaining a clean environment in the department facilities
Education
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
Johns Hopkins University
Remote12.2023
B.S - Occupational Safety and Health
Eastern Kentucky University
Remote10.2021
A.A.S - Occupational Safety and Health Technology
College of The Mainland
Texas City, Tx08.2019
Skills
- Safety and compliance inspections
- OSHA standards and codes
- Occupational safety
- Safety courses
- Protective equipment
- Team Building
- Preventive measures
- Training and mentoring
Certification
30 Hour OSHA Outreach Construction Industry
30 Hour OSHA Outreach General Industry
10 Hour OSHA Electrical Transmission and Distribution
OSHA 3095 Electrical Safety
Additional Certifications
American Heart Association CPR Instructor – Exp. 2/2022
Timeline
Senior Safety Specialist
CenterPoint Energy
10.2021 - Current
Safety Manager
Saber Power Services
10.2017 - 10.2021
Safety Technician/EMT
JSW Steel Inc
03.2017 - 10.2017
EMT Basic
American Medical Response
08.2016 - 08.2018
Turnaround Safety Attendant Supervisor
Apache Industrial Services
04.2016 - 08.2016
Firefighter/EMT Basic
Victoria Fire Department
01.2014 - 11.2014
EMT Basic
Bay Star EMS
09.2013 - 06.2016
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
Johns Hopkins University
B.S - Occupational Safety and Health
Eastern Kentucky University
A.A.S - Occupational Safety and Health Technology
College of The Mainland