Samuel Banks
Tylertown,MS
Summary
A seasoned safety professional, I've spearheaded comprehensive safety programs at JONES POWER LLC, significantly reducing workplace incidents. My expertise in safety audits and exceptional leadership skills have fostered a culture of safety and compliance. Leveraging strong project management and workplace inspection skills, I've consistently achieved and surpassed safety objectives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Safety Manager
JONES POWER LLC
Salome, AZ
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Developed, implemented and maintained safety programs to reduce or eliminate hazardous conditions.
- Conducted regular site inspections to identify potential safety hazards and took corrective action as needed.
- Provided onsite training for employees in health and safety procedures.
- Investigated accidents and incidents, prepared reports, and recommended corrective actions.
- Monitored workers' compensation claims to ensure timely filing of reports and proper medical treatment was provided.
- Audited subcontractors' safety plans, enforced adherence to established safety standards and ensured all personnel were properly trained in safe work practices.
- Assisted in developing emergency response plans including evacuation drills.
- Participated in the development of job hazard analyses.
- Reviewed construction drawings, identified potential hazards, and developed appropriate control measures.
- Advised management on best practices for maintaining a safe work environment.
- Organized meetings between contractors and clients to discuss safety issues related to projects.
- Maintained accurate records of employee injuries and illnesses, hazardous materials inventories.
- Performed periodic audits of contractor sites for compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Inspected scaffolding systems, ladders, fall protection systems, rigging equipment.
- Monitored safety of construction activities, making on-site personnel safety top priority.
- Executed successful compliance monitoring and risk assessment programs.
Safety Supervisor
RES
Crossett, AR
11.2021 - 04.2023
- 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.
- 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.
- Performed regular risk assessments to evaluate the need for additional safety measures or procedures.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization on various initiatives related to health and safety.
- Ensured that hazardous materials were properly labeled, stored, and disposed of according to applicable laws and regulations.
Safety Coordinator
Orbital solar
Searcy, AR
11.2018 - 09.2021
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
- Conducted regular safety meetings, orientations and training sessions for employees.
- Performed daily workplace inspections to identify potential hazards and corrective action plans.
- Investigated employee accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop preventive measures.
- Coordinated the development of emergency response plans for hazardous materials incidents.
- Provided guidance on safe work practices including proper use of Personal Protective Equipment.
Environmental, Health, and Safety Technician
Radiance Solar
Memphis, TN
08.2017 - 10.2018
- Conducted safety inspections of work sites, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
- Provided training on safety protocols to personnel at all levels of the organization.
- Investigated accidents or incidents to identify root causes and suggest corrective actions.
- Attended meetings with senior management teams to discuss progress towards meeting EHS objectives.
Mechanical General Foreman
Brandt solar
Jacksonville, TN
01.2015 - 06.2017
- Monitored performance metrics such as production output, quality levels, efficiency rates.
- Established goals for employees that aligned with overall objectives of the organization.
- Conducted regular meetings with team members to discuss progress towards objectives.
- Assisted in developing project plans for major overhauls or capital improvements.
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of skilled mechanics and other personnel on large industrial solar/BESS plants.
Education
GED -
Southwest Mississippi Community College
Summit, MS02-2009
Skills
- Safety audits
- Workplace inspections
- Fall protection
- Rigging safety
- Incident reporting
- First aid administration
- Heavy equipment operation
- Environmental monitoring
- Electrical safety
- Accident investigation
- Chemical handling
- Hazard identification
- Construction safety
- Confined space entry
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Goal setting
- Administrative support
- Decision-making
- Team collaboration
- Project management
- Team building and leadership
- Risk management
- Verbal and written communication
- MS office
Certification
- OSHA 510
- OSHA 30
- NFPA 70E
- EXCAVATION/TRENCH SAFETY
- EMT FOUNDATION
- BASIC LIFE SUPPORT- BLS HCP- -CPR (ADULT/CHILD/INFANT/CHOCKING
- AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATION/FIRST-AID
- OSHA HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING
- ENERGY STORAGE AND SOLAR SYSTEMS SAFETY (ESS)
- 40 HR HAZWOPER LEVELS A,B&C
Timeline
Site Safety Manager
JONES POWER LLC
07.2024 - 11.2024
Safety Supervisor
RES
11.2021 - 04.2023
Safety Coordinator
Orbital solar
11.2018 - 09.2021
Environmental, Health, and Safety Technician
Radiance Solar
08.2017 - 10.2018
Mechanical General Foreman
Brandt solar
01.2015 - 06.2017
GED -
Southwest Mississippi Community College
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