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SHANNON EDWARDS CHST
Safety Advisor
Bakersfield,CA
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Summary
Meticulous safety management professional well-versed in the practices and conditions of EHS environments. Offering excellent planning, problem-solving and documentation skills developed over 15+ years in the field. Systematic and hardworking with a good understanding of emergency planning and response procedures, recordkeeping requirements and permitting.
Overview
17
years of professional experience
Work History
General Production Services, Taft, CA
Safety Advisor
2021.08 - Current (3 years & 1 month)
Job overview
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations related to occupational health and safety
- Developed and implemented safety policies, procedures, and standards
- Inspected facilities regularly for compliance with OSHA standards
- Maintained records of inspection findings, hazard assessments, and corrective actions taken
- Created reports on health and safety metrics such as accident rates, lost time days
- Assisted in the development of emergency response plans in case of accidents or disasters
- Collaborated with management teams to develop strategies that promote safe work practices
- Performed risk assessments prior to any changes in operations or equipment modifications
- Participated in industry-wide committees focused on improving overall worker health and safety standards
- Orchestrated and led meetings to convey essential safety-related information, address occupational safety inquiries, issues or concerns and promote continuity of training initiatives.
Lyles Construction Group, Bakersfield, CA
Safety Coordinator
2020.07 - 2021.07 (1 year)
Job overview
- Trained new and current employees on ways to reduce incidents and eliminate hazards
- Investigated safety incidents and drafted reports detailing results
- Assessed and responded to risks and quickly resolved issues to promote safe and productive workplace
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard, and safety guidelines
- Responded to emergency situations in the most efficient, effective ways possible
- Examined hazardous incidents and accidents to uncover causes and provided corrective actions
- Sustained safety protocol, ensuring proper, cost-effective, and safe handling usage of equipment and materials
- Developed company safety plans to reduce safety problems and associated expenses
- Created and compiled safety training procedures into manuals to disseminate to staff members
- Monitored safety standard and regulation changes, disseminating updated information
- Managed safety and health programs, enforcing compliance with occupational health and safety regulations
- Created safety bulletins, flyers and educational materials promoting safety awareness
- Checked and calibrated equipment for safety
- Collaborated with team to install cables, poles, and transformers
- Managed repair work for overhead and underground electrical power lines
- Completed resagging on older or improperly installed lines
- Rebuilt transformers by dismantling, removing, and assembling core components
- Adhered to strict federal and corporate rules to promote overall safety of workers and members of public
- Assisted in various capacities during construction, repair, and maintenance of electrical lines
- Obtained proper permits to conduct electrical work on facility and construction projects
- Conducted safety briefings at beginning and end of shifts to inform crews of daily task safety hazards
- Conducted site inspections and audits, recording findings, and recommending corrective actions on final reports
- Conducted safety training or education programs to demonstrate use of safety equipment.
Ken Small Industries, Bakersfield, CA
Safety Coordinator
2008.02 - 2018.01 (9 years & 11 months)
Job overview
- Trained new and current employees on ways to reduce incidents and eliminate hazards
- Investigated safety incidents and drafted reports detailing results
- Assessed and responded to risks and quickly resolved issues to promote safe and productive workplace
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard, and safety guidelines
- Responded to emergency situations in the most efficient, effective ways possible
- Examined hazardous incidents and accidents to uncover causes and provided corrective actions
- Created and implemented programs, policies and procedures designed to effectively reduce or eliminate injuries and hazards in the workplace
- Developed company safety plans to reduce safety problems and associated expenses
- Monitored safety of construction activities, making on-site personnel protection top priority
- Identified key processes within the company that could be improved by implementing safety procedures
- Conducted company-wide training in safety procedures, delivering tailored documentation for future reference and review
- Developed basic working knowledge of company's HSE standards, programs, and goals to maintain compliant site operations
- Reported on key metrics and safety improvements in staff meetings, answering questions and providing insight
- Coached management teams on developing safety programs
- Maintained records documenting safety audits and accidents
- Submitted compliance reports to regulatory agencies
- Created safety bulletins, flyers and educational materials promoting safety awareness.
Central Valley Eggs, Wasco, California
Safety Manager
2024.07 - Current (2 months)
Job overview
- Collaborated with management to develop company-wide safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
- Developed and implemented safety programs.
- Reduced accident rates through proactive hazard identification, analysis, and mitigation strategies.
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
- Implemented corrective actions following incidents to minimize risks and improve overall safety performance.
- Developed and executed training programs for employees, improving overall safety awareness and compliance.
- Trained employees in most current regulations and practices in effort to prevent mishaps and promote overall safety.
- Enhanced workplace safety by implementing comprehensive risk assessments and safety audits.
- Reduced injuries among personnel with development and implementation of robust safety programs and policies.
- Championed a positive safety culture by promoting employee involvement in health and safety initiatives.
Education
Training
Professional Development in Safety Management Associated Builders And Contractors ( ABC) from Safety Management
South High School
High School Diploma
06.1987
Skills
- Regulations and compliance
- OSHA Compliance
- Construction Site Management
- Environmental Audits
- Safety audits
- Risk Identification
- Performance Management
- Creating safety programs
- Knowledge of over head/ underground power line OSHA requirements Up to 50 Kv 10ft >50 to 200 kV 15ft >200 to 350 kV 2
- Project Coordination
- Auditing safety processes
- Implementing policies
- Incident Response
- Compliance Management
- Electrical Safety
- Preventing Incidents
- OSHA 30
- Hazard Communication Standards
- Client Support
- CPR Certified
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
RemoteOn-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementCompany Culture401k matchTimeline
Safety Manager
Central Valley Eggs
2024.07 - Current (2 months)
Safety Advisor
General Production Services
2021.08 - Current (3 years & 1 month)
Safety Coordinator
Lyles Construction Group
2020.07 - 2021.07 (1 year)
Safety Coordinator
Ken Small Industries
2008.02 - 2018.01 (9 years & 11 months)
Training
Professional Development in Safety Management Associated Builders And Contractors ( ABC) from Safety Management
South High School
High School Diploma
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