THOMAS HENSON
Meridian,ID
Summary
Results-oriented senior safety consultant with extensive experience in regulatory compliance and risk management, demonstrating a proven track record of enhancing workplace safety standards. Expertise includes over 7 years in occupational health and safety, along with exceptional skills in conducting thorough safety and compliance inspections. A collaborative leader fostering a team-oriented culture through effective communication and knowledge sharing, driving continuous improvement in safety practices. Recognized for strong team skills and deep knowledge in OSHA compliance, consistently delivering impactful solutions that prioritize employee well-being.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Safety Consultant
First Link Safety
08.2022 - Current
- Conducted detailed risk assessments across client sites, resulting in the identification and mitigation of potential hazards, thereby improving overall compliance rates.
Journeyman Carpenter / Safety Committee
HC Company
04.2017 - 08.2022
- Lead carpenter for large-scale construction project. Conduct weekly safety meetings, site safety inspections, create a company safety program, and improve the company safety culture.
Education
Masters of Science - Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University
04.2026
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University
04.2024
Skills
- OSHA Compliance
- Accident Investigation
- Safety Training
- Risk Assessment
- Safety Audits
- Strong Communication
- Incident reporting
- Hazard identification
- Safety training
- Respiratory protection
- Personal protective equipment
- Electrical safety
- Workplace inspections
- Confined space entry
- Fall protection
- Industrial hygiene
- Lockout and tagout
- First aid and CPR
- Occupational safety instruction
- Workplace safety
- Risk management
- Emergency response
- Team building
- Corrective action planning
- Program activities
- Regulatory compliance
- Safety documentation and materials
- Worker training
- OSHA standards and codes
- Protective equipment
- Scaffold safety
- Safety and compliance inspections
- Incident investigation
- Occupational safety
- Training and mentoring
- Site visits
- OSHA compliance
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Records/files maintenance
Accomplishments
- Planned and implemented the company-wide rollout of a proactive safety and health target program, partnering with field management and supervisory staff and effectively reduced overall accidents by 75%.
Certification
- OSHA 510
- GSP (BCSP Certificaion)
- Industrial Hygiene Specialist
- Occupational Safety and Health Specialist
- Construction Safety Management Specialist
- MSHA 46
- Graduate Industrial Hygiene Specialists
Awards
National Society of Leadership and Success
Timeline
Senior Safety Consultant
First Link Safety
08.2022 - Current
Journeyman Carpenter / Safety Committee
HC Company
04.2017 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University
Masters of Science - Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University