VENI HERNANDEZ
Lake Forest
Summary
With a solid foundation in the health and safety sector, fortified by six years of experience and a solid military background, I am proficient in conducting rigorous safety audits and thorough incident investigations. My commitment to enhancing workplace safety has significantly reduced incidents and maintained safety as a critical focus. I am actively seeking a safety practitioner position where I can apply my deep passion for safety excellence, ensure ongoing compliance, and contribute meaningfully to organizational growth. This opportunity would also support my pursuit of continuous professional and personal development.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Specialist
Superior Grocers
Santa Fe Springs
06.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented safety training programs for employees across multiple departments, including the Distribution Centers.
- Collaborated with Safety management to create and update safety policies and procedures.
- Developed and implemented safety procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Investigated accidents to determine root cause and develop preventive measures to avoid reoccurrence.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings from safety inspections and investigations.
- Mentored and trained new PIT trainers on best practices and instructional techniques.
Safety Manager
99 Cent Only Store
Tustin
06.2020 - Current
- Partnered with senior safety management to design and implement comprehensive safety policies, procedures, and protocols across the organization, enhancing company-wide safety standards.
- Led rigorous on-site safety audits for 4 distribution centers and 381 stores across multiple states, successfully identifying and mitigating hazards, which substantially reduced accident rates through proactive risk management.
- Certified workforce in Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) operations, ensuring all personnel attained competency levels.
- Teamed with workers' compensation departments to conduct in-depth investigations and root cause analyses of reported injuries.
Supervisor/ Instructor
United States Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton
12.2015 - 07.2019
- Strategic Safety Enhancement: Led the enforcement of military and federal safety protocols within the U.S. Marines, minimizing risks in hazardous environments.
- Strict Safety Compliance: Ensured adherence to safety standards across all operations, significantly improving task efficiency and elevating safety awareness.
- Proactive Hazard Management: Led initiatives for identifying and mitigating safety concerns, working closely with officer leadership to foster a safety culture.
- Performance Optimization: I conducted extensive performance reviews and provided personalized coaching and training to develop vital skills among team members.
- Junior Marine Mentorship: Mentored new enlistees in equipment operations and safety protocols, creating and enforcing a uniform training manual to streamline educational processes.
OPERATION SUPERVISOR
United States Marine Corps
Okinawa
02.2014 - 11.2015
- Safety Leadership: Directed the safe coordination and transfer of over 10,500 personal items across various locations, ensuring seamless operations during multiple bilateral training exercises.
- Communication and Reporting: Established and maintained communication channels with senior officers, providing frequent updates on operational progress and enhancing decision-making processes and readiness.
- Compliance and Standards Enforcement: Enforced compliance with military regulations, safety protocols, and local laws, significantly improving operations' overall safety and compliance.
- Safety Enhancement: Implemented and monitored compliance to safety and operational policies, strengthening workplace safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
Palm Beach Gardens High School
Palm Beach Gardens, FL05.2011
Skills
- Safety Audits
- Training Development
- Public Speaking & Presentations
- Report Writing
- Bilingual
- Risk Assessment
- Regulatory Compliance
- Incident Investigation
- Safety audits
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Accident investigation
- PIT Trainer
Certification
- OSHA 10- and 30-hour training certifications for General Industry and Construction
- Power Industrial Truck Trainer
- Certification, MC3 Construction Curriculum
- Adult First Aid/CPR/AED certified
- OSHA 7405 - Fall Hazard awareness for the construction industry
- Scaffold safety
- Respiratory protection
- Serve Safe
- Power Industrial Truck Trainer
- Certification, MC3 Construction Curriculum
- Adult First Aid/CPR/AED certified
- OSHA 7405 - Fall Hazard awareness for the construction industry
- Scaffold safety
- Respiratory protection
- Serve Safe
Timeline
Safety Specialist
Superior Grocers
06.2024 - Current
Safety Manager
99 Cent Only Store
06.2020 - Current
Supervisor/ Instructor
United States Marine Corps
12.2015 - 07.2019
OPERATION SUPERVISOR
United States Marine Corps
02.2014 - 11.2015
High School Diploma -
Palm Beach Gardens High School