William Rea
Benson,AZ
Summary
Proactive Director of EHS, Quality, and Safety Manager with extensive experience in fostering regulatory collaboration, reducing injury rates, and developing comprehensive wellness initiatives. Expertise in digital EHS platforms, compliance audits, and safety training. Known for enhancing workplace safety and implementing effective operational programs to advance organizational well-being. Self-Starter who's is energetic and can work in a face pace collaborative environment.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of EHS
Northwest Companies
02.2019 - Current
- Established and nurtured prompt collaboration with regulatory agencies, fostering efficient communication on EHS matters.
- Developed comprehensive wellness initiatives in collaboration with human resources to promote employee well-being physically and mentally.
- Demonstrated solid track record by lowering injury rates by 35% and 25%, respectively, within the first two years for two companies operating under the organizational umbrella.
- Harnessing historical data to build a comprehensive digital EHS platform for improved accuracy and efficiency in tracking.
- Implemented digital audit system for what the company looks like in terms of compliance for fall protection, ladders, respirator compliance, environmental compliance, SDS management, and etc.
- Led the initiation of compliance training initiatives for multiple organizations.
- Supervised injury reporting, accident review process and ensured compliance with OSHA and ADOSH regulations. Achieved improvement in EMR stats through proactive collaboration with Workman's Compensation Insurance provider.
- Managed medical surveillance, respirator, SCBA, DOT, and CDL physicals for employees.
- Safeguarded workplace safety by overseeing annual inspections of the Company's Emergency Action Plan, Fire Extinguisher, and Alarm Systems.
- Delivered expert instruction on proper usage of Mobile Elevated Work Platforms and Aerial Lifts, while also overseeing completion of all necessary documentation.
- Provided guidance and support to enhance the performance of two Field Safety Supervisors across the organization.
Quality and Safety Manger
EMCOR Government Services
11.2017 - 02.2019
- Collaborated with management to create and implement company-wide safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
- Achieved a substantial increase in the percentage of trained employees within a 7-month timeframe, raising it from 15% to an impressive 98%.
- Constructed and prepared documents, policy and guidance, flowcharts, various models, and graphs using automated systems from Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and other systems to communicate with Corporate.
- Conducted various inspections and implemented sampling techniques for indoor air quality, asbestos, mold, soil, water (domestic water systems, shallow and deep well, and pool), lead, etc.
- Constructed and prepared documents, policies, and guidance using various software such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel to facilitate effective communication with Corporate.
- Implemented efficient systems to monitor Safety/Tool Talks, Training trackers, and Calibration and Testing matrices.
Chief Preventive Medicine NCO
United States Army
07.1994 - 09.2017
- Supervised a large EHS staff of over 100 members, offering daily guidance and leadership in operations, budget management, and staff training.
- Contributed to audits, surveys, inspections aimed at assessing and implementing control measures addressing environmental factors that impact the welfare of individuals residing in areas significant to a continuously growing military and family community.
- Identified deviations from prescribed health standards and promptly recommended appropriate corrective action based on findings.
- Conducted bacteriological examination and chemical analysis of water, ensuring compliance with quarantine standards.
- Implemented regular maintenance schedules to uphold compliance standards for EH, IH, and OH equipment.
- Guided collection of data for environmental health reports
- Conducted stream surveys as required; ensured compliance with infectious waste control and disposal protocols at hospitals.
- Interviewed and conducted investigations for food poisoning, tuberculosis, STD, and other communicable disease patients and contacts. Ensured timely completion of case and contact reports.
- Monitored electromagnetic radiation to identify medically significant parasites, disease vectors, and their animal hosts. Assisted in recommending insect control procedures.
- Contributed to the inspection of water supply systems while offering technical support; managed the collection, treatment, and disposal of hazardous waste within the Local Environmental Quality Divisions.
- Provided leadership and supervision to the EHS, OH, and IH Divisions
- Organized work schedules and assigned duties.
- Coordinated and facilitated employee development programs
- Successfully oversaw the implementation and execution of an efficient operational and maintenance program for designated equipment.
- Evaluated personnel performance, prepared and submitted evaluation reports, and completed administrative, technical, personnel reports.
- Supervised EHS activities, organized stress surveillance programs and coordinated toxicology data with poison control centers.
- Advised professionals in supply chain, fiscal management, technical operations, and administrative tasks.
- Self-motivated and displaying a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Health, Safety And Environmental
Columbia Southern University
05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Management
Columbia Southern Univeristy
Orange Beach09.2011
Skills
- Construction safety
- Hazard Identification
- Electrical Safety
- Hazard Communication
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Occupational health
- Confined Space Entry
- Safety program development
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Industrial hygiene
Certification
Competent Person Trained in Scaffolding, Fall Protection, Work at Heights, Aerial Lift and Scissor Lifts, Excavation and Trenching, AZ DOSH Forklift Trainer, and is current with Associate Safety and Health Management credentials.
Timeline
Director of EHS
Northwest Companies
02.2019 - Current
Quality and Safety Manger
EMCOR Government Services
11.2017 - 02.2019
Chief Preventive Medicine NCO
United States Army
07.1994 - 09.2017
Master of Science - Occupational Health, Safety And Environmental
Columbia Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Management
Columbia Southern Univeristy
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