Yolanda Farlough
Lutcher,Louisiana
Summary
Experienced Safety Manager with 12 years in health, safety, and environmental management. Expertise in OSHA compliance and risk management, focusing on building high-performing teams and enhancing field personnel engagement. Proficient in hazard assessments and implementing corrective actions to drive zero-incident objectives.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
SAFETY MANAGER
Critical Management Solutions (HITT Contracting)
05.2024 - Current
- Led site safety operations for Data Center fit out construction projects, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and client requirements.
- Review and approve Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) for all high-risk work before project execution.
- Led weekly safety meetings, incident investigations, corrective actions, and assisted with root cause analyses.
- Manage multiple Safety Professionals from different trades
- Perform daily field audits, verify permits, coach subcontractors, and enforce safe work practices.
- Conduct safety orientations, Arc Flash Awareness training, and issue site access credentials.
- Maintain compliance documentation for subcontractors, including training records, SDS inventories, and safety reports to support safety audits.
- Collaborate with project managers to integrate safety measures into construction plans.
SAFETY LEAD
Cust-O-Fab Specialty Services
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Directed daily safety operations for workforce of 70+ employees, ensuring compliance and promoting a safe working environment.
- Conducted hazard assessments, permit audits, LOTO inspections, equipment evaluations, and PPE compliance checks to mitigate risks and enhance safety standards.
- Coordinated operator certifications and investigated incidents, implementing corrective action plans to prevent future occurrences.
- Built strong relationships with field personnel through hands-on leadership and safety coaching.
QC TECHNICIAN | DATA CLERK | SAFETY COMMITTEE LEADER
Turner Industries Group
04.2013 - 04.2023
- Supported quality control operations by ensuring compliance with ISO documentation and accurate welding records.
- Performed field audits across refinery, chemical, energy, turnaround, shutdown, and new construction projects.
- Chaired Craft Safety Committee, facilitating communication between management and field personnel to address safety concerns.
- Championed programs that strengthened employee engagement and reinforced a proactive safety culture.
- Developed and delivered weekly safety presentations based on audit findings, enhancing hazard awareness among employees.
Education
Associate Degree - Occupational Safety & Health
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA05.2018
Skills
- OSHA Compliance
- Construction Safety
- Industrial Safety
- Risk Assessment
- Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA)
- Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
- Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis
- Safety Audits & Inspections
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- Safety Training
- Regulatory Compliance
- Site Safety Management
- Safety Data Analysis
- Team Leadership
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Relationship Building
- Partnership Development
- Dependable and Responsible
- First Aid/CPR
- Arc Flash Awareness
Certification
- OSHA 30
- Construction Site Safety Supervisor (CSSS)
- Construction Site Safety Technician (CSST)
- NCCER
- CPR/First Aid/AED
- Fall Protection Inspector
- Forklift Operator
- MEWP Operator
- NFPA 70E
- TWIC
- GHS & OSHA Hazard Communication
PREVIOUS SAFETY LEADERSHIP ROLES
Safety/Sanitation Manager (Cust-O-Fab Specialty Services)-Safety Supervisor (JCL Safety Services)- Foreman / Safety Technician (JCL Safety Services)- Safety Attendant (United Safety)
LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS
12+ years of safety leadership across construction, industrial, refinery, petrochemical, and energy sectors. Extensive experience supporting multi-contractor projects while ensuring OSHA and client compliance. Trusted leader known for mentoring field personnel, strengthening safety culture, and driving continuous improvement. Strong communicator with exceptional organizational, documentation, and regulatory compliance skills.
Timeline
SAFETY MANAGER
Critical Management Solutions (HITT Contracting)
05.2024 - Current
SAFETY LEAD
Cust-O-Fab Specialty Services
09.2023 - 05.2024
QC TECHNICIAN | DATA CLERK | SAFETY COMMITTEE LEADER
Turner Industries Group
04.2013 - 04.2023
Associate Degree - Occupational Safety & Health
Columbia Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Southeastern Louisiana University