Profile
Successful leadership experience as Health and Safety Manager for Global Field Services, OSHA 1926 & 1910 knowledge, OSHA inspections experience, OSHA 300 & 300A log completions, Job Hazard Analysis & Safe Work Procedures development, numerous Health and Safety programs/procedure developments, NREMT (National Registry Emergency Medical Technician) Certification, MUTCD 2009 (Traffic Control) extensive experience, Fall Protection Qualified person, Health and Safety field & facility inspections/audits and leading/developing Health and Safety Training.
Experience
Health & Safety Manager, Field Services Global, Vaisala, Inc.: 2012 to Present
Developed Health and Safety program management, appropriate training regarding hazard identification and mitigations, Fall Protection Qualified person (developed Working at Heights policy & procedures), OSHA reporting and inspections concerning global field services, in-field and facility based inspections and program audits.
Field Services Safety Lead, Vaisala, Inc.2010 to 2012
Lead North America field service staff concerning Health and Safety by leading by example, created and developed monthly safety checklists including vehicle, PPE (personal protective equipment) and other safety equipment, developed weekly ‘toolbox talks’ appropriate for service/market segments (such as Airports, Roads, Energy services).
Field Service Engineer, Vaisala, Inc.2000 to 2010
Provided extensive field services for Airports and Roads customers, Project planning and development including statewide system installations and commissions, FAA AWOS (automated weather observation station) technician of record for mid-Atlantic and mid-West regions.
Education
National Safety Council2013
Attained Advanced Safety, MESH (Manager of Environmental Safety and Health),Principles of Occupational Safety and Health, Safety Management Techniques and Safety Training Methods Certifications.
Indiana State University1977 to 1981
Double major in Professional Flight Technology and Communications, Alpha Eta Rho President, residence hall staff, coached men’s basketball and baseball intramural teams, flew ‘slot’ (number four position) on ISU Flying Sycamores Flight Team which competed nationally.
Skills
NREMT Certification (National Registry Emergency Medical Technicians) E3217094 (expires 03/31/2018) for provider level EMT, Private Pilot w/Instrument Rating ASEL (airplane single engine land), professional radio broadcasting experience, public speaking, Microsoft Office skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, member Civil Air Patrol and pending membership application for Harrington Fire Company.
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