Dedicated Safety Specialist with expertise in safety audits, risk assessment, and employee training. Proven ability to enhance workplace safety culture and ensure compliance with regulations.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Specialist
Buzzi Unicem USA
Festus
09.2023 - Current
Conducted safety audits to identify and mitigate potential workplace hazards, enhancing overall safety.
Provided employees with safety training on emergency response plans, hazardous materials handling, fire prevention and personal protective equipment use.
Monitored compliance with safety regulations and MSHA standards, ensuring adherence to legal requirements.
Provided guidance on personal protective equipment selection and use.
Engaged employees in safety awareness initiatives, fostering a proactive safety culture throughout the organization.
Monitored employee work areas for unsafe conditions or practices and took corrective action.
Investigated accidents to determine root cause and develop preventive measures to avoid reoccurrence.
Division Protection Specialist
QuikTrip
St Louis
01.2021 - 09.2023
Monitored store environments to ensure safety and security protocols were followed.
Conducted inspections to identify hazards and mitigate risks.
Trained staff on security practices and emergency response procedures.
Implemented surveillance techniques to deter theft and maintain store integrity.
Engaged customers to enhance safety and create a welcoming shopping environment.
Led safety and loss prevention operations team, training employees on theft prevention techniques.
Police Sergeant/Fire Captain
Des Peres Department of Public Safety
Des Peres
10.2007 - 05.2020
Supervised daily operations of law enforcement personnel, ensuring efficient execution of activities.
Coordinated and reviewed the work of police officers.
Developed and implemented community outreach initiatives that strengthened community trust and engagement.
Led emergency response operations during fire incidents and rescue missions.
Responded to emergency calls and managed the on-site operations of medical, hazardous materials, and rescue incidents.
Coordinated training programs for firefighters, enhancing skills and reinforcing adherence to safety procedures.
Ensured that firefighter safety protocols were followed on all emergency scenes.