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Cindi L Etcheverry
P.O. Box 305
Boulder, Wyoming 82923
Main: (307) 537-3165, Mobile: (970) 302-7262, Email: cinconenv@yahoo.com
Utilize my expertise in Environmental, Health & Safety. Over thirteen years experience in environmental protection, environmental health, occupational safety, hazardous waste management, remediation, and compliance. Demonstrated skills in project and program development and management, creative problem solving, public speaking, local land use hearings, and developing cost effective approaches to regulated compliance issues.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Title: EHS Specialist Employer: Williams Midstream
Duration: 07/2008 – 12/2008
Oversaw environmental and safety in Piceance Creek/Parachute Basin area. Ensured environmental and safety compliance with pipeline requirements. Ensured environmental compliance during construction of a Natural Gas Liquids Cryogenic Treatment Plant. Provided document of accidents, injuries, and releases in accordance with regulatory and Williams requirements. Provided regulatory and safety compliance requirements using Williams environmental management information system, safety implementation plans, and Management of Change program, and pre-startup safety reviews. Obtained necessary consultants and contract workers to initiate air permits, stormwater permits, waste handling, and reclamation. Initiated compliance programs in DOT, RCRA, CERCLA, CWA, CAA, Title V, and EPA hazardous waste ID regulations. Up-to-date OSHA training in Hot Work Permits, LO/TO, Defensive Driving, PPE, Hearing Protection, Confined Space, Electrical Safety, DOT Regulations, First Aid, CPR, and AED Use.
Title: EHS Coordinator Employer: Delta Petroleum Corporation
Duration: 11/2007 – 07/2008
Served as liaison to BLM, COGCC, and CDPHE. Developed positive communications with regulatory entities. Represented Delta Petroleum Corporation during inspections, public meetings and workgroups. Trouble shot and recognized environmental liabilities, and safety concerns. Developed release response guidelines and procedures. Trained personnel and service providers on release response procedures. Oversaw cleanup of releases and complete reporting requirements. Developed safety program. Developed accident, injury and release reporting procedures. Trained personnel and service providers on OSHA requirements. Audited frac and drilling contractors. Conducted accident injury investigations and reporting. Utilized and oversaw contractors for routine SPCC and stormwater inspections. Oversaw contractors for Stormwater installation. Provided direction during construction of new locations in accordance with APD’s and NEPA requirements.
Title: Environmental Coordinator (Consultant) Employer: EnCana Oil & Gas Inc.
Duration: 02/2007 – 11/2007
Served as EnCana liaison to Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality and BLM. Provided routine environmental reports in compliance with regulatory requirements. Updated production operators, production coordinators, and EHS team leads on emissions and environmental compliance status. Worked with production operators, coordinators and contract staff to achieving emissions and environmental compliance objectives. Developed emissions control certifications for production units, dehydrators, and tank batteries. Ensured compliance with emissions permits by trouble shooting locations having emissions challenges. Oversaw cleanup of releases and complete reporting requirements. Utilized and oversaw contractors for release clean-ups, routine SPCC inspections, stormwater BMP’s inspections, and SWPPP updates for 600 locations. Implemented stormwater management and SPCC programs in compliance with regulatory requirements. Attended onsites for APD approvals, for drilling locations, with Regulatory Analyst, Construction Manager, and Reclamation Specialist with BLM and other regulatory agencies to assess proposed location stipulations and requirements, and in compliance with NEPA requirements. Assisted drilling with release reporting and clean-up. Characterized and sampled soil, wastewater, reserve pits, and freshwater wells. Completed Site Security and SPCC Diagrams. Implemented and initiated BLM and WOGCC approval for beneficial reuse of drill cutting material, BLM and WOGCC application and approval for use of production water onto road as dust suppression. Oversaw landfarm expansion and remediation of contaminated soils for use in reclamation projects.
Title: Area Manager of Environmental, Health & Safety Employer: Stericycle, Inc.
Duration: 12/2005 - 02/2007
Developed a teamwork approach to achieve a high level of compliance. Implemented policies and programs to enhance compliance. Provided compliance with OSHA, Federal DOT, CDOT, PHMSA, FMCSA, RCRA, USDA, FDA, and CWA requirements. Maintained required environmental permits, including, wastewater discharge, solid waste, hazardous waste, and land use permits. Provided routine safety and environmental reports in compliance with regulatory requirements. Maintained ERP, HASP, LO/TO, D&O, Wastewater Discharge, Confined Space, and other applicable plans. Conducted routine safety and environmental audits. Developed and conducted OSHA, DOT, and hazardous materials training. Conducted respirator fit tests for respirator usage. Maintained employee medical monitoring program for hazardous materials handlers. Documented, investigated, and followed up on accidents, injuries, and claims. Managed worker compensation cases and OSHA 300 logs.
Title: Environmental Compliance Manager Employer: Weld County DPHE
Duration: 10/1998 - 12/2005
Managed and minimized expenses in the million dollars plus budget. Managed, developed, and participated in programs related to air quality, water quality, solid waste, hazardous waste, transporting hazardous waste, manifesting, occupational safety, and emergency response. Reviewed exploration & production soil treatment, Class II injection well, solid waste, and energy facilities land use application permits for compliance with applicable environmental regulations. Attended and testified in local land use hearings. Provided environmental regulatory interpretation during local land use permit hearings.
Minimized environmental impact through a program of site inspections, permitting, and investigations. Determined compliance with COGCC, CDPHE, RCRA, CERCLA, SARA Title III, CWA (NPDES), CAA, and EPA regulations at oil and gas facilities, remediation sites, hazardous waste, and solid waste facilities. Oversaw air emissions control compliance inspections for the oil and gas industry's newly regulated ozone reduction program. Responded to spill reports from oil & gas industry, transportation incidents, or other facilities. Inspected landfarms, injection wells, and remediation sites including oil & gas industry. Inspected facilities for compliance with SPCC plans. Inspected facilities for compliance with SWMP's.
Served as liaison between private industry, COGCC, CDPHE, DOW, CDOT, EPA, property owners, consultants, Union Colony Fire Department Hazardous Materials Unit, and other applicable agencies. Maintained communications with consulting firms, regulatory agencies, and businesses during remediation or spill cleanup activities. Oversaw environmental projects, remediation projects, reviewed remediation reports, and results.
Conducted Environmental Site Assessments during property acquisitions for Weld County. Coordinated and maintained OSHA, RCRA, CDOT, and UST compliance at all County hazardous waste collection facilities. Developed and implemented site HASP for acceptance of hazardous waste at hazardous waste collection facilities. Developed and implemented CESQG hazardous waste handling and acceptance program for small businesses.
Title: Consultant Employer: Red Mesa Consulting
Duration: 11/1997 - 10/1998
Consulted for Umetco Minerals, Inc. Implemented health, safety, and environmental programs. Conducted Pollution Prevention audits and developed Pollution Prevention procedures for the Recycle, Reuse, and Reduce program. Developed WMP’s and procedures in compliance with RCRA and corporate policies. Completed manifesting, labeling, and transportation requirements for hazardous materials in accordance with DOT regulations. Assisted in OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training preparation. Assisted during safety and environmental compliance audits. Provided educational support while implementing waste management programs in accordance with RCRA and corporate policies. Completed Small Quantity Generator reporting requirements in compliance with SARA Title III. Assisted with UMTRA compliance requirements for each Superfund site.
Title: Technician Employer: Environmental Audit and Assessments
Duration: 08/1996 - 11/1997
Assisted in UST/LUST extractions. Conducted soil and water sampling. Assisted with tank closures, spill reports, SPCC plans, and compliance with OIS. Assisted during Phase I and II commercial property site characterizations for due diligence projects.
Title: Intern Employer: Browning Ferris Industries
Duration: 05/1995 - 02/1996
Evaluated SWMP’s, Hazard Communication, Groundwater Well Permits, and updated programs as needed. Conducted safety classes for office and landfill personnel. Updated OSHA Hazard Communication compliance program including updating MSDS's requirements. Conducted respirator fit tests and trained personnel on handling of asbestos during transportation and disposal activities. Responsible for routine monitoring and calibration of combustible gas indicator and radiation detectors. Implemented LO/TO program and procedures for personnel during equipment maintenance. Assisted in implementation of environmental, health and safety compliance programs.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Bachelors of Science, Environmental Restoration and Waste Management, Minor Geology, Mesa State College
Certified First Aid, CPR and AED, American Red Cross (current)
OSHA 24-Hour HazWoper Technician, San Juan College School of Energy (current)
Hazardous Materials Operations, The International Association of Fire Fighters
Hazardous Materials Manager, University of Utah, Rocky Mountain Center for Occupational and Environmental Health
National Pollution Discharge Elimination System Inspector Training (NPDES), U.S.E.P.A.
Stormwater Management Certification, Buy’s and Associates (current)
Design of Waste Containment Liner and Final Closure Systems, American Society of Civil Engineers
Environmental Crimes Awareness, Colorado Attorney General’s Office, U.S.E.P.A.
Bio-Terrorism, Office of Emergency Management, Department of Local Affairs
Excavation & Confined Space Awareness, W-H Interscience of Colorado
Posted May 17, 2009
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R. KENT BOWEN, MS/CSP
4611 Waterbeck
Cell Phone 469-525-8823
Fulshear, Texas 75201
Office Phone-281-504-2871
E-Mail: Kent.Bowen@BP.com
QUALIFICATIONS
Certified Safety Professional with M.S. Degree in Industrial Safety and over 30 years experience in Managing and Implementing Health, Safety, Security and Environmental (HSSE) Programs in Onshore and Offshore Exploration and Production, and Downstream Refining and Pipelines.
Regional Experience: Russia, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Angola, Bolivia and USA Domestic Operations. Expertise in:
• Developing, Reviewing and Implementing HSE Management Systems conforming to the Elements and Expectations of BP HSE Management Systems Framework
• Conducting HSE Baseline Risk Assessments/Audits/ Project HSE Reviews & Hazardous Operations Studies
• Crisis Management, Emergency Response, Medical Emergencies and Evacuations managed through Country Action Plans
• HSE/OSHA Regulatory Affairs and Compliance Issues & International Regulatory Reform
• Supervising/Directing International Health and Safety Programs in wide range of operations both upstream and downstream
• Evaluating, Coordinating, and Overseeing Contractor HSE Management Systems in alignment with BP Contractor Selection and Retention Policies
• Recruiting, Training, Coaching, Deploying and Developing employee and contract HSE Personnel at both international and domestic locations
EXPERIENCE
BP/Amoco Health, Safety, Security and Environmental Professional —1982-Present
BP Gulf of Mexico Projects and Programs HSE Advisor -April 2006 to Present
(Retired Jan. 2007, Returned as BP Consultant July 2007 after mandatory six month leave)
• Coordinated and Conducted required Project HSE Reviews, Audits and Risk Assessments and HSE Resources for 4 Major Subsea Projects and Internal Compliance Audits
• Conducted accident/incident investigations, reporting and tracking
• Conducted required HSE Training and Orientations for offshore and onshore operations.
• Provided weekly HSSE Reports to Project and Business Unit Managers
• Developed and Instructed HSSE Training Coursess
HSSE Manager -Russia/Kazakhstan Strategic Performance Unit and BP Trading, Ltd., Moscow, RF
October 2004 to April 2006
Provided leadership and support for the implementation of the BP Management Systems Framework in the Russia/ Kazakhstan Strategic Performance Unit and BP’s Moscow Based Businesses.
The 2004-2005 HSSE Plans included:
• HSSE Management Support/Liaison with other business interests in Russia including, CPC, Sakhalin , IST, Baltic Marine Petroleum, Castrol/Lubricants, and TNK –BP (secondees)
• Sharing best practices, lessons learned, providing safety alerts and bulletins and other relevant HSSE information.
• BP Driver and Contract Driver Safety Management to comply with BP Driving Safety Standards. Managed and Coordinated the International Driver Safety Competition in Moscow
• Implementation for Occupational Health Programs and Policies including Fitness for Task, Substance Abuse, Stress Management, Ergonomics for Display Screen Equipment
• Apartment/Housing Safety and Security for Expats/Secondees in Moscow and Regions
• Security assessments, incidents and full implementation Security Management Systems
• Aviation and Travel Safety
Staffing
Identified, Recruited, Managed and Mentored five HSSE Russian National Staff including Business Security Manager, Environmental Coordinator, HSE Advisor, Occupational Health Manager, Road Safety Manager, and administrative assistant
Crisis Management
• Country Crisis Management Coordinator, HSSE and Emergency Response Advisor for Moscow Incident Management Team
• Implement, update, maintain and communicate BP Crisis Management Framework and County Support Plan (Formerly NAIMP)
• Coordinate/Conduct Emergency Exercises with Moscow Incident Management Team and interface with Group Crisis Management Teams in London and TNK-BP
• Develop/Coordinate/Conduct table top exercises
• Participate in Regional Crisis Management Events and Training
• Develop and implement Business Continuity Plan in cooperation with other Moscow based Business Units.
• Assure implementation Civil Crisis Plan (Warden System) test with Communication Drills
• Manage International SOS contract to assure full response capabilities for Medical Emergencies.
HSSE Audits, Reviews, Training and Incident Investigations
• Coordinate and participate in BP external and internal audits of HSSE Management Systems
• Conduct BP HSE Management Systems Training and Advance Safety Audit Training for Moscow Office Leadership Team—established audit schedule and targets for those trained
• Assisted in development, communication and implementation of policies and guidance documents on Travel Safety, Trains and Metros and Aviation Safety
• Completed Hotel, School, and Apartment Fire Safety Audits used by Expatriate and their families
• Implemented Fire Safety and Security System Installations and Inspections for housing/apts.
• Led or participated in all security incident and accident investigations and assured appropriate corrective actions were taken and lessons learned shared.
• Assured accurate and timely investigation and reporting of all accidents, incidents, illnesses—provided reports and trend analysis to Sr. Management in London
• There were no OSHA recordable or lost workday accidents, injuries or illnesses and no serious car accidents during my 18 month tenure as the Moscow HSSE Manager
Gulf of Mexico Deepwater Development BU (Nov. 2000 to Oct. 2004)
Cross Project Contractor and Construction HSE Coordinator
• Developed and implemented HSE strategy for fabrication and construction for five Deep
Water Development Projects (Holstein, Mad Dog, Thunder Horse, Atlantis, Mardi Gras PL)
• Provided construction HSE expertise across five projects in 12 fabrication yards located in Finland, South Korea, and the Gulf of Mexico coastal region
• Identified, recruited, contracted, coached and managed 16 professional safety advisors working in nine “contractor managed” fabrication yards over a four year period.
• Participated in multiple Project HSE Reviews, Peer Reviews, Audits and Team Safety Meetings for each Project
• Assured compliance and consistency across projects with the GoM Contractor Selection Retention Program as defined below
• Assured proper incident reporting, investigation, case management and tracking were in
• Continued to serve as Safety Duty Officer on the Incident Management Team and as an Advanced Safety Audit Instructor
• Recognized with two 2003 Helios Awards for Performance and Partnering with DSME in S. Korea and achieving World Class Safety Performance for Fabrication/Construction on five major projects
• There were over 50 million man-hours worked in heavy construction with no disabling injuries or fatalities
Gulf of Mexico Business Unit (July 1999- Nov. 2000)
GoM Contractor Safety Coordinator
• Developed and Implemented the “GoM Contractor Selection and Retention Program (CSRP) and Minimum HSE Requirements for Contractors
• Identified High Impact Contractors (78) and then designated/assisted Contractor Accountable Managers (CAM’s) to work with them on HSE Issues
• Conducted Safety, Health, Environmental Review Process (SHERP) Audits and/or Work-in-Progress Audits to determine level of compliance with GoM Minimum HSE Requirements
• Completed rank and spread pre-qualification evaluations for major contract work in the GoM
• Tracked all above in PSM Data Base and developed Management of Change (MOC) Process to close gaps for “Red” contractors—initiated work on the GoM Supplier Management System to classify major contractors and ID gaps in minimum requirements.
• Successfully conducted first ever Contractor Safety Symposiums in 1999 and 2000
• Moved the number of contractors failing to meet minimum requirements from 110 in 1999 to only eight in 2000.
Azerbaijan International Operating Company/AIOC (1998-99)
Senior Health and Safety Advisor (Baku, Azerbaijan)
• Facilitated structured Hazardous Operations Studies, Risk Assessments, Audits and General Inspections
• Developed, issued and implemented 14 new HSE Standards & Practices/Reviewed updated all existing Standards and Practices
• Developed/Implemented Road Transportation Safety Standards and Driving Safety Campaign
• Coordinated upgrades for “Synergy (Pride)” Data Base for tracking HSE Performance and Audits and prepared periodic and annual Health and Safety Reports to management and Foreign Oil Companies
• Professional Development, training and coaching of National HSE Staff
Amoco Eurasia/Worldwide Exploration Business Group, International Operations- (1994-1998)
Safety, Health and Emergency Preparedness Coordinator (Houston Based)
• Managed all safety, health, security, medical and fire protection programs for over 800 Houston based employees and 300 employees located in 12 different international locations including all of the Former Soviet Union, Bolivia and Angola
• Completed risk assessments/baseline evaluations and made recommendations for managing and mitigating risks for current and future operations in:
- Priobskoye Field-Siberia & Moscow Offices / Almaty Office, Uzen Field Assessment-Kazakhstan
- Bolivia-Chaco Joint Venture Operations / Angola Deepwater Offshore & Luanda Infrastructure
• Assisted with development and implementation of HSE Management Systems in all above areas
• Health and Safety Representative for “Seismic Safety Excellence” initiatives and seismic G-Risk Assessment Model used in worldwide seismic operations
• Served as company safety representative on Industry HSE Committees- Petroleum Advisory Forum, Moscow and HSE Forum, Baku, and Kazakhstan Petroleum Association in Almaty
• Liased with Russian, Azeri and Kazakhstan ministries and regulatory bodies to obtain permits, approvals and variances as needed, promote regulatory reform to Western/International Standards
As a result of these activities, Amoco obtained Design Licenses in both Russia and Kazakhstan
• Coordinated aviation safety audits for all chartered/leased aircraft and ensured Co. Policy compliance
• Coordinated development and implementation of Emergency and Oil Spill Response Plans for Amoco Caspian Ltd. and North Absheron Operating Companies (continued)
• Emergency Response Team Coordinator for Worldwide Emergency Management Support Team and integrated Amoco Eurasia/WEBG response teams into this group utilizing the Incident Command System—Recognized with Chairman’s Progress Award in 1997
• Organized and lead the cross-functional “International Travel Safety Team”-Recognized with Chairman’s Progress Award in 1996
• Coordinated and customized Dupont Safety Management Courses for 80 Senior Managers
• Provided accurate and timely statistical performance reports, accident analysis and general HSE activity reports to Sr. Management
Amoco Production Company-Domestic Operations (1988-1994)
Safety Supervisor-Southeast US Business Unit (1991-1994))
• Hands-on supervision of five Safety Engineers and two administrative support staff working in a six state area including all of the Gulf Coast and Michigan
• Designed, implemented and supervised overall safety and health programs resulting in a reduction of employee injuries by 79%, company vehicle accidents by 48% and contractor accidents and injuries were reduced by 64% compared to the previous three year average
• Fully developed and implemented a comprehensive Contractor Safety Program and aligned it with Amoco safety policies, procedures and expectations
• Served as Site Safety Supervisor during 26 day Well Control Operations for gas well blowout in South Texas—there were no accidents, injuries or serious incidents during this entire operation
Houston Region Emergency Prevention, Preparedness and Response Coordinator (1990-1991)
• Organized and Implemented the Houston Region Emergency Task Group and Operations Center Integrated it with 28 Local/Site Emergency Response Teams- Supervised and ensured overall Emergency response capability at the Regional level
• Demonstrated highly effective response capability through conducting multiple exercises including the first ever corporate wide emergency response exercise—no major emergencies occurred during this time frame
Senior Field Safety Engineer/Northwest Texas Operations/Lubbock, Texas (1988-1990)
• Hands-on responsibility for safety, health, fire protection and emergency preparedness for Six Field Offices in West Texas Drilling and Production Operations
Amoco Oil Company-Refining and Marketing/Salt Lake City, Utah (1982-1988)
Engineer, Safety, Fire Protection and Plant Security/Fire Marshall—Salt Lake City Refinery
• Direct, hands-on responsibility for all safety and security functions within refining and transportation
Other Relevant HSE Experience 1973 to 1982
Corporate Safety Engineer-Envirotech Corporation (1979-1982)
• Safety and Health Responsibility for multi-division manufacturing operations and the construction, operation and maintenance of municipal wastewater treatment facilities
Loss Control Supervisor—TransAmerica Insurance Group (1976-1979)
• Supervised the Engineering/Audit Department of the Salt Lake City Branch Office providing safety/loss control services to a broad range commercial and industrial clients in a four-state area
Missile Combat Crew Commander—US Air Force/Whiteman AFB Missouri (1973-1976)
• Direct responsibility for safety, security and launch control operations of nuclear ICBM complex—required top secret security clearance and qualification under USAF Human Reliability Program
EDUCATION/Certifications
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Certification #7489 1983
M.S. Degree, Industrial Safety—Central Missouri State Univ. 1976
MBA- (completed 18 hours only)—University of Missouri, Columbia 1974
B.S. International Politics and Business Administration—Utah State Univ. 1972
Posted May 17, 2009
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KEVIN D. ROMINE
7514 Highland Farms Road
Houston, Texas 77095
281-855-2805 (home) 713-204-0470 (cell)
kevinromine@comcast.net
SUMMARY
Business-focused environmental manager with twenty years experience leading environmental compliance programs for mid-sized and large NYSE-listed corporations. Experience includes development and implementation of corporate driven environmental management systems, air quality programs, wastewater and storm water permitting, waste management, spill prevention, due diligence for acquisition and divestiture activities, management review and reporting functions, contract administration, and training programs at all organizational levels. Key skills include effectively building cross functional teams to integrate environmental requirements into business objectives, cost-effective project management, and implementation of continual improvement initiatives.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Exterran Energy Solutions, L.P. (formerly Universal Compression, Inc. ) 2000-2009
Senior Environmental Manager - Houston, Texas
Manager of North America Operations Environmental Department for the largest contract compression company (NYSE:EXH) with revenues of $4 Billion. Lead advisor for all environmental compliance programs throughout the company with wellhead compression, engine overhaul and fabrication, and gas processing and treatment operations in nearly 30 countries worldwide.
• Direct $1 Million annual environmental budget.
• Lead efforts for implementation of an Environmental Management System (ISO14001-like) developed to provide the resources for all employees to better understand their environmental responsibilities and for the company to continually improve upon its’ ability to meet or exceed applicable compliance requirements.
• Provide regulatory and technical support needed to operate twenty-two natural gas compressor stations in compliance with Alabama air permits, including a Major Source Operating Permit (Title V). Frequent audits by the customer and regulatory agency have identified no deficiencies.
• Completed $350,000 cleanup at three terminated lease properties in Louisiana, which involved organization and supervision of third party contractors, preparation and submittal of technical reports to the regulatory agency, and communication with the landowner, his consultants and attorney. Upon completion, the agency issued a letter requiring “no further action” therefore minimizing future liability to the company.
• Managed environmental due diligence process for 7 acquisitions, two totaling $44 Million.
• Developed countless policy, procedure and guidance memorandum to address a wide range of environmental issues associated with daily operations at over 150 industrial facilities.
• Chairman of the Environmental Committee for the Gas Compressor Association, a professional trade organization with over 75 member companies.
Bayou City Resources, Inc. 1997 - 2000
President (Founder) - Houston, Texas
An entrepreneurial venture started up to produce and sell organic soil amendments and mulch products throughout the Texas and Louisiana Gulf Coast Region.
• Developed a comprehensive business plan and private placement memorandum that were accepted for presentation at two recycling business investment forums in South Carolina and Nebraska.
• Established contracts with large suppliers of green waste used as feedstock materials in the production process. Processed over 15,000 cubic yards of material from Davey Tree and Trees, Inc. two of the largest tree trimming firms in Houston. Sold mulch products to their landscaping divisions.
• Completed a six month pilot project with Kroger Company, the second largest grocery chain in Houston, collecting and composting over 1500 cubic yards of source-separated food waste from their produce departments.
Tenneco Energy 1990 -1997
Environmental Scientist, Senior Environmental Scientist, Staff Environmental Scientist - Houston, Texas
Senior member of the corporate environmental staff for a $4 Billion global energy company. Managed the hazardous waste, water quality, and pollution prevention programs in 15 states encompassing more than 50 natural gas transmission facilities.
• Chairman of the Tenneco Information Exchange Committee consisting of environmental professionals representing 7 Tenneco subsidiaries formed to reduce the cost and liabilities associated with waste transportation and disposal. The committee was successful in eliminating the use of sites with a high risk for failure, developing a systematic approach for auditing and approving waste management contractors, and consolidating the company’s bargaining power into one preferred service provider, saving $1 Million in the process.
• Developed and coordinated a company-wide Pollution Prevention Program for reducing air emissions, water discharges, and wastes. Over a three year period the program saved the company more than $2 Million. Also received a Special Merit Award from the Mississippi Wildlife Federation for achievements in this program.
• Identified and evaluated mobile technology that cost effectively replaced hexavalent chrome with a less toxic sodium molybdate-based compound used as a corrosion inhibitor in natural gas compressor jacket water cooling systems. The $1 Million project was presented to and approved by executive management and successfully phased in over a three year period at over 30 facilities.
• Created the pollution prevention module of the Tenneco Environmental Achievement Mission (TEAM) Test, a computer based training and cultural awareness program distributed to all employees.
• Commended and given a monetary award for taking quick and appropriate action in response to a large release of pipeline liquids into the environment.
Browning-Ferris Industries (BFI) 1988 -1990
CERCLA Activities Coordinator - Houston, Texas
Member of the corporate environmental affairs and legal support staff. Responsible for compiling and evaluating historical records associated with the disposal of waste materials at CERCLA (Superfund) sites. Represented BFI at potentially responsible party meetings, and managed numerous site investigation and remediation projects.
• Organized and directed activities of numerous contract staff to complete comprehensive evaluations of BFI’s potential liability at various Superfund sites. Completed more than 20 such evaluations and prepared the written responses to the EPA and state requests for information pursuant to Section 104(e) of CERCLA or equivalent state statutes.
• Recognized by the EPA for a consistent record of exemplary performance while overseeing various remedial measures, including sampling of residential water wells, site groundwater monitoring wells, and maintenance of a leachate collection system over a two year period.
• Successful in researching and providing the EPA with adequate evidence to have BFI deleted from the potentially responsible party list at three Superfund sites, and therefore released from any future liability.
• Managed the development of numerous remedial investigation work plans and was successful in gaining the rapport needed to get the regulatory agencies involved to proceed with the investigations pursuant to the plans.
Planning Research Corporation (PRC) 1987 -1988
Geologist – Chicago, Illinois
Contract consultant for various EPA Regions in PRC’s Industrial and Hazardous Waste Group.
• Performed remedial action oversight and investigative field work at five facilities in Ohio, Nebraska, and Pennsylvania. Installed over 75 groundwater monitoring wells, collected surface water, soil, and groundwater samples, and summarized findings in written reports and presentations to the EPA primary contacts.
• Conducted various types of field inspections to assess compliance with standards governing management of hazardous waste. Performed multiple assignments to assist the EPA in identifying potentially responsible parties at Superfund sites.
TRAINING EDUCATION
Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) B.S. 1984 – Earth Science
OSHA Health and Safety Training Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville, IL
Posted May 17, 2009
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RUSSELL MIDILI
2909 S. Lyle
Kennewick, WA. 99337
(509) 585-1133 Home
(509) 438-1650 Cell
midilir@hotmail.com
SUMMARY
Professional background includes progressive responsibilities in administrative, operations, safety, quality, manufacturing, and personnel management positions.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES
URS - Washington Division, Hermiston, OR. 2002-Present
Safety Specialist / Process Supervisor / Acting Area Supervisor
• Responsible for performing professional safety and health assessments and inspections to eliminate or control physical conditions, operating practices or other factors that pose unnecessary risks to personnel health and safety in support of a approximately 150 employees.
• Direct supervision of up to 25 employees responsible for the safe day-to-day disposal of stockpiled chemical munitions (GB, VX, and HD) through incineration.
• Supervised the handling, mixing, and disposal of industrial chemicals to include but not limited to: Sodium Hydroxide, Monochlorobenzene, Ethylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Ti02, Hexachloroethane, Perchloroethylene, Tetrachloroethylene, Titanium Oxide, and Heavy Metals.
• Facilitator/Instructor for Hazard Recognition and Supervisor Safety Awareness training.
• OHST Certified, Certified Safety Trained Supervisor, and Certified Waste Management Qualified Supervisor.
Kaiser Aluminum and Chemical Corporation, Mead, WA. 1987-2001
Operations Facilitator / Acting Assistant Superintendent
• Responsible for formulating, implementing, and the execution of a definitive Accident Prevention Program in the fields of primary metals safety, industrial safety, industrial hygiene, safety engineering, safety training, safety inspections, and accident investigations. Also responsible for production improvements, equipment re-engineering, product/project management, quality control, price negotiations/purchasing, and housekeeping.
• Supervised the investigation of accidents including occupational injuries and property damage, identifying the causes, trends, and recommended corrective actions.
• Responsible for identifying priorities and approving any operating mode changes that may affect safety, environmental, and production.
• Direct supervision of up to 40 employees (union shop) and 65 employees (labor dispute) focused on the safe, efficient, production of aluminum.
• Instrumental in improving operations current efficiency from 92.5% to 94.3%, establishing a new plant record. Managed increased performance percentages in electrode adjustment (96.2%), reduction cell environmental shielding (96.5%), housekeeping (94.2%), and meeting attendance (94.7%).
• Instrumental in several operating line start-up operations to include but not limited to the “blasting” of aluminum reduction cells through the introduction of high electrical output.
• Chairman for the Department Safety Committee.
• Industry Consultant for improved management process and procedures.
Military – US ARMY 1979-1987
Instructor / Soldier
• CPR, First Aid, Safety, and weapons use/maintenance of all equipment associated with Anti-Tank Infantry.
• Track Commander/Operator/Gunner for heavy tracked vehicles and jeep.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Kaplan EduNeering Learning Solutions Program - Access to Employee Exposure and Medical Records, Affirmative Action in the Workplace, Age Discrimination, Americans with Disabilities Act, Basics of Business Finance, Building Customer Loyalty, Code of Business Conduct, Diversity in the Workplace, Doing the Right Thing, DOT – Hazardous Material Training, EPA Inspections, Estimating and Government Contracting I-II, FDA Inspections, FMLA, Fair Labor Standards Act, GxP’s, Hazardous Waste Disposal, Hazardous Waste Determination, Hazardous Waste Drum Management, Hazardous Waste Manifest, High Purity Water Systems, Internal Environmental Audits, Principles of Auditing, Principles of Sterilization, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Self Motivation, Substance Abuse and Prevention Program, and Toxic Substance Control Act.
• Leadership - Active Listening Skills, Casual Factors, Conflict Resolution, Constructability I-IV, Development and Alignment of Project Objectives, Drugs and Alcohol in the Workplace, Facilitative and Situational Leadership, Fitness for Work, Hiring and Firing, Improving Productivity, Investigating Employee Claims, Investment in Excellence, Kaiser Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement Exercises, Leadership Essentials I-II, Leadership Training (Teams), Lean Manufacturing, Making Meetings Work I-II, Managing Job Stress, Managing Project Risk, Managing Transition to Teams, Managing Conflict, Managing Employee Concerns, Meetings 101, One-on-One Training, Overcoming Negativity in the Workplace, Personal Leadership Power, Primary Leadership Development Course, Principles of Project Management I-II, Quality Management Refresher, Root Cause Analysis, Seven Principles of Influence, Seven Step Problem Solving, Sexual Harassment, Six Sigma, Smart Goal Setting, Strategic Listening, Team Building, Violence in the Workplace, and Working Together I-II.
• Safety – ASSE member, Authorized OSHA Instructor, OSHA 501, OSHA 511, OSHA 10-hour, Arc Flash Safety, Asbestos Awareness, Basic Radiation Awareness, Benzene, Bloodborne Pathogens, Behavioral Safety Training, Combustible and Flammable Liquids, Compressed Gas, Confined Space, DOT Hazardous Materials Training, Electrical Safety, Employee Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Elevated Work-Fall Protection, Ergonomics, Excavations, Forklift Safety, Formaldehyde, Glutaraldehyde, Hazard Recognition and Communication, HAZWOPER Awareness, Heat stress, Hoisting and Rigging, Hot Work Permits, Hydrogen Sulfide, Incident and Casual Factors, Infection Prevention and Control, Laboratory Safety, Lockout/Tagout, MSDS, Office Safety, PPE Assessment, Petroleum Products: Safe Handling and Storage, Process Gauge Radiation, Respiratory Protection, Risk Management Program, Safety Planning and Management, Safety Processes, Scaffold Safety, Task Cycles, Tool Safety, TMX-412 Air monitoring, Tuberculosis: Exposure, Prevention, and Control, VPP, Process Safety Management Series: Compliance Audits, Contractors, Incident Investigation, Management of Change, Mechanical Integrity, Operating Procedures, Overview, Pre-Startup Safety Review, Process Safety Information, Process Hazard Analysis, Training, and Risk Management Series: Accident History, Determining Applicability, Implementation and Communication, and Management Systems.
• Industry - Basics of Industrial Technology - Fundamentals of Process Control Theory Module 1-II, Certified Evaluator/Controller, Certified Method 9 Opacity Reader/Observer, Hazardous Waste Qualified Supervisor, ISO 9000/9001 Certified Quality Management System, P&ID, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and working knowledge of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act.
• Demilitarization Industry - Basic UMCDF, BRA/RHA, CHB/UPA, DFS/PAS, LIC/PAS, MPF/PAS, Boom Lift, Crane (monorail & overhead), Forklift Classes 1, 4, 5, Dash 2, Forklift OSHA training, Scissor Lift, DPE, SCBA, HAZMAT, ACAMS monitoring, and Rescue I.
• Plant Utility Certifications - ACS/SDS, BCS/CDS, Air Systems (LSS, Plant, and Instrument), Fuel gas, HVAC Systems, Hydraulic Systems, Process Cooling Systems, Utility Power Systems (PPS, SPS, & UPS), and Water Systems.
• Computer – Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Oracle, Power Point, Word, AS/400 IMMS, TRAC, Q-Pro, and automated time collection systems (Cetac, Galaxy, and Deltek).
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JENNIFER ZIPETO, CSP
610-620-5201
Winter Garden, FL 34787 jzipeto2@gmail.com
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Professional, resourceful, energetic and determined individual with a reputation for a high level of integrity, teamwork and communication skills. Ability to excel in or outside of traditional work environment. Unreserved enthusiasm and motivation to advance successful EHS career based on proven abilities. Strengths include;
• Leadership • Auditing • Communication
• Risk Assessment • Corporate-wide Policy Development • International Regulatory Compliance
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
DENTSPLY INTERNATIONAL INC., York, PA 2001 – 2009
World’s largest manufacturer and distributor of professional dental products. With facilities in 22 nations on six continents, the company distributes in over 120 countries.
Manager, Environmental, Safety and Health Regulatory Compliance (2004 – 2009)
Created, developed and implemented a global EHS program from the ground-up. Developed requirements to retain an EHS Coordinator at all manufacturing, Research & Development, distribution and lab facilities. Reduced risk and liability for Corporation through program development.
• Decreased workers compensation losses by 75% as a result of EHS program implementation.
• Developed Worldwide Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Manual of global policies and procedures with Senior Management endorsement.
• Led International REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and restriction of Chemical substances) Task Force and Global Harmonization System (GHS) implementation team.
• Supported Global Corporate Responsibility Platform project in the evaluation of global sustainability practices and operations.
• Developed web-based auditing program for manufacturing, distribution facilities and EHS related vendors, suppliers, consultants and contractors.
• Indirectly managed 39 EHS Coordinators throughout the globe.
• Performed EHS due diligence activities on all new acquisitions worldwide.
• Participated in up to 14 audits per year, as required, for compliance with EHS regulations.
• Reviewed all lost work time injuries and illnesses for over 9,000 employees worldwide. Provided guidance for mitigating potential issues before they became actual incidents.
• Developed and monitored EHS metrics reporting program, focusing on determined KPIs.
• Provided technical assistance worldwide EHS regulations to approximately 39 manufacturing, lab and distribution facilities and Senior Management.
• Directed facilities with EHS regulatory agency interactions.
• Led Corporate Crisis Management Team.
• Key member and project management of the Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery task force for worldwide operations.
• Teamed with Travelers’ Insurance to provide Industrial Hygiene monitoring at all US facilities.
• Provided guidance concerning EHS issues regarding product development and new technologies.
• Researched and clarified health-related topics from Mad Cow Disease to MRSA.
DENTSPLY INTERNATIONAL INC., continued
• Reviewed all US submissions to EPA or state environmental agencies.
• Worked with key personnel in all major Corporation-wide departments.
Regulatory Affairs Associate, EHS Specialist (2001 – 2004)
• Organized and conducted annual EHS Coordinators Meeting for US facilities.
• Managed the annual awarding of the DENTSPLY International Compliance Improvement Award.
• Developed web-accessible OSHA subject training programs.
• Worked with new acquisitions to incorporate them into the DENTSPLY International Corporate EHS Program.
• Liaison with American Dental Association (ADA) on all EHS issues.
AMERICAN COMPLIANCE SYSTEMS, INC., Norristown, PA 1996 – 2000
Field Service Manager – Account Manager
• Supervised productivity, retention and customer satisfaction for eight Account Managers.
• Facility auditing, program development, training classes, and regulatory compliance support for over 450 companies. Focused on both state and federal regulatory compliance requirements.
INTEGRATED ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS, West Chester, PA 1994 – 1996
Environmental Scientist
• Head Field Technician for bioremediation activities, including soil and groundwater sampling.
• Conducted Phase I environmental site assessments and wrote reports for over 150 clients.
• Completed data quality assurance and quality control.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Studies, Jacksonville University, Jacksonville, Florida
• Designed curriculum, University Major program
• Research Assistant for the Millar Wilson Laboratory for Chemical Research at Jacksonville University
Preliminary courses in Environmental Studies, Rollins College, Winter Park, Florida
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Certified Safety Professional (2009)
Practical Industrial Hygiene, Traveler’s Insurance Lab (2008)
Certificate in Environmental, Health and Safety Law, IAML (2006)
OSHA 511 30-hour General Industry Training (2005)
Certificate in Safety Management, ASSE (2004)
Certified Environmental Compliance Manager, Columbia Southern University (2002)
ASSOCIATIONS
Vice-Chair, Women in Safety Engineering (WISE)
Professional Member, American Society of Safety Engineers
National Fire Protection Association
National Association for Environmental Management
National Safety Council
Auditing Roundtable
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Jim Medeiros
46 Pearl Drive
Vernon, Connecticut 06066
(860) 872-2737
SUMMARY
Experienced, self-motivated Environmental Health & Safety Engineer
with a variety of strong technical skills ranging from O.S.H.A. compliance, Industrial Hygiene, and training.
EXPERIENCE
UTC Power 1998-Present
Environmental Health & Safety Engineer
• Implemented compliance to O.S.H.A.’s Process Safety Regulation.
• Trained over 800 associates in the Process Safety regulation, and specific chemical hazards from the PSM process.
• Prepared and delivered presentations to associates on Oxygen Safety, Hydrogen Safety, Carbon Monoxide Safety.
• Performed numerous Hazard Analyses on test stands, and fuel cells.
• Performed Hazard Operability studies on numerous PSM processes.
• Participated in numerous FMEA & FHRA studies.
• Performed Industrial Hygiene surveys.
Sikorsky Aircraft 1996-1998
Environmental Health & Safety Engineer
• Implemented programs for compliance to UTC management systems.
• Trained associates in Hazardous Waste management.
• Established and trained Teams to communicate safety, perform audits, and incident investigations.
Pratt & Whitney 1990-1995
• Conducted extensive training to associates, supervisors, and managers in a wide range of safety topics such as Ergonomics, Incident Investigation, Lab Safety, and chemical hazards.
• Implemented various preventive injury programs, such as Chemical Safety, Contractor Safety, Dupont’s STOP Program, and Back Power Program, which helped to reduce injuries 50% in one year.
• Surpassed set goals for Incidence and Severity rates in assigned organization.
• Performed industrial hygiene surveys on many hazardous chemicals.
Senior Development Process Engineer 1984-1990
• Developed and implemented processes for composite aircraft engine parts.
Materials Engineer (Polymer Chemistry) 1978-1984
• Evaluated new materials such as silicone rubbers, and low/high temperature adhesives for aircraft engine applications.
EDUCATION/TRAINING
• University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, Massachusetts; BS Degree in Chemistry.
• Graduate courses in Organic and Polymer Chemistry.
• Radiation Specialist Certificate.
• Ergonomics Specialist Certificate.
• Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response trained.
• D.O.T. trained.
• Industrial Hygiene Specialist Certificate.
• R.C.R.A. trained.
• Process Safety Certified.
• Trained in various Process Hazard Analysis, i.e. Hazard Analysis, Hazard Operability, FMEA.
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Dean A. Whiton
awhiton@comcast.net
2420 Galley Way, Stockton, CA
209.298.0057
SUMMARY
Over 20 years experience proven strength administering safety and environmental controls with emphasis upon subcontractor exposures. Effective reductions in incident rates emphasizing innovative techniques & supervisory responsibility.
SELECT RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Pioneered the introduction of Behavior Based Safety to employer 2009
Saved $1,000,000 in WC losses using innovative strategies 2008
Preserved capitol returning employer to bid list with Chevron 2008
Introduced Indirect Cost Analysis and Accountability program to employer 2008
Constructed state-of-the art supervisor’s safety toolbox 2008
Completed Tran-Canada D.O.T. work achieving zero incidents 2007
Salvaged failed Natural Gas Project in Southern California 2007
RECOGNITION
Recipient, Scott Paper Corporation, Project of Honor award.
Recipient, Construction Industry Institute (CII) Construction Excellence
Recipient, Advanced Silicon Materials Incorporated Zero Injury award
National Safety Council/AGC Construction Safety Excellence award
State of Montana First Focused Inspection Award
Amoco 2 Million Man-hours Project Award no lost time injuries
TECHNICAL
Educated by corporate Safety & Industrial Hygiene Professionals within Fortune 500 Companies.
20 years experience & success in safety & health administration relevant to 500 Million or larger construction projects.
Extensive managerial skills relevant to the heavy civil, oil and gas industries, including pulp & paper, chemical, pipelines, terminals and refineries.
Strong experience administrating D.O.T drug testing, Workmen’s Compensation and return to work programs within open shop and union environments.
NCCER OQ Proctor and Veriforce Performance Evaluator, adept at providing Operator Qualification training.
Valuable experience administrating (TWIC) Transportation Workers Identification and Railsafe Credentials.
Experienced designer of site specific safety planning.
Consulting experience to AT&T regarding all underground fiber optic cable installation Oregon & Washington States.
Safety Consultant to City of Portland, Oregon regarding new storm water, sewer and water mains reconstruction.
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Regional Safety Manager Rockford Corporation Portland, OR
Safety Manager Snelson Company Sedro Woolley, WA
Safety Manager, Rust/Raytheon Birmingham, AL
Regional Safety Manager, Foster Wheeler USA Perryville, NJ
Safety Manager Power Field Engineer Haley, ID
EDUCATION
Construction Management Certificate, Construction Industry Institute (CII)
EMT
Hazmat Operations
TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS
Hazardous Materials Transportation certificate (Lions Technology)
Numerous ASSE Certifications
OSHA 500 Certification
OSHA 10 Hour trainer
Traffic Control Supervisor Certification (California)
ACI Certification
Hazwoper 40 hour
Certified Crane Inspector
Certified Master Rigger
DOT Drug and Alcohol Supervisor
Sexual Harassment and Violence in the Workplace training
A.G.C. Committee Board Member
Additional qualifications and professional references available upon request.
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Mark W. Salih
415 Whippoorwill Lane
Phone (903) 293-6458 (home)
Wake Village, TX 75501
Fax (903) 831-6614 X5152 (work)
E-mail markarab@cableone.net
Alcoa Mill Products, Inc
2008 to Present
EHS Manager
• Same as below but one environmental engineer added to responsibilities.
Alcoa Mill Products, Inc
1999-2007
Health and Safety Superintendent
Same as below
Alumax Mill Products, Inc
1992-1999
Safety/Hygiene Engineer
• Industrial Safety and Health
• Security (8 employees)
• Employee Relations
• Emergency Response Team Coordinator
• Workers Compensation Coordinator
• Assisting Industrial Relations (employee issues & policies)
• Industrial Hygienist
• Joint Safety Committee chair
Lone Star Army Ammunition Plant
1988-1992
Safety and Health Manager
Responsibilities:
• Industrial Safety and Health
• Plant Hospital Services
• Industrial Photography
• Managing 11 employees
• Hospital Manager
• Assisting with Industrial Relations (last two years)
Lone Star Army Ammunition Plant
1986-1988
Hazard Control Engineering Supervisor
Responsibilities:
• Supervision of five engineer employees
• Implementation of Army Regulation AMCCOMR 385-1
• Setting-up Data Base Tracking Systems
• Union Safety Committee, Company representative
Alumax Mill Products, Inc
1985-1986
Safety, Health Security Supervisor
Responsibilities:
• Industrial Safety and Health
• Security (8 employees)
• Fire Protection
• Workers Compensation
Lone Star Steel Co
1984-1985
Industrial Hygienist
Responsibilities:
• Industrial Hygiene Program (2000 employees)
• Radiation Safety
• Testing, Noise-Dusts-Mists-Fumes-Gases-Ventilation
• Union Safety Concerns Coordinator
• Assisting Legal Department on all safety related legal matters
Lone Star Steel Co.
1982-1984
Safety Engineer
Responsibilities:
• Primary Division Safety
• Rolling Mill Safety
• Fault Tree Safety Analysis
• Safety Training Analysis
• Safety Training
• MSHA Safety Engineer
Education University of Texas, Tyler
BS Degree in Safety Technology
Glendale University
MS Degree in EHS December 2008
Additional Professional Past President (American Society of Safety Engineers 1984-85)
Activities
Past President Sigma Tua Epsilon
Community Activities Volunteer – City of Wake Village
Deacon – FBC Wake Village
TISD Volunteer
Easter Seals
Randy Sams’ Shelter
Red Cross – Disaster Relief
Accreditation Certified Explosive Safety Engineer (expired certification)
Certified Safety Professional #9445
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Neal R. Conrey
nconrey@Hotmail.com
(575) 430-8059
OBJECTIVE
Seeking continued career growth in Safety Training, Administration or Program Implementation to benefit from 27 years of safety training and regulatory compliance experience in the Petrochemical, Industrial Maintenance or Construction industries.
EXPERIENCE
Commercial Projects Safety Director
Oil Drilling & Exploration Safety Consultant
Highways & Bridges Safety Inspector
Paper Mills Personnel Manager
Pipeline projects Contracts Coordinator
Power Generation Project Medic
Refineries Sales
Shipping & Maritime Training Manager
WORK HISTORY
FISHBONE SOLUTIONS
3/07 - present
Safety consultant to El Paso Corporation in New Mexico; Responsible for safety inspections and audits of 14 contractors including: drilling, work-over, completion, compressors, pipe line, heavy equipment, high voltage electrical and production related activities. Compliance functions include: OSHA, MSHA, DOT, CWA, CAA, NMOGC, NMED, COOGCC, CDPHE, USACOE and Vermejo Park Ranch.
ASSOCIATED SAFETY TRAINERS
5/00 - 3/07
Safety consultant: for training, audits, inspections, site management, loss prevention and contract safety compliance for Texas and New Mexico clients.
HONEYWELL
10/95 to 5/00
Safety, Health and Environmental Compliance: training, audits, program administration and management of 11 subcontractors and company personnel during plant automation processes; involved Electrical, Instrumentation, Structural, Civil, Mechanical and Computer Assisted Design technologies.
Arthur Brothers Construction Company - Safety Director
10/91 – 10/95
Safety and environmental program development for contract operations: industrial construction & maintenance. Experience highlighted by a reduction in EMR and OSHA incident Rates. The company received 13 awards in 1994 including the local & National CISE awards. Additional duties and responsibilities: personnel and insurance management.
Harmony Construction Corporation - Safety Supervisor
1991
policy implementation, safety inspections, training and supervision for 350 employees during consecutive refinery expansions and turnarounds; Completed 157,000 man-hours without a recordable incident.
B.E.&K. Construction Company - Safety Inspector
3/88 – 6/91
safety inspection and medical services for paper-mill construction, expansion and outages; included boilers and power generation; began as Medical Technician on first project and advanced through the company’s levels of proficiency to a Site Safety Inspector.
Marathon Oil Company - Safety Engineer
5/85 – 2/88
Regulatory compliance, rig and production inspections, emergency medical services, safety equipment and systems maintenance for offshore drilling, exploration and production operations; regulatory compliance included OSHA, Minerals Management Services and U.S. Coast Guard.
MILITARY SERVICE
U.S. Coast Guard - Hospital Corpsman
3/74 – 7/79
Primary functions included Maritime inspections, training, Search and Rescue.
EDUCATION
Del Mar University, Corpus Christi, TX
Fire Sciences and Industrial Technologies
McNeese State University, Lake Charles, LA
Continued education in Petroleum Engineering
Houston International University, Houston, TX
Health Administration
University of Texas Petroleum Extension Service.
Oil Drilling and Blow-out Prevention Technology
CERTIFICATIONS
APPROVED PROFESSIONAL SAFETY SOURCE (#1598), Texas Workers Compensation Commission
ASSOCIATE SAFETY PROFESSIONAL (#A1032), Board of Certified Safety Professionals
CERTIFIED SAFETY MANAGER (#1139), World Safety Organization
Accident Investigation Procedures, Liberty Mutual Insurance Co.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support, American Heart Association
Advanced OSHA Compliance, E.L.B. and Associates
Behavioral Modification Program Facilitator, Behavioral Sciences Technologies
Blow-Out Prevention Instructor, U.S. Geological Survey
B.L.S. Instructor, American Heart Association
Breathing Air Instructor, Scott
Certified HAZWOPER Instructor, Discovery Environmental
Commercial Driver (with all endorsements), Texas
Confined Space Entry, Texas A&M Extension Services
C.P.R./ First-Aid Instructor, American Red Cross
Crane Safety Inspections and Certifications, T.E.E.X.
Driving Safety Instructor, Liberty Mutual Insurance Co.
Electrical Safety Practices OSHA Compliance, T.E.E.X.
Equipment Operator, Offshore Crane Services
Excavation Safety Instructor, Texas A&M Extension Services
Hazard Communications Instructor, International HazMat, Inc.
Hazardous Waste Operations (24 hour), Discovery Environmental, Inc.
Hydrogen Sulfide Safety Instructor, A.S.S.E.
Industrial Fire Fighting, U.S. Coast Guard & New Orleans Parish Fire Dept.
ISO 9000, Honeywell
Lead Protection & Abatement, S.S.P.C.
Loss Prevention & Control Management under Texas Worker's Comp.
Marine Safety & Vessel Inspection, Dept. of Transportation
Medical/Surgical Technician, U.S.Coast Guard
Mine Safety & Health Instructor Certification, M.S.H.A.
National Emergency Medical Technician, National Registry
Offshore Survival Technologies, University of Southern La.
OSHA Industrial Hygiene Compliance (521), Dept. of Labor
OSHA Safety Instructor (500 & 501), Department of Labor
Paramedic, Texas Dept. of Health
Respiratory Protection Instructor, 3M Company
Respiratory Equipment Inspection & Maintenance, Scott
Root Cause Analysis, DOW Chemical Company
Worker’s Comp. Case Management, Texas Wokers Compensation Commission
AFFILIATIONS
American Red Cross (Instructor and Volunteer)
American Society of Safety Engineers
Associated Safety Trainers
Local Emergency Planning Committee
National Safety Council
Texas Safety Association
Who's Who listing of International Business
World Safety Organization
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James R. Smith, CSP, CIH
562/505-0529
jsmithyt40@yahoo.com
PROFILE Approximately 16 years of HS&E experience with interests in the following areas:
• Safety Program Development and Training • 5 S/Six Sigma Projects
• Field Inspections • IH Assessments
• Employee Directed Safety Participation Programs • Air Permitting and Waste Management
EDUCATION
• Occupational Safety, University of California at Irvine, Extension, 1996
• MS, Public Health-Environmental Science and Toxicology, San Diego State University, 1991
• BA, Biology, University of California at San Diego, 1984
• Completed courses in Safety Management, Media Communication, VPP and Spanish
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), 8309, American Board of Industrial Hygiene, 2002
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), 14589, Board of Certified Safety Professionals, 1996
AFFILIATIONS
• American Industrial Hygiene Association
• American Society of Safety Engineers
TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS
• 40 hr HAZWOPER and annual refresher training, October 2008
• Industrial Truck Train the Trainer, OSHA Training Institute, September 2007
• DOT Hazardous Material Transportation Training, 49 CFR, August 2007
• RCRA Hazardous Waste, 40 CFR, August 2007
• Green Belt Lean Six Sigma, The George Group, March 2007
• Fire Prevention and Protection, Harkins Consulting Group, February 2007
• PHA in What-if and HAZOP, ENSR Corporation, January 2007
• PSM, American Institute of Chemical Engineers, June 2000
RELEVANT EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
• Senior H&S Engineer, Big West of California Refinery, Bakersfield, CA, 9/08 to 2/09, company filed Ch. 11
• HS&E Engineer, Engineered Polymer Solutions and Valspar Composites, two chemical process locations, both affiliated with Valspar Corporation, Los Angeles, CA 1/06 to 9/08
• HSS&E Manager, ICI Paints and Zynolyte Products, two chemical process locations both affiliated with Imperial Chemical Industries (ICI), Los Angeles, CA, 9/98 to 10/05
• West District H&S Manager, Fluor Daniel GTI, environmental consulting projects, Irvine, CA 12/96 to 6/98
• H&S Specialist, Professional Service Industries, HS&E consulting projects, Long Beach, CA 6/92 to 12/96
EMPLOYMENT AWARDS
• Obtained the President’s Award for outstanding HS&E performance at Engineered Polymer Solutions
• Contractors (>200) without an OSHA recordable, 9-month construction project at ICI Paints
• Employee of Month at Zynolyte Products
• Workforce (>100) accomplished 365 days without a lost workday at Fluor Daniel GTI
SKILLS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook
• Passionate in interacting with employees during their work activities in implementing hazard controls
• Implement sustainable programs while considering cost saving solutions through employee involvement
• Enjoy conducting frequent field inspections as well as recognizing employees in compliance
• Action orientated with the ability to execute effective HS&E programs
• Utilize proven negotiating skills to complete tasks in diverse cultural manufacturing environments
• Ensure employees, supervisors and managers are well informed of HS&E procedures and schedules
• Prioritize tasks and ensure corrective actions and agency reports are completed on time
• Interface with regulatory inspectors as well as eliminate or reduce potential violations
• Manage a variety of environmental permit programs
• Familiar with the CA/EPA-DTSC, Fire Department/CUPA, LACSD, CA-OSHA and the SCAQMD regulations including DTSC fact sheets and Fed-OSHA interpretations
• Familiar with a variety of chemical hazards and determination of usage or usage with controls
• Develop a CA-OSHA VPP Gap Assessment
• Manage comprehensive HS&E management systems
• Participate in HS&E management system audits at other company sites
• Participate in 5S and Six Sigma projects
• Facilitate a variety of incident investigations and root cause analyses
• Establish and instruct effective HS&E training programs
GOALS
• Zero HS&E incidents
• Implement daily stretching exercises and safety huddles
• Participate in achieving CA-OSHA VPP company recognition
EXPIERENCE SAFETY
• Develop and implement employee safety orientation programs
• Evaluate contractor safety questionnaires/programs for site construction or maintenance projects
• Provide proactive safety solutions for supervisors to continuously engage with their employees
• Assist operators and maintenance in evaluating potential industrial hazards
• Interact with employees in developing JSA posters with pictorial illustrations
• Prepare, annually update and train on the following programs: Confined space, emergency response, ergonomics, fall protection , hazard communication , IIPP, industrial truck safety, LOTO/PB, PSM elements-including hot work and PPE
• Complete routine inspections of confined spaces, LOTO/PB and hot work permits
• Facilitate injury, spill and fire investigations utilizing Tap Root and 5 Why procedures as well as track corrective actions
• Track injury and fire trends at similar operating facilities using Pareto Charts
• Lead fire and other emergency response drills involving the Fire Department
• Unfortunately been involved in an actual emergency response following a storage tank explosion as well as participated in the LA Fire Department investigation and program audit
• Prepare codes of safe practices and effective incentive programs
• Prepare safety tail-gate/huddle topics
• Prepare monthly topics and minutes for safety committee meetings
• Lead the Dupont’s STOP, ergonomics, hand safety, LOTO, JSA and ER teams
• Manage 14 PSM program elements
• Complete what if and hazard-operability studies on new and existing production equipment
• Assess potential hazards utilizing MOC and PSSR techniques when modifying existing production equipment and changing chemical formulations
• Complete monthly emergency equipment calibrations and inspections
• Conduct ergonomic assessments on computer users, equipment operators and manual handlers
• Evaluate PPE considering employee requests as well as chemical and physical hazards
• Revise CA-OSHA permits for pressurized tanks and paint propellant injection systems
• Utilize Five S and Six Sigma evaluation strategies
SECURITY
• Establish security procedures considering tenant coordination
• Supervise guards on security procedures
• Participate in facility security inspections and track corrective actions to completion
HEALTH
• Collect personal and area air samples for toxic chemicals following OSHA and NIOSH methods
• Evaluate proposed usage of chemicals and prepare supervisor hazard awareness summaries
• Conduct personal and area noise exposure monitoring and implement methods of abatement
• Prepare and train on hearing conservation programs
• Develop respiratory protection programs including training and fit testing
• Prepare blood borne pathogen programs as well as train first aid employees
• Prepare chemical hygiene plans for laboratories
• Prepare health risk assessments for subsurface hydrocarbon releases
• Prepare health and safety plans for environmental remediation projects
• Point contact for medical surveillance
• Meet with occupational medical providers to foster company return-to-work policy
ENVIRONMENT
• Lead table top emergency spill scenarios with ER teams
• Develop and present the 40-hour HAZWOPER and 8-hour refresher courses
• Manage an environmental consulting training program, including scheduling and proposals
• Establish minimization programs for hazardous and non-hazardous wastes
• Project manager of soil and water VOC remediation projects
• Complete SB-14 hazardous waste minimization performance reports
• Audit hazardous waste profiles as well as inspect storage and disposal manifests
• Complete PBR applications and annual hazardous waste treatment reports
• Prepare site-specific storm water pollution prevention plans and annual reports
• Complete quarterly self-monitoring and annual surcharge waste water reports
• Collect storm water samples and inspect waste water discharge sumps
• Prepare and present storm water and waste water training courses
• Update annual Hazardous Material Business Plans
• Complete annual toxic release inventory reports (SARA 313)
• Track air permit condition compliance and assist in preparing annual emissions reports
• Assist consultants and the SCAQMD in obtaining 16 facility equipment air permits for Title 5
• Assist in an air dispersion research study sponsored by the SCAQMD
Posted May 17, 2009
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KEITH DAVID SWARTZ
Land line no. : 001-775-747-7510
Mobile no. : 001-775-247-7129
Email : swartz.ruby@sbcglobal.com
swartz_keith@yahoo.com
CONTACT ADDRESS 1448 Mount Grant Drive
Reno, Nevada 89523-2320 U.S.A.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Consolidated Contractors International Company
P.O. Box 22056
Ras Laffan Industrial City
Doha, Qatar
HSE Manager
June 2008 to December 2008
Health, environmental and Safety Manager for two LNG 7.8 mm tons per year in QatarGas. Trains are for QCS (QatarGas, Conco-Phillips and Shell)
Conduct daily interface with CTJV EPC Contract on Safety, Health and Environmental issues
HSE Department consists of Safety, Training, Environmental and Medical sections (Total of 143 personnel)
Work force 11,500 employees from 48 countries and speaking 32 languages
RasGas Company LTD.
P.O. Box 24200 Doha, Qatar
RGX 2 Project
June 2006 to March 2008
HSE Coordinator
RasLaffan, Qatar
HSE Coordinator for RasGas Expansion Project II, which consist of Trains 6 & 7, AKG II, Utilities, Tanks and Marine Loading Facility. Coordinated construction safety activities between EPC contractor, RasGas Operations and Ras Laffan Industrial City. Advised PMT (Project Management Team) on various requirements of RLI, RG and Qatari Labor Law. Project has peak manpower of 22,000 workers from 54 countries.
Ensured that EPC contractor policies and procedures were in compliance with RasGas Environmental, Health, and Safety standard for contractors. Conducted audits of EPC contractor and their sub contractors.
Conducted daily surveys of the projects and interfaced with work force on Environmental, Health and Safety issues.
HSE Coordinator
Toa Corporation,
4F Science Plaza, 5-3, Yonbacho Chiyodaku ,Tokyo Japan.
December 2003 to June 2006
HSE and Training Manager, Sakhalin Russia
HSE and Training manager for Toa Corporation on the Sakhalin II LNG project. Establish and manage a health, safety, environmental and training program for Toa Corporation, a civil and marine contractor.
Interface with EPC contractor CTSD (Chiyoda, Toyo Sakhalin Development) and the client (Shell).
Conduct training in accordance with Shell requirements. Interface with local Russian authorities. Brief project director on Toa's progress, as this is the first project that Toa has undertaken for international oil company.
Snamprogetti, SPA. Via de Gasperi 16, San Donato, Milan 20097 Italy
March 1996 to November 2003
EHS & Security Manager Ras Laffan, Qatar Snamprogetti P.O. 6893, Doha, Qatar
April 2001 to November 2003.
Establish the Environmental, Health, Safety and Security plan for the Ras Laffan Onshore LNG expansion project for the joint venture of Chiyoda, Mitsui and Snamprogetti (CMS).
Conduct interface with the Client (Exxon Mobile), local Police, Ras Laffan Industrial City and Port Authority on an as needed basis.
Department was comprised of a Training supervisor, Security supervisor, Environmental supervisor, Nurse Supervisor and a Safety supervisor along with their supporting staff.
Duties included weekly and monthly meeting with Client and sub-Contractors advising CMS management on relevant local regulations along U.S. OSHA and U.S. EPA regulations pertaining to the ongoing construction activities.
Supervised training of all employees from new hire orientation to advanced training of supervisors.
Conducted formal weekly and monthly documented site inspections.
Establish and supervises Safety incentive award program for the workforce.
Workforce is currently 9000 employees.
EHS MANAGER Mesaieed/Dukhan, Qatar Snamprogetti P.O. Box 6893, Doha, Qatar.
February 2000 to April 2001
Establish and coordinate Health, Safety, Security and Environmental program for the Mesaieed/Dukhan NGL-4 projects. This project consisted of grass root NGL-4 plant, 100 kilometers 14â€ù gas pipeline, expansion of the Arab D gas plant and tie-in to existing plants and utilities.
Duties included new hire orientation, in house training, safety audits, writes procedures, advising management on U.S. Safety Standard and interfacing daily with client (Philip 66 Petroleum Co.).
Workforce included joint venture partner Hyundai and five main sub-contractors with peak manpower of 5350 employees.
Safety Manager, Asab, The United Arab Emirates Snamprogetti, P.O. Box 2580 Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.
January 1998 - February 2000
Establish and manage Health, Safety, Security and Environmental program for grass roots Gas Development Project and pipeline.
Duties included interface between client, sub-contractors, local agencies, training, new hire orientation, safety audits, monitoring and evaluating sub-contractors safety programs and performance to ADNOC standards.
Gas Development project work force consisted of four main sub-contractors with a total of work force of 2900 men.
Safety Manager, Al Shuaiba, Kuwait Snamprogetti, P.O. Box 65454, Kuwait.
March 1996 - January 1998
Establish and manage Health, Security and Safety program for Snamprogetti on the Equate project, Snamprogetti portion was to construct grass roots 450,000 MT Polyethylene Plant.
Duties included interface between client (Union Carbide), sub-contractors, local agencies, and training, new hire orientation, safety audits, monitoring and evaluating sub-contractors safety programs.
Additional duties included pass process and other security duties; also provide medical first aid as required and inspection of all equipment for site work.
Polyethylene plant work force consisted of six main sub-contractors, ninety-seven sub-tier contractors with a total work force of 3500 employees from 43 countries.
Safety Co-ordinator, Saudi Arabia, Brown & Root Petrochemical Division, P.O. Box 3, Houston, TX 77020.
April 1995 - March 1996
Co-ordinator loss prevention program for major seventeen sub-contractors for expansion projects of Saudi Petrochemical Plant (SADAF) in Jubail, Saudi Arabia.
Duties included interface between client (Shell Petrochemicals) and sub-contractors, training new hire orientation, safety audits, monitoring and evaluating sub-contractors safety programs. Additional duties were providing first aid and the inspection of equipment for access stickers to restricted areas. Work consisted of expanding Ethylene plant, Ethylbenzene/Styrene monomer plant, chlorine Alkali & Ethylene Dichloride and construction of new grass root Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE).
Safety Manager, Somalia - Brown & Root Services Corporation, P.O. Box 3, Houston TX 77020
January 1994 - November 1994
Managed loss prevention program in Somalia with assignment at Project Management Headquarters in Mogadishu, Somalia under contract to provide services with the United States Army and United Nations.
Contract was to provide support services and construction services to the U.S. Army and later to the U.N.. Program included managing and upgrading the Mogadishu International Airport which include fuel storage and distribution, fire prevention and fire services, control tower and the construction up grade of a partially completed passenger terminal to meet U.N. standards, this also include the baggage handling facilities.
Other infrastructure work was runway improvement security fence and lighting.
Construction of warehouses, food distribution, providing potable water and general maintenance services for U.N. camps through Somalia.
Throughout the period, conducted new hire orientation, training, monitored weekly safety meetings. Conducted investigations of safety, vehicle incidents, industrial accidents, thefts, worker illnesses and prepared formal reports.
Safety Supervisor - Kuwait Foster Wheeler Corporation, Clinton, New Jersey.
May 1992 - October 1993
Safety Supervisor for Shuaiba Refinery Rebuild Program. Duties included security, medical and safety programs. Established a safety program for a war damaged refinery-rebuilding program with interface with the Kuwait National Petroleum Company Loss Prevention Department. Assisted in updating of new procedures, conduct safety audits, orientation of employees, maintained records and logs, processed security passes and established site safety policies for sub-contractors. Interfaced with local hospital and assisted their staff with health and medical needs. Provided advice to the Project Manager in matters of local Health, Safety and Labor Laws.
Safety Manager, Kuwait-Brown & Root International, P.O. Box 3, Houston, Texas 77020
September 1991 - May 1992
Safety Manager for Brown & Root's Kuwait emergency rebuilds projects. Projects included hospitals, schools, radio and television stations, military facilities, government buildings and Kuwait International Airport under the U.S. Corp of Engineers. Airport work included complete rebuild of airport from fuel storage tanks, fuel distribution, control tower refurbishment with new electronics and radar, baggage handling conveyors, and screening system (x-ray) complete rework of passenger terminal which had been gutted by fire, and installation of supporting utilities all while in operation. Additionally, some runway and parking apron repair was completed.
Interface with U.S. Corp of Engineers, local police, airport authority, custom and immigration. Do new hire orientation, attend meetings, investigate incidents and advise management on EHS issues.
Safety Manager, Eagleton, Saudi Arabia Ltd., P.O. Box 4639 Dammam, Saudi Arabia 31421.
May 1990 - July 1991
Safety Manager for Aramco Northern Area Projects design and construction for oil and gas projects. Duties included both on and off shore responsibilities for loss prevention, safety and health protection programs for 16 construction projects. Advised and developed safety policies and recommendations for Department Managers and Staff Engineers to minimize and prevent loss time. Supervised 3 Division Safety Co-ordinators and 1 Department Training Specialist. Conducted training, audits and health inspections on a BI-weekly schedule; maintained safety department database records: attention pre-bid and pre-construction meetings with sub-contractors to ensure safety awareness and familiarity with Aramco safety standards, guidelines and reporting requirements. Interfaced with production, commissioning and terminal personnel.
Senior Safety Officer, Brown & Root Gulf E.C., P.O> Box 780 Manama, Bahrain.
September 1989 - May 1990
Senior Safety officer for on/off-shore construction for Brown & Root Middle East Operations. Relieved the Area Safety Manager and on/off shore Safety Officers during periods of leave and rotation.
Duties included industrial and safety training for all aspects of construction. Performed safety audits on fabrication yard, work barges and offshore production facilities.
Developed or modified existing corporate policies to meet project requirements. Managed and controlled all permits work systems to ensure strict compliance. Prepared, submitted and maintained all required reports. Advised project manager and managing director on all aspects of Brown & Root Loss Prevention Program; developed implementing policies.
Safety Security Manager, Lummus Construction Company, Panama, Oklahoma January 1989 - September 1989
Safety and Security Manager for Construction of a Fossil Fuel Power at Panama, Oklahoma,
Developed site policies on hearing conversation, hazard communication, electrical inspection, tag and lock out system, excavation permits, hot work permits, confined space entry and other required site prevention and protection programs.
Developed and administered the site Security Program.
Co-ordinated and advised 12 major sub-contractors and their sub-tier contracts. Conducted weekly site safety audits. Interfaced with local officials, State and Federal OSHA agencies.
Insured compliance with local, state and federal EPA (Environment Protection Agency) requirements. Formed and trained site fire brigade
Membership : American Society of Safety Engineer
OSHA 510 and OSHA 500 (Jan & Feb 2006)
American National Safety Council
Certified as Safety Manager for Onshore &
Offshore (Russia)
Posted May 17, 2008
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