Accomplished Senior Health & Safety Executive eager to contribute exceptional talents in

risk management, compliance and governance toward supporting a dynamic company in achieving goals and objectives.

 

 

Certified Industrial Hygienist with 20+ years of industry experience and success in enhancing revenues through outstanding cost control and developing innovative solutions to minimize health and safety losses. Considerable strengths in site assessments, root cause analysis, OSHA compliance, union/non-union employee relations, and conducting audits. Proven abilities in broad-scope business operations inclusive of sales and marketing, strategic planning, client/vendor relations, product development, and orchestrating process improvements to capture savings and propel revenue growth. Substantial talents in public speaking, training, team-building and leadership. Excel in fostering, nurturing and maintaining cohesive and collaborative relationships across an organization.  

 

Selected Achievements:

 

           Recorded 3.8/100 full-time workers injury rate with no serious incidents, with national average for Keating Building Corporation being 6.3.

           Introduced PowerPoint-LCD projector presentations to significantly improve safety and health training effectiveness specific to Keating s construction job sites.

           Saved 20 lost-time days for Keating and successfully maintained Experience Modification Rating of less than 1.0 by launching early-return-to-work program.

           Maintained serious accident rate of zero (0) for assigned Keating Global Construction sites.

           Slashed client costs for High Safety Consulting by $1.6M through meticulous inspection of 67 homes and identifying 6 which required gutting and 61 needing only sporadic remediation, despite another industrial hygienist having advised gutting all 67.

           Saved millions of dollars for contractor and Housing Authority by analyzing site which was closed due to alleged detection of benzene; discovered minimal (and not benzene-related) contamination and persuaded workers to return and complete project on time.

           Generated as much as 33% of High Safety Consulting sales by creating and promoting marketing concepts such as Safe Air Facility Evaluation (SAFE).

 

 

Keating Building Corporation, Philadelphia, 2007 to Present

Safety & Health Coordinator

            Spearhead health and safety training and compliance for 500 employees at multiple sites.

            As Chair of Safety Committee, direct and participate in daily audits as well as in-depth site assessments to enforce alignment with health and safety policies and procedures.

            Monitor subcontractor enrollment in Owner-Controlled Insurance Program by seamlessly coordinating insurance/certification process with brokers, carriers, and owner/subcontractors.

 

Continued

 

 

 

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Professional Experience continued

 

            Appropriately respond to claims and incident reports with a constant eye on minimizing personnel absences.

            Demonstrate exemplary organizational skills in maintaining up-to-date drug test records for all site employees.

 

Keating / Global Construction, Houston, Texas, 2005 to 2007

Director of Safety

            Provided comprehensive health and safety training and diligently maintained subcontractor insurance certificates, claims, reporting, and initiatives to expedite employees return to work in collaboration with subcontractors.

            Conducted bi-weekly site audits and maintained accurate employee drug test findings including hire, post-accident and probable cause test results.

            Conducted frequent safety meetings to maximize personnel awareness and engagement.

 

High Safety Consulting Services, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, 1998 to 2005

Senior Safety & Health Consultant (Industrial Hygienist)

            Steered wide range of safety and health management activities encompassing product development, marketing, client relations, and sales.

            Effectively resolved client public health issues by performing site assessments, selecting equipment, and devising strategic plans.

            Fostered excellent client relationships and directed efforts of six personnel.

            Quickly gained reputation for swift decision-making skills, team-building capabilities, and multi-tasking abilities.

           Avoided postponement of project at The Pentagon by scrutinizing and improving air flow and ventilation systems.

 

                   

 

Prior Background:

 

Fireman s Fund Insurance Company, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1993 to 1998

 

Liberty Mutual Insurance Group, Albany, New York/Detroit, Michigan, 1986 to 1993

 

 

Ph.D. in Public Health

<insert school, city, state>

 

Master of Science in Environmental Health

Temple University, Philadelphia , Pennsylvania

 

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering

State University of New York (SUNY), Utica, New York

 

Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH #7606)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Date

 

 

 

Hiring Agent Name

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Company Name

Address

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Dear__________________:

 

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity as a Health & Safety Management Executive and am submitting my resume for your review.  In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

In additional to an exceptional academic background and industry credentials, I bring to you an outstanding track record in directing health and safety programs, proficiency in steering regulatory compliance, exemplary talents in conducting in-depth audits and assessments, and superior abilities in personnel leadership and training.  To complement these qualifications, I offer well-developed planning, reporting, prioritization, and communication skills which are essential in health and safety management and industrial hygiene.

 

As a proactive contributor to your organization, you will find me to be a self-motivated professional and stellar leader committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through ingenuity, integrity, and dedication. I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to your company, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Date

 

 

 

Interviewer s Name

Title

Company Name

Address

City/State/Zip Code

 

Dear__________________:

 

It was a pleasure (speaking with you/meeting with you) on [insert date here]. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the time you spent with me, as well as to express my appreciation for the information you offered. I am still very interested in the [insert name of position] position, and I am convinced that it is the right job for me. I feel my background and qualifications prepare me well for the challenges and responsibilities we discussed.

 

The position as you described it to me would combine my strong skills in [insert two skills or qualities here].  This would allow me to make the same valuable contribution to your organization as I ve made to my past employers a win-win proposition for both of us.

 

(Choose one of the two paragraphs below, depending on whether or not you have, or have not yet, interviewed with the person)

 

(I am eager to meet with you in person to further discuss my background and qualifications. Please feel free to contact me at the above phone number so we can continue the discussion we began over the telephone.)

 

(Again, thank you for considering my qualifications. I enjoyed our talk, and am available at any time to provide you with any more information you may need. I look forward to hearing your decision.)

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy