HERBERT LEE BYRD JR., MS, CSP

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wa3fnf@r.postjobfree.com

267-***-****

* Open to relocation

EDUCATION

Master of Science: Environmental Health & Safety Management

Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY

Bachelor of Science: Occupational Safety & Health

Minor: Waste Management

North Carolina A&T State University, Greensboro, NC

PRÉCIS

A keen and motivated Senior EHS Professional with international experience that is committed to global EHS programs that are systemic and sustainable. An effective and progressive leader in all phases of strategic planning, project management and the implementation of HSE programs in North America, Europe and the Far East.

Highly skilled as a hands-on, proactive troubleshooter who can rapidly identify business problems associated with HSE, formulate strategic plans, successfully lead teams to initiate change and implement processes in challenging and diverse environments.

STRENGTHS

• Process Safety Management

o Process Safety Information

o Process Hazard Analysis

o SOP’s

o MOC

o Mechanical Integrity of Equipment

o Process Flow Diagrams

• Incident Investigation (root cause analysis and corrective actions)

• DOT Compliance

• HSE Training

• Developing and Implementing HSE programs (LO/TO, PPE, Hot Work, Confined Space Entry, HAZCOM, BBS)

• Conducting HSE Audits/Assessments

• Achieving VPP, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18000 Certification • Environmental Management Systems

o Title V Reporting

o Tier II Forms

o Form R

o SPCC

o SWPP

o POTW Compliance and Reporting

o NPDES Compliance

• Hazardous Waste Management

• Pollution Prevention

• Phase 1 & 2 Assessments

• Wastewater Treatment Systems

• Industrial Hygiene

• Emergency Response Planning

• Site Remediation

• Air Pollution Control Systems - Evaluation and Permitting

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Barzel Industries Inc. - Morrisville, PA (Company filed for Bankruptcy) 10/08 – 09/09

Manufacturer of structural and pressurized steel pipes, racking systems, heavy equipment attachments, buckets, and metal products.

Director of Environmental, Health & Safety

Responsible for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Health, Safety & Environmental Protection (HSEP) for 21 facilities in the U.S. and Canada. Successfully developed/implemented an integrated, “One Company” HSEP system. This included a defined safety culture and employee involvement at all levels within the organization. Managed a budget of $2.5 million.

• Total Incident Rate decreased by 50% in a 7-month span.

• Managed 10 safety professionals and 2 corporate level environmental professionals.

• 3 sites achieved ISO 14001 certification in a 6-month period.

• Identified and tracked leading and post EHS indicators.

• Ensured compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, regulation and standards involving general safety, fire safety, environmental protection, and industrial hygiene.

• Prepared and issued corporate safety reports and all regulatory statistical analyses and reports (monthly).

• Tracked environmental and safety metrics.

• Managed Phase 1 & 2 Environmental Assessments, RCRA and CERCLA projects

• Ensured timely closure of all HSEP audit findings and corrective action items.

• Engaged in root cause analysis and followed up on appropriate corrective actions.

FMC Corporation - Princeton, NJ (Position relocated to China) 10/06 – 10/08

Holds leading global positions in three chemical markets: Agricultural, Specialty and Industrial.

Global Health & Safety Manager

• Lead global company-wide Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and revalidation.

• Created and implemented global Behavioral Based Safety (BBS) management program.

• Championed the development of a corporate Occupational Health program.

• Managed cross-functional company-wide safety audits.

• Evaluated and recommended appropriate action in new & developing issues in the field of safety, industrial hygiene, ergonomics and loss prevention.

• Participated in Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR) processes - HAZOP, MOC, QRA, HMIS.

• Developed and maintained current, complex safety reports (both statistical and narrative).

Gerdau Ameristeel - Charlotte, NC (100% travel) 04/05 – 10/06

North America’s fourth largest overall steel company and its second largest minimill steel producer.

Atlantic Region Health & Safety Manager

• Responsible for Health and Safety in 9 sites. Included ongoing support and guidance to management and employees.

• Implemented International Safety Rating System (ISRS).

• Performed OSHA & DOT compliance audits.

• Conducted Environmental Aspects and Impacts Audit for 7 production sites.

• Provided safety training at sites within region.

Buckeye Technology - Mt. Holly, NC 08/00 – 04/05

A leader in producing value-added, cellulose-based specialty products for worldwide high-end niche markets.

Environmental Health & Safety Risk Manager

• Reduced the Total Incident Rate by 73% from fiscal years 2000 to 2004.

• Reduced Workers’ Compensation claims by more than 92% in less than 2 years.

• Successfully developed and implemented a “Total Safety Culture” that focused on Behavior Based Safety. Increased employee participation (voluntary) from 54% in 2000 to 95% in 2004.

• Created and implemented a computer-based training program. Participation rate increased from 60% in 2001 to 96% in 2003.

• Prepared and managed Title V SQG, radiation, and wastewater permits.

• Developed LO/TO, SOP, Hot Work procedures, and Confined Space Entry programs.

• Project manager for the installation of the wastewater treatment system.

• Directed Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and revalidation.

• Lead the Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR) process.

Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation - Newnan, GA 10/98 - 08/00

Manufacturer of four recreational product lines including golf cars, all terrain vehicles (ATV's), personal watercraft and utility vehicles.

Health & Safety Manager

• Developed OSHA required safety programs (LO/TO, Hot Work, Confined Space Entry, HAZCOM).

• Increased management participation in safety audits from 20% in 1998 to 75% in 2000.

• Decreased annual Workers’ Compensation payout from over $900,000 to just under $250,000.

• Redesigned over 60% of the workstations to conform to employee-specific ergonomic requirements.

• Reduced the Total Incident Rate by 30%.

• Lead Auditor for the ISO 9001 & 14001 certifications.

• Managed DOT compliance for trucking fleet.

International Paper - Athens, GA (site closed 9/98) 04/98 - 07/98

Manufacturer of thermal-bonded paper.

Environmental Health & Safety Manager

Ingram Micro - Clarkston, GA (site closed 4/98) 10/97 - 03/98

World leader in electronics distribution.

Safety/Training Manager

Georgia State University - Atlanta, GA 10/95 - 10/97

Fire Safety Officer/OH&S

• Led installation project of the fire suppression system for the Olympic Village (dormitories built for the 1996 Olympics).

Dow Corning - Greensboro, NC 06/93 - 09/95

A global leader in silicon-based technology and innovation.

Safety Engineer

• Member of Carolina Star (VPP) certification team.

• Conducted respirator fit testing, IH sampling, and training.

• Revised LO/TO and HAZCOM programs.

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