Timothy J. Adkins Jr. BS, GSP, ASHM
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Safety/Engineering Technician VA Medical Center
Sep 2009 - Present
Safety and Engineering Technician with six years of experience in safety,
which includes development, implementation and maintenance of a
comprehensive Safety and Engineering Program to prevent or correct unsafe
environmental working conditions. Validation of processes utilizing
knowledge of industrial processes, mechanics, chemistry, psychology, and
industrial health and safety laws for a large medical center with over 1100
employees, engaged in a diversity of programs, while maintaining compliance
with OSHA, EPA, FDA, JOINT COMMISION, and VA directives.
. Designed and implemented an algorithm of procedures for failure of an
elevator lift
. Designed and implemented a Hot Tapping policy/memorandum for
maintenance staff when tapping into a charged or steamed line piping
system when necessary
. Developed Training modules for electricians on proper disposal of
hazardous materials, and the grounds crew on physical and chemical
hazards
. Completed many Ergonomic assessments and consults for employees as
well as designs
. Comply, analyze, and interpret statistical data related to exposure
factors concerning occupational illnesses and accidents and prepares
reports for information of personnel concerned.
. Conduct or coordinate safety training such as, fire safety,
biomedical, triage, hazard communication, respirators, and hazardous
waste, to educate workers about safety policies, laws, and practices.
. Designed, constructed, and implemented better means of managing
hazardous and universal waste, by proper disposal and storage of
various chemicals and materials with improved containments.
. Test working areas for noise, toxic, and other hazards, using decibel
meter and gas detector.
. Completed rigorous audit inspection deadlines for compliance with
federal, state, and local law
Assistant Manager Dreamland
June 2008 - Sep 2009
As the assistant manager of a large community pool, I ensured the
safety of all customers, through chemical filtration, OSHA, EPA compliance,
first aid and life safety training. I also worked with security and law
enforcement for advancement of safety and security of pool patrons.
. Oversaw chemical distribution and filtration processes through the
pool mechanical room to ensure proper laws and safety were met while
devising methods for cleaning and sanitizing pool
. Developed shift schedules for lifeguards and other staff as well as
supervised.
. Assisted facility security and law enforcement to advance security and
safety of all patrons and community.
. Completed various inspections of facility to maintain compliance with,
federal, state, and local law
Technician/ Safety Officer T & H Construction
Aug 2005 - June 2008
As a Technician/Safety Officer I completed rigorous projects with
various equipment, such as roof construction, home design, home building,
door installations, drywall installations, disposal of leftover materials,
and window installations.
. Conducted safety Audits to ensure safety of employees and decrease
lost time
. Performed Job hazardous analysis to eliminate potential hazards
. Installed drywall, replaced windows, doors, siding, soffit, and
flooring.
. Oversaw disposal of all material waste.
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PERSONAL SKILLS
. Acknowledged for the ability to execute strategies that establish
trust, increase employee commitment, and improve operations and
internal / external relations.
. Technically proficient utilizing Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, and
PowerPoint.
. Experienced in problem solving and conflict resolution
. Sound knowledge for six years of federal, state and local safety
regulations, protocols, and/or procedures.
. Detail oriented and resourceful in the completion of projects with an
ability to multitask effectively and work in a fast-paced environment
meeting strict deadlines.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
May 2011 Marshall University
Huntington, WV
. Bachelor of Science (Safety Technology)
. Minor in Psychology
Mar 2011 Employee Education System
Butler, PA
. Lockout/Tag out training (14 contact hours)
Oct 2009 Employee Education System
Huntington, WV
. Occupational Safety and Health Training for Supervisors
Oct 2009 Emergency Management Institute
Huntington, WV
. FEMA ICS-100-700 Introduction to Incident Command
Systems
Sept 2009 VA Learning Management System
Huntington, WV
. OSHA 30 hour card for construction and general industry
CERTIFICATIONS AND AWARDS
. Achieved Dean's list several times at Marshall University
. Associate Safety and Health Manager (ASHM) June 2011
. Praise Nomination at Huntington VA Medical Center June 2011
. Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP) May 2011