Training Manager

WILLIAM COOKE

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801-***-**** H, 801-***-**** C ~ abnuzz@r.postjobfree.com

SAFETY MANAGEMENT PROFILE

Workers’ Compensation OSHA, MSHA, DOT, EPA Program Development

Broadly experienced safety professional with 10+ years of progressive promotions resulting in exceptional

knowledge of OSHA, MSHA, DOT and EPA safety regulations and policies. Practiced leader who engages

teams in complying with safety directives and achieves results in minimizing accidents and reportable incidents.

Committed to professional development and continuing education to maintain current knowledge. Proven

program developer and manager as well as experienced trainer with history of planning, developing and

delivering effective instruction and mentoring in safety, regulatory, and first aid.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Safety Programs Program Management Cross-functional Teams

Regulatory Compliance Reporting & Analysis Operational Efficiency

Cost Containment Risk Management Team Building

HAZWOPER Presentations Training & Mentoring

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SBM SITE SERVICES, IM FLASH TECHNOLOGIES LLC, Lehi, Ut 2008-Present

Safety Coordinator

Directed all safety-relevant functions including OSHA Part 1910, OSHA Part 1926, first aid training, job site

safety inspections, and management of safety committee. Oversee all Safety and Training related activities of

Team members including OSHA required training, Task Specific Training and Refresher Training. Conduct

Accident and Incident Investigations and make recommendations for progressive disciplinary action. Minimize,

Reduce and monitor all accidents and incidents. Observed, evaluated, and met with employees to identify job

hazards and provide safety education as well as task specific training.

Key Achievements:

Defined and established Core training requirements for all programs and team members

Rewrote and updated Safety Policy and Procedures to be Site Specific.

Conducted research and analysis relevant to purchase of Safety Training tracking software solution.

Elected Chairman of Sustaining contractors Safety Committee.

Reduced and Minimized Accident/Injury Claims.

HADCO CONSTRUCTION LLC, Lehi, UT 2006-2007

Safety Director

Directed all safety-relevant functions including MSHA Part 46 / OSHA Part 1926 and first aid training, job site

safety inspections, and management of safety committee. Oversaw truck-scale operations transporting materials

from mine. Managed reporting functions / documentation and driver bonus program. Observed, evaluated, and

met with employees to identify job hazards and provide safety education as well as instruction in trenching and

excavation.

Key Achievements:

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Defined and established safety incentive program and safety awareness campaign

Rewrote and updated Written Workplace Safety Manual to ensure alignment with current requirements.

Conducted research and analysis relevant to purchase of truck-scale software as well as unmanned truck

scale.

Crafted progressive disciplinary policy to address safety violations and improve compliance.

SHOWTIME TOURS, Las Vegas, NV 2005-2006

Director, Safety / Training

Oversaw safety program for 62-vehicle fleet, including driver file maintenance, workers compensation claim

management, accident investigations, insurance risk management, and OSHA / DOT compliance with primary

focus on training and subrogation demands; managed 100-person staff. Developed and implemented safety

policies and procedures; managed EHS; managed MSDS postings and HAZCOM, LOCK-OUT/TAG_OUT

procedure training. Created and delivered training in OSHA / DOT safety requirements and regulations as well

as customer service and vehicle operations. Coordinated workers’ compensation claims and reporting; gathered

evidence with regard to questionable claims. Managed TIER 2 EPA reporting and coordination. Provided

training on sexual harassment and ADA law.

Key Achievements:

Sourced and secured new insurance provider, resulting in significant savings.

Outsourced accident investigations to third party, which had authorization to settle small claims on the

spot.

Revised Progressive Disciplinary Policy to be fair and based on action, not monetary amount of

property damage claims.

Successfully implemented Asbestos Awareness Training Program.

Managed TSA operating authority upgrade for additional service as charter bus company.

Utilized analytical problem solving skills to develop long term programs and resolve daily issues.

Aggressively managed reduction of claims and identification of false and fraudulent claims, having

significant monetary impact.

Medical Leave, 2003-2005

LE BUS, Salt Lake City, UT 1996-2003

Manager, Safety / Dispatch

Held multifaceted position focusing on safety management for 100-vehicle bus fleet operations and shop areas.

Developed and delivered training; identified and addressed deficiencies to ensure compliance with current laws.

Created numerous reports and compiled / analyzed metrics to identify areas for improvement. Conducted

workers compensation claim management, accident investigations, insurance risk management, and OSHA /

DOT compliance; developed and implemented safety policies and procedures; managed EHS and MSDS

postings as well as HAZCOM, LOCK-OUT/TAG_OUT training. Created and delivered training in OSHA /

DOT safety requirements and regulations; coordinated workers’ compensation claims and reporting and

gathered evidence in questionable claims cases. Managed TIER 2 EPA reporting and coordination. Provided

training on sexual harassment and ADA law.

Key Achievements:

Conducted insurance carrier reviews to ensure cost effectiveness.

Conducted and managed safety and wildfire audits to enable firm to act as military and wildfire carrier.

Successfully managed DOT Log and Hours of Service verification.

Prior Experience: Motorcoach Operator / Safety Director, Coach USA, Phoenix, AZ / Salt Lake City, UT

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

Undergraduate Coursework, Special Telecommunications

U.S. Navy, San Diego CA, NSGA Guam, NSGA Northwest VA

Certifications:

HTS, CTS, Trainer and Safety Manager National Association of Safety Professionals 12/08, American Red

Cross Instructor Trainer in CPR and First Aid, 2007

OSHA 501, 2007

OSHA 30 General Industry Train the Trainer, 2005

Professional Development

STS, HTS, Trainer and Safety manager Classes National Association of Safety professionals 12/08, Safety

Management, 5/02 ADA Training, CVSA Seminars, OSHA / EPA Training

Leadership & Management, Project Management, Team Building & Development

Software: SMS Turbo, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint

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