Richard F. Payne
Orem, Utah *4057
Objective
Utilize my knowledge, skills and experience for the position of Safety Program Coordinator
Skills
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and requirements for business and general industry, to
include developing and enforcing safety rules and regulations in a city, county, state and
federal environment.
• Extensive knowledge in “Plan the work and work the plan” safety concept.
• Ability to analyze accident or incident reports to determine root causes of accidents and to
develop safety programs and training to prevent future occurrences.
• Able to ensure safety policies and procedures are followed with personal accountability
and incentive programs.
• Assign duties and tasks to maximize manpower and monetary assets.
• Interact with other employees, managers and supervisors to insure safety programs are
being implemented and run correctly.
• Implement “employee surveys” as an essential fact finding method to identify potential or
unforeseen job hazards.
• Maintain high customer service skills when dealing with fellow workers, customers and the
general public.
• Exercise independent judgment when evaluating potential safety or job hazards.
• Excellent training and coaching skills. Develop and implement job or site specific safety
programs.
Work History
Team Lead- Deseret Industries Provo, UT
• Team lead, managed up to 10 cashiers to include monthly safety trainings.
Owner- RDJ Silt & Erosion Control Orem, UT
• Environmental company, consult with companies concerning silt and erosion control
policies and standards.
Company Safety Officer – Pettibone & Johnson Construction Fairfax, VA
• Implement and maintain companywide safety program with a special emphasis on confined
space, trench and excavation safety along with general construction safety training. Maintain
all safety and incident records. Work together on safety issues with city, county and state
officials.
Corporal - U.S. Army Corp of Engineers (Various Locations)
• Main duties were construction, safety, quality control, heavy equipment and large truck
safety programs.
Education
Graduate- Upper Darby High School, Upper Darby Pennsylvania
UVCC- Environmental Technology – Operation of Sewer Treatment Plants
U.S. Army- Corp of Engineers Proud to Serve---Honorable Discharge DD-214 provided
Certificates/Achievements
U.S. Army-Heavy Equipment Operator safety course
OSHA-Competent person safety training 29 CFR Part 1928.650 Subpart P OSHA standards in
• Standards (excavation)
• Soil Identification
• Hazard Identification
• Protective Systems
• Trench Shoring
OSHA- 30 Hour course completion
Additional OSHA Certifications
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• Emergency Action Plans Lock Out Tag Out
• Fire Prevention Programs Job Hazard Analysis
• Office Safety Programs Accident Investigation
Heavy Equipment Safety Programs
• Safety Meetings