Management Safety

LARRY BOYCE, BSHA

**** ********* ****, • Memphis, TN 38109 • 901-***-**** • ***************@*****.***

Qualifications for Management / Administration

I am accomplished professional with 27 plus years of seasoned experience protecting life and property.

Highly adept at developing and implementing a safe work environment and performing safety audits in

order to prevent injury to workers and reduce liability claims to the City of Memphis. I am proactive

problem solver boasting a strong record of environmental health and safety issues and formulating

creative solutions that enhance efficiency and productivity. I am also a proven leader who fosters

cohesive teams with high morale and low turnover while driving progressive performance improvements

through continuous training, and motivation. Exceptional communicator effective at building

relationships with business partners, the public, executives, and employees. Expertise spans: Strategic

Planning • Office Administration • Environmental Health and Safety Operations • Project Management •

Procedure Development • Waste Reduction • Loss Prevention • Inventory Management • Resource

Allocation • Regulation Compliance

C AREER H IGHLIGHTS

MEMPHIS FIRE DEPARTMENT APRIL 1986- PRESENT

LIEUTENANT (Company Commander) NOVEMBER 2008 – PRESENT

Responsibilities include: Command a fire suppression company and personnel. I am responsible for the

discipline and efficiency of personnel, in quarters, on the drill ground, and on the scene of any fire or

emergency. I provide safety and environmental leadership to employees by developing and

implementing strategies, which improve existing programs, meet regulatory requirements and deliver

effective results.

Responsible for the discipline and efficiency of personal, in quarters, on the drill ground, and on the

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scene of any fire or emergency; and responsible for the maintenance and protection of all Divisional

property assigned.

Prepare and forward all reports to senior management.

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Make recommendations concerning promotions from personnel on company to the Battalion

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Commander

Ensures the fire company operates in compliance with all applicable Federal, State and Local HSE

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requirements.

Maintain a continuous program of training and instruction in procedures and techniques of driving,

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tilling, and operation of all apparatus to which one is assigned; and submit qualification and

disqualification recommendations as necessary

Establishes and drives continuous improvement in environmental monitoring and recordkeeping data

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management systems to ensure compliance with all policies and federal, state and local regulatory

requirements.

Coordinates the Investigation of accidents to minimize recurrence, prepares all accident reports, and

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confirms closure of corrective actions.

Maintain current knowledge of applicable rules and regulations including, but not limited to OSHA,

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MSHA, EPA and company policies and procedures.

Provides coordination and oversight for site security, particularly related to emergency response

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activity

Maintains safety files and records; Maintains and update Safety Manual and training selection for

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Facility employees

Devises, supervises, and coordinates training programs to increase proficiency in safe practices and

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promotes safety consciousness as needed

Responsible for emergency response/clean-up; And maintain inventory records, and ordering

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materials

Maintain working knowledge of assigned running and inspection territory, fire management zone,

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and devote the necessary effort to maintain a current knowledge of buildings, streets, hydrants,

known hazardous conditions, and other vital information necessary for the successful fulfillment of

ones duties

Maintain professional relationship with the clients, safety representatives, the safety and health

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community in the area, and project management.

Analyze safety concerns and recommend solution to those concerns.

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Perform accident and incident investigations as needed.

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Engine Driver SEPTEMBER 1998- NOVEMBER 2008

Maintained records, reports and documents that are required to meet corporate, client or regulatory

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requirements.

Responsible for the water source and water supply during the emergency call

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Operated all engine gages and relief vales

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Responsible for the overall upkeep of the company engine and firehouse

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Responsible for checking all fluid levels including, but not limited to fuel levels, engine oil, primer

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pump oil, battery water, and other specific equipment, locks, and brackets, and tire pressures.

Maintained the operation of the assigned apparatus, including, but not limited to pumps and

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pumping operations, and hydraulics as applied to hose lines and deluge equipment, aerial hydraulic

systems, foam and dry chemical metering devices, or other types of special apparatus to which

assigned

Maintained proper documentation on employee-owner’s safety violations.

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Developed and conducted periodical training programs as needed.

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Ensured the Engine Apparatus was operating in a safe and effective manner

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Recorded on the proper form all information relative to the apparatus vehicle, unit, equipment, work

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performed, tools, appliances, items, materials, supplies used or any other necessary information

Responsible for assigned apparatus and equipment in the absence of the Company Commander

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Assisted the company commander with the daily operations of equipment and personnel

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Fire Private APRIL 1986 – SEPTEMBER

1998

• Maintained a thorough working knowledge of the company response territory, streets, street

numbers, hydrants pre-planned set-ups, standpipes, etc.

• Trained as the Company Driver when assigned to this position

• Perform such other duties as required or directed

METHODIST LEBONHEUR HOSPITAL

Surgical Technician June 2002-Present

Leads and supports the management of key business functions while specializing in directing critical

inventory functions for multiple hospital entities. Conducts performance evaluations and coaches staff

based on individual strengths and weaknesses. Coordinate all phases of inventory of supplies and

equipment within the surgical suite. Contribute to major efficiency improvements as well as lower annual

costs through waste reduction by implementing company’s policies and procedures. Assist the doctors

with surgical procedures while maintaining a correct count of supplies and instrumentation.

Plan and manage employees in a team-oriented environment with high levels of job satisfaction and

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retention.

Employ and direct reports to exceed goals through ongoing training in company requirements,

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inventory management, fulfillment, and safety.

Create and set-up a sterile surgical field. Monitor and maintain surgical instrumentation during all

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operating procedures.

Ensure corporate compliance of local, state and federal laws are followed during operating room

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procedures

C OMPUTER C OMPETENCIES

Microsoft Windows and Office Suite

E DUCATION

Bachelor of Science Healthcare Administration UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX JUNE,

2010

Currently pursuing Master of Science Degree Occupational Safety and Health Management

(expected graduation August 2013)

Tennessee Board of Regents Diploma TENNESSEE TECHNOLOGY CENTER JUNE, 2002

Military United States Marine 1981 - 1984

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