DAVID CHOATE

*** **** ***** **, ********, KY ****4 C: 615-***-**** acyw4g@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dynamic EHS Manager with excellent technical, analytical and communication skills demonstrated by 15 years of

experience working in a chemical and manufacturing setting. Creative forward thinking with ability to work outside

the box to solve issues. Hands-on experience in troubleshooting problems, conducting and implementing safety/risk

audits, failure analysis/incident investigation and training. Experienced with OSHA requirements.

SKILLS

Excellent analytical and methodical skills Continuous improvement focus

Complex problem solving skills Training program implementation

Sound judgment and decision making Environmental sustainability

Statistical analysis of safety/risk issues Team player

WORK HISTORY

Environmental Health and Safety Manager, 02/2015 to Current

IAC Springfield – Springfield, TN

Led the implementation of the IAC EHS program.

Led effort that developed corrective actions that improved working conditions and led to decrease in

occupational injuries and illnesses.

Established ISO14001paperwork and led facility to certification.

Wrote Level 2 policies, procedures and work instructions for facility.

Supported and led the development of training and education tools.

Developed standard operation procedures and quality or safety standards.

Analyzed data to assist in driving corrective actions.

Developed and implemented programs and policies for the monitoring and preventing any physical, chemical

and biological hazards in the facility.

Performed root cause analysis on equipment failures and injury investigations.

Monitored the facilities environmental discharges and verified that plant was in compliance.

Ensured accomplishment of team goals through effective communication, development and implementation of

health and safety issues.

Examined accidents to obtain data that can be used to design preventive measures.

Interpreted drilling and testing information for personnel.

Rapidly created work-arounds to temporarily resolve issues.

Obtained, updated, and maintained standard operating procedures.

Developed and implemented Emergency Action Plan for the facility.

Provided daily operation oversight, including development of sampling schedules, data analysis, and permit

requirements.

Served as liaison with federal, state, and local agencies on issues pertaining to solid and hazardous waste

program requirements.

Redesigned and monitored the Workers Compensation program.

Area Manager - Americas, 06/2000 to 09/2014

Trans Ocean Distribution – League City, TX

Initiated safety statistical analysis process that resulted in sound health and safety recommendations.

Provided additional training where required ensuring personnel understanding of safety requirements.

Supervised and managed safety and training audits. Supervised and managed OSHA required training.

Collaborated with engineers, project managers regarding new equipment compliance parameters and equipment

failure analysis.

Directed and managed team in safe work practices.

Directed and guided management team in implementing safety compliance requirements and expectations while

providing practical solutions.

Developed and implemented risk management processes.

Developed and trained personnel on emergency response plans.

Developed training packages for use with new hires and refresher training as part of safety process.

Implemented compliance standards for regulatory requirements.

Monitored incidents and corrective actions applying lessons learned to lower incidents leading to reductions in

safety and health violations.

Monitored and enforced corporate goals and policies.

Performed root cause analysis one equipment component failures.

Conducted site visits to plan the training and implementation to the corporate standards.

Environmental Engineer HSE, 12/1996 to 06/2001

Equistar Chemical – Houston, TX

Developed and monitored waste reports and maintained database.

Managed and lead operators safety processes.

Led continuous improvement activities relating to environmental and safety programs.

Implemented classes to communicate safety and environmental regulations.

Prepared and maintained waste stream database and captured savings.

Consulted with Department heads concerning risk and safety management.

Generated reports to keep plant employees and upper management updated on HSE standings.

Conferred with design, engineering and technical personnel to resolve design installation and testing problems.

Platoon Sergeant/Commander, 08/1984 to 08/2000

United States Marine Corp and Reserve

Managed numerous projects simultaneously.

Administered and evaluated platoon personnel.

Defused hostile situations with superior negotiation techniques.

Effective decision maker in high pressure environments.

Evaluated and monitored health and welfare of platoon.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science: Environmental Eng/Mgmt, 1996

University of Houston Clear Lake - Houston, TX

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