Workers Compensation Loss Control

Chad M. Breaker

N**** Kroghville Road, Waterloo *3594

************@*****.*** – 608-***-****

Education

B.S. in Vocational Rehabilitation from UW-Stout, Menomonie WI (1997)

Course and fieldwork experience included coordination of services, safety and OSHA regulations, current federal law relating to ADA and application of technology.

Background

25 years experience in Safety and Health Management and Loss Control in a variety of environments, including warehousing, manufacturing, assembly, foundry, distribution and construction.

Competencies

Safety: Thorough knowledge of federal OSHA regulations covering general industry and construction, with an emphasis in Hazard Communication, Lockout/Tagout, Machine Guarding, Respiratory Protection, Bloodborne Pathogens, Fall Protection and Powered Industrial Trucks. Additional emphasis in accident investigation and reporting, safety committee management, and new and existing equipment audits and emergency preparedness. Worked with a wide variety of accounts to improve and implement safety programs.

Workers Compensation: Actively managed workers compensation claims to minimize incurred costs, including communication with insurance carriers, medical professionals and employees. Worked with accounts with a wide range of premiums to strategize controlling workers compensation costs.

Employment History

Frankenmuth Insurance Company April 2021- Present

A full service insurance company based in Frankenmuth, Michigan, providing a full line of insurance products, including property, casualty, workers compensation, auto etc. Primarily serving lower to middle market accounts.

Loss Control Consultant, Senior

Responsible for the state of WI and Northern Illinois loss control needs. Regularly worked with new and existing accounts. Provided feedback to internal customers and resources and services to accounts.

The Cincinnati Insurance Company April 2008-April 2021

A full service insurance, national insurance company based in Cincinnati, Ohio, providing a full line of insurance products including property, casualty, workers compensation, auto, excess lines, etc. Primarily serving middle market accounts.

Loss Control Field Director

Responsible for the South Central Wisconsin area’s Loss Control needs. Met regularly with and serviced existing accounts, including training, as well as meeting with prospective accounts and providing feedback and reports to the home office regarding insurability.

Fisher Barton April 2006-June 2008

Metal Products manufacturer with 400 employees in four Wisconsin facilities. Primarily producing stamped components for the lawn care and agricultural markets, based in Watertown, WI. Processes included metal stamping, welding, laser cutting, foundry operations, machining, spray coatings and heat treating.

Safety Engineer

Responsible for compliance with all applicable OSHA standards, managing Worker’s Compensation claims, managing loss reporting, reserve reviews and providing support to subsidiary facilities. Reports to Human Resources and Benefits Manager.

Additional Accomplishments by area:

Safety

1.Reported safety performance on a weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual basis.

2.Wrote and implemented a safety incentive program.

3.Developed and revised company safety, health and workers compensation programs and procedures.

4.Developed and implemented training for supervisors and managers regarding LOTO, BBP, OSHA and accident reporting.

5.Managed safety in four diverse Wisconsin manufacturing facilities.

6.Trained facility human resource professionals in OSHA record keeping and oversaw recordkeeping.

Environmental

1.Developed matrix to ensure needed environmental reports were being filed on a timely basis.

Bell Laboratories, Inc. Dec. 2001-Nov. 2005

World leader in rodent control products and technology employing 250 people. Processes include Injection Molding, Thermoforming, Milling, Extruding, Packaging, Assembly, Shipping and Warehousing.

Safety and Training Supervisor

Responsible for compliance with OSHA regulation, and all safety and production training. Reported to the Quality Control Manager and supervised three employees.

Safety

1.Managed multiple OSHA investigations with favorable outcomes

2.Developed a respiratory protection program

3.Revised and oversaw an employee mentoring program

4.Maintained inventory for and purchased all safety related items

5.Oversaw implementation of new fire code in all facilities

6.Performed cost benefit analysis, safety evaluations, and developed procedures

Training

1.Wrote and revised machine operating procedures for new and existing equipment

2.Developed and implemented an assessment program for machine operators to assure competency

3.Worked with engineering staff to develop standard operating procedures for new and existing equipment

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