BRAD A. CANTER

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Mayfield, KY ****6

ade0n4@r.postjobfree.com

Cell: 270-***-****

EDUCATION

Murray State University Murray, Kentucky

Master of Science, May 1997

Occupational Safety and Health: Industrial Hygiene Bachelor of Science, May 1996

Environmental Engineering Technology

Mayfield High School Mayfield, Kentucky

WORK EXPERIENCE

January 2007 –

March 2017

August 2003 –

December 2006

C & E Farms Mayfield, Kentucky

Co-owner/operator

Developed and managed crop production strategies for 1,600 acre farming operation

Sourced outside vendors for crop protection applications and equipment and repair

Maintained farm inventory of equipment and supplies and made purchase decisions

Hired, trained and supervised farm labor for seasonal work

Devised updated harvesting strategies based on latest trends and market information

Established and monitored farm budget

Colonial Group, Inc. Savannah, Georgia

Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist

Coordinated, directed, and promoted environmental, health and safety initiatives at multi-site facilities to assure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Developed and implemented site EHS polices, guidelines, and programs with respect to preserving the environment and protecting the health and safety of employees and subcontractors.

Initiated effective injury prevention, injury management, hazard assessment, evaluation and control, and occupational health care programs to continuously improve health and safety, and reduce work-related injuries and their associated costs.

Conducted and coordinated general safety training that included areas of accident investigation, job safety analysis, behavior-based safety, employee right-to-know, and ergonomics.

Performed routine site health and safety assessments to reinforce company policies and compliance initiatives.

Acted as a liaison with federal, state and local regulatory agencies.

Investigated and responded (24/7) to chemical and hazardous material spills and employee complaints.

Prepared and submitted all local, state and federal required reports (SARA, Wastewater, Hazardous Waste, and Air).

Oversaw Emergency Response activities and spill clean up operations. 2 P a g e

September 1998 –

August 2003

Great Dane Trailers Savannah, Georgia

Safety and Environmental Coordinator (June 2000-August 2003)

Maintained Title V compliance, MSDS, storm and waste water permits, and OSHA statistics

Managed hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal

Performed incident investigations

Provided extensive OSHA training: forklift, crane operation, etc.

Conducted weekly supervisor and quarterly management safety meetings

Served as primary contact for ergonomics related issues

Worked with manufacturing engineering on the redesign and installation of new equipment

Developed and maintained professional relationships with safety and environmental vendors

Participated in corporate safety network

Developed safety communications and training programs

Cooperated with HR management regarding the workers compensation program by evaluating jobs for restricted and light duty employees

Supervised the First Aid Department and the plant Environmental Technician

Supervised the security officers for the plant

Environmental Compliance Technician (September 1998-June 2000)

Ensured company’s compliance with EPA regulations (Title V, waste disposal, water permits)

Provided guidance and direction to plant management regarding environmental concerns

Coordinated and facilitated employee environmental training

Oversaw company exposure assessment

Assisted Safety Director with plant safety initiatives June 1997 –

August 1998

Acadian Geophysical

Safety Director

Performed safety inspections on all equipment

Prepared weekly and monthly safety reports for corporate safety director

Maintained and managed all workers compensation files

Facilitated daily safety meetings with oil field crew members

Conducted accident/incident investigations

Developed emergency response and evacuation plan

Coordinated EPA compliance with local officials

Updated all MSDS files

Provided basic medical care for crew members

PREVIOUSLY TRAINED/CERTIFIED IN:

CPR & First Aid

40 Hour HAZWOPER

RCRA/Hazardous Waste Management

DOT/Hazardous Materials Transportation

Experience with chemical preparation

Experience with industrial hygiene monitoring

Forklift operation

Experience with Microsoft Office

Emergency Response Preparedness Plan development

TRANSCAER Whistle Stop HAZMAT Transportation Safety

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