Protection Specialist Safety Officer

Howard M. Syvarth

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Professional Experience

Senior Environmental compliance specialist, Corteva Agrisciences Pittsburg Operations, Pittsburg California Nov 2020 to August 2022

Responsible for ensuring all solid waste ( both hazardous and nonhazardous) were disposed of in accordance with the applicable state and federal regulations and compiled with corporate guidelines.

Responsible for all stormwater and industrial discharges going to both the receiving body and regional POTW

Provided technical support for a water reuse technology in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Developed training matrix for various regulatory driven programs.

Worked extensively with regulatory agencies on sheparding a permit for an on site hazardous waste incinerator.

Senior Environmental Scientist, IRP & MMRP Program Support, Directorate of Public Works, Ft. Belvoir. July 2019 to Nov 2020 – US Army Fort Belvoir Virginia

Reviewed all IRP and MMRP site for compliance with all applicable regulations not limited to as it pertains to EMS, Environmental Program Internal Assessments, Environmental Reporting, Environmental Performance Assessment & Assistance Program (EPAAS), and Emerging Contaminants. Developed plans require originality, initiative, and judgment to provide programs which will simultaneously meet mission requirements, protect the environment, and ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations.

Prepared various scope of work statements for the procurement of services provided by Architect and Engineering (A/E) firms. Monitors the contract progress and reviews all work for technical sufficiency. Prepares contract specifications for environmental program projects. Prepared detailed site evaluation reports, contracting package and Federal funding requests, SWPPP and any amendments, Spill Response Procedures, AARs, and general Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for later reference by co-workers.

Prepared various scopes of work statements for the procurement of services. Notifies individuals or offices in writing of decisions, problems, or further actions required. Updates data, record, standard operating procedures, and other written documentation to keep files up-to-date (i.e., spill response, prevention control and countermeasures; stormwater management and maintenance; stormwater construction general permits/projects; sewage and stormwater; hazardous materials and waste, nonhazardous waste; storage tanks and spill response program) and complete all Headquarters and Installation Data Calls, i.e., the Army Environmental Command (AEC) and IMCOM G4. Reviews environmental documents (e.g., SPCC, Pollution Prevention, stormwater plans and specs for construction projects and all associated program plans, stormwater TMDLs and SWPPP) with regard to current and proposed activities on the installation and at any potential clean-up sites and provide written comments to the preparer

Prepared environmental assessments, environmental impact studies, and related documents. Seeks comments from interested parties and holds meetings for governmental officials and private citizens when deemed necessary. Provides detailed technical reviews of environmental documents provided by other governmental elements.

Program Manager SPCC/AST Compliance, Maryland Oil Permit Manager. Dec. 2016 to July 2019 NASA – Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, Maryland

Ensured compliance with applicable Maryland environmental regulations pertaining to the on-site storage of petroleum, drafted NASA GSFC Maryland Large Quantity Oil Operations permit. Ensured installation-wide compliance with (to include inspections) applicable CWA/RCRA-I requirements for all HAZMAT/POL storage tanks. Implements the applicable regulatory amendments to laws, regulations, and directives under the Clean Water Act (CWA), Clean Air Act (CAA), Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act (SARA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA).

Authored and edited the GSFC Integrated Contingency Plan (ICP), which encompasses hazardous waste plan, Oil Pollution Prevention Plan and Storm Water Plan. Assisted other operational groups with their roles as specified in a response as defined in 29CRF1910.129

Provided the requisite training annually and as needed to ensure compliance with internal and external regulations and mandates

Provided internal consulting to NASA for unique and complex environmental issues

Program Manager SPCC/UST-AST Compliance/Emergency Response, Regional Environmental Protection Specialist. Feb 2014 to Nov 2016 US Army Reserve, 99th Regional Support Command Fort Dix, NJ

As Program Manager for SPCC and all storage tank compliance ensured compliance across a thirteen (13) state region for the 99th United States Army Reserve Regional Support Command (RSC).

Budgeted for field operations, worked with contractors that generate various compliance reports for US Army Reserve facilities. Performed detailed reviews of all MDA and OMA projects to: ensure compliance with all environmental laws; provide support with Spill Response throughout the installation; ensure protection of environmentally sensitive areas; determine the appropriateness of the proposed land use; ensure all mitigation measures stated in the project environmental documentation are incorporated in the design and specifications, and propose alternatives that best provide for the laws, environment, and the Army. Keeps accurate and current account of the status of OMA and MCA projects, and following ground-breaking, performs regular field inspections to ensure compliance with the accepted designs, scope of work, and the environmental laws. Conducted detailed reviews of all MCA, OMA, and associated issues related to emergency spill response, prevention control and countermeasures, stormwater erosion and sediment control management and stormwater facility maintenance; stormwater management and maintenance; sewage and storm water; hazardous materials recovery and recycling; storage tanks; and compliance clean-up program projects to ensure compliance with all Department of Defense (DoD) policies, guidance, directives, and applicable environmental laws.

As Regional Environmental Protection Specialist (REPS) ensured full spectrum environmental compliance not limited to: stormwater management structure inspections, construction stormwater inspections, surface water quality, solid waste, hazardous waste, air quality, noise, land use planning, resource recycling or conservation, stormwater management and construction design review. Provided program management technical advice, and professional consultant services implementing the Clean Water Act (spill prevention control and countermeasures, stormwater management, stormwater erosion and sediment control), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (Title C (hazardous materials/waste)), D (solid waste, and I (storage tanks management).

Profiled all waste streams for disposal through DLA

Provided HAZWOPER updates to US Army Reserve units on as needed basis

Hydrogeologist /Project Manager June 2007 to January 2014 Tecom-Vinnell Services - Ft. Monmouth, NJ

●Oversaw the UST/UHOT removal and inventory processes of approximately 600 locations at the base.

●Directly involved with all phases of soil and groundwater remediation.

●Assisted in the development of a site wide groundwater flow model using MODFLOW.

●Provide staff assistance with all aspects of environmental compliance and regulation.

●Provided QA/QC for all analytical data generated to ensure data met the data quality objectives established.

●Fort Monmouth underwent a BRAC closure and all currently held Federal property is being transferred to private concerns. During the property transfer insured that all NJDEP environmental regulations and criteria were being met by the US ARMY to expedite the property transfer.

●Performed environmental audits of fully regulated Class D facility for environmental compliance.

Project Manager February 2004 to June 2007 Hydroscience, Inc. - Toms River, NJ

●Provided project oversight for regulated and unregulated tank removals.

●Worked with various insurance companies in determining cost allocations.

●Generated soil remediation proposals using the most recent and accepted cost guidelines.

●Prepared and generated various reports to NJDEP for both residential and commercial clients.

●Obtain all necessary municipal permits and licenses for heating oil tank removals.

●Investigate damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites, to ensure that proper procedures are being carried out.

●Prepared and submitted Classification Exemption Area (CEA) and deed restrictions for both residential and commercial properties to NJDEP for site closure. Assisted in the design of groundwater treatment systems, oversaw installation of soil vapor capture systems.

●Generated all AUTO-CAD drawings for reports submitted to NJDEP.

●Developed and implemented the Preliminary Assessment/Site Investigation program for day schools and child care centers as per NJDEP requirements. Developed programs for partnering with small dry cleaners for environmental compliance in association with various local, state and regulations. Conducted multiple Phase I and Phase II investigations in accordance with ASTM methodologies

●Performed audits of various machining operations and operational close downs at several major industries in our service area.

●Conducted 40 hour HAZWOPER Training and 8 hr. Site Supervisor Course.

Remedial Support Team Environmental Scientist April 2001 to April 2004 Weston Solutions - Edison, NJ

●Provided contractor oversight and cost tracking for EPA Region II in conjunction with the removal and remediation activities at various SUPERFUND sites.

●Performed extensive soil remediations in tank farms and along underground pipelines.

●Develop the technical portions of legal documents, administrative orders, or consent decrees.

●Investigate and report on accidents affecting the environment.

●Collect, synthesize, analyze, manage, and report environmental data, such as pollution emission measurements, atmospheric monitoring measurements, meteorological and mineralogical information, and soil or water samples.

●Provide scientific and technical guidance, support, coordination, and oversight to governmental agencies, environmental programs, industry, or the public.

●Submitted sampling and analysis plans as per USEPA request in conjunction with field activities for site investigations and the extent of contamination at Federal sites.

●Conducted air sampling for various toxic materials in conjunction with EPA' s efforts at Ground Zero and the recovery efforts at the landfill

●Assisted USEPA Region II conducts EH&S Audits of RCRA facilities within the EPA region.

●Performed inspections of various facilities to ensure environmental compliance with all applicable permits.

●Provided technical assistance and contractor oversite during Region IIs environmental monitoring at ground zero and NYPD landfill recovery operations

●Oversaw installation of SSDS systems at multiple residences as part of a long term indoor air monitoring program.

Safety Manager April 1997 to April 2001 S&W Waste - Kearny, NJ

Conduct environmental audits and inspections, of facility to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Evaluate violations or problems discovered during inspections to determine appropriate regulatory actions or to provide advice on the development of corrective actions.

Review and implement environmental technical standards, guidelines, policies, and formal regulations that meet all appropriate requirements.

Prepare various waste streams for off-site shipment; preparation included waste profiling, waste classification, obtaining price quote and ensuring that all paperwork was in compliance with facility permit and all applicable regulations. Filled the role of primary Emergency Coordinator in the event of a facility incident during off-hours.

Provide advice on proper standards and regulations or the development of policies, strategies, and codes of practice for environmental management.

●Investigate and report on accidents affecting the employees and the environment. Conducted personnel air sampling for OSHA regulated hazards and to determine appropriate levels of protection for operational staff.

●Develop and implement OSHA/RCRA/DOT training for a fully regulated hazardous waste disposal and transfer facility. A majority of the staff were not fluent in English. The training courses developed emphasized hands on and reorganization of work place hazards.

●Ensured that all wastes leaving the facility were properly profiled and classified for disposal.

Field Operations Supervisor June 1992 to April 1997 Clean Harbors Environmental Services, Inc. - Edison, NJ

Provided direction to environmental services field crews conducting industrial services for a number of commercial clients including CON-EDISON, PSE&G, LILCO and NYNEX.

Developed a good working knowledge of power generation stations for CON-EDISON, PSE&G and LILCO.

Confined Space Entry Supervisor for all permit requiring confined spaces. Worked extensively in tank farms and at various junctions of underground piping for fuel oils and gasoline.

Ensured all wastes generated through field activities were properly manifested for ultimate disposal.

Provided Emergency Response services to multiple clients for a wide variety of hazardous and non-hazardous materials lost during transportation, equipment failure or any unforeseen incidents.

Performed audits of client property as a means of business development.

Ensured that field activities were conducted in a manner that was cost effective and ensured protection of private property and the environment.

Provided health and safety direction to field crews. Generated site specific health and safety plans.

Ensured all truck drivers were within DOT compliance for hours of service.

Developed a good working relationship with state regulators in both New York and New Jersey.

Staff Scientist/Assistant Health and Safety Officer August 1987 to June 1992 Roy F, Weston, REAC Contract EPA Environmental Response Team - Edison, NJ

Member of Emergency Response Team

Conducted multiple environmental audits and Phase I/II investigations to determine ownership of waste and waste locations.

Responded to extreme environmental emergencies.

Conducted multiple soil gas and indoor air samples using state of the art materials and equipment. Assisted in the development of EPA air sampling and analytical protocols.

Laboratory Technician July 1984 to August 1987 PAS/IT Corp, Edison, NJ

Prepared a wide variety of matrices for chemical analysis

Ran laboratory hazardous waste disposal program prepared various waste streams for shipment in accordance with applicable regulations. Authored facility contingency plan in accordance with State and Federal Regulations

Performed quality control review on analytical data

HAZWOPER/OSHA training certified

STI AST Certified Tank Inspector

Holds an Active Security Clearance

Fit Test certified

Cook College, Rutgers University 1984

New Brunswick, NJ, USA

Plant Science, B.S.

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