Management Specialist Plant Manager

Shannon Brazell, MPM, LSP (CV)

**** **** ******* ******* *** 5324 Hiram, GA 30141 678-***-**** ****************@*****.***

Project Management, Safety & Environmental Health Manager

I am a Licensed Safety Professional with multiple years of experience in Health & Safety leadership, comprehensive OSHA certifications, and safety management systems within multiple industries. I have played a major, integral role in multiple companies’ successes by providing proficient problem-solving/analytical skills and establishing incident free work days for long durations. I have conducted accident investigations, performed inspections/audits to identify unsafe conditions, and recommended controls and corrective actions to all levels of management. I am an excellent relationship builder with success in forming strong sustainable working teams. I am adept at professional communication with employees at all levels. I am also able to function well as a team member or independently.

Areas of Expertise

Cost Reduction

Accident Prevention Programs

OSHA Regulatory Compliance

Compliance Violation Reduction

Incident Investigations

EHS Training Programs

EHS Strategies and Analysis

Loss Control

Drug-Free Programs

Risk Management

EHS Performance

Liability and Worker’s Comp

NFPA 70E

High Angle Rescue Technician I

Forklift Train the Trainer

Military Service

US Marine Corps, Worldwide (January 1995 – August 1997)

Communication Specialist/Team Leader

Leveraged knowledge of core telecommunications process to streamline repair, maintenance, and strategic positioning.

Earned promotion to Lance Corporal for exceptional job performance and awarded meritorious honors for demonstrated on-the-job competency and leadership

Honored for war-time/overseas service and selected to attend leadership/advanced leadership training for non-commissioned officers

Professional Experience

Fort Benning Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC), Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga ( July 2020 – Present)

Site Safety and Health Officer

United States Army Corps of Engineers Project

Serve as the site safety and health officer while developing and carrying out procedures with the line organization that effectively control accident and health exposures in the company and minimized OSHA citations.

Prepared Safety Plan and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA).

Ensured compliance with Accident Prevention Plan.

Researched implementation of AHA`s for the Legacy Controls Project.

Extensive knowledge of Corps of Engineers (COE) Safety Manual EM 385-1-1.

Attended all construction meetings and participated in the readings of Preparatory meetings.

Involved in investigations of all injuries and incidents.

Conducted safety inspections and follow-up inspections.

Created and evaluated AHA’s.

Ensured OHSA and USACE regulatory compliance.

Conducted accident and incident investigations.

Developed and implemented Corrective Action Plans.

Conducted safety meetings.

Produced daily safety report.

UMCS HVAC Legacy Controls Upgrade, Fort Gordon, Augusta, Ga ( November 2019 – March 2020 )

Site Safety and Health Officer

United States Army Corps of Engineers Project

Serve as the site safety and health officer while developing and carrying out procedures with the line organization that effectively control accident and health exposures in the company and minimized OSHA citations.

Prepared Safety Plan and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA).

Ensured compliance with Accident Prevention Plan.

Researched implementation of AHA`s for the Legacy Controls Project.

Extensive knowledge of Corps of Engineers (COE) Safety Manual EM 385-1-1.

Attended all construction meetings and participated in the readings of Preparatory meetings.

Involved in investigations of all injuries and incidents.

Conducted safety inspections and follow-up inspections.

Created and evaluated AHA’s.

Ensured OHSA and USACE regulatory compliance.

Conducted accident and incident investigations.

Developed and implemented Corrective Action Plans.

Conducted safety meetings.

Produced daily safety report.

US Marine Corps Logistics Base, ECM 11 Smart Grid, Albany, Ga (February 2019 – November 2019)

Site Safety and Health Officer

United States Army Corps of Engineers Project

Responsible for overall management of the safety and occupational health program for general contractor (Schneider Electric) and maintain a positive work environment by acting and communicating in a professional manner with all customers, co-workers, supervisors and managers.

Prepared Safety Plan and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA).

Ensured compliance with Accident Prevention Plan.

Ensured personal protective equipment is in compliance with OSHA/NAVFAC requirements.

Conducted daily project walkthrough to ensure safety and occupational health is adhered to.

Conducted safety inspections and follow-up inspections.

Created and evaluated AHA’s.

Ensured OHSA and USACE regulatory compliance.

Conducted accident and incident investigations.

Developed and implemented Corrective Action Plans.

Conducted safety meetings.

Produced daily safety report.

Flounder Project (Google Data Center), Lithia Springs, GA (August 2018- February 2019)

Site LOTO Coordinator

United States Army Corps of Engineers standards based project

Contributed to ideas and processes on how to create, promote and sustain safe work behaviors and LOTO practices on a day to day basis, and to strive for zero incidents while maintaining a productive work environment.

Performed as site LOTO Coordinator for the project while interacting wih the the LOTO team established.

Utilized documents and drawings to identify the energy sources for the assets to be locked and tagged out.

Visited the process areas of the facility to locate the assets, gathered appropriate information for locking out and tagging out the assets and verified the written the lockout / tagout procedure for the asset.

Adhered to and implemented all United States Army Corps of Engineers Project EM-385-1 safety practices in all areas of the project.

KCG Incorporated, Loganville, GA (2016-2017)

Safety Consultant

Performed loss control for property, general liability and workers compensation with WC being 80 % for the past two years.

Savannah River Site (DOE), Aiken, SC (May 2017- September 2017)

Site Safety and Health Officer

United States Army Corps of Engineers Project/Department of Energy

Evaluated a variety of complex safety and occupational health circumstances. Compiled, recorded and analyzed mishap data. Assited with coordinating environmental, bioenvironmental and fire protection issues with the appropriate mangers.

Adhered to and implemented United States Army Corps of Engineers Project EM-385-1 safety practices in all areas of the project.

Conducted periodic safety and health walk-through inspections of all workplace facilities.

Mercedez Benz Project, Atlanta, GA (2016)

Safety Consultant

Knoweldgeableabout construction, general industrial and commercial safety, such as crane safety, suspended load operations, ergonomics, hand tools, electrical safety or machine guarding. Familiarity with other OSHA CFR 1910 and CFR 1926 standards.Performs periodic inspections and evaluations to determine compliance with appropriate occupational safety and health instructions.

WestRock, LLC, Marietta, GA (2016-2017)

Safety Consultant

Developed and performed technical writing of SOP’s with machines and the lockout/tagout procedures and processes of equipment.

Advised management, supervisors and other safety representatives on appropriate measures to eliminate or control hazardous operating procedures

Prepared and used a wide range of formal training materials such as outlines, handouts, publications, protective devices, and visual aids to reinforce information related to safe work practices.

Developed and designed picture gram LOTO procedures and ensured that responsible individuals were properly informed of any changes that affected the developed LOTO procedures. This included a change in start-up or shut-down time, an unexpected temporary restoration of power, and a change in the scope of work.

Assisted the plant manager in maintaing overall control of the LOTO’s establishment for equipment and machinery.

Developed specific LOTO instruction for complex work scopes utilizing system process knowledge for the purpose of controlling hazardous energy as defined in OSHA CFR 1910.147 for workers and equipment protection.

Familiar with NFPA 70E standards, arc flash rating protection, and safety practices.

MCI Enterprises, Inc, Lithia Springs, GA (August 2015-June 2016)

Safety Director

Lockheed Martin Project/ United States Army Corps of Engineers standards based project

Responsibilities includes daily safety walk arounds, the implementation of the company’s process hazard elimination analysis and risk assessment to ensure a safe working environment.

Contributed and assisted the Lockheed Martin ES&H Department inperforming safetyrequirements and audits and verify that employees are working per OSHA guidelines and aircraft run way safety guidelines and standards.

Issued permits for confined space entry and energized work.

Evaluatd and designated confined space areas of work, conducted atmospheric testing, as well as educated others on atmospheric testing.

Extensive knowledge of Corps of Engineers (COE) Safety Manual EM 385-1-1 while adhered to and implementing all United States Army Corps of Engineers Project EM-385-1 safety practices.

Created and evaluated AHA’s.

Crown Plaza Remodeling Project, Atlanta, Georgia (2016)

Safety Consultant

Responsible for reporting, investigations and follow-up of all accidents and near misses on-site.

Various Project Based Assignments (Industrial, Commercial, and Manufacturing)

Wrigley, Inc. Gainsville, GA (2015)

Safety Consultant

Planned, directed and coordinated activities to the overall management of client’s safety programs. Assist with preparing health and safety procedures and presentations for meetings.

Developed specific LOTO instruction for complex work scopesutilizing system process knowledge for the purpose of controlling hazardous energy as defined in OSHA CFR 1910.147 for workers and equipment protection.

Ensured that dangerous machines and equipment were properly shut down and restarted using picturegram LOTO procedures developed for maintenance and service work.

Familiar with NFPA 70E standards arc flash rating protection,and safety practices.

Fluor, Inc., Nationwide

Safety Supervisor II

Various Project Based Assignments

South Carolina Energy@Gas, Urquhart Station, Beech Island, SC (October 2014 – February 2015)

United States Army Corps of Engineers standards based project

Responsible for full scope of site safety while coordinating efforts wth the corporate office. Responsible for daily safety walk arounds to verfy employees were working per OSHA guidelines, administered basic first aid as required, and maintained proper record keeping and documentation for the project. Administered all safety reuired reports, managed daily and weekly safety meetings, and worked hand and hand with SCE&G plant officials.

Georgia Power, Plant McDonough, Atlanta, GA (August 2014 – October 2014)

Dow Chemical, Freeport, TX (August 2013 – August 2014)

United States Army Corps of Engineers standards based project

Performed permit writing for construction processes ranging from confined space, safe work, and specialty permit on Dow Chemical project. Maintained zero incident safety programs. Participated in the daily safety team meetings discussing previous/current shift work.

BP Oil Refinery,Whiting, IN (February 2012 – May 2013)

United States Army Corps of Engineers standards based project

Responsible for full scope of site safety while coordinating efforts wth the corporate office. Responsible for daily safety walk arounds to verfy employees were working per OSHA guidelines, administered basic first aid as required, and maintained proper record keeping and documentation for the project.

Georgia Power, Plant McDonough, Atlanta, GA (April 2008 – March 2010)

United States Army Corps of Engineers standards based project

Served as the company safety specialist at the Plant Mcdonough natural gas project in Atlanta, Georgia. Project consisted of the construction of 4 new natural gas powered turbined to produce electricity with a cost in the billion and over 3,500 workers sitewide.

Championed a 99.6% safety approval rate with only 3 first aids during Urquhart Freeze Protection Project. Responsible for full scope of site safety while coordinating efforts wth the corporate office.

Responsible for the safety orientation on on-site testing for all new hire, rehire and transferred employees and sub-contractors. Provided safety related updates to the project.

Maintained zero incident safety programs.

Ensured that contingency plans were understood by employees and contracted work personnel

Ensured compliance with safety procedures, maintained contractor client safety communications and teamed on weekly general contractor and other sub-contractor safety meetings.

Led safety compliance audits to pinpoint unsafe conditions/work practices in a new power plant. Managed safety-related recordkeeping and conducted monthly training programs.

Delivered safety training to up to 25 personnel spanning a range of topics, including electrical safety, personal protective equipment, heat injury prevention, confined space entry, HazCom, blood-borne pathogens, walking/working surfaces, and hand/power tools.

Extensive knowledge of Corps of Engineers (COE) Safety Manual EM 385-1-1 while adhered to and implementing all United States Army Corps of Engineers Project EM-385-1 safety practices.

Various Project Based Assignments, Nationwide (2014-2011)

Various Project Based Assignments (Industrial, Commercial, and Manufacturing)

Safety Engineer, Safety Director,Safety Manager,Safety Supervisor, Safety Coordinator

HMIS, Inc., Calvert, AL (May 2010 – September 2011)

Stevens Patton Construction, Calvert, AL

United States Army Corps of Engineers standards based project

Ensured compliance with safety procedures, maintained contractor safety communications, and teamed on weekly contractor and pre-job safety meetings. Championed a drug-free workplace, rolling out safety training programs on OSHA compliance.

Fagen, Inc., Clarksville, TN (September 2011 – February 2012)

United States Army Corps of Engineers standards based project

Provided required safety services to the client, Hemlock Semi-Conductor Chemical Plant, during construction and helped assure the existing safety program was followed.

CCC Group, Inc., Tanner, AL(May 2013 – September 2013)

Onynx Safety Services, Inc., Three Rivers, TX (September 2013 – December 2013)

United States Army Corps of Engineers standards based project

Performed permit writing for the fourth quarter scheduled maintenance at Alky Unit at the Valero Oil Refinery. Performed daily routine sniff test in the Alky Unit before, during, and after work has been completed.

Jacobs Engineering, Morenci, AZ (February 2014 – March 2014)

United States Army Corps of Engineers standards based project

Met the standards of the newly introduced MSHA mining safety plan, reviewing all construction projects to identify and address hazards with minimal impact on workflow. Led work-site evaluations to verify compliance with all requisites, customized safety plans and industry best practices.

Plummeted accident rates by >80% through relationship-building with employees and medical staff.

Heightend awareness of safety measures and reduced recordable incident rates.

Led work-site evaluations to verify compliance with all requisites.

Maintained zero incident rating for six week turnaround.

Participated in the 24 hours shift change meetings with other safety engineers with previous shift work.

Performed specific job task assignments for crafts during scheduled maintenance turnaround and eliminated risks for employee entering the unit.

Ensured compliance with safety procedures, maintained contractor safety communications, and teamed on weekly contractor and pre-job safety meetings.

Extensive knowledge of Corps of Engineers (COE) Safety Manual EM 385-1-1 while adhered to and implementing all United States Army Corps of Engineers Project EM-385-1 safety practices.

US Army Corps of Engineers, Tuscaloosa, AL (April 2011 – September 2011)

Contract Site Safety Technician

United States Army Corps of Engineers standards based project

Oversaw site safety throughout the clean-up of April, 2011 tornado disaster. Accountedfor assigned territory safety operations, accident/incident reporting, and management of 30 crews with a total of 150 personnel. Guided the safe removal of > 200,000 tons of debris, vegetation, and concrete while driving an 80%. Ensured compliance to US Army Corps of Engineers safety standards of and enhanced communications, production, and safety awareness.

Helped decrease in field accidents and incidents.

Contributed to reorganized safety operations, instituting constant monitoring of US Army Corps of Engineers safety standards.

Extensive knowledge of Corps of Engineers (COE) Safety Manual EM 385-1-1 while adhered to and implementing all United States Army Corps of Engineers Project EM-385-1 safety practices.

Various Project Based Assignments, Nationwide (2008-2011)

Various Project Based Assignments (Industrial, Commercial, and Manufacturing)

ESCOE RIGGING, Columbus, GA

DURR, INC., Greenville, SC

Safety Coordinator

Instituted corrective actions for identified hazards while maximizing regulatory compliance and minimizing safety and work flow losses.

Authored detailed accident reports and decreased recordable incidents by building strong relationships with employees/medical personnel and negotiating appropriate alternatives

Validated compliance with regulations, site-specific safety plans, and industry best practices by leading work-site assessments and walk-throughs.

Cut incident rate > 30% and overall accident rate 90% by conducting daily toolbox briefings, patrolling worksite prior to project launch, and monitoring job safety analysis (JSA) discussions

Improved safety by conducting safety inspections and analyzing risk assessments with staff to identify and resolve workplace safety hazards.

Education & Credentials

Master’s Degree in Project Management, KELLER GRADUATE SCHOOL – Atlanta, GA (2013)

Bachelor of Arts in Marketing,SAVANNAH STATE UNIVERSITY – Savannah, GA(2001)

Licensed Safety Professional (LSP), NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SAFETY PROFESSIONALS:

Safety Manager/Trainer (STS/SPS + HTS)

Integrated Safety Management (IST)

Environmental, Health & Safety Management Specialist (EHS)

Safety Auditor (SAC)

Emergency Management Specialist (SEM)

Ergonomics Technician (CET)

DOT HAZMAT Technician (CDT)

Advanced Safety Professional (CSC)

Professional Development

NFPA 70E

OSHA Hazwoper (40hr)

Forklift Operations (Certified)

Ladders, Stairs & Scaffolding Safety

Aerial Lift (Certified)

CPR (ARC Certified)

Corps of Engineers (USACOE) EM 385-1-1

Fall Protection Safety

First Aid (ARC Certified)

High Angle Rescue Trained Technician I

Lock-out/Tag-Out Safety

AED – Adult (ARC Certified)

OSHA Training Institute OTI 510: Occupational Safety & Health Standards for Constructional Industry

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