PHILLIP SURPRISE
OSHA and Environmental Policy Consultant
EXPERIENCE
OSHA and Environmental Policy Consultant
August 2023 - Present EHS Risk-Management, Troy, NY
CONTACT
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•Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends in occupational health and safety.
•Coordinated the installation of appropriate warning signs around the facility when needed.
•Served as liaison between management and workers on safety-related issues.
•Created and maintained safety records, including incident reports, accident investigations, training logs, and other
related documents.
•Provided emergency response services for incidents such as fires, spills, medical emergencies.
•Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop preventive measures.
•Conducted regular site inspections to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions.
•Performed employee orientations on health and safety policies and procedures.
•Reviewed contractor safety programs to ensure compliance with company standards.
•Monitored the implementation of corrective actions following audits or inspections.
•Ensured compliance with applicable local, state, and federal laws regarding workplace safety standards.
•Developed and implemented safety policies in accordance with OSHA regulations to ensure a safe work environment.
•Trained employees on proper use of personal protective equipment.
•Assisted in developing emergency action plans for hazardous materials incidents.
Troy, NY 12180
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results- driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value.
Firefighter
March 2023 - Present Shaker Road - Loudonville Fire Department, Colonie, NY
•Responded to fire alarms and other emergency situations or calls for service.
•Investigated fire causes and origins.
•Audited buildings for hazardous conditions and compliance to fire code standards.
•Reported on building inspections to address fire hazards and code violations.
Enlisted Soldier
March 2021 - Present NEW YORK STATE GUARD, Specialist
, Logistics, Peekskill, NY
JTF- Asylum Seeker Resource Support Mission – Environmental
and Safety Advisor, Sentry soldier. ( 2023-2025)
•Ensuring all necessary flowdowns to supply chain, shipping, quality, etc
•Are communicated timely and accurately
•Participate in the development of personnel through project leadership responsibilities and mentoring
•Proficient with U.S Army / National Gaurd Doctrine: Unified Land
•Operations, Operations Process, Mission Command, Training Units and
•Developing Leaders and Army Leadership
•Energy - Consistently maintains high levels of activity or productivity; sustains long working hours when necessary;
operates with vigor, effectiveness and determination over periods of time
•Perform other duties as assigned, Assisting in physical inventories
•Assists in all maintenance responsibilities and activities established by the warehouse
•Filing for incoming & outgoing paperwork
•Forklift Operations
•Forklift certification
•Maintaining a clean, neat orderly work area
•Processing orders through a computerized inventory system
•Collaborate with internal and external partners to develop and distribute creative assets
Supplied Products Technician
May 2012 - July 2023 Municipal Emergency Services, Scott Safety, Poughkeepsie, NY
•Test and repair Scott Safety SCBAs, compressors and related products
•Lead instructor for end user safety training and new hire training
•Demonstrates an appreciation of cost factors in the routine performance of duties; maximizes cost efficiency; implements
resource management strategies
•Ensure adherence to training standards
•Evaluates student progress periodically and provides feedback and counseling on a regular basis
•Documents problems as they arise
•Relays concerns and initiates problem solving in a timely manner
•Teaches in other education programs as requested
•Assists in the documentation of operating procedures and manufacturing and test data
•Provides technical support to manufacturing operations
•Reads and interprets technical drawings and manuals
•Receives trouble calls and e-mails from different sources and works with the engineering team to assist in the prompt
resolution of each problem
•Work with management to maximize production, efficiency, and quality to meet or exceed our customer expectations
•Ensures compliance with OSHA regulations and health andsafety practices
•Actively identify areas for improvement and contribute to plans aimed at reducing the occurrence of incidents
Firefighter
May 2009 - December 2022 Schuyler Heights Fire District, Watervliet, NY
•At Schuyler Heights FD, i have had the additional roles of Quartermaster, First Lieutenant, Second Captain and one of
the Safety Officers
•Generally all of these positions had involvement with safety equipment, training and training scheduling, instructing drills
and performing operations as required
•Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the
safety of the work environment
•Develops training, work or activity schedules to reflect daily work assignments
•Evaluates emergency medical situations, performs basic diagnosis, administers, and documents patient care as a DOT
First Responder or equivalent
•Manages the collection and analyses of all records of accidents, occupational injuries, illnesses, and exposure
•Perform facility fire prevention inspections and related services as directed
•Respond to Hazardous Materials emergencies and perform control and containment tasks
Regional Team Leader
August 2006 - May 2010 Impact Resource Group, Dayton, OH
•Built displays and performed other construction duties for Lowe's Home
•Improvement Center for their stores
•Assign all work assignments, commit the team to the work, manage the quality of the work and drive the people
management activities within the team
•Assist manager in tracking production, assigning work, and assessing team work load
•Assist with projects, audit and compliance reviews
•Monitoring performance and providing feedback and advice for improvement and development
•Willingly participates in Shared Responsibility and continuous improvement teams
•Review installation policies per installation manuals
•Performs verifications of manufacturing operations and line clearances for other product builders
•Builds product by following all processes in which certified and completing other assigned work, while meeting
manufacturing goals and metrics
•Building strong relationships with builders, property management companies and flooring subcontractors
EDUCATION
Hazwoper 40
August 2023
360 Training.Com
Relevant Coursework
•Hazwoper 40
Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) In Occupational Safety And Health
April 2023
COLUMBIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY, Orange Beach, AL
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Environmental Management
March 2024
Columbia Southern University, Orange Beach, AL
Relevant Coursework
•INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE SPECIALIST
•OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH SPECIALIST
Extracurricular Activities
•GPA 3.45
OSHA 10 - Construction
July 2022
360 TRAINING.COM, US
OSHA 10 - General Industry
July 2022
360 TRAINING.COM, US
Associate In Science (A.S.) In CRIMINAL JUSTICE
December 2002
Hudson Valley Community College, TROY, NY
Certified Environmental Specialist In Environmental Studies
Present
360 TRAINING, ONLINE, TX
OSHA 30 - CONSTRUCTION
360 TRAINING .COM
US
MSHA PART 46 TRAINING In MINE SAFETY
360 TRAINING.COM
US
SKILLS
•Safety and Security
•Report Preparation
•Incident Safety
•Emergency Communications
•Weekly Checks
•Fire Protection System Testing
•Life and Property Protection
•Supply Procurement
•File and Records Management
•Emergency Response Procedures
•First Aid Certified
•Cooperative Relationships
CERTIFICATIONS
•FIREFIGHTER 1
•FIREFIGHTER 2
•Industrial Hygiene Specialist
•Occupational Safety and Health Compliance Specialist
•HAZMAT TECH 1
•HAZMAT TECH 2
•FIREFIGHTER SURVIVAL
•CPR / STOP THE BLEED
•Chainsaw D.O.L.
•Graduated Safety Professional