Safety Director Workers' Compensation

Kevin Kenney

Pickerington, OH ***** 614-***-**** ********@*****.***

Summary

Seasoned Safety Director with broad experience in constructing and enforcing safety policies. Distinguished for meticulous attention to detail, commitment to employee well-being, and knowledge of safety regulations across various industries. Instrumental in reducing workplace accidents and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Skilled in training staff on safety protocols, conducting regular inspections, and creating a culture centered around safety.

Skills

Electrical Safety

OSHA Compliance

Crisis Management

Chemical Handling

Fall protection

IIPP management

Construction safety

Hazardous assessment plans

Hazard Identification

Emergency Action Planning

Safety Training

Experience

DIRECTOR OF SAFETY 01/2013 - Current

Reiner construction - Columbus, Ohio

Developed and implemented safety policies to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.

Reviewed incident reports from workers' compensation claims to assess effectiveness of current safety measures.

Assisted in the development of emergency response plans in case of accidents or disasters.

Organized fire drills on a regular basis to verify preparedness for emergencies.

Investigated incidents of injury or illness to determine root cause and corrective action plans.

Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations related to occupational health and safety.

Consulted with external stakeholders regarding their roles in ensuring a safe work environment.

Monitored employee performance to ensure safe working practices are followed.

Conducted regular safety meetings for staff to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Intervened in unsafe situations to prevent injuries or property damage.

Developed and implemented safety policies, procedures, and standards.

Created reports on health and safety metrics such as accident rates, lost time days.

Drafted annual budget proposals for new safety initiatives based on identified needs.

Maintained records of inspection findings, hazard assessments, and corrective actions taken.

Provided training on proper use of PPE and other safety protocols.

Inspected facilities regularly for compliance with OSHA standards.

Participated in industry-wide committees focused on improving overall worker health and safety standards.

Collaborated with management teams to develop strategies that promote safe work practices.

Conducted trainings for company employees on safety initiatives to comply with federal regulations.

Investigated accidents to identify causes and prevent future incidences.

Provided health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.

SAFETY CONSULTANT 02/1995 - Current

KESC Inc. - Pickerington, Ohio

Provide loss control and safety services to a host of industrial and construction related clients. Companies included; BF Goodrich, Evergreen Environmental, Middough Construction, The Cleveland Safety Council, Kennedy and Western University, CAI Inc., Hunter Manufacturing, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, NEETEC, The National Safety Council.

Provided on-site training for employees on workplace safety practices.

Drafted recommendations for improvement based on audit findings.

Provided advice on the selection of personal protective equipment.

Developed and implemented safety policies, procedures, and programs in accordance with government regulations.

SUPERINTENDENT DIVISION OF SAFETY AND HYGIENE 02/1997 - 08/1999

Ohio Bureau Of Workers' Compensation – Columbus, Ohio

Oversaw the direction of 200 safety and health professionals in the areas of safety, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, training, and publication.

Managed of budget of $20 million on a statewide basis

Implemented a Safety Incentive Program (SIP) to work closely with penalty rated employers to improve their costs.

Instrumental in reducing loss rates in Ohio over 18% in two years and returned over $5.5 billion to employers.

Developed strategies for cost control, scheduling, quality assurance and problem solving.

Worked closely with all groups in the state relating to the group-rating program.

MANAGER OF SAFETY/ENGINEERING MANAGER 03/1990 - 03/1995

EBASCO/SAIC - Cleveland, Ohio

Managed safety-engineering department for contract at NASA Lewis Research Center. Contract size in excess of $22 million.

Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.

Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.

Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.

Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.

Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.

Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.

Coordinated cross-departmental projects to ensure timely and successful completion.

Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.

Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.

MANAGER- SAFETY, HEALTH, AND SECURITY 01/1988 - 01/1990

Laidlaw Environmental Services - Cleveland, Ohio

Managed the environmental health, safety, and security program for large hazardous waste company with numerous facilities that service government and industrial waste procedures for the safe storage, handling and transportation of hazardous waste. This included the construction of a large incinerator on the property for disposing of waste.

Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Oversaw daily operations, maintaining efficiency and quality standards.

Coordinated cross-departmental projects to ensure timely and successful completion.

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH SPECIALIST 02/1985 - 03/1987

United States Defense department - Aberdeen, MD

Served as primary safety consultant to all levels of management and employees of organizations serviced by the installation safety office. This included being the primary resource for all construction activities on the military installation.

Conducted regular meetings with staff to review progress and address any concerns.

Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.

ASSISTANT SAFETY DIRECTOR 05/1982 - 06/1984

North American Coal Company - Huff, PA

Conducted extensive studies that included; ventilation and dust surveys, ergonomics of mining machines, fire protection, and hearing protection.

Conducted compliance inspections with MSHA personnel and general walk around inspection.

Conducted safety briefings to inform crews of safety hazards.

Conducted Safety education classes

Education and Training

Indiana University of Pennsylvania - Indiana, PA Masters Safety Engineering

Engineering, 06/1987

Oak Ridge Associates University - Oak Ridge, TN Applied Health Physics

06/1985

Indiana University of Pennsylvania - Indiana, PA Safety Engineering

Engineering, 06/1984

Certifications

Memberships include; American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE), Professional member National Safety Council, Member Executive Commitee-Chemical Section, National Safety Council Chairman-Hazardous waste committee, Cleveland Safety council, Executive member, AASCIF Chairman-Loss Control Commitee.

Expert witness, have testified in the areas of fire protection and environmental safety and health

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