Richard Flores

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Concord, CA 94518

Mobile Phone: 925-***-****

E-mail: glgtk8@r.postjobfree.com

SAFETY AND HEALTH MANAGER

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OBJECTIVE

Maintain and enhance my qualifications as a Safety and Health and other areas as opportunities present themselves. Work within a structure that will utilize my experience in construction and safety management. Assimilate into an environment of team work and professionalism with an emphasis on safety and quality. Provide a safe, profitable working environment with a direct and cost effective approach.

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TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS SUMMARY

OSHA 30 Hour, OSHA 10 Hour, Cal/OSHA 8 hour, Asbestos 16 hour, Lead in Construction, Lead Awareness, Asbestos in construction, Scaffold Competency Training, Trench/Excavation Competency Training, Respiratory Training Instructor (3M), Accident Investigation, CPR/First Aid, Qualified Rigger, Forklift Operator (All Terrain), Forklift Operator (Class 1,4, & 5), Aerial Work Platform Operator, Ramset PAT Trainer, and Hilti PAT Operator.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Current position

Aerotek | Alameda, CA

Construction – Temporary Services Provider

I am currently assigned to the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory to provide safety oversight and management for a re-roof project at Building 6. My responsibilities and duties include; prepare site specific plans for scaffold erection and use, fall protection work plan for interior and exterior work, Job Hazard Analysis for each trade, daily Pre-Task Hazard Analysis for all work. Prepare daily safety reviews; perform daily scaffold inspections; and weekly job site safety inspections. Supervise the installation of interior plastic barrier at roof trusses, roof shingle tear-off and installation. Provide lead awareness training, weekly tailgate training, and monitor job site safety.

Safety and Health Manager

(Competent Person in Safety)

September 2007 – February 2011

Cahill Contractors Inc. | San Francisco, CA

Construction - Residential & Commercial/Office

Review, update, and implement Injury and Illness Prevention Program (I&IPP), develop and maintain a partnership with Cal/OSHA through their Safety and Health Achievement Reward Program (SHARP). Conduct Pre-Construction Safety meetings (Job Hazard Analysis) to communicate site safety expectations. Write and implement Site Specific Safety Plans to include lead and asbestos management, crane, scaffold, fall protection, fire protection, and other jobsite hazards. Oversee safety for jobs involving lead based paint in demolition operations and asbestos repair and maintenance. Manage, schedule, and provide safety training for personnel in lead and asbestos awareness, Trench & Excavation, Fall Protection, Scaffolds, Respiratory Protection, Heat Illness, and other hazards. Inspect jobsites, conduct and analyze accident/incident investigations to target root cause, and monitor workers compensation process. Maintain OSHA 500 Outreach Trainer Certification and ICC Building Inspector Certifications.

Safety/Quality Assurance Manager

March 2003 - August 2007

Centex Homes/Bay Area Division | San Ramon, CA

Construction - Residential & Commercial/Office

Write and implement the California (I&IPP) resulting in a partnership with Cal/OSHA through their SHARP. Provide or schedule training as outlined in the I&IPP. Conduct site safety inspections, accident/incident investigations, and manage the closure of notices to subcontractors to create a safety culture among our subcontractors. Field Manager performance tracked, measured, and rewarded through incentives resulting in reduced losses and insurance rates. Advise subcontractors in the development and management of their I&IPP. Oversee and consult 3 other divisions as needed in California. Develop a budget for the division with the accounting team costing, on average, .001% per home.

Develop and implement a quality control program. Including inspecting homes during the construction process then submitting reports to site managers and the Director of Construction Operations. Field Manager performance tracked, measured, and rewarded through incentives resulting in a #1 rating in the Bay Area through J.D. Power and Associates.

Create and manage incentive programs for both Safety and Quality Control to reward performance through inspection, statistics, and attaching to the division’s bonus structure. Procure and maintain OSHA 500 Outreach Trainer Certification and maintain ICC Building Inspector Certifications.

Quality Control/Safety/SWPPP Manager

April 1998 - March 2003

OBRIEN HOMES | San Mateo, CA

Construction - Residential & Commercial/Office

Develop quality control policies and procedures. Inspect homes during the construction process then submit reports to site managers and company principal. Review and manage special inspection reports conducted by consultants and follow up with omissions or deficiencies. Report on the status of quality control for each project at operations meetings. Submit reports for contractor and employee evaluation.

Implement an erosion control program and assure erosion control Best Management Practices are implemented and maintained. Submit annual reports to the Regional Water Quality Control Board, coordinate permit applications with fees, and file Notices of Intent and/or Termination.

Administer, review, and update the I&IPP and provide a manual for each project with policies and procedures. Inspect projects periodically, notify subcontractors of any hazards observed and follow up on resolutions. Provide safety training for site managers.

Perform the duties of project manager or superintendent when needed. Work within the budget of each project for production, erosion control, and safety. Procure and maintain ICC Building Inspector Certification.

Field Account Manager

April 1994 - April 1998

Home Finishes | San Ramon, CA

(This employer is no longer in business)

Construction – Residential

Manage and supervise one to six subordinates in the finishes of residential construction. Match labor skills to job requisition tasks. Meet client production time lines in product delivery and follow up with customer service requests. Manage invoice accounting of man hours and billing. Insure client needs for quality in workmanship are being met. Assimilate into a clients profile and perform construction management and customer service responsibilities. Work within the budget of a client’s project.

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EDUCATION

Some College Coursework Completed, I have not graduated

Solano Community College | Suisun, CA

San Jose City College | San Jose, CA

Diablo Valley College | Pleasant Hill, CA

Gen. Ed. /Civil Engineering-74 Semester Units

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CERTIFICATIONS

Building Inspector

12/2009 Renew in 12/2012.

International Code Council; Building Inspector in the ICC and UBC.

OSHA 500 Construction Outreach Trainer

9/2008 Renew in 9/2012

University of California, San Diego

Authorized to conduct 10 and 30 hour Construction outreach training in accordance with the guidelines provided by the OSHA Training Institute

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OTHER SKILLS

Microsoft Excell Intermediate

Windows Vista Intermediate

Windows XP Intermediate

Microsoft Word Intermediate

Microsoft Outlook Intermediate

Microsoft Power Point Intermediate

Lotus Notes Intermediate

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LANGUAGES

Spanish Intermediate

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