Safety Professional

Certifications:

CIHM, Certified Industrial Hygiene Mgr. 2010

FEMA Professional Dev. Emergency Response 2011

CERT-Community Emergency Response Team-2011

OSHA 500 & 501 Trainer, 2006

COSS, Certified Occupational Safety Specialist 2006

ASM, Advanced Safety Mgmt. 2006

CHRM, Certified Human Res. Mgr. 2004

CECM, Certified Env. Compliance Mgr. 2004

Hazwoper Site Worker, 2009

Hazmat Technician, 2009

Hazwoper 8-hr Refresher-2011

MSHA-New Miner Certified- 5000-23, 2009

First Aid/CPR, 2009

Train the Trainer Field Drug testing Specialist 2008

Registered Flagger-2011 MO.

Asbestos Inspector, 2011 KS,MO

Asbestos Supervisor, 2011 KS, MO, TX, LA, AL, NE, FL

Key Skills:

Multi Site Safety Management

OSHA regulations

Safety Inspections, RCA investigations, and reporting

Disaster Management

Due diligence reviews

Regulatory Compliance

Risk and Hazard Analysis, Trend Review

Policy & Procedure Development

Environmental

regulations

Additional Qualifications:

TWIC – Transportation Worker’s ID Credential

Phosphate Card – Florida Phosphate Producers ID# 415915

DEP Stormwater, Sediment, Erosion Control Inspector – Inspector # 22577

FEMA Training

IS-00100.LE -- Introduction to Incident Command System

IS-00546 -- Continuity of Operations (COOP)

IS-00700 -- National Incident Management System (NIMS)

IS-00701 -- National Incident Management System Multi Agency Coordination System

IS-00702 -- NIMS Public Information Systems

IS-00703 -- NIMS Resource Management Systems

IS-00800.A -- National Response Plan (NRP)

IS-01900-National Disaster Medical System(NDMS)

IS-00860.a National Infrastructure Protection Plan

IS-00235.a Emergency Planning

IS-230.a Emergency Management

IS-241 Decision Making & Problem Solving

IS-242 Effective Communication

IS-240.a Leadership & Influence (cont’d)

IS-244.a Managing Volunteers

IS-139 Exercise Design

OSHA Academy Training

Certified Safety

Manager 2010

Certified Safety

Supervisor 2010

Certified Emergency

Action Plan

Mgmt.2010

Education

BS in Safety Engineering- WNU-2008

BS in Occupational Safety & Health, Columbia Southern University

(Pending completion 2012)

SANDI J POTTS

618-***-**** Cell

hat9s5@r.postjobfree.com

4321 W 26th Terrace, Lawrence, Kansas 66047

Seeking a position as a

-SAFETY PROFESSIONAL -

in an organization in need of a professional with proven leadership skills,

Multitasking abilities and implementation of strategies that achieve desired results.

Accomplished and results driven with demonstrated experience in Safety, Health and Environmental management with expertise in leadership, strategic planning, analytical skills, quality control, quality assurance, general safety support services, investigations, establishing and maintaining hazard communication programs, trainings, environmental safety protocols, fire suppression system and facility inspections. Visionary and results-oriented who synthesizes business facts, events and concepts to produce realistic and long-range plans for the development of the company. Strong interpersonal and communication skills coupled with vision, business insight, and astute problem solving abilities. Recognized for professionalism, creativity, positive mental attitude, commitment to excellence and demonstrated ability to work with co-workers at all levels.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Certified in Principles of Safety Management Regulatory Compliance Reviews

Worker’s Compensation OSHA 1910.119 ASM

Lock Out/Tag Out First Aid/CPR Certified

Operational Efficiencies OSHA 1910 30 Hr General Industry

Safety Inspections Accident Investigation

Record Keeping & Documentation Hazard Communication

OSHA 1926 30 Hr General Ind. Trainer Ins. Liability Assessment

OSHA 1910 30 Hr Construction Trainer Supervision and Safety Briefings

Employee Training Microsoft Office Applications

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

EMR,INC Corporate Health & Safety/Sr.Project Manager 2010 - Present

Corporate Health & Safety Officer/Sr. Project Mgr. Lawrence Kansas

__ Development of the MC 252 Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill Safety Response, recruiting and

coordination of 350+ Safety Professionals, mobilization of 67 sites located in four (4)

states.

__ Responded with 45 person emergency response team to Joplin, MO. With-in 48 hours of tornado

disaster. Acted as Team Lead in debris segregation, demolition crews, and asbestos identification.

__ Make field surveys to investigate existing safety processes, site layouts and conditions on existing

and new contracts.

__ Ensures conformance with OSHA codes, safety standards, and other agency criteria as

determined by the US Coast Guard, US EPA and British Petroleum (BP).

__ Managed timely coordination of safety staff to ensure proper project delivery of

Personnel and resources to necessary locations throughout the gulf coast.

__ Coordinate pre-project, staff, in-progress-reviews, and other project-related

meetings.

__ Develop Corporate Health & Safety Plan, ISNetworld oil & pipeline compliance and

quarterly updates for Ledcor, Oneok, Murphy Oil, Williams Midstream oil companies.

__ Site and Project review, HASP development per project requirements

__ Monitor and develop business leads in four business lines.

__ Coordinate hours, rotations, deployment, performed pre-employment and random drug

screening, and background screening programs for multiple contractor and sub-

contractors.

(Emergency and Railroad Spill Response, Construction Safety and Project Management Industry)

Tampa Area Safety Council – Contract/Project work 2006 - Present

ADJUNCT FACULTY Tampa, FL

__ Instructor for Safety and OSHA certification programs

(Construction & General Industry)

Dinkelman Landscaping 2006 – Present

SAFETY CONSULTANT CARLYLE, IL

Instructed contract site work on OSHA safety, and miscellaneous other job safety programs.

___ Developed safety training, policy and procedure for Right of Way contracted accounts

__ Safety Liaison for pipeline clearing, landscaping, and DOT contracts

___ Monitor online regulatory and safety sites PEC Premier, ISNetworld for Marathon and Buckeye

Oil Companies.

(landscaping, oil, pipeline clearing contract industry)

Safety, Training & Consulting, Inc 2009 - 2010

SITE SAFETY CONSULTANT LAKELAND, FL

Instructed multiple contractors on OSHA safety, and miscellaneous other job safety programs.

Monitored multiple work sites simultaneously for processes for adherence to OSHA guidelines by overseeing General Contractor & Sub Contractor inspections, recommending corrective measures.

Ensured that all safety requirements, including but not limited to OSHA inspections, and regulatory notifications are reviewed and tracked during construction and transition to service.

Facilitated audits, inspections, and meetings with HS & ESS, GCD Site staff and agencies, to resolve environmental health and safety issues during planning, construction, and transition to service.

Responsible for interfacing with safety representatives from all organizations as necessary to resolve/indentify safety related issues.

Provided oversight on General Contractor & Sub Contractor Environmental Health & Safety policies with Stop work authority in the case of IDLH situations.

(construction projects, fossil/nuclear plant ops, mining, environmental Industry)

HSK Industries 2004 - 2008

CORPORATE SAFETY DIRECTOR TAMPA, FL

Liaison to OSHA, EPA, DOT, and Environmental regulatory agencies. Managed full scope of safety services, investigations, inspections and analyses for 41 locations

Established and maintained hazard communication programs and environmental safety protocols

Experienced and effective working with people of diverse cultures and backgrounds

Provided leadership and guidance on all Health Safety Environmental related issues for mission critical activities

Developed Safety Plan, Disaster Management Plan, Policy & Procedures, site review, trend analysis, streamlined work comp reporting and case review improving MMI goals, annual cost reduction

Produced and conducted training towards workforce development, skill progress and safety

Environment.

(Manufacturing, Fabrication, Warehousing Industry)

Quest-ResCare 2001 - 2004

Human Resources Director/Safety Compliance Officer TAMPA, FL

Facilitated orientation and training for multiple locations

_ Department Head for maintenance and PRN staffing program, developed pilot program that

reduced overtime, increased employee retention and generated protocol for new business

venture in first year

_ reduced overtime by 35% in 90 days, over 50% in first year

Assisted and mentored new employees with Preferred Methods, Standard Operating Procedures

(Healthcare for Developmentally Disabled)

Carrier Clinic 2000 - 2001

Human Resources/Risk Management/Safety Director BELLE MEADE,NJ

Oversight of human resources, safety, housekeeping, operations, purchasing and dietary departments

Project management of onsite construction, liaison between hospital and contractors

Composed State and Federal grant proposals, achieved $ 1.4 million in approved grant funding

Proficient in JCAHO preparation and accreditation compliance reporting

Acted as patient advocate, implemented Patient Advocacy program

(Privately owned Psychiatric Hospital)

Fraenkel Furniture Co 1999 - 2000

Olive Branch, MS

Human Resources Director/Safety Director

Safety Compliance, developing & maintaining DOT files and regulations.

Implemented a successful security program that resulted in reduced internal theft and improved inventory control.

Efficient at recognizing hazards and mitigating employee and company exposure.

Utilized total focused observation program to identify unsafe behaviors, documentation of job safety analyses and implemented safety SOP’s

(Furniture & Bedding manufacturer, Warehousing, Shipping and Receiving)

SKC Enterprises 1992 - 1999

Mt. Vernon, IL

Store Manager/Human Resources

Managed retail operations, advertising, purchasing, merchandising, and training.

P & L responsibility, expense control, inventory control, and account management

safety related investigations, worker’s compensation reporting, managed modified duty program

Manager of Year award, Store of the Quarter and held record for most consecutive times awarded during employment, Store of the Month

developed a training store location to facilitate managerial candidates to over thirty five (35) store locations

(Retail Furniture & Appliance Industry)

Able to Relocate Available for Full-Time & Contract Assignments

Additional Training, activities and References available upon request

Memberships & Associations

IAEM-International Association of Emergency Managers- Member

Adjunct Faculty - Tampa Area Safety Council

Board of Directors –Tampa Area Safety Council

ASCE - American Society of Civil Engineers - Member

ASSE – American Society of Safety Engineers - Member

NAWIC - National Association of Women in Construction -Member

WCFSA-West Central Florida Safety Alliance – Director

OTAS - OSHA Technical Assistance Specialist – On call duty

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