career objective                                                                                                                

results-driven safety and security professional eager to contribute extensive industry knowledge toward supporting the employer in increasing workplace safety

profile                                                                                                                                  

ø  offer more than 6 years of progressive safety experience; with expertise in industrial processes, mechanics, chemistry, psychology and industrial health and safety laws

ø  proactively conduct inspections, air quality tests, industrial hygiene surveys, investigations, and internal audits; keen eye for detail and emphasis on environmental protection and preventing hazards

ø  diligently document and analyze complex data to generate critical reports; demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to non c technical personnel

ø  mentor and train top performing teams and contractors  to minimize potential risks; implement employee safety measures

ø  proficient in incident command system; exceptional capacity to react calmly, effectively, and efficiently in emergency situations

ø  ensure regulatory compliance; depth of knowledge in osha and nfpa safety standards

education & professional development                                                                       

north carolina agricultural and technical state university, greensboro, nc

master of science in occupational safety and health                                                                                                                                         2005

bachelor of science in occupational safety and health                                                                                                                                     2003

 

~ certifications ~

osha construction standard certification (30-hour) ~ osha general industry safety and health certification (30-hour) ~

osha hazmat technician certification (24-hour) ~ emergency response, firefighting, and rescue certification ~

american red cross first aid/adult cpr/aed certification

professional experience                                                                                                  

agency manager, avis rental, lakeland, fl                                                                                                                                                                12/07 c 7/08

         oversaw all aspects of daily operations while maintain excellent customer satisfaction levels

         effectively trained and led staff, performed administrative functions, ensured financial transaction and reporting accuracy, and managed a high volume of data

safety and health coordinator, taminco higher amines (formerly arkema), riverview, mi                                                        12/06 c 11/07

         proficiently directed safety and emergency preparedness at chemical plant operated by a leading producer of amines and derived molecules

         regularly toured facilities, inspected fire and safety equipment, examined machinery, conducted staff/contractor industrial hygiene surveys, and audited plant procedural compliance; identified and eliminated potential hazards

         administered air quality tests for harmful gases and vapors including furan and ethylene oxide

         provided confined space and evacuation training for contractors; served as active member of fire brigade and emergency response team

 

industrial hygienist, gilbarco, inc. greensboro, nc                                                                                                                                     2/04 c 7/06

         established safety program aimed at preventing safety risks in a lead soldering environment; trained personnel on proper procedures

         conducted extensive health, safety, and environmental inspections as well as quality tests for harmful gases and vapors including xylene, acetone, benzene, and unleaded gas

         investigated plant accidents to determine and resolve root causes; maintained detailed documentation including material safety data sheets (msds) on 500 chemicals

           successfully completed intensive four-month internship

safety intern, polo ralph lauren, high point, nc                                                                                                                                         5/01 c 8/01  

         inspected plant facilities including eyewash and shower stations, maintained first aid supplies, conducted job hazard analyses, and catalogued chemicals on msds

         performed ergonomic assessments for office staff

         assisted with random drug screenings for personnel

 

~ prior background information available ~

~ conferences & seminars ~

safety and health conference, chicago, il                                                                                                                                                              2007
corporate homeland security, detroit, mi                                                                                                                                                                 2007
behavioral safety technology, san antonio, tx                                                                                                                                                      2007

michigan safety conference, grand rapids, mi                                                                                                                                                       2007
north carolina safety conference, greensboro, nc                                                                                                                        2002, 2003, 2004

american industrial hygiene conference, durham, nc                                                                                                                                         2002

 

 

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dear__________________:

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a safety coordinator capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include more than six years of active involvement in the safety and health industry, with a solid history of training and supervising professionals in the field.  i have effectively applied my skills and knowledge toward investigations, inspections, and execution of policies and procedures.  i excel at appropriately managing multiple concurrent responsibilities in busy production environments.  i am adept at working closely with staff and contractors to ensure compliance with all osha, nfpa, federal, state, and local government regulations, as well as corporate policies and procedures.  to complement this background, i hold a master s degree in occupational safety and health, have completed substantial professional training and certification, and have attended numerous industry conferences. 

 

as an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance.  i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your company, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

veronica mcneal

 

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dear _______________________________:

 

i would like to thank you for providing me the opportunity to interview with you and discuss the exciting safety management position currently available with your company.  having gained a deeper insight into the job requirements and your objectives, i am confident you will find me a valuable asset in achieving your goals.

 

as discussed, i am an enthusiastic, disciplined team player eager to launch a successful career as a dedicated member of your staff.  i believe you will find my depth of knowledge in risk prevention my vital to your operations and look forward to contributing to your success.

 

should you have any additional questions, or to discuss future employment opportunities, please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience.  again, thank you for the enlightening interview.  i look forward to your response.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

veronica mcneal