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Rich Masica

Columbia,WI

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Safety Manager with over thirteen years of experience in developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive safety programs. Proven track record of significantly reducing workplace incidents and ensuring regulatory compliance through targeted training and proactive risk assessment initiatives. Expertise in fostering a safety-first culture by collaborating with management and staff to identify hazards, promote safe work practices, and enhance overall workplace safety. Committed to continuous improvement and the advancement of safety standards within organizations.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Safety Manager

Top Shelf Safety
08.2024 - Current
  • Responsible for conducting orientation and jobsite specific training for 50+ employees.
  • Assisted in LOTO procedures and documentation.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Ensure that the project site follows safety requirements.
  • Updated contract, project, and crew leaders with daily status reports on observations and incidents.
  • Negotiated agreements between employees to clarify misunderstood directions and resolve conflicts affecting performance.
  • Acted as First Responder in emergency situations, applying CPR and First Aid training.
  • Trained employees in most current regulations and practices in effort to prevent mishaps and promote overall safety.
  • Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
  • Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.

Safety Manager

Universal Piping Industries
12.2023 - 07.2024
  • Assisted in LOTO procedures and documentation.
  • Provide safety orientations and training for new employees.
  • Conducted job site accident investigations and reporting.
  • Inspected job site daily to ensure that all employees follow OSHA standards.
  • Responsible for conducting orientation and jobsite specific training.

Safety Manager / Risk Manager

Gallagher-Kaiser Corporation
01.2013 - 10.2023
  • Assess compliance of site operations, accuracy of forms and adequate employee notification for different policies.
  • Addressed non-compliance issues and suggested remediation.
  • Facilitated training for employees.
  • Supervise and direct the Field Safety Specialists to accomplish team goals and objectives.
  • Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies through investigation and analyses.
  • Updated contract, project, and crew leaders with daily status reports on observations and incidents.
  • Directed recordkeeping and paperwork preparation in line with OSHA requirements and the customer.
  • Collaborated with contract management and optimized procedures at numerous sites with 700+ employees.
  • Identify best practices and lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce work-process risks, raise safety awareness, and improve safe work practices.
  • Handled all workers’ compensation claims, including filing and claim management.
  • Partnering with medical providers to exhaust all first aid methods to minimize recordable incidents.
  • Create and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly safety reports.
  • Conduct site safety orientations for all trades
  • Conduct week and daily site safety observations
  • GM- Lake Orion, MI 11/22-10/23
  • GM-Spring Hill, TN 10/21-11/22
  • GM- Factory Zero, Detroit, MI 07/20-10/21
  • GM- Arlington, TX 07/17-07/20
  • GM- Fort Wayne, IN 04/15- 07/17
  • GM- Fairfax-Kanas City, KS 10/13-02/15
  • GM- Arlington, TX 01/13-07/13

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Berea College
Berea, KY
05.1999

Skills

  • Risk management analysis
  • Team collaboration
  • Proficient in OSHA compliance standards
  • Solid grasp of operational workflows in manufacturing and construction
  • Hazard identification
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Lockout/tagout program management

Certification

  • CPR/AED/First Aid
  • OSHA 30 Hour Construction & General Industry
  • OSHA 510 Standards for Construction Industry
  • OSHA 500 Outreach Authorized Trainer

Timeline

Safety Manager

Top Shelf Safety
08.2024 - Current

Safety Manager

Universal Piping Industries
12.2023 - 07.2024

Safety Manager / Risk Manager

Gallagher-Kaiser Corporation
01.2013 - 10.2023

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Berea College
Rich Masica