REGINALD FORREST
Hephzibah
Summary
Dynamic Hazardous Materials Specialist with Savannah River Nuclear Solutions LLC, adept at enhancing compliance and safety through innovative training programs and streamlined waste management processes. Proven ability to reduce workplace accidents by 30% while fostering team collaboration and effective communication in emergency response planning and hazardous materials handling.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hazardous Materials Specialist
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions LLC.
Aiken, SC
12.1984 - 10.2023
- Conducted hazardous materials inspections ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Developed and implemented training programs for hazardous waste management.
- Coordinated disposal of hazardous materials, reducing environmental impact.
- Assisted in emergency response planning for hazardous materials incidents.
- Analyzed material safety data sheets to ensure proper handling procedures.
- Led cross-functional teams in identifying and mitigating hazardous material risks.
- Streamlined processes for hazardous waste tracking and reporting, enhancing efficiency.
- Evaluated regulatory changes affecting hazardous materials management, advising leadership on compliance strategies.
- Developed emergency preparedness plans for hazardous material incidents, outlining response protocols and communication procedures for all stakeholders involved.
- Increased awareness of hazardous material risks among employees through regular safety meetings, trainings, and visual reminders throughout the workplace.
- Optimized transportation routes for the safe movement of hazardous materials across multiple locations while adhering to strict regulatory guidelines.
- Collaborated with management to develop effective hazard communication plans, ensuring clear communication during emergencies.
- Developed strategies to minimize environmental impact from spills or leaks by proactively monitoring containment systems and implementing preventative maintenance protocols.
- Assisted in establishing spill response teams, equipping them with necessary tools and knowledge to respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Enhanced safety procedures by developing and implementing comprehensive hazardous materials training programs.
- Increased compliance with federal and state regulations by conducting regular audits of chemical storage facilities and transportation methods.
- Streamlined hazardous waste disposal processes, resulting in cost savings and increased efficiency for the organization.
- Recorded numbers of containers stored at disposal sites, specifying amounts or types of equipment or waste disposed.
- Located and removed radioactive materials, contaminated soil and fuel.
- Monitored contaminated area to determine scope of hazard and progress of cleaning efforts against targets.
- Contained dangerous materials on site by building structures or walls to restrict access prior to removal processes.
- Evaluated hazardous conditions to develop successful mitigation strategy and maintain public safety throughout procedures.
- Cleaned contaminated equipment or areas for reuse using detergents or solvents, sandblasters or steam cleaners.
- Adhered to all defined safety protocols, company requirements and federal and local laws to maintain safe and controlled environments.
- Sampled and characterized waste to generate accurate materials profiles.
- Arranged pick-ups, managed documentation and reported quantities of waste to help coordinators make appropriate planning decisions.
- Reduced the number of workplace accidents involving hazardous materials by providing ongoing education for employees on proper handling techniques.
- Provided technical assistance to project teams during the planning stages of new initiatives involving hazardous materials handling or storage requirements.
- Maximized protections by accurately labeling hazardous waste containers in line with environmental and safety requirements.
- Facilitated incident investigations involving hazardous materials exposures or releases, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
- Minimized environmental risks through diligent identification, containment, and disposal of hazardous materials.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology/Chemistry
Augusta College (Augusta University)
Augusta, GA09-1984
Skills
- Chemical safety procedures
- Sampling and analysis methods
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Public health protection
- Personal protective equipment
- Industrial hygiene practices
- Hazardous waste management
- Emergency response planning
- Hazardous materials identification
- Material safety data sheets
- Environmental regulations compliance
- Decontamination techniques
- Asbestos abatement procedures
- Hazardous materials training
- Biological hazard awareness
- Storage and disposal guidelines
- Spill containment strategies
- Waste minimization techniques
- Radioactive material handling
- Air monitoring techniques
- Respiratory protection
- Hazardous waste storage
- EH&S reporting
- Decontamination procedures
- Site safety inspections
- Fire suppression techniques
- Accident investigations
- Hazardous material removal
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Team building
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Interpersonal skills
- Analytical thinking
- Goal setting
- Professionalism
- Incident reporting
- Interpersonal communication
- Safety training
Affiliations
- Toastmasters, Georgia PTA Board of Directors...8th District Director, Georgia PTA Male Involvement Chair, Vice Chair Richmond County Zoning and Appeals, Chair, Augusta University African-American Male Initiative Advisory Council, President, Mount Calvary Baptist Church Birthmonth Club, Founder/Owner, Forrest Fine Art and Gifts.
Certification
National PTA Urban Family Parental Rights and Responsibilities Certification
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Hazardous Materials Specialist
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions LLC.
12.1984 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology/Chemistry
Augusta College (Augusta University)