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    Abbi Williams

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    Li Liao

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    Caul Barszczak

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    Mark Wilson

Section News

HSE Advisor with OCIP Exp.

SMG is seeking an HSE Advisor with OCIP experience in the Indianapolis, Indiana, area. 

This position will lead all aspects of the site Contractor Health, Safety, and Environmental (CHSEMP) program, including the following:

  • Performance of event investigation and performance evaluation as required in Contractor HSE Management Program (CHSEMP)
  • Must be proficient in root cause analysis
  • Administration support of claims management for all contractor-related events on the projects
  • Completing field observation reports and ensuring accurate documentation is entered into the tracking database
  • Translation of field observation findings into a summary format, including trend analysis
  • Participation in pre-bid and pre-contract meetings, as needed
  • Lead meetings from an HSE perspective and inform contractors/vendors in attendance of HSE requirements
  • Attendance at progress or contractor meetings as requested
  • Completion of process verifications to indicate conformance to the CHSEMP process
  • Assisting Owner employees during the Contract Firm HSE Qualification process
  • Prepares and provides reports of findings with recommendations for corrective action to appropriate customer personnel
  • Ensures work activities align with Owner, OSHA, and state regulations

Requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health and Safety from a four-year college or university, with a minimum of 3-5 years of related work experience
  • Professional Certification is desired. If not, the Advisor must be willing to obtain it
  • Ability to interpret and apply in practice, construction, and environmental information from all codes, standards, regulations, Federal and State laws, and applicable regulatory documents
  • Experience and a general understanding of industrial hygiene applications and process contractor HSE Advisor management requirements
  • Capable of providing contractor HSE Advisor support to various trades/services, including (but not limited to) facility maintenance, laboratories, housekeeping, and project construction
  • Have thorough knowledge of lead/asbestos regulations and hazardous waste handling
  • Prior experience/knowledge of risk management, statistical methods, and behavior-based contractor HSE Advisor concepts
  • Prior experience in program development and technical writing
  • Working knowledge of SharePoint and Microsoft Office products, including Word, Access, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Familiarity with statistical control methods.
  • Experience with Owner Controlled Insurance Programs (OCIP)

For more information visit HSE Advisor with OCIP Experience.

HSE Advisor (Indianapolis)

SMG is seeking an HSE Advisor in the Indianapolis, Indiana, area.

The key function of an HSE Advisor is to put safety at the forefront of their job, prioritize clients’ needs, work well in a team setting, be self-managed, and be flexible when it comes to change. 

Overview of Job Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership, insight, and recommendations for improvement from an HSE perspective
  • Help drive initiatives, take ownership, and set target dates with program enhancements
  • Complete verifications/self-assessments to indicate the level of conformance to the HSE program/policy. 
  • Make formal recommendations to the Business Area, the HSE, and the Environmental Management Team for program improvements
  • Meet with management and key stakeholders on a scheduled or as-needed basis
  • Ensure active participation in the relevant Business Area HSE Committee representing IFM Utilities
  • Conduct field observations and evaluate for trends
  • Develop and maintain leading and trailing HSE metrics

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Safety and Health Management
  • Five years experience
  • CSP, ASP, CHST preferred 
  • Professional Certification is desired. If not, the Advisor must be willing to obtain it
  • Ability to interpret and apply in practice, construction, and environmental information from all codes, standards, regulations, Federal and State laws, and applicable regulatory documents
  • General understanding of industrial hygiene applications and process contractor HSE Advisor management requirements
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Access, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Familiarity with statistical control methods

For more information visit HSE Advisor.

Lead Safety Advisor (Mt. Vernon, IN)

SMG is seeking a local Safety Advisor/Owner’s Rep – Construction in Mt. Vernon, Indiana.

The key function of a Safety Advisor is to put safety at the forefront of their job, prioritize the client’s needs, work well in a team setting, be self-managed, and be flexible when it comes to change and travel. The Associate in this role will work in a construction environment. The anticipated duration of this project is 3-5 years. 

 Overview of Job Responsibilities

  • Provide oversight for the site contractor safety program and staff
  • Manage/monitor the PQF program
  • Participate/Co-chair the SHEM 05/Contractor Safety Council meeting
  • Lead Site safety observations, including documentation of findings
  • Review for quality and timely action-oriented investigations
  • Report on 3rd party contractor performances monthly 
  • Report monthly KPI’s
  • Managed and review contractor safety plans
  • Conduct Job Hazard Analysis
  • Represent the contractor in progress meetings
  • Verify compliance with safety policies and procedures as required by law, the Owner, and contractors
  • Conduct New Hire Orientations and safety meetings
  • Provides incident management and support
  • Documentation and Report preparation
  • Conducts Contractor program reviews

Requirements

  • Ten plus years of construction safety experience
  • Bachelor’s degree required 
  • Must be self motivated with excellent written, verbal, and problem solving skills 
  • Experience on large manufacturing/construction
  • Experience with multi contractor oversight
  • Detailed knowledge and experience with 29 CFR 1926, 1910, and 1904
  • Minimum of three years’ Supervisory/Management experience 

For more information visit Lead Safety Advisor.

2024 Governor’s Workplace Safety Awards and Everyday Day Heros

The Indiana Department of Labor and Central Indiana ASSP announced the winners of the 2024 Governor’s Workplace Safety Awards during the Indiana Safety Conference on February 28, 2024. The awards “provide recognition for companies based on best practices for eliminating workplace injuries and illnesses, and salute employers who have made safety and health a top priority.”

The Indiana companies were awarded in four categories:

  • Education and Outreach: Kimball International (Jasper, IN)
  • Partnerships: ZF Active Safety and Electronics US LLC (Lafayette, IN)
  • Innovations: Masterbrand Cabinets LLC, Ferdinand Operations (Ferdinand, IN)
  • Rising Star: GE Aerospace Lafayette Engine Facility (Lafayette, IN)

At the awards luncheon, seven individuals were honored and received the “Everyday Safety Hero Award,” which recognizes Hoosiers who “have championed workplace safety and health excellence” in their workplaces. The Heros were nominated by their peers or employers.

  • Jesse Neese, Yardmaster, Grain Processing Corp. (Washington)
  • James Farley, Electrical and Instruments Technician, Grain Processing Corp. (Washington)
  • Jenny Waller, Bender Operator, Cardinal IG, (Fremont)
  • Andy Burnett, Airport Operations Center Communications Manager, Indianapolis Airport Authority (Indianapolis)
  • Tyler Conrad, Metal Production Associate, Viewrail – Plant 6 (Goshen)
  • Professor Kendra Erk, Professor of Materials Engineering, Purdue University, (West Lafayette)
  • Shane Hasebly, Building Senior Manager, Purdue University (West Lafayette)

For more information visit GWSA Awards.

Future Leaders Golf Outing Scholarship Recipients

Proceeds from the 2023 Future Leaders Golf Outing provided four $2,000 scholarships to Central Indiana Chapter Student Members. Several of the recipients attended the 2024 Indiana Safety Conference and were awarded the scholarships at the Governor’s Workplace Safety Awards luncheon. Congratulations to our recipients!

Andrew Brownfield – Indiana State University

Christian Bourbai – Indiana State University

Joseph Minton – Indiana State University

Caul Barszczak – Purdue University

Safety Advisor (Mt. Vernon, IN)

Safety Management Group seeks a Safety Advisor – Owner’s Rep in Mt. Vernon, Indiana.

The key function of a Safety Advisor is to put Safety at the forefront of their job, prioritize the client’s needs, work well in a team setting, be self-managed, and be flexible when it comes to change and travel.

Job Requirements

  • Timely response to EHSS incidents involving 3rd party contractors
  • Including but not limited to Incident reports, pictures, witness statements, etc.
  • Immediately communicate with field personnel or management to resolve violations of EHSS and Life Saving Rules. (Note: This may also include deciding to STOP WORK.)
  • Conduct field safety audits on a daily or project-based schedule
  • Input and track audit findings to closure
  • Assist the contractor safety leader with RCAs, 5-why, etc.
  • Serve as backup for TCON (badge system) and orientation

Requirements

  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Construction, Engineering, or related field preferred but not required (related/comparable work experience)
  • 5+ years in a plant or construction-related environment
  • Have or ability to obtain OSHA 500/501
  • Experience in Industrial Chemical Construction 
  • Experience with 29 CFR 1926, 1910, 1904, including field audit experience
  • Experience with JSA’s and LOTO 
  • Knowledge of rigging, scaffolding, fall protection, crane, and other large construction equipment
  • Proficient computer skills

For more information visit Safety Advisor.

Fire Safety Month Coloring Contest

Thank you to the children of several of our Chapter members for submitting your coloring sheet for Fire Safety Month. Participants will receive a gift card from the Chapter.

For our next contest, send a picture of yourself, family or co-workers participating in a fire safety/prevention activity. The winner will receive a $50 gift card.

All entries must be submitted by November 1 to asspceu@gmail.com. Only one entry per ASSP member, the winner will be announced in the November newsletter.

2023 GOVERNOR’S WORKPLACE SAFETY AWARD RECIPIENTS

The Central Indiana ASSP Chapter congratulates these Hoosier employers on their recent accomplishments.

Education and Outreach Award – Gaylor Electric, Noblesville, IN

Partnership Award – Lippert Plant 50, Goshen, IN

Innovations Award – GE Aerospace Lafayette Engine Facility, Lafayette, IN

Rising Star Award – Korellis Roofing Inc., Hammond, IN

Rising Star Award – Oneal Manufacturing Services, Indianapolis, IN

For more information on the Governor’s Workplace Safety Award, visit DOL: GWSA Home (in.gov).

The Chapter also congratulates the 2023 Everyday Safety Hero Award recipients.

  • Jennifer Gurtner, Channel Technician, Cardinal Glass, Fremont, IN
  • John Sanders, Group Leader, Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc, Lafayette , IN
  • Brandy Marsh, EHS Leader GE Aerospace Lafayette Engine Facility, Lafayette, IN
  • Mary Schrock, Laboratory Technician, CountryMark Refining, Mt. Vernon, IN
  • Larry Guitierrez, Site Manager/HSE Committee Chair with The Skillman Corporation, Merrillville, IN
  • Josh Beckedahl, Machine Team Lead with Major Tool & Machine, Indianapolis, IN

NEWS RELEASE: Hoosier Companies, Individuals Honored for Workplace Safety, Health

Site Safety Representative (Indianapolis)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION (SUMMARY)
Seeking construction site safety representatives with at least 5 years practical experience in a fast paced, self-directed environment. Ability to successfully interact with all levels of construction personnel is a must.
Multiple positions available. Past training experience required. OSHA 510 certification or equivalent prerequisite required and OSHA 500 certification a plus. With several positions available, local and regional positions exist. The location of the work could potentially require applicants to temporarily relocate to the area where work will be conducted and extended stay facilities will be provided. Technical degree, transcripts, references, and sample of technical writing will be required.
Our company is a 24+ year national consulting group.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include the following, but are not limited to)
• Develop and maintain the expertise to provide instruction in technical areas of safety training.
• Perform site safety audits, complete comprehensive report of findings, including corrective plans and recommendations to ensure compliance.
• Prepare detailed reports of findings using appropriate forms, diagrams, photos and narratives to provide a clear understanding of exposures.
• Examine work sites to identify hazards in the workplace and on work sites and look for sources of potential injury to those at or near location.
• Conduct OSHA compliance and safety assessments.
• Project management to ensure project goals are met as well as technical excellence, quality and client satisfaction.
• Perform accident and injury investigations to identify safety violations and determine root cause and corrective actions.
• Manage client relationships and services on an ongoing basis.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety or related field of study with 5 years of experience OR 10 years of relevant safety experience without a degree.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to develop professionally prepared technical report and documents.
• Knowledge of Construction OSHA (29 CFR §1926) standards and regulations.

For more information visit Site Safety Representative.

IU Section Meeting

Central Indiana Chapter President Greg Anderson speaks at the October student section meeting.