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CHRISTOPHER HARKNESS

Floyds Knobs

Summary

Dynamic Health and Safety Analyst with UPS, skilled in incident investigation and safety training. Proven track record in enhancing workplace safety protocols and fostering a strong safety culture through knowledge and length of experience. Recognized for critical thinking and problem-solving abilities by my piers, successfully implementing compliance measures that improved safety standards across both 1DA and 2DA operations.

I have a working knowledge of the manual changing process within Comply365 and Code for Federal Regulations 14 part 5 Safety Management System and AQD to import employee recognized potential hazards and to create occurrences regarding airline equipment accidents and incidents.

I am PITO certified with knowledge and experience with all district and airline equipment. I also hold a SIDA airport badge for travel within the SDF airport perimeter.

I have cultivated long lasting relationships within UPS at all levels and working relationships with FAA and OSHA inspectors during site inspections and audits.

I am responsible for compliance with the hearing protection program for thirteen-hundred ACMX employees and with the respiratory protection program. I maintain the Global Emergency Response manuals for nine local locations and contact external vendors to ensure a timely emergency response. In addition, I was a De-ice trainer for five years during my position as a Part time supervisor.


Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

ACMX Health and Safety Analyst

UPS
11.2023 - Current
  • Conducted safety audits to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Analyzed incident reports to recommend corrective actions and enhance workplace safety protocols.
  • Collaborated with teams to implement safety training programs, improving employee awareness and engagement.
  • Reviewed and updated safety policies to align with industry standards and company objectives.
  • Provided valuable input during site inspections conducted by regulatory agencies such as OSHA.
  • Collaborated with management to establish a strong safety culture, promoting accountability at all levels.
  • Review Potential Hazard Reports (PHR) from UPS ACMX members.
  • Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
  • Provide Safety training to newly onboarded Maintenance employees and supervisors.

Air District Health and Safety Specialist

UPS Worldport
08.2022 - 11.2023
  • Conducted regular safety inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Collaborated with CHSP teams to develop and implement health and safety training programs.
  • Assisted in the investigation of workplace incidents to determine root causes and recommend improvements.
  • Maintained accurate records of safety reports, incidents, and compliance documentation.
  • Conducted Air District CHSP meetings to review bi-monthly progress with CHSP teams and all levels of management.
  • Managed workplace injury cases, ensuring timely reporting and proper follow-up care for affected employees.

Ramp Hazardous Materials and First-Aid Responder

UPS Worldport
06.1995 - 08.2022
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced emergency situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked with internal Service center on proper disposition of hazardous materials removed from inbound aircraft.
  • Cooperated and responded to FAA inspector concerns regarding transportation and paperwork issues transported on our aircraft.
  • Received Liberty mutual award for life saving measures applied to save an employee.

UPS Part Time Supervisor

UPS Worldport
02.1994 - 08.1999
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
  • Trained and mentored staff newly hired employees on all aspects of ramp operations.
  • Managed the Unloading and Loading of aircraft safely and efficiently.
  • Developed training materials to support continuous learning initiatives.
  • Lead my aircraft belly crew to achieving record piece count unloads and empowered them to efficiently manage positions to do so.
  • Tracked employee vacation, sick and personal time.
  • Audited timesheets and payroll records for accuracy.

Education

No Degree - Art And General Studies

Indiana University, Southeast
New Albany, IN

Skills

  • Workplace inspections
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Incident investigation
  • Accident prevention
  • Safety training
  • Safety auditing
  • Chemical handling
  • Respiratory protection
  • Process safety management
  • First aid administration
  • Fall protection
  • Vehicle safety
  • Safety and compliance inspections
  • Safety policies
  • OSHA standards and codes
  • Training and mentoring
  • Accident investigation
  • Team building
  • Worker training
  • Investigations
  • Incident reporting
  • Site visits
  • OSHA compliance
  • Emergency response
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Critical thinking

Accomplishments

  • Received a Liberty Mutual Life Saver Award for responding to an employee with a life threatening injury.



Interests

  • Road Trips
  • Road Cycling
  • Photography
  • Auto Repair/Restoration
  • I like working with my hands and fixing things

Timeline

ACMX Health and Safety Analyst

UPS
11.2023 - Current

Air District Health and Safety Specialist

UPS Worldport
08.2022 - 11.2023

Ramp Hazardous Materials and First-Aid Responder

UPS Worldport
06.1995 - 08.2022

UPS Part Time Supervisor

UPS Worldport
02.1994 - 08.1999

No Degree - Art And General Studies

Indiana University, Southeast

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