Awards and Accolades
Going Above and Beyond
The Bear's commitment to safety has been recognized and rewarded over his years in OSHA. After an intense investigation on a "significant" case as an OSHA inspector, Ed was awarded a Worker Protection Award from the Secretary of Labor, Martin J. Walsh. Read more about the case.
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In 2018, Ed was chosen to participate on a panel at the National Safety Council Congress and Expo to present and discuss the "Most Interesting" OSHA cases. Read More.
Over 15 years experience in the following areas:
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direct work experience interacting with regulatory agencies and/or compliance officers, including eight years in OSHA as a compliance officer and manager.
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daily exposure to federal, state and local health and safety, and environmental regulations including Titles 29, 33, 40, 46 and 49 (i.e. DOT).
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management experience with over eight years in heavy industry, and one year with biotechnology, facility maintenance.
US Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (2015 - 2023)
Assistant Area Director (AAD) (2020-2023)
Compliance Safety and Health Officer (CSHO) (2015-2020)
Smith’s Detection, Inc. - 2014-2015
EHS & Facilities Engineer
US Waterways Transportation, LLC/Buchanan Marine, L.P. (2005-2013)
EHS Compliance Director (2012-2013)
General Manager (2010-2012)
Vessel Compliance and Safety Manager (2005-2010)
International Business and Technical English Consultant (2003-2005)
Independent Training Consultant, Stuttgart, Germany
US Military Service – US Army (Retired)
Commissioned Officer, Counterintelligence, United States Army (1990-2003) (Lieutenant Colonel (O-5), terminal rank)
Commissioned Officer, Surface Warfare, United States Navy (1982-1990) (Lieutenant (O-3), terminal rank)