Develops, implements, administers, and continuously updates a comprehensive departmental Safety Program covering all Public Works divisions and operational sites.
Ensures full departmental compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local safety, health, and environmental regulations, including but not limited to: OSHA 29 CFR 1910 (General Industry), OSHA 29 CFR 1926 (Construction), FDEP environmental compliance requirements, EPA regulations, NFPA standards, and City of Naples Code of Ordinances.
Develops, maintains, and enforces Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all Public Works operational activities, incorporating applicable regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Develops and maintains Job Safety Assessments (JSAs) / Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) for all task categories performed by Public Works personnel, updated as work methods or regulatory requirements change.
Prepares, updates, and distributes Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) programs for each division, specifying minimum required PPE, inspection schedules, and replacement protocols; enforces PPE compliance in the field
Manages the Department's hazard communication program, including SDS/MSDS management, chemical inventory maintenance, and required HAZCOM training.
Conducts and documents on-site monthly comprehensive safety and compliance inspections across all Public Works facilities, plant sites, and field operations, covering OSHA, FDEP, and all applicable permit requirements; issues written findings and tracks corrective actions to closure.
Conducts or oversees accident/incident investigations; prepares thorough written investigative reports with root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive action recommendations; tracks implementation of corrective actions.
Maintains accurate and complete safety records, training logs, inspection reports, incident documentation, and regulatory correspondence in compliance with applicable retention requirements.
Serves as the management-in-charge (MIC) representative for all safety-related regulatory inspections, audits, and enforcement contacts by OSHA, FDEP, EPA, or other regulatory agencies; coordinates responses and corrective actions.
Coordinates with the City's Human Resources Department on disciplinary matters arising from safety violations, accommodation requests under ADA related to safety roles, and other safety-HR intersecting matters.
Develops, schedules, coordinates, and delivers a comprehensive annual training calendar for all Public Works personnel, covering mandatory regulatory training and skills-based operational training.
Administers, coordinates, or delivers the following mandatory and specialized training programs:
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OSHA 10-Hour and 30-Hour Construction and General Industry certification courses
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Asbestos Cement (AC) Pipe / AC Pipe Handling and Replacement Training, including all applicable OSHA and FDEP requirements for disturbance, handling, disposal, and documentation of asbestos-containing materials in water and wastewater pipeline operations; coordinates refresher training on required intervals
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Arc Flash / Electrical Safety Training (NFPA 70E), including arc flash hazard analysis, PPE selection, approach boundaries, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) integration
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PPE Selection, Use, Inspection, and Maintenance Training for all divisions; annual refreshers and task-specific training as new equipment or hazards are identified
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Confined Space Entry (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 and 1926 Subpart AA) – Permit-Required and Non-Permit Confined Space programs; attendant, entrant, and rescue team training
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Lockout / Tagout (LOTO) – Energy Control Procedures training for all applicable personnel
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Trenching, Excavation, and Shoring Safety (OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P)
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Respiratory Protection training and fit-testing coordination (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134)
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Hazardous Communication (HAZCOM / GHS / SDS) training
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Bloodborne Pathogen training (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030)
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First Aid, CPR, and AED certification and renewal coordination
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Traffic Control Safety and Flagger Certification training (FDOT Index 600, MUTCD compliance) for Traffic Operations and all field crews
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Aerial / Elevated Work Platform and Scissor Lift safety training
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Forklift / Powered Industrial Truck operator training and re-evaluation
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Stormwater pollution prevention and Best Management Practices (BMP) training for field and operations staff, consistent with FDEP NPDES/MS4 permit requirements
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Solid Waste operations safety training, including compactor safety, route safety, and vehicle operations
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Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Injury Prevention training
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Heat Illness Prevention training and Heat Stress program (OSHA and Florida-specific standards)
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Driver Safety / Defensive Driving for fleet operators
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Chainsaw, hand tool, and heavy equipment operational safety training
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Chemical handling and spill response training for Water/Wastewater plant operators
Evaluates training effectiveness through post-training assessments, on-the-job observations, and incident trend analysis; revises training content as needed.
Coordinates with external training providers, certification bodies, regulatory agencies, and professional organizations to secure high-quality training content and certifications.
Conducts comprehensive monthly on-site safety and compliance inspections at all Public Works facilities and plant sites, including Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants, Lift Stations, Public Works Operations yards, Stormwater facilities, Solid Waste operations, Traffic Operations,; documents findings and monitors corrective actions.
Reviews and interprets OSHA, FDEP, EPA, and other regulatory compliance requirements and translates requirements into actionable departmental policies, SOPs, and training.
Maintains and tracks all applicable regulatory permits, compliance schedules, and reporting requirements for Public Works facilities and operations.
Coordinates the Department's participation in regulatory inspections and audits; prepares staff and facilities for compliance reviews.
Monitors and reports on Collier County and City of Naples local safety and environmental ordinance requirements affecting Public Works operations.
Maintains current knowledge of changes to federal (OSHA, EPA, DOT), state (FDEP, FDOT, DOMA), and local rules and regulations; promptly incorporates changes into departmental SOPs, training, and compliance programs.
Serves as the management-in-charge (MIC) for all departmental safety and training matters; exercises independent judgment and authority on safety compliance issues, including authority to stop work where imminent danger conditions are identified.
Demonstrates and promotes strong leadership skills, professional integrity, and a proactive safety culture throughout all levels of the Public Works Department.
Develops, implements, and monitors internal controls related to safety program compliance, documentation integrity, and regulatory recordkeeping; reports on program effectiveness to the Director of Public Works.
Prepares and presents comprehensive written and verbal reports to the Director of Public Works, City Manager, and other City leadership on departmental safety performance, incident trends, training compliance rates, and regulatory compliance status.
Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with Public Works supervisors, crew members, department heads, City administration, regulatory agency representatives, contractors, and the public on safety and training matters.
Serves as a liaison between the Public Works Department and the City's Human Resources Department on safety-related employment matters, including ADA workplace accommodations, , workers' compensation coordination, and disciplinary actions related to safety violations.
Promotes a positive, inclusive, and accountable safety culture by modeling safe behavior, recognizing safe work performance, and providing constructive feedback when safety standards are not met.
Participates in departmental management meetings and contributes to strategic planning, budget development for safety and training resources, and continuous improvement initiatives.
May serve on the City's Safety Committee or other interdepartmental safety-related committees as assigned.
Supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned safety and training support staff, if applicable; provides guidance and direction consistent with City HR policies and collective bargaining agreements.
