Derek Walker

Divisional Safety and Health Manager @Vulcan Materials Company

Nashville, TN, US

Provides leadership in the Construction and Asphalt Division’s Safety and Health culture by working closely with the management group and through the management of safety and health representatives. Advises management at all levels of the organization of prevention methods to assist in the reduction of injuries, risk, and cost.•Analyzes and determines trends in accidents, designing and implementing corrective measures when necessary.•Consolidates and maintains all safety, health, and claims reports and analytical data to provide appropriate documentation, reporting appropriate dissemination.•Develops and directs the implementation of strategies to effectively resolve health and safety issues, control risk and liability, and promote effective workplace policies, practices, and behaviors.•Review internal safety policies and practices to ensure they are current and appropriate, making recommendations to management to amend or change safety policies and procedures as necessary.•Works jointly and collaboratively with operations management to improve efficiencies, control Safety and health-related costs, and influence employee behaviors and attitudes toward safety and health.•Develops and maintains an effective and proactive safety program with innovative ideas and elements that enhance the safety program\'s ability to motivate the workforce and management personnel to work safely in accordance with policies and regulatory requirements.•Develop programs, procedures, and training initiatives to provide for the protection of individuals, property, and the company’s business interests.•Participates in safety training and meetings in support of other safety and health managers, safety representatives, and operations/sales/staff personnel.•Serves as a liaison with regulatory agency representatives, including MSHA, OSHA, and D.O.T, as needed to coordinate and resolve safety regulation issues.

Murray State University

Bachelor of Science - BS