Lee Burks
Production Safety Manager Safety Advisor @Film & Television Industry
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WORK HISTORY
Production Safety Manager Safety Advisor @Film & Television Industry
US
Communicate with Production Executives, Production Management, Cast, Crew to ensure that all safety expectations are being met.Conduct a review/breakdown of each script on their assigned film to identify potential safety issues (e.g, special effects, stunts, use of props, unusual activities, and hazardous locations).Participate and often attend each production’s tech scout and production meeting, as necessary, to understand scheduled production activities and provide guidance for any safety issues.Attend stunt rehearsals and special effect tests to provide input from the safety perspective and be on set during the shooting of these stunts and effects, as necessary.Provide education and safety training to production crew, supervisors and management in safety awareness, safe work practices, documentation requirements, and general regulatory compliance, as necessary.Conduct investigations of all accidents, incidents, significant events, and emergencies promptly in accordance with company policies and applicable laws and regulations.Implement, maintain, and develop appropriate safety programs,(e.g, Injury and Illness Prevention Program) policies, and procedures as necessary to ensure a safe and healthful work environment for all employees and guests of the productions.On cases reportable to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) or other regulatory agencies, work with Production Management, production representatives and regulatory agency to resolve identified safety issues.Review investigations of accidents, incidents, significant events and emergencies conducted by production to ensure compliance with company policies and applicable laws and regulations. Advise production of changes to prevent recurrence.
EDUCATION
Columbia Southern University
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
GA Public Safety Training Center
Numerous Public Safety Certifications, Fire, EMS, LE, Emergency Management
NREP(National Registry Environmental Professionals)
Certified Environmental and Safety Compliance Officer, Environmental Health and Safety
OSHA
Certificate, Certified Environmental Specialist
Lanier Technical College
Diploma, Paramedic Technology
Eastern Gateway Community College
Associate of Arts and Sciences - AAS, Fire Science
OSHA
OSHA 30, General Industry
South College
Doctorate of Business Administration, Organizational Leadership
National council for mental wellbeing
Certificate, Adult Mental Health First Aid USA
Columbia Southern University
Bachelor of Applied Science - BASc, Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University
Master of Science - MS, Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician
SKILLS
ABOUT LEE BURKS
Lee Burks is a seasoned professional in production safety, bringing over 33 years of experience in Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS), including both 911 response and non-emergent transports. With over 14 years of expertise in the Film and Television industry as a set medic, Lee dedicated 5 of those years to focusing on health and safety within production environments. He spent a year as a Business Rep within a Local focusing on member needs, contract enforcement, organizing, and addressing safety concerns. He holds a Master of Business Administration, a Master of Science in Occupational Safety and Health, complemented by several prestigious certifications, including Graduate Safety Professional (GSP) through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP), Associate Safety and Health Manager (ASHM) from the Institute for Hazardous Materials Management (IHMM), and Certified Environmental Safety Compliance Officer (CESCO) from the National Registry of Environmental Professionals (NREP). Lee is currently pursuing his Doctor of Business Administration, Organizational Leadership.Lee\'s extensive background equips him with the skills and knowledge necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment on set.
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