Todd Samson Osh

About Todd Samson Osh

Proven program and project manager with a strong track record in building and coordinating effective Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) management systems. Focused on achieving state, federal, and global compliance through data-driven analysis and reporting as well as \"award winning\" two-way communication via (STEP) Safety Thru Everyone\'s Participation. Expert technical authorship and communication skills.Key Achievements:* Transformed Asahi Kasei Plastics from the lowest-performing to the top safety performer among its 10 North American companies. Achieved a 0.00 OSHA recordable average across three facilities, sustained for over a year. Developed micro-content with infographics for efficient safety education, and conducted employee surveys to address safety concerns.* Authored a Safety Procedure Manual for the City of Livonia, MI, and built its Safety Management System from the ground up. This system contributed to the city achieving an insurance rating in the top 2% of U.S. cities with populations over Qualifications:* Master’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health (with honors) and Graduate Safety Professional (GSP) designation.* Over 25 years of professional firefighting experience, including industrial incidents, extrications, and rescues.* Promoted to Battalion Chief of Operations at Livonia Fire & Rescue, leading up to 100 personnel.* Expert in data analysis, developing Excel-based templates for tracking essential environmental and safety trends.* Strong leadership in corporate safety and global environmental councils.* Extensive experience in managing EHS programs to ensure regulatory and corporate compliance.* Implemented and led programs to mitigate occupational injury and illness risks while ensuring organizational compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations.* Championed the company’s risk management initiatives, reducing physical and financial exposure from workplace incidents and environmental non-compliance.* Responsibilities included developing EHS management systems, conducting audits and inspections, delivering employee training, managing hazardous materials, and maintaining emergency response plans.* Collaborated cross-functionally to support a culture of safety and compliance. Experienced with ISO 14001, 45001 chemical processes, and delivering impactful training to diverse audiences.Certifications:Fully certified ICS NIMSMany certifications via OSHA, EPA, NFPA, DHS, FEMA, and DOT.

Experience

1. North America Environmental, Health and Safety (Ehs) Manager

   Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc.

   Jul 2022 — Present

   Proven Workplace Environmental and Safety (SME) with a history of building and coordinating powerful Environmental, Safety (EHS) management systems.* Raised Asahi Kasei Plastics From worst performing entity to the top performer in safety management within the 10 North American companies the Asahi Kasei Corporation (Global AK HQ - Tokyo, Japan) owns with executive reporting skills to ownership. Achieved this level thru developing micro-content that is easily digested via one page synopsis with infographics to get safety education and policy content understood efficiently and effectively with a 0.00 Osha recordable average amongst the three facility locations. Enterprise Risk Management and Safety LeadershipLead enterprise-level risk assessment and mitigation strategies aligned with organizational objectives. Conduct gap analyses to identify and resolve safety policy deficiencies. Oversee development and execution of action plans addressing safety performance gaps.Policy and Compliance OversightReview and enhance safety policies to ensure alignment with industry regulations. Support technical reviews, safety case evaluations, and test plan assessments. Ensure ongoing compliance through routine audits and inspections.Training and Culture BuildingDevelop and implement safety training across roles and departments. Promote a proactive safety culture through strategic communication and engagement initiatives.Committee Leadership and Regulatory InterfaceCoordinate safety committee activities, lead meetings, and facilitate stakeholder involvement. Serve as a liaison with internal teams and regulatory bodies (OSHA, NHTSA) to maintain a safe and compliant workplace.• Maintain company safety metrics, statistics, strategy, and related reports across all North America locations.

Education

• Oakland Community College

  Associate's degree, English Language and Literature/Letters

  1992 — 1994

• Siena Heights University

  Bachelors, Public Safety Admin w/minor in Business Admin

  2004 — 2010

• Eastern Kentucky University

  Graduate, Masters Occupational Health and Safety Certificate - Concentration Construction/Emergency Management

  2010 — 2013

• OSHA Institute

  OSHA 30 hr

  2018 — 2018

• Columbia Southern University

  Master of Science - MS, Occupational Safety, Health and Environmental Management

  2018 — 2020

• OSHA Institute

  Hazwoper 40 hr

  2010 — 2011

Skills

• Photography
• Business Strategy
• Camera
• Boxing
• Advertising
• Blogging
• Leadership