Upton Darden

About Upton Darden

Experienced Safety Professional and Director of Safety with a strong background in…

Experience

1. Safety Engineer

   Triversity Construction

   May 2024 — Present · US

   Developed and enforced site-specific Health and Safety Plans (HASP) in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1926 standards.Conducted daily site inspections to identify unsafe conditions, verify proper use of PPE, and ensure fall protection systems were in place and compliant.Led safety orientations and toolbox talks for workers, subcontractors, and vendors to reinforce project-specific safety requirements.Investigated construction site incidents, near-misses, and injuries; performed root cause analysis and implemented corrective actions.Partnered with superintendents, foremen, and project managers to embed safety planning into pre-construction and daily operations.Created and reviewed Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) for high-risk tasks including confined space entry, excavation, demolition, and crane operations.Maintained all required documentation including safety reports, OSHA 300 logs, inspection records, and incident investigations.Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations as well as client-specific safety protocols.Managed subcontractor safety compliance and conducted pre-task safety meetings and audits.Oversaw implementation of environmental controls such as silica exposure mitigation, noise reduction, and dust suppression.Assisted with emergency response planning, including evacuation procedures, fire watch protocols, and first aid response coordination.Promoted a culture of safety through positive engagement, safety recognition programs, and behavior-based safety initiatives.Supported site logistics planning to ensure safe pedestrian and equipment traffic flow on active construction sites.

Education

• Eastern Kentucky University

  Graduate Certificate, Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician

  2018 — 2018

• Indiana Wesleyan University

  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration and Management, General

  2012 — 2016