Chris Golden
Browns Summit
Summary
Occupational Safety & Health student and U.S. Navy veteran with extensive experience in safety oversight, hazard identification, regulatory compliance, and high-risk operations management. Currently developing formal Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and risk assessments in OSH 366 while applying OSHA 1910 standards, including Lockout/Tagout (1910.147). Experienced in leading safety briefings, conducting inspections, supporting structured safety management systems, and fostering proactive safety culture. Seeking to contribute analytical skills, leadership experience, and safety knowledge in an HSE Internship role.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operative Clinical Technician
Wesley Long Hospital
Greensboro, NC
02.2024 - 02.2026
- Assisted surgeons and registered nurses in the operating room by preparing instruments, positioning patients, and maintaining a sterile, safe surgical environment.
- Supported efficient operating room workflow by anticipating surgical team needs, managing equipment setup/breakdown, and ensuring compliance with aseptic and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide high-quality perioperative care, demonstrating strong attention to detail, communication, and patient safety.
- Assisted in the preparation and maintenance of medical equipment for various procedures.
Independent Duty Corpsman/Program Manager
U.S. Navy Active Duty
08.2008 - 12.2018
- Led daily oversight for 325-450 personnel in high-risk operational environments (heat, fire, water, noise, and confined and low-visibility conditions).
- Conducted routine safety inspections, identified hazards, and supported corrective actions to reduce risk exposure.
- Enforced PPE compliance and safe work practices in accordance with established safety regulations and operational standards.
- Delivered structured safety briefings and training sessions on emergency response, hazard awareness, and safe operational procedures.
- Supported implementation and maintenance of structured safety programs under the Navy's 3M (Maintenance, & Material Management) system.
- Assisted in documenting safety incidents and ensuring proper reporting and follow-up actions.
- Maintained detailed compliance documentation, operational logs, and regulatory records.
Hospital Corpsman
U.S. Navy Active Duty
08.1998 - 08.2018
- Operated in high-tempo, high-risk environments requiring strict adherence to procedural safety standards.
- Maintained documentation accuracy and regulatory compliance for large-scale operations.
- Demonstrated leadership, delegation, and accountability in dynamic operational settings.
Education
Occupational Health And Safety
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, Kentucky, KYSkills
- Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) Development
- Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification
- OSHA 1910 General Industry Standards
- Lockout/Tagout (1910147) Knowledge
- Safety Inspections & Corrective Actions
- Safety Briefings & Training Facilitation
- PPE Compliance Enforcement
- Safety Management Systems Exposure
- Regulatory Documentation & Reporting
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Program Oversight & Operational Coordination
- Critical Thinking & Risk Mitigation
Accomplishments
- Improvement
- Leadership Initiative
- Problem Solving
- Risk Reduction
- Recognition
- Measurable Impact
Certification
- Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- OSHA-30 (General Industry)
- HAZWOPER-40 (In Progress)
Timeline
Operative Clinical Technician
Wesley Long Hospital
02.2024 - 02.2026
Independent Duty Corpsman/Program Manager
U.S. Navy Active Duty
08.2008 - 12.2018
Hospital Corpsman
U.S. Navy Active Duty
08.1998 - 08.2018
Occupational Health And Safety
Eastern Kentucky University