CAROL A. BELLAVIA
593 Lacy Place • The Villages, FL 32162 • (352) 753-6563 • anglia48@aol.com
DIRECTOR / MANAGER – HEALTH & SAFETY
P&L / Policies & Procedures / QA / Strategic Solutions / ISO9000 / OSHA / Emergency Planning
Regulatory Compliance / Training / Corrective Actions / SOP / Cost Management / Work Site Analysis
Directed strategic Health & Safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with local, state, and emergency response and regulatory agencies for Hunter Douglas, Inc. Developed and instituted EH&S programs, corporate culture and emergency evacuation plan. Supervised completion and implementation of permits, reports, and environmental plans.
 Reduced injury rates 16% by creating and implementing H&S training.
 Updated safety standard operating procedures, increasing equipment usability by 80%.
 Created and implemented OSHA training, saving $72K within six months.
 Instituted policies and procedures, ensuring EPA regulatory compliance.
 Employed innovative technology, increasing productivity and communication 90%.
Key Skills: Strong leader and problem-solver. Innovative and creative mentor and team builder. Intuitive decision-maker with excellent written and verbal skills. Builds strong business relationships and possesses high intellectual horsepower. Resourceful with high business acumen. Handles multiple projects simultaneously.
Certificates: Professional Health & Safety. Advanced Hazardous / Toxic Waste Management. OSHA
Training Institute.
SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Reduced injury rates 16% by creating and implementing H&S training. Employee injuries and illnesses were above average and cost company. Analyzed situation. Created and implemented customized stretching program with outside physical therapists. Conducted training. Reduced injuries 50% within one year and saved $150K in claims costs.
Updated safety standard operating procedures, increasing equipment usability by 80%. HD did not have effective way to ensure that new equipment was inspected and approved prior to release to production.
Created machine inspection committee. Wrote and implemented corporate manual and inspection processes. Ensured employees’ safety.
Created and implemented OSHA training, saving $72K within six months. North American divisions do not have dedicated safety professionals at each facility due to costs. Evaluated current program. Designed and delivered OSHA training via WebEx. Created and delivered monthly and annual training. Ensured employees attended and understood required training.
Instituted policies and procedures, ensuring EPA regulatory compliance. Newly acquired company was not current on local, federal, and state regulations. Evaluated operations and processes. Discovered one process would be affected by EPA testing. Analyzed ph level in water. Provided recommendations to management.
Trained employees on proper disposal techniques. Assured organization’s compliance.
Employed innovative technology, increasing productivity and communication 90%. Safety policies and procedure manuals were scattered amongst seven buildings, frustrating staff. Evaluated situation. Compiled resources and forms. Launched Safety Intranet with IT. Ensured employees were updated on required training, schedules, and vendors.
CAREER HISTORY

Promoted to levels of increasing responsibility with Hunter Douglas, Inc., an international manufacturing company.
Manager, Corporate EH&S Training. Promoted in 2007. Shaped and directed EH&S initiatives for 42
Hunter Douglas North American divisions. Elevating divisions within the corporation to “World Class” status.
Manager, Safety and Environmental Health, 2002 to 2007. Directed and delivered EH&S programs and activities for 900+ employees. Oversaw work site analysis. Inspected manufacturing equipment. Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal agencies. Managed $500K budget.
Senior Human Resources Representative, 2000 to 2002. Managed workers’ compensation, EEOC, and unemployment claims. Wrote internal policies, job descriptions, and determined wages. Developed performance reviews. Served as liaison for insurance and medical providers. Assisted employees with benefits. Recruited staff.
Earlier: Human Resources Representative and Human Resources Assistant, Hunter Douglas, Inc.