DEIDRE GRACE, MPH
Clinton
Summary
Skilled Industrial Hygienist and safety professional with experience in evaluating and controlling occupational health hazards. Strong understanding of industrial hygiene principles, including hazard identification, risk assessment and control strategies. Demonstrated skills in implementing safety protocols and contributing to safe working environments. Committed to fostering workplace health through proactive hazard management and employee education.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Industrial Hygienist
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Vicksburg
08.2024 - Current
- Perform air sampling, noise monitoring, and exposure evaluations to ensure compliance with OSHA, AR 385-10, and EM 385-1-1.
- Conduct industrial hygiene inspections and risk assessments to identify chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic hazards.
- Develop and implement industrial hygiene programs, engineering controls, and PPE requirements.
- Provided technical guidance on hazardous materials, respiratory protection, confined space procedures, and radiation safety to enhance workplace safety.
- Lead safety training on hazard communication, chemical exposure, electrical safety, PPE, and confined space entry.
- Conducted accident investigations and root cause analysis, tracking corrective actions to prevent future incidents.
- Review safety plans and ensure compliance with federal, state, and DoD regulations.
- Supported safety programs for construction, laboratory, and research operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Department of Defense
Industrial Hygienist
U.S. Department of Labor
Milwaukee
11.2022 - 08.2024
- Conducted exposure monitoring using industrial hygiene sampling equipment.
- Conducted exposure monitoring with industrial hygiene sampling equipment to assess workplace safety.
- Inspected construction, manufacturing, warehouse, and general industry worksites.
- Assigned Risk Assessment Codes (RAC) and recommended hazard controls.
- Ensured compliance with Monitored OSHA compliance at work sites, EPA, DOT, and state regulations.
- Reviewed Safety Data Sheets and maintained hazard communication files to ensure compliance and inform staff of potential hazards.
- Investigated complaints, incidents, and unsafe working conditions.
- Developed inspection strategies that targeted elimination of occupational health hazards, enhancing overall workplace safety.
- Provided technical guidance to employers and employees on OSHA standards.
EHS Specialist (Contract)
AbbVie Pharmaceuticals
North Chicago
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Managed safety and health programs in FDA-regulated pharmaceutical environment.
- Conducted ergonomic assessments for office, laboratory, and manufacturing staff to enhance workplace safety and comfort.
- Investigated injuries and analyzed safety performance indicators.
- Supported ISO 45001, 14001, and 50001 compliance audits.
- Conducted contractor safety training and safety orientations.
- Conducted ergonomic assessments for office, laboratory, and manufacturing staff.
- Developed safety communications, presentations, and training materials to improve employee understanding of safety protocols.
- Assisted with facility safety inspections and implemented program improvements to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
Safety & Occupational Health Specialist (GS-7)
U.S. Department of Labor
Smyrna
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Conducted safety inspections and investigations to identify hazards and ensure compliance.
- Reviewed injury logs, safety plans, and Ensured adherence to OSHA regulations records.
- Documented violations and recommended corrective actions.
- Documented violations and proposed corrective actions to mitigate risks and improve safety protocols.
- Responded to complaints and COVID-19 related safety concerns.
- Entered case data into federal OSHA systems.
- OSHA
Human Resources Generalist II
Mississippi State Veterans Affairs
Jackson
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Managed recruitment and hiring processes, ensuring accurate employee records.
- Maintained HRIS, SPAHRS, and KRONOS systems to support HR operations.
- Administered FMLA and payroll updates, facilitating timely personnel actions.
- Participated in internal and external audits.
- Provided policy guidance to employees and supervisors.
Student Volunteer – OSHA
U.S. Department of Labor
Jackson
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Conducted workplace inspections and hazard assessments to identify safety risks.
- Calibrated monitoring equipment and collected samples for accurate environmental monitoring.
- Facilitated radiation safety and industrial hygiene programs to promote workplace safety.
- Prepared technical reports and recommendations.
Education
Master of Public Health (MPH) - Environmental & Occupational Health
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS01-2019
Bachelor of Science - Public Health (Health Policy & Administration)
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS01-2016
Skills
- Industrial hygiene and safety management
- OSHA compliance and risk assessment
- Exposure and hazard evaluation
- Workplace safety protocols
- Hazardous materials management
- Incident response planning
- Respiratory protection programs
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Environmental health and safety (EHS)
- Training and presentations development
- Policy formulation and accident prevention
- Program audits and evaluations
- Microsoft Office suite proficiency
- Air sampling and noise monitoring equipment
- Ventilation assessment tools
Certification
- Safety Program Management
- Life Safety Code
- Risk Management
- Radiological Health & Safety
- Training Presentation
- Explosives Safety
- Systems Safety
- Construction Safety
- Electrical Safety
- Hazardous Materials
- Industrial Hygiene
- Confined Space Entry
- OSHA General Industry
- Mishap Investigation
- Blueprint Reading
- First Aid / CPR / AED
Timeline
Industrial Hygienist
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
08.2024 - Current
Industrial Hygienist
U.S. Department of Labor
11.2022 - 08.2024
EHS Specialist (Contract)
AbbVie Pharmaceuticals
03.2022 - 10.2022
Safety & Occupational Health Specialist (GS-7)
U.S. Department of Labor
12.2020 - 06.2021
Human Resources Generalist II
Mississippi State Veterans Affairs
03.2019 - 03.2020
Student Volunteer – OSHA
U.S. Department of Labor
10.2018 - 03.2019
Master of Public Health (MPH) - Environmental & Occupational Health
Jackson State University
Bachelor of Science - Public Health (Health Policy & Administration)
University of Southern Mississippi