I believe that I can make a significant difference in your organization. I have over 10 years of professional experience in Geology, Waste Management, Health and Safety and Regulatory Compliance. I will be an asset to your company by keeping you off the 6o’clock news and reduce the risk level of hazards to human health and the environment consistent with environmental laws and regulations.
BARBARA A. THOMAS
2320 Westcliffe Lane # 9 925-705-3580
Walnut Creek, CA 94597 aurorains[at]yahoo.com
Nuclear Safety Analyst
Summary:
Experienced in Environmental Engineering and Management with over ten years experience with CERCLA Superfund Nuclear Sites. Excellent practical knowledge and experience in regards to NEPA, OSHA, DOT and DOE Order 435.1 and 5480.23, 10 CFR 830, DOE-STD-3009 & 1189, NTS (Waste Acceptance Criteria), Waste Characterization Program, RCRA closures under the Amended Consent Agreement, Safety Analysis Report and Nuclear Waste Policy Act.
Environmental Regulatory Experience: Phase I - III Site Assessment, CERCLA 104-120, NEPA, RCRA 40 CFR 261.1, 10 CFR Part 834, NCP 40 CFR Part 300.415- 435, 43 CFR Parts 2740, 3000, 3200 and 3280, 29 CFR 1910.120, DOE Order 5400, 413.3a, 420.1B, 450.5, 2002b, and CEQA, SARA III, NRC (10 CFR 20, 30, 50-72), OSHA (29 CFR 1910.120), EIS’s, EIR’s, EAs reports and governmental policies.
• Project management experience in decommissioning of buildings—preparing various risk assessment and compliance reports for submission to federal, state and local regulatory agencies
• Directed conflict resolution meetings, scoping meetings and other negotiations with the EPA, Westinghouse and the DOE
• Provided technical support to project teams and management
• Knowledge of FRHAM-TEX CPC and SKC equipment used for air sampling, noise, volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds, particulate matter, criteria and hazardous pollutants
• Ensured applicable regulatory guidelines were accurately implemented and integrated in the documents and reports submitted to DOE
• History of working with all governmental agencies, including NRC, DOE, DOT, DOI and EPA where positive impact to these agencies were the norm
• Trained in lockout/tag out, confined space entry, fire protection and other OSHA safety compliance programs
• Revised and wrote procedures pertaining to storage and workplace safety
• Site job hazard strategist, inspector and auditor
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Concord, CA Currently
Conducting research on the following professionally related topics:
• Updating OSHA and RCRA Certifications
• Radiological Safety Procedure for RAD II Workers
• Environmental Laws, Regulations, Waste Management, DOE/EM-0383
• Remedial technologies for D&D operations used at Hanford, Fernald, Argonne National Laboratory, INEEL: Pipe Explorer, GammaCam, DDROPS, BROKK, PICS, Oxy-Gasoline Torch, Track-Mounted Shear, Hand-Held Shears, MACS, ARMS, Robotics/Dismantlement, Worker Health and Safety
• DOE’s Innovative Technology Summary Reports
Environmental Consultant
Contractor
THINK NLC, Haslett, MI 01/05 - 02/09
• Managed regulatory compliance issues for small generators and transporters of hazardous and non-hazardous waste in accordance to federal regulations
• Wrote and reviewed health and safety document in accordance to 29 CFR 1910.120
• Conducted assessments and reviews of facilities for compliance to various regulations with DOT, TSD and RCRA involving the evaluation of facility processes, inventory of materials, waste and emergency plans
• Directed workplace safety training sessions outlined by the EPCRA
• Coordinated the corporate H&S program which included trainings, audits, medical surveillance program, and respirator fit-testing, writing and implementing H&S plans
• Advised clients on mining claim permits and regulations pertaining to operations and ownership
• Completed consulting assignments for private clients in Phoenix, AZ, Telluride, CO, Ross, OH and Las Vegas, NV
• Evaluated indoor space for the presence of internal and external sources of air contaminants that may be problematic, including mold, bacteria, and other airborne allergens
• Retained as consultant for obtaining permits and compliance with OSHA regulations
• Developed a fire and fall protection plan in accordance to OSHA 1910.120
• Promoted from Environmental Engineer to Project Coordinator of the RCRA Program at The Feed Materials Production Center and appointed Administrator of the Storage Planning Committee
• Spearheaded FEMC Superfund Site’s successful completion of a $4 million dollar comprehensive, integrated a solid and liquid TSD waste management project for the Plant 1 Pad
• Planned, managed and procured hazard waste storage lockers in accordance with OEPA and RCRA guidelines. Excelled in the performance of multi-million dollar environmental removal actions for the drums on the Plant 1 Pad
• Developed and wrote specific site work plans and completed government estimates of bid proposals
• Assisted in the scoping process of Remedial Investigations and Feasibility Studies
• Managed, reviewed and revised documents, permits and reports pertaining to specific site management plans
• Prepared NEPA document for creating new hazardous waste storage units on The Fernald Site
• Served as Liaison/Consultant for the RCRA Program to all site project groups.
• Corroborated and advise operable units on safety engineering and administrative controls, support CERCLA’s corrective actions
• Ensured regulatory guidance for tank closures, decommissioning of buildings, groundwater issues, waste characterization, treatment, shipping and disposal
• Participated in the development of the Implementation Plan for Safety Analysis Reports and Technical Safety Requirements for each of the site’s 12 nuclear facilities at the Fernald Environmental Management Project
• Implemented corrective actions for procedural and safety issues and regulatory compliance for EH&S Manager as mandated by the DOE, EPA, state and municipal agencies
• Coordinated the safety protocol for 12 nuclear facilities which involved trainings, audits, medical surveillance program, respirator fit-testing, writing and implementing H&S plans
• Routinely attended meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and community representatives to plan, implement and evaluate environmental programs.
• Planned, promoted, and coordinated events such as trainings, workshops, and conferences
• Conducted risk assessments and document reviews of facilities for compliance to various regulations which involved evaluation of facility processes, inventory of hazardous materials, waste and emergency plans
EXPERIENCE PRIOR TO 1999
Environmental Engineer/Waste Specialist
General Technical Services, Harrison, OH/Columbia, MD 07/91 - 10/91
Contractor - Fernald Site
Geophysical Technician
Hepco, Inc. (Department of Energy), Richland, WA 03/91 - 07/91
Contractor – Hanford Site
Geologist
U.S. Department of Interior, Phoenix, AZ 01/90 - 12/90
Bureau of Land Management
Contractor
EDUCATION
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
B.A. Geology/Urban Development Studies
College of Southern Nevada, Las Vegas, NV
A.A.S. Environmental Health & Safety Management
Wayne County Community College Detroit, MI
A.A.S. Electrical/Electronic Technology
CERTIFICATIONS/ASSOCIATIONS
• 40-hour OSHA Training
• OSHA 501 Certification
• RCRA Certification 2009
• Geyers Geothermal Association
• Toastmasters International
OTHER EXPERIENCE
• Skilled in drafting, plotting of topographical maps
• MS Office Suite and CAD
• Languages: Fluent in French
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