Knowledge and Skills Committee

Including the Chair, this committee will have up to eight (8) members who will hold the CSM, SDC, SPC Certificate, or the CSD/MSP Certification and serve as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) for the Certification Board. The Knowledge and Skills Committee shall work to maintain and revalidate the body of knowledge for both the MSP and CSD accreditations, providing a Job Analysis of the body of knowledge. The committee will review and write or revise Job Tasks, including Frequency and Criticality. The committee will provide the Item Writing Committee with any changes for incorporation into future examinations and prepare and maintain the criteria for evaluating continuing professional development programs. The NASP/IASP, Inc. Certification Program Operations Manual outlines other responsibilities and duties. 

Committee Members

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John Rawlings

Knowledge and Skills Committee Chair

John Rawlings

Knowledge and Skills Committee Chair

Mr. John Rawlings has served in safety over the past 17 years after retiring from the Army as an Infantry Officer. He has had the privilege of working globally on a myriad of projects throughout his safety journey, from high-rise construction, pharmaceutical labs and clinics, hospitals, schools, theme parks, fuel depots, and environmental sites across the United States.

John holds an MA from Webster University and a BA from Colorado Christian University.

John holds NASP's Safety Professional Certificate (SPC) and Certified Safety Manager Construction Certificate (CSMC) credentials. He holds five BCSP credentials: (Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), Safety Trained Supervisor (STS), Safety Management Specialist (SMS), and Certified Environmental Trainer (CET) ).

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Brian Fuller

Knowledge and Skills Committee Vice Chair

Brian Fuller

Knowledge and Skills Committee Vice Chair

Mr. Brian Fuller is the Director of Safety and Health at KGPCo. He has over 19 years of experience in the Environmental Health and Safety field, with expertise in telecommunications, construction, commercial diving, and crane industries.

Brian holds NASP's Master Safety Professional (MSP)® certification. His additional credentials include, Certified Chemical Safety Technician, Certified Rigging/Signaling Instructor, Certified Environmental Health and Safety Management Specialist, and Hazard Analysis Technician. Brian was honored with the title of Corporate Trainer of the Year by Crane and Rigging Hotline Magazine in October 2012.

Certifications

Certification Prep Courses

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Donovon Krebs

Donovon Krebs

 

Mr. Donovon Krebs is the Regional EHS Manager at Whiting-Turner Contracting Company. He boasts over 15 years of experience in risk management, regulatory compliance, and safety program development. His career reflects a consistent dedication to enhancing workplace safety, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and fostering a culture of health and well-being while leading cross-functional teams, implementing effective training programs, and aligning safety objectives with organizational goals to achieve optimal results.

Donovan is pursuing a degree in Occupational Health & Safety at Columbia Southern University. He graduated with certifications in HVAC and Plumbing from Sun Area Technical Institute, which includes specialized systems, i.e., Med Gas and Propane Lines.

Donovan holds NASP's Master Safety Professional (MSP)® certification. He holds two BCSP credentials:  Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) and Certified Instructional Trainer (CIT). His additional credentials include OSHA 500 Trainer, National Firefighter 1, CPR/First Aid BLS Instructor, EM 385 Instructor, and Certified Incident Management Leader.

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Erick Rathgaber

Erick Rathgaber

 

Mr. Erick Rathgaber is the Safety Coordinator at Parkview Health with over 15 years in safety and environmental risk management, encompassing military aviation and healthcare, committed to advancing workplace safety and compliance. Erick has spearheaded numerous safety compliance initiatives and undertaken comprehensive risk assessments to align with organizational objectives. Erick's proficiency in hazard mitigation and regulatory compliance has been instrumental in attaining excellence in environmental health and safety management. His adeptness in prioritizing workloads, fostering effective communication, and employing critical thinking has consistently contributed to enhancing safety protocols beyond regulatory benchmarks. He brings a robust foundation encompassing both theoretical and applied facets of safety and health management to his role as a seasoned Safety Specialist.

Erick holds a Master of Science degree in Organizational Leadership from the Indiana Institute of Technology. He is pursuing his Doctor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health at Columbia Southern University. Erick holds NASP's Master Safety Professional (MSP)® certification, the Safety Director Certificate (SDC), and Certified Safety Manager Certificate (CSM) credentials.

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John O'Connor

John O'Connor

 

Mr. John O'Connor has over 30 years of experience in Environmental Health & Safety, Emergency Services and Public Safety. He is currently the Senior Safety Specialist for Avangrid's (NYSEG) electrical and natural gas network's operation in Southeastern New York. Prior to working in the utility industry, John most recently served as the Director of Emergency Management for the County of Putnam, NY.

John has a BA from American Military University in Emergency & Disaster Management and is a graduate of the FEMA Emergency Management Institute's National Academy.

John holds NASP's Master Safety Professional (MSP)® certification. He holds BCSP's Certified Safety Professional (CSP) credential. His additional credentials include IAEM's Certified Emergency Manager, ASIS International's Certified Protection Professional and Physical Security Professional, and the New York State Association of Towns Certified Town Official credentials. In addition, John holds the National Board of Fire Service Professional Qualifications credentials as a Fire Inspector I, Fire Instructor I, and Fire Officer II.

Hollis-Grady

Hollis Grady Jr.

Hollis Grady Jr.

 

Mr. Hollis Grady Jr. is an Environmental Health and Safety Manager, safety consultant, and founder of Genesis Safety Support Management. Hollis retired from the U.S. Army after 24 distinguished years of service, where he was promoted to different management and safety positions. Over the last two decades, he has continued to utilize his valuable experience in the private and public sectors, currently working as the Senior Auditor for EHS Global Assurance.

Hollis holds NASP's Certified Safety Manager Certificate(CSM) and Certified Safety Manager Construction Certificate (CSMC) credentials. His military and civilian certifications include the Certified Occupational Safety Specialist, OSHA 500 Trainer and 501 Trainer, FEMA Emergency Management Program Development, Compliance Safety and Health Officer, and Certified Internal Auditor.

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Byron R. Andres

Byron R. Andres

 

Mr. Byron R. Andres is a professional construction and safety manager with over forty years of experience for global engineering construction companies, including major projects for the U.S. Department of Energy.

Byron holds a B.S. in Construction Management from Ashford University.

Byron holds NASP's Master Safety Professional (MSP)® certification. He holds two BCSP credentials: Construction Health & Safety Technician (CHST) and Safety Training Supervisor Construction (STSC). Byron is HAZWOPER Certified, an OSHA 500 Trainer, and a Qualified Rigging Trainer. Byron currently serves as Safety Manager for Envirocon, where he lives and works according to his motto, "Be Safe to Live - Live to be Safe."

Other Committees

Item Writing Committee

Examination Committee

Appeals and Complaints Committee