Amerisafe Group
Mike Horist has extensive experience in emergency response and management, currently serving as the Lead Rescue Technician at Amerisafe Group since December 2018. Previously, Mike worked as a Confined Space Rescue Technician at Looking from December 2018 to December 2022 and served as a Fire Lieutenant with the Chicago Fire Department for over 32 years. Additional qualifications include certifications as an Emergency Medical Technician, Hazardous Materials Technician, Haz-Mat Incident Commander, and Rope Rescue Technician. Mike also held leadership roles as CEO and COO of Timberwork Construction and President of Castle Plumbing. Military service includes time as a helicopter mechanic in the United States Army Reserve. Education includes training at City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College and Gordon Tech in Fire Science and Rescue Operations.
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Amerisafe Group
With offices in Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Chicago, Amerisafe Group, offers full service safety consulting, staffing, safety training, management, safety equipment, technical rescue and occupational health services for all types of industries nationwide. Our professionals combine world-class safety principles with solid working experience taking into consideration industry best practices, as well as OSHA, client policies and owner policies to recommend practical and implementable solutions. Construction Safety Management - leads the industry by providing experienced “hands on” Construction Site Safety Management - utilizing proven tools, techniques, training programs and "Best Practices" of the industry. Occupational Health Services- We offer facility staffing, on-site testing services, and occupational nurse staffing. Our employees are thoroughly screened, tested, and our credentialing process is compliant with JCAHO industry standards. We have a group of dedicated medical personnel and can cover your staffing needs for per diem, short-term assignments, and long-term contracts, both local and travel. OSHA Compliance Training - offers quality hands-on OSHA Compliance Training provided by our experienced, degreed Certified Safety Professionals (CSP). OHSAS 18001 - world class safety and health programs that adhere to the OHSAS 18001 standard Industrial Hygiene - offers a full range of safety and environmental industrial hygiene services, including air monitoring, bulk sampling, noise surveys, indoor air quality assessments and both ionizing and non- ionizing radiation monitoring. Technical Rescue Services - expert Technical Services for your Safety Needs. Our nationwide network of certified Technical Rescuers provide both Confined Space Entry and Non-entry Rescue staffing and equipment for any job site.