Blake W. Harrison

Blake W. Harrison has a diverse work experience spanning various industries. Blake W. started their career in 2010 as a Full Time Service Missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Blake W. then worked as a Staff Writer at Brigham Young University - Idaho and also pursued studies in Business Management and Communication.

From 2012 to 2019, Blake owned and operated their own photography business called Blake & Elizabeth Photo, specializing in wedding, family, and portrait photography. During this time, they also worked as an Automotive Technician at Hess Truck Auto & Ag, where they gained experience in general automotive repair.

In 2015, Blake worked as a Supply Chain Supervisor at Cabela's, where they supervised supply chain processes and ensured a quality customer experience. Blake W. later worked as a High Velocity Order Filler at Walmart Distribution Center on a temporary basis to support their family during a move.

From 2016 to 2019, Blake served as the Safety Director at Hess Pumice Products, overseeing health and safety programs, conducting trainings, and managing safety inspections. In 2019, they also worked as a Safety & Health Consultant at Mt. Oxford Safety, providing consulting services in safety and health.

In 2019, Blake joined John Deere as a Safety & Environmental Manager, where they led safety and environmental initiatives, ensured regulatory compliance, and developed proactive safety programs.

Currently, Blake is employed at Western States Equipment since 2021. Blake W. started as a Safety & Environmental Trainer and later transitioned to the role of Director of Talent Development. In these roles, they have been responsible for managing, developing, and delivering safety and environmental training programs for a large number of employees across multiple corporate locations.

Overall, Blake W. Harrison has a strong background in safety and environmental management, with experience in training, compliance, program development, and leadership.

Blake W. Harrison has a diverse education history. Blake W. obtained a Master of Science (MS) degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from the University of Phoenix, graduating in 2023. Prior to that, they completed their Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Organizational Communication at the University of Phoenix in 2022.

In the field of Occupational Safety and Health, Blake has several certifications. Blake W. received their Certified Safety & Health Official (CSHO) General Industry certification and Specialist in Safety & Health (SSH) General Industry and SSH Construction certifications from the University of Utah College of Health in 2018. Furthermore, they earned additional certifications related to safety, including OSHA Authorized Outreach Instructor (10 & 30 hour) General Industry, OSHA Outreach Instructor (General Industry), ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION CERT. (OSHA 7505), Mining Safety & Health Administration Approved IS Instructor, Part 48 MSHA Instructor Training, Forklift Trainer Certification, Lockout/Tagout: Energy Control V2 Certification, Pro Training CPR & AED Skill Evaluator Certification, Pro-First Aid Basic Certification (CPR, AED, First Aid, & American Heart Assoc. guidelines), Pro-Hazard Communication Standard Certification, Pro-Workplace Fire Safety Certification, MSHA Certificate of Training 5000-23, Forklift Certification, and Forklift Certified: Gas sit-down rider, LP gas sit-down rider, Electric sit-down rider.

Blake's educational journey began with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Communication with an emphasis in Public Relations from Brigham Young University - Idaho, which they completed in 2015. Blake W. also holds a High School Diploma from Malad Senior High School, which they attained in 2009.

Overall, Blake W. Harrison has displayed a commitment to education and continuous learning, with a focus on psychology, communication, occupational safety and health, and various safety-related certifications.