Deepak D. Plaha, Msph, Nebosh Email & Phone Number

Scottsdale, Arizona, Us

* Directed Multi-Site EHS Programs: Implemented a unified risk management strategy, improving compliance across all locations.* Reduced Operational Risks: Developed a risk assessment process that cut EHS risks at domestic and international sites.* Improved Safety: Conducted technical reviews and corrective actions, mitigating regulatory risks and enhancing operational safety.* Maintained Low DART Rate: Kept the company’s DART rate below industry averages through proactive safety programs.* Cut Experience Mod by 22%: Reduced safety-related costs, bringing performance below the industry benchmark.* Ensured OSHA & EPA Compliance: Developed policies ensuring full regulatory compliance.* Managed EHS Projects: Oversaw vendor relationships for Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Assessments, air emissions, and wastewater treatment.* Tracked EHS KPIs: Established and monitored key safety metrics to drive improvement.* Led EHS Steering Committee: Guided senior leadership in corporate safety and compliance initiatives.* Responded to CSR Inquiries: Addressed customer questions on Corporate Social Responsibility assessments.* Pandemic Response: Designed and executed a comprehensive COVID-19 mitigation and compliance plan.* Supported M&A Activities: Provided EHS expertise during mergers and acquisitions.

Irvine, Ca, Us

* Led Corporate EHS Strategy: Provided strategic oversight for multi-site EHS compliance as part of the Corporate Legal Team.* Secured 19 Air Permits (SCAQMD): Spearheaded a project positioning Karma as one of only two auto manufacturers in California, alongside Tesla.* Developed EHS Systems and Policies: Designed comprehensive strategies aligned with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management frameworks.* Mitigated EHS Risks: Integrated leading risk indicators into business operations, enhancing proactive risk management.* Launched EHS Programs: Implemented company-wide safety and regulatory compliance initiatives across all levels of operations.* Conducted Risk Assessments: Led hazard identification, gap analyses, and corrective action plans to mitigate risks.* Integrated EHS into R&D and Production: Ensured EHS standards were embedded in all phases of R&D, design, and production scale-up.* Ensured EHS Compliance in Facility Planning: Collaborated on new facility designs to meet EHS standards.* Liaised with Regulatory Agencies: Maintained clear communication with EHS regulators, ensuring compliance.* Managed Third-Party Risk Assessments: Responded to insurance assessments to ensure ongoing compliance and safety.* Recruited and Developed EHS Talent: Built and mentored high-performing EHS teams, driving corporate safety goals

Brea, California, Us

* Strategic EHS Leadership: Oversaw EHS operations across multiple sites, including manufacturing plants in the Western U.S., Mexico, Chile, and Brazil.* Facility Design & Upgrades: Integrated EHS considerations into the design of new facilities and major upgrades, ensuring compliance with safety standards.* Risk-Based Corrective Actions: Conducted hazard identification, risk assessments, and gap analyses, developing corrective actions based on risk prioritization.* Workers’ Compensation Management: Partnered with regional teams and Third Party Administrators (TPAs) to effectively manage workers' compensation claims and ensure compliance.* Manufacturing Equipment Risk Mitigation: Performed detailed risk assessments of equipment, identifying and mitigating potential hazards to prevent incidents.* Policy & Procedure Enhancement: Reviewed and refined EHS policies and procedures, driving compliance and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Palo Alto, California, Us

* Global EHS Leadership: Managed EHS operations for a global technology company across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and North America, ensuring compliance and safety.* Company-Wide EHS Programs: Developed and implemented comprehensive EHS programs across global operations, addressing diverse regulatory environments.* Crisis Response Expertise: Led crisis response for global incidents, including H1N1, SARS, Ebola, and the Fukushima disaster, ensuring business continuity and safety.* Risk Mitigation: Conducted risk assessments and gap analyses, implementing solutions that significantly reduced safety risks and incidents.* Workers' Compensation and Insurance: Collaborated with Risk Management, Legal, HR, and TPAs on workers' compensation claims and insurance reviews, maintaining compliance and managing costs.* Incident Rate Reduction: Reduced safety incidents, lowering the Incident Rate from 0.29 to 0.16 and keeping the Experience Mod below 0.50.* Corporate Social Responsibility Leadership: Co-chaired the Corporate Social Responsibility Committee, contributing to the Corporate Sustainability Report in alignment with Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards.* Client Collaboration: Responded to EHS inquiries from major clients such as Apple, Google, Samsung, Microsoft, and IBM, ensuring satisfaction and compliance.* Data Center Risk Assessments: Developed risk assessment processes for data centers and created critical EHS documentation for business continuity, crisis planning, and regulatory reporting.* EHS for Disposal Facilities: Reviewed EHS standards for Treatment, Storage & Disposal Facilities, working closely with the Purchasing department.* M&A Environmental Support: Conducted Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments for mergers and acquisitions, supporting new corporate campus development.* Global EHS Staff Development: Mentored and developed global EHS staff, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Lawrenceville, Ga, Us

* EHS Leadership Across Multiple Units: Managed EHS operations for multiple Ricoh business units across North America, ensuring compliance and safety.* Risk Assessments & Corrective Actions: Conducted hazard identification, risk assessments, and gap analyses, implementing corrective action plans to mitigate risks.* Company-Wide EHS Programs: Developed and executed EHS programs that enhanced safety and regulatory compliance across the organization.* EHS Metrics Integration: Established key performance metrics and integrated them into both business goals and individual performance targets.* Industrial Hygiene & Surveillance: Oversaw industrial hygiene and medical surveillance programs for noise, chemical, and radiation exposure, ensuring employee safety.* Facility Design & EHS Integration: Ensured EHS standards were embedded in the design of new facilities and during major revisions to existing ones.* Environmental Permit Management: Managed environmental permits, including those for air quality (SCAQMD), wastewater treatment, and soil/groundwater remediation projects.* Regulatory & ISO Compliance: Developed EHS strategies, systems, and procedures aligned with regulatory requirements, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 management standards.* EHS Team Leadership: Led and developed a high-performing EHS team, fostering professional growth and aligning their efforts with overall company objectives.

Minneapolis, Mn, Us

* Expert EHS Guidance: Provided expert advice on injury prevention, hazard assessments, and safety for new and existing equipment and processes.* FDA cGMP Expertise: Extensive experience in FDA cGMP regulatory environments, particularly in biomedical device manufacturing.* Biomedical EHS Integration: Integrated EHS processes into R&D and manufacturing for medical devices, including heart valves, stents, textiles, catheters, and guidewires.* EHS Program Leadership: Developed and implemented company-wide EHS programs aligned with regulatory requirements and ISO 14001/ISO 45001 standards.* Risk Assessments & Corrective Actions: Conducted hazard assessments, risk evaluations, and gap analyses, leading corrective action initiatives.* Cross-Functional Leadership: Managed facilities engineering, security, and EHS departments, leading a team of 15 professionals.* Facility Design & Compliance: Contributed to facility design and renovations, ensuring full EHS compliance.* Environmental Reporting: Completed annual air emissions inventories and technical reports for SCAQMD.* Employee Training: Trained employees on EHS policies and launched EHS programs for new sites, including in Tijuana.* Corporate EHS Support: Supported M&A activities and conducted compliance audits at domestic and international sites.* Budget Management: Managed a budget exceeding $3.1 million.

* Industrial Hygiene & Medical Surveillance: Developed programs for handling potent compounds, including antineoplastics and lyophilized products, utilizing glove boxes and Isolator Technology.* FDA cGMP Expertise: Extensive experience in FDA cGMP regulatory environments.* Workers' Compensation Management: Managed the company's workers' compensation program, reducing OSHA Recordable Injuries by 50%, Restricted Work Days by 70%, and claim costs by 85%.* Emergency Preparedness: Created and executed Plant Emergency Action Plans and led evacuation drills.* Safety Policy Development: Authored key safety policies and procedures (IIPP, HazCom, LOTO, Confined Space, Forklift), and provided comprehensive employee training.* SDS Development: Contributed to the creation of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for drug products.* Radiation Safety Officer: Served as the Primary Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) and developed the site's chemical hygiene and laboratory safety plans.

Masters Of Science In Public Health (Msph), Environmental Health

Nebosh National General Certificate In Occupational Health & Safety, Uk Management Of Health And Safety (Ngc1) & Controlling Workplace Hazards (Ngc2)

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Biology, Chemistry (Minor), Pre-Medicine