Alex has years of experience helping companies comply with regulatory requirements and improve their health and safety programs. He is well versed in OSHA standards. Specific areas of knowledge/expertise include: electrical safety, OSHA record keeping, emergency preparedness, hazard communication and blood borne pathogens. As a Senior EHS Consultant, he helps companies create, implement and maintain effective health and safety programs; provides safety training on OSHA-required and other subjects; mediates company safety committee meetings; helps companies set and track safety-related goals; prepares regulatory reports to submit to local, state and federal agencies as required; assists with incident investigations; and conducts on-site safety assessments. Alex has ten of experience in both consulting and the manufacturing industry.
Areas of Expertise
- Electrical Safety/NFPA 70E
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Regulatory Reporting
- Emergency Preparedness
- Health & Safety Program Development
- Health & Safety Support and Training
- Hazard Communication/SDS Management
- 49 CFR DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation
- Industrial Hygiene Monitoring Investigation
- Industrial Hygiene Monitoring
- OSHA Record keeping
- Waste Management
- Spill Prevention, Control & Countermeasure
- Chemical Inventory Reporting
Education
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Health, Colorado State University
Professional Information
After graduating from Colorado State University in 2012, Alex worked for H&A as an EHS Consultant for roughly three years assisting AssuredCompliance® clients with development and implementation of their EHS programs. After his tenure at H&A, Alex spent nearly five years as a Senior EHS Coordinator for a global medical device manufacturer headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado. His key responsibilities included regulatory compliance management (OSHA, RCRA, EPCRA, NESHAP, NDPES, etc.), implementation of continual improvement projects, tracking and trending of EHS metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs), maintenance of the company’s ISO 14001 and 45001 management system certifications, and general oversight of departmental objectives and targets. He helped the organization achieve significant reductions in waste generation, natural resource consumption, and Workers’ Compensation claims, and influenced a culture of safety and sustainability throughout the organization. He rejoined the H&A team in July of 2022 as a Senior EHS Consultant.
Jeff Bracken believes building client relationships and fostering effective communication for the continuous implementation of safe work practices. His responsibilities at H&A include conducting on-site safety assessments, reviewing environmental permits and improving safety procedures. This client partnership equips companies with the tools necessary to maintain the highest standard of environmental health and safety.
Areas of Expertise
- LOTO
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- Gas Calibration
- Third-Party Contractor Qualification Platforms
- Health & Safety Support and Training
Certifications
- OSHA 10 Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician Certification
Professional Information
Preceding Hellman & Associates, Jeff worked for Electrical Technologies as a senior project manager. During his time there, he kept teams on-task with proactive controls of budgets, schedules and scopes. He maintained close connections with project personnel to quickly identify and resolve issues. He also sustained a high level of service to clients extending relationships and encouraging more projects. Prior to Electrical Technologies, he worked for Martin Technical as a industrial safety consultant. He trained employees in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents by engaging proper behavior. Jeff assessed workplace compliance with key safety standards and regulations by initiating processes to correct deficiencies. He was also a LOTO lead trainer and traveled extensively training all aspects to companies.
Claire graduated from Colorado State University in 2023 with her B.S. in Environmental Health including coursework in epidemiology, field methods, toxicology, air quality and occupational health. Her experience includes industrial hygiene sampling, conducting on-site safety assessments and implementing safety procedures.
Areas of Expertise
- OSHA Regulations and Interpretation
- Job Hazard Analysis
- Science Communication
Education
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Health, Colorado State University; Honors Distinction with a minor in Food Science/Safety
Certifications and Professional Training
- ServSafe Manager Certified
Professional Information
Claire began her career in Environmental Health as an intern at Hellman & Associates in the summer of 2022 where she assisted consultants with written projects, site assessments and trainings. At CSU, Claire was a student ambassador representing Environmental Health for the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical sciences. She assisted teaching of three various undergraduate courses and served as the student representative to the Colorado Environmental Health Association. Claire also has experience in customer service, conflict management and leadership through her past jobs in the retail industry.
Ross graduated from the University of Iowa in 2022 with a B.A. in Environmental Policy and Planning. In the short time since graduating, he has become an expert on OSHA and EPA procedures with an emphasis in shipping and warehousing. Ross is passionate about bringing standardization to client workspaces and developing a culture built around safety.
Areas of Expertise
- General Industry Standards
- Hazard Identification and Corrective Actions
- Asbestos Management and Abatement
- Indoor/Outdoor Air Quality
- Safety Training
- First Aid and Injury Prevention
- PPE and Ergonomics
- OSHA Standards interpretation
Education
Bachelors of Arts, Environmental Policy & Planning, University of Iowa; Certificate in Sustainability; Double minor in Environmental Science and Political Science
Certifications
- Adult First Aid/CPR/AED Certification – American Heart Association
- OSHA 30 Hour Certification – General Industry
- OSHA 10 Hour Certification – General Industry
- Basic Introduction to Industrial Hygiene – American Industrial Hygiene Association
Professional Information
Shortly after graduating from the University of Iowa, Ross interned as an Air Quality Specialist for an engineering and architecture company based out of Iowa City, Iowa. He assisted clients with projects managing indoor air pollutants including asbestos, radon, lead and mold. He also completed Title V and Construction Permits for large scale companies. Ross moved to Denver to work as an EHS Specialist for a Fortune 500 company which targeted shipping and warehousing clients. In that position, he acted as the subject matter expert to ensure compliance with OSHA procedures and was primary first responder to emergency situations.
Hannah is an experienced safety professional with years of Environmental Health & Safety experience. She has specialized knowledge in oil & gas, petrochemicals and construction industries. Hannah is dedicated to ensuring job site safety and OSHA 29 CFR 1910/1926 compliance by utilizing inspection,
evaluation, training and technical support. She is skilled in identifying and resolving safety risks, conducting hazard analyses and providing emergency services. Collaborating with onsite teams, subcontractors and management, Hannah assists to implement safety measures and improve procedures.
Areas of Expertise
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Safety
- 40-Hour Hazardous Material Technician
- 5-Why Investigations
- Inspections and Audits
Education
Bachelor of Science, Occupational Safety and Health, Murray State University – Murray, KY
Certifications
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Safety
- 40-Hour Hazardous Material Technician
Professional Information
Prior to earning her degree from Murray State University, Hannah successfully completed four internships in oil & gas and petrochemical sectors. Upon graduation, she commenced her career in safety with Chevron Phillips Chemical in Houston, TX. This is where she acquired comprehensive expertise in the petrochemical industry. After three years in this role, Hannah transitioned to the construction field before joining H&A.
Heather has a strong background in data and systems management and gas detection sales, support and maintenance. She believes building client relationships and fostering effective communication will allow for continuous implementation of safe work practices. Heather’s responsibilities at H&A include conducting on-site safety assessments, client safety training, industrial hygiene and gas detection monitoring. Her client partnership equips companies with the tools required to maintain the highest standards of health and safety.
Areas of Expertise
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- Gas Calibration
- OSHA Standard Compliance
- Third-Party Contractor Qualification Platforms
- Air Emissions Tracking
- Health and Safety Management Systems
Certifications
- Microsoft Project
- OSHA Special Government Employee (SGE)
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- H&A Academy – OSHA General Industry and Construction Industry Standards
Professional Information
Heather has more than 20 years of data system management coupled with office administration and customer service procedures. She has been with H&A since 2014 ensuring its systems run precisely, its data is accurate and current and its key performance indicators are met. As H&A’s gas detection representative, Heather is the manufacturer liaison and works with the H&A client team to recommend the best gas detection solution for each client’s environment.
Keri has more than eight years of professional experience in account management within manufacturing and retail industries. She believes in the power to cultivate a culture based on safety and collaboration. Keri identifies potential hazards and implements creative solutions to manage risks and maintain an injury free workspace. Her responsibilities at H&A include conducting on-site safety assessments, executing client safety trainings and improving safety procedures.
Areas of Expertise
- General Industry OSHA standards
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- Health & Safety Support and Training
- First Aid and Injury Prevention
Education
Bachelor of Science, Developmental Psychology and Early Childhood Studies, Sonoma State University, CA
Professional Information
Keri comes to Hellman & Associates with an eagerness to apply her creative problem-solving skills and detail-oriented professionalism to the Health and Safety industry. Her dynamic background in client relations and sales gives her a deep understanding of managing and developing lasting customer relationships while working towards common goals. Prior to joining H&A, Keri’s focus was in sales where she managed CRM reporting, proposal tracking, program renewals and provided product training to over 500 field consultants, while ensuring compliance to company policies and procedures.
Erin McKay earned her Masters of Science in Environmental Science in 2020. She leveraged her education and applied it to a middle school teaching experience prior to joining H&A. She believes that building client relationships and fostering effective communication will allow for the continuous implementation of safe work practices. Her responsibilities at H&A include conducting on-site safety assessments, reviewing environmental permits, and improving safety procedures. This partnership equips companies with the tools necessary to maintain the highest standard of environmental health and safety.
Areas of Expertise
- Water Treatment
- Soil Sampling
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- Gas Calibration
- Third Party Contractor Qualification Platforms
- Health and Safety Support and Training
Education
Master of Science – Environmental Science – University of Colorado, Denver
Bachelor of Science – Biological Sciences – Eastern Illinois University
Professional Information
Preceding Hellman & Associates, Erin worked for the city of Charleston, Illinois as a water treatment plant operator. During her time there, she assisted with inspections in order to maintain the highest level of safety for the city in this critical area. During her master’s program at the University of Colorado Denver, her education focused on risk assessment, environmental politics, and policy. She also conducted field work, which has equipped her with the knowledge and skills to work professionally in the environmental health and safety industry. Additionally, her time as an instructor at the University of Colorado and Denver Public Schools allowed Erin to develop the skillset to efficiently and effectively deliver content to a variety of learners.
Lexi graduated from Colorado State University in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental and Radiological Health Science. She is a strong advocate for the principle that prevention is the most effective strategy in safety management. With over five years of experience in Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), Lexi excels at identifying potential hazards and implementing efficient processes to ensure safe, injury-free work environments.
Areas of Expertise
- General Industry OSHA Standards
- Industrial Hygiene Field Testing
Education
Bachelor of Science in Environmental & Radiological Health Science; Minor in Chemistry
Certifications and Professional Training
- OSHA 10
Professional Information
Lexi began her career in Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) as an Occupational Health Assistant at Colorado State University. In this role, she was responsible for managing training programs, conducting respirator fit testing, and implementing critical safety initiatives, including bloodborne pathogen and sharps safety protocols. She then transitioned to industrial hygiene with a defense contractor, where she conducted comprehensive assessments related to air quality, airflow, ergonomics, and other key industrial hygiene factors. After a brief hiatus exploring marketing and operations, Lexi felt a compelling draw back to EHS. Currently, as part of the team at Hellman and Associates, she continues to advance her knowledge of general industry standards and leverages her extensive experience to promote best practices in workplace safety.
Peter has over five years of experience with a strong background in providing safety consultation and auditing of comprehensive safety and health management systems. His previous work experience taught him the sustainable value that going beyond compliance can have on an organization, and the dedication and resources it takes to not only maintain but continually improve safety culture. At Hellman & Associates, Peter has had experience providing fulltime EHS support, as well as delivering ASSUREDCompliance® services to both general industry and construction clients.
Areas of Expertise
- Behavior-Based Safety
- Safety & Health Management Systems
- Health & Safety Program Development
- Health & Safety Support
- OSHA Compliance
- Hazard Communication
- Lockout/Tagout
- Machine Guarding
- OSHA Recordkeeping
- Overhead Cranes & Rigging
- Standards Interpretation
Education
Master of Science in Technology, Environmental and Safety Management, Pittsburg State University
Bachelor of Science in Technology, Wood Technology, Pittsburg State University
Certifications and Professional Training
- Certified Safety Professional, Certificate No. 34796
- Associate in Risk Management
Professional Information
Prior to joining Hellman & Associates, Inc., Peter worked two-and-one-half years as a Safety Specialist for the On-site Consultation Program in the State of Kansas. In this position, he had the opportunity to work within a wide variety of industries, performing audits of both written programs and facilities/job sites to identify any potential OSHA violations. He was also deeply involved with the Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program auditing the safety and health management systems of companies who voluntarily participated in the program. During this time, he was able to attend a large number of training courses through the OSHA Training Institute.
Ray Robitschek has over five years of EHS experience in both the public and private sectors. He has supported companies both big and small in general industry and construction. Although safety comprises the bulk of his current work, he is experienced in industrial hygiene, hazardous waste management, and DOT FMCSA compliance. Ray believes that with the right people, resources, mindset, and commitment by all those involved, companies can be truly successful in their pursuit of a safe and healthy workplace. Ray hopes that the strong relationships he builds with his clients will inspire them to continually work towards making improvements to their safety program and maturing their safety culture.
Areas of Expertise
- Construction Safety
- Health & Safety Compliance Audits
- Health & Safety Program Development
- Health & Safety Training
- Incident Investigations
- Job Hazard Analysis and Pre-Planning
- OSHA Inspections
- DOT FMCSA
- Hazardous Materials and Waste Management
- Subcontractor Prequalification
Education
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Health, Colorado State University
Certifications and Professional Training
- Certified Safety Professional, Certificate No. 38914
- Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), Certificate No. 12553
Professional Information
Prior to joining Hellman and Associates in 2016, Ray interned at the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and the City of Fort Collins. While working at CDOT, he helped coordinate air sampling of various maintenance operations and develop a comprehensive, CDOT-specific respiratory protection program. At the City of Fort Collins, he was responsible for developing a strategic safety plan to address work-related injuries and worked extensively on emergency action planning for a number of city facilities.
Mike Rose has over fifteen years of environmental, health and safety (EHS) responsibilities in manufacturing, oil and gas, construction, and mining operations for both private and government clients.
Areas of Expertise
- OSHA Compliance
- Environmental Regulatory Support
- Energized Electrical Program Development and Training per NFPA 70E
- Air Emissions Calculations, Permitting and Compliance
- Hazardous Materials Storage Compliance and Reporting (TRI and Tier II)
- Process Safety Management and Process Hazard Analysis
- Hazardous Waste Program Management and Reporting
- Fire and Life Safety Code Evaluations
- Confined Space Entry and Rescue Training
- Machine Safeguarding Evaluations and Lockout Tagout Procedures
Education
Bachelor of Science, Fire Protection and Safety Engineering Technology, Oklahoma State University
Certifications and Professional Training
- Certified Safety Professional, Certificate No. 23296
- OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Safety
- OSHA 40-Hour Hazardous Waste Operations
- OSHA Hazardous Materials Technician
- Colorado Contractors Association Design and Operation of Work Zone Traffic Control
- NFPA 70E Electrical Safety in the Workplace
- ICS-001- Incident Command System
Professional Information
Prior to joining Hellman & Associates, Inc., Mr. Rose gained experience as a Safety Director for a heavy civil construction company, Environmental Compliance Specialist with the US Air Force and as a Fire Protection Engineer and Project Manager.
James is currently finishing his PhD at Colorado State University in Environmental Health and Industrial Hygiene. During his studies, he researched agricultural workers and their exposures to bioaerosols and silica. At Hellman and Associates, James is excited to establish strong client relationships and assist with its occupational health and safety needs. He is a firm believer in the “plan-do-check-act” cycle and knows every challenge is an opportunity to learn and grow.
Areas of Expertise
- Industrial Hygiene Monitoring
- Bioaerosol and Indoor Air Quality Assessments
- Asbestos Management
- Hearing Conservation and Noise Management
- ASSP Z10.0 and ISO 45001 – OHS Management Systems
- Respiratory Protection
- PPE Usage
- Laboratory Safety
- OSHA Regulations Interpretation and Application
Education
PhD, Environmental Health – Industrial Hygiene Specialization – Colorado State University
Bachelor of Arts, Environmental Studies, University of Colorado
Professional Information
Prior to joining Hellman & Associates, James worked as a graduate research assistant in Colorado State University’s Environmental and Radiological Health Department. During his time as a research assistant, he was responsible for managing local and international sampling campaigns, performing laboratory analyses and disseminating research results to broad audiences. He also worked as an environmental technician where he was responsible for asbestos abatement management, IAQ assessments, lead- based paint investigations and radon mitigation.
Harry is an experienced safety professional with five years of Environmental Health & Safety consulting experience. Working extensively with clients in general and construction industries, he provides a wide range of services meeting his clients’ needs. Harry is dedicated to ensuring job site safety and OSHA 29 CFR 1910/1926 compliance by providing on-site safety assessments, hands-on personalized trainings and exceptional customer service. Skilled in conducting occupational exposure assessments and identifying workplace safety hazards, he works with clients developing pragmatic solutions and correcting safety hazards in a timely manner. Harry collaborates with onsite teams, subcontractors and management to implement safety measures and improve company safety performance.
Areas of Expertise
- Inspections and Audits
- Training
- Industrial hygiene assessments
- Incident investigations
Education
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, University of Denver
Certifications
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
- 40-Hour Hazardous Material Technician
Professional Information
After graduating from the University of Denver, Harry began his career in health and safety with Citadel EHS in Los Angeles, California. He worked in Citadel’s Industrial Hygiene & Safety, Engineering & Environmental Sciences and ESG & Sustainability departments. Here, he acquired expertise to provide EHS consulting services to clients in general and construction industries.
Jennifer has more than 18 years of experience in Environmental Health and Safety. She started her career at the Larimer County health department conducting health and safety inspections at restaurants, child care facilities and schools. In addition, Jennifer has experience in environmental consultation and health and safety training. Her expertise includes outbreak investigation, water quality, zoonosis, accident investigation, indoor air quality investigations, chemical management, safety committee organization and education.
Areas of Expertise
- Respiratory Fit Testing and Training
- Industrial Hygiene Monitoring
- HazCom / SDS Management
- Health and Safety Training
- Chemical Inventory Reporting
- Indoor Air Quality
- Hazardous Waste
- OSHA Recordkeeping
- Communicable Disease Prevention
- Safety Committee Programs
- Hearing Conservation Programs
- Noise Monitoring and Surveillance
Education
Bachelor of Science Biology – University of North Texas
Master of Science Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene focus – Colorado State University
Master of Education – Colorado State University
Certifications
- Asbestos Building Inspector/Management Planner
- OSHA 30 Certification
- Certified Food Safety Professional – NEHA
Professional Information
After graduating from University of North Texas, Jennifer moved to Colorado and worked in the Larimer
County health department as an Environmental Health Specialist. There, she conducted health and
safety inspections, investigated outbreaks and reviewed plans for new facilities. After seven years, she returned CSU to complete her master’s degree in Environmental Health with an emphasis in Industrial Hygiene. Her professional career continued with consultation experience in asbestos, indoor air quality, safety training, safety audits, industrial hygiene monitoring and environmental site assessments. Her interest in education led her to teach science at a public middle school for two years. She then returned to the EHS field where she gained experience creating chemical and SDS management systems, establishing safety committees, safety training, respirator fit testing and training, blood-borne pathogen training, confined space training and conducting site safety audits.
Robert has over seven years of health and safety experience assisting companies with regulatory requirements as well as developing company-specific best practices for their unique challenges. His background includes work in civil and commercial heavy construction, Army Corp of Engineer managed projects and manufacturing environments. Robert has experience providing full-time EHS support, as well as delivering safety and health services to sites around the country to include OSHA Voluntary Protection Program requirements.
Areas of Expertise
- Confined Space
- Construction Safety
- Crane and Rigging Plans
- Excavation Safety
- Fall Protection
- Hazardous Waste Remediation
- Health and Safety Program Development
- Heavy Equipment Use
- Incident Investigation
- Industrial Hygiene Sampling and Analysis
- Noise Evaluation and Analysis
- Safety Management System Development
- Standards Interpretation
Education
Associate of Applied Science, Trinidad State Junior College in Trinidad, Colorado Occupational Safety and Health Technology
Certifications and Professional Training
- OSHA #511 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry
- OSHA #510 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Construction
- OSHA #3015 Excavation, Trenching and Soil Mechanics
- OSHA #7845 Recordkeeping Rule Seminar
- 30 Hour Occupational Safety and Health Training
Professional Information
Prior to joining Hellman & Associates, Inc., Robert worked as a Safety Manager for a heavy construction specialty trade contractor. In this position, he had responsibility to develop plans and procedures protecting employees from chemicals including asbestos, mercury, benzene and other volatile organic compounds during clean-up activities. This work was completed under a variety of private entities, general contractors and governmental organizations including the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Jordan has knowledge and expertise in fall protection, CPR/First Aid, excavation/trenching and respiratory protection gained during his career as a safety professional. His previous experience taught him the value of an efficient organization system and fact-based decision making. He has a dedication to maintaining and improving safety cultures, while taking every opportunity to teach and train others on the importance of safety in the workplace as well as in our everyday lives.
Area of Expertise
- Respiratory Protection
- Fall Protection
- Excavation/Trenching
- CPR/First Aid
- Ergonomics
- Job Hazard Analysis
- SDS Management
- Health & Safety Program Development
- Health & Safety Support and Training
- OSHA Compliance
Education
Bachelor of Science, Occupational Safety and Health, Brigham Young University-Idaho
Professional Certifications
- Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
- OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- Colorado SWMP Certification
- Excavation Safety Training for Competent Persons (CPT)
Professional Information
Prior to joining Hellman & Associates, Jordan worked as an EHS Consultant at Cardinal Health. During his time there, he gained experience in risk assessments, lock-out tag-out procedures, safety program implementation, record-keeping and inspections/audits in a distribution setting. He also worked in the safety department at BYU-Idaho as a HAZMAT Safety Specialist and was responsible for the appropriate storage and disposal of all chemicals used on campus while managing the safety data sheets. Other experience was gained while teaching CPR/First Aid courses, inspecting and maintaining automated external defibrillators and implementing a new inspection system for the safety department. More recently, Jordan gained experience in the construction industry as a Safety Specialist for Brinkman Construction, a General Contractor based in Fort Collins. There, he gained experience managing a safety program on a company-wide scale, managing multiple sub-contractors, fire extinguisher inspections, monthly safety audits, leading safety trainings and adhering to state storm-water regulations.
Laura Colombo, Financial Manager
Colton Hellman, Financial Administrator
Carolina Vasquez, Project Administrator
Marshall Hoover, Partnership Development Representative