Hazardous Waste and Toxic Chemical Regulating Consultant (985)
Expertise
Hazardous waste regulations and management.
Environmental regulations, permitting, and potential remediation options.
Regulatory compliance with OSHA, TSLA, and EPA regulations.
Chemical exposure assessment.
Expert witness and testimony related to chemical exposure and compliance with regulations.
Experience
Independent Consultant 2001 - Present
NSI Chemical Group, Vice President of Emerging Technology and Risk Management 2000 - 2001
Zep Manufacturing Company, Selig Industries and Enforcer Products combined into one entity, NSI chemical Group.
Investigated chemical and chemical formulation product liability claims to determine the extent of fault and to negotiating settlement.
Testified as a company representative and expert witness.
Selig Chemical Industry, Atlanta, Georgia, Vice President of Research and Development 1974 - 2000
A division of National Service Industries, responsible for manufacturing and marketing of over 400 chemical specialty products for industrial and institutional accounts.
Part of introduction of over 300 products with annual sales of over $30 million.
Reformulated over 250 products, concentrating on performance enhancement and cost reduction resulting in substantial savings.
Established a protocol for writing labels, technical bulletins and materials safety data sheets.
Reorganized R&D into functional units incorporating a Quality Control section, overseeing safety, Regulatory Affairs and the ISO programs.
Handled all product liability claims.
I. Schneid Inc., Assistant Technical Director, Atlanta, Georgia, 1972 - 1974
Manufacturer for private label chemical products for industrial and institutional use.
Louisiana Dept. of Highways, Testing Division, Chemist, 1971 - 1972
Set up analytical techniques utilizing atomic absorption and Leco Furnace for material used by the highway department.
Education
Ph.D. Chemistry, Louisiana State University
B.A. Chemistry, Emory University