Ray Chishti joined J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. in 2017 as a Workplace Safety Editor. Before joining J. J. Keller, Ray worked as an EH&S professional in auditing, management, and executive leadership positions with new construction, operating facilities, and large EPC projects valued between $1 million and $2 billion. He has over 18 years of EH&S experience in a variety of industries, including fossil fuel power plants and utility distribution and transmission work. Ray’s experience also includes safety responsibilities in retail grocery stores, warehouse facilities, and construction of a college campus. He holds a Juris Doctor with a concentration in Occupational Safety and Health. Ray is also an OSHA-authorized trainer for general industry and construction and holds first aid, AED, and CPR certifications.
Working around dusts, mists, fumes, aerosols, gases, and vapors can be hazardous to your health. Employers are responsible for determining the need for using respirators in the workplace.
Utilities, equipment, machines, and HVAC systems often have sources of hazardous energy that require isolation during demolition and construction activities to keep contractor employees safe.
