| Derrick Johnson: Manager, Environmental Health & Safety and Chair, Safety & Security Committee. He first began working at Palomar on August 26, 2013. Derrick is responsible for the structuring, implementation and management of a comprehensive environmental health and occupational safety program for the District. Derrick assures compliance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations. Program disciplines include: • District Emergency Preparedness • Occupational Safety • Environmental Programs (Air, Storm Water & Environmental Assessments) • Biosafety • Chemical Safety (Chemical Hygiene Plan) • Hazardous Waste Management • Fire Protection • AED Program • ADA/Ergonomic Program • Hazard Communication Programs • Injury Illness & Prevention Plan (IIPP) • District Incident/Accident Investigation & Corrective Action Plan • Property & Liability Loss Prevention Program |
| Allison Tyra: EH&S Analyst. Allison started working as a full-time EH&S Analyst in September 2023. The Environmental Health & Safety Specialist deals largely with the coordination of the District’s emergency response, which includes drills, evacuations, staff/faculty training, and programs that comply with state and federal regulations. Along with emergency response, the specialist coordinates OSHA safety training for District employees, including managing the records and reports. They serve as the scheduler and recorder for the District’s Safety and Security Committee, Emergency Preparedness Plan Working Group, and Infrastructure Group. They also update and maintain all aspects of the EH&S website/related pages. |
| M. Victoria de la Torre: Risk Management Analyst. Victoria starting working in EH&S/Risk Management in October 2023. Risk Management administers the District’s risk management and loss control programs and services, including insurance coverages and other loss prevention strategies. Risk Management is also responsible for supporting, development, and administering elements of the District’s COVID-19 Prevention Recovery Plan. |
| David Williams: EH&S Technician. David started working as a full-time EH&S Technician employee in July 2018. EH&S Technicians deal with inspections and manage programs pertaining to life safety, fire protection and hazardous materials/waste management. David conducts ergonomic assessments for the District, inspects the District’s laboratories and facilities to ensure compliance with both federal and state requirements, and coordinates on-campus bio-hazard and hazardous waste roundups for off campus disposal. |
