Steve Bedard, ARM-P
Risk Manager at Town of Parker, Colorado- Claim this Profile
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Don Wagner
I have known Steve for 30 years, and , can attest that he is a man of integrity,drive and a natural leader.
Roger Rettig
Steve has a great personality and cares about the employees in the Town of Parker. He looks for quality programs that the employees would benefit from. Very approachable and fun to work with.
Don Wagner
I have known Steve for 30 years, and , can attest that he is a man of integrity,drive and a natural leader.
Roger Rettig
Steve has a great personality and cares about the employees in the Town of Parker. He looks for quality programs that the employees would benefit from. Very approachable and fun to work with.
Don Wagner
I have known Steve for 30 years, and , can attest that he is a man of integrity,drive and a natural leader.
Roger Rettig
Steve has a great personality and cares about the employees in the Town of Parker. He looks for quality programs that the employees would benefit from. Very approachable and fun to work with.
Don Wagner
I have known Steve for 30 years, and , can attest that he is a man of integrity,drive and a natural leader.
Roger Rettig
Steve has a great personality and cares about the employees in the Town of Parker. He looks for quality programs that the employees would benefit from. Very approachable and fun to work with.
Credentials
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Associate in Risk Management - Public Entity
The InstitutesMay, 2013- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Town of Parker, Colorado
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United States
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Government Administration
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1 - 100 Employee
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Risk Manager
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Oct 2001 - Present
First formal Risk Manager hired for the Town of Parker on October 1, 2001. Developed and manages a comprehensive written Loss Control, Safety and Risk Management Program for the Town. Responsible for managing and administering workers’ compensation and return-to-work program. Developed a safety culture that reduced injuries and increased safety awareness in all departments. Results: Experience Modifier dropped from a 1.26 upon hire to 0.80 in four years. Latest Experience Modifier is 0.79… Show more First formal Risk Manager hired for the Town of Parker on October 1, 2001. Developed and manages a comprehensive written Loss Control, Safety and Risk Management Program for the Town. Responsible for managing and administering workers’ compensation and return-to-work program. Developed a safety culture that reduced injuries and increased safety awareness in all departments. Results: Experience Modifier dropped from a 1.26 upon hire to 0.80 in four years. Latest Experience Modifier is 0.79 for 2016. Reviews and amends Trade and Professional Service contracts for indemnity and insurance requirements with Town attorney. Also reviews special events and community events applications for risk and provides insurance or hold harmless requirements to the applicant. Provides risk assessments in Town facilities to decrease risk exposures and to enhance security. Developed Emergency Response Plan for Town Hall. Provides property analysis on new construction to determine insurance values and maintains inventory of all vehicles and a schedule of all specialized equipment. Manages all property, auto and liability claims with insurer. As ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) coordinator, reviews programs and facilities for compliance. Served as President of Colorado PRIMA (Public Risk Management Association) and Conference Chair for Colorado PRIMA, helping to broaden risk management education and information to its members. Continues to serve as a member of the Colorado PRIMA Education Committee to provide up-to-date risk management education for the members. Show less First formal Risk Manager hired for the Town of Parker on October 1, 2001. Developed and manages a comprehensive written Loss Control, Safety and Risk Management Program for the Town. Responsible for managing and administering workers’ compensation and return-to-work program. Developed a safety culture that reduced injuries and increased safety awareness in all departments. Results: Experience Modifier dropped from a 1.26 upon hire to 0.80 in four years. Latest Experience Modifier is 0.79… Show more First formal Risk Manager hired for the Town of Parker on October 1, 2001. Developed and manages a comprehensive written Loss Control, Safety and Risk Management Program for the Town. Responsible for managing and administering workers’ compensation and return-to-work program. Developed a safety culture that reduced injuries and increased safety awareness in all departments. Results: Experience Modifier dropped from a 1.26 upon hire to 0.80 in four years. Latest Experience Modifier is 0.79 for 2016. Reviews and amends Trade and Professional Service contracts for indemnity and insurance requirements with Town attorney. Also reviews special events and community events applications for risk and provides insurance or hold harmless requirements to the applicant. Provides risk assessments in Town facilities to decrease risk exposures and to enhance security. Developed Emergency Response Plan for Town Hall. Provides property analysis on new construction to determine insurance values and maintains inventory of all vehicles and a schedule of all specialized equipment. Manages all property, auto and liability claims with insurer. As ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) coordinator, reviews programs and facilities for compliance. Served as President of Colorado PRIMA (Public Risk Management Association) and Conference Chair for Colorado PRIMA, helping to broaden risk management education and information to its members. Continues to serve as a member of the Colorado PRIMA Education Committee to provide up-to-date risk management education for the members. Show less
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Safety Counselling, Inc
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Aurora, Colorado
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Director of Operations-Colorado
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1999 - 2001
Provided safety audits and training for over 50 clients. Helped many clients receive their Premium Cost Containment Certificate from the Department of Labor and Employment Division of Workers Compensation. Represented several clients in OSHA hearings. Results: Fines were reduced by 50% or more. I persuaded OSHA to consider my clients’ safety records, safety training and safety programs that I had implemented with the owners commitment to worker safety. Provided safety audits and training for over 50 clients. Helped many clients receive their Premium Cost Containment Certificate from the Department of Labor and Employment Division of Workers Compensation. Represented several clients in OSHA hearings. Results: Fines were reduced by 50% or more. I persuaded OSHA to consider my clients’ safety records, safety training and safety programs that I had implemented with the owners commitment to worker safety.
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Fitzsimons Army Medical Center
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Aurora, Colorado
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Fire Inspector/Safety Manager
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1995 - 1998
Managed a fire and safety program for Army Medical Center, ensuring that unsafe acts and conditions were identified immediately and corrected. Conducted fire and safety education classes, performed fire prevention and safety audits, and published seasonal safety campaigns. Managed a fire and safety program for Army Medical Center, ensuring that unsafe acts and conditions were identified immediately and corrected. Conducted fire and safety education classes, performed fire prevention and safety audits, and published seasonal safety campaigns.
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Deputy Fire Chief
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1974 - 1994
20 years in Air Force, 15 years in Fire Protection and 5 years in Manpower Management Engineering. Last position held was Deputy Fire Chief at Lowry Air Force Base. 20 years in Air Force, 15 years in Fire Protection and 5 years in Manpower Management Engineering. Last position held was Deputy Fire Chief at Lowry Air Force Base.
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Education
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1998 - 2000
Columbia College
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management, General -
1992 - 1994
University of Maryland College Park
Associate of Science (A.S.), Personnel Management
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