Steve Harmon

With formal OSHA training, a degree from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and extensive leadership experience in workplace safety programs, Steve brings a wealth of practical knowledge to the classroom in his role as a HAZMAT Safety Specialist.

As a former plant manager, Steve understands safety from both an operational and business perspective. His development of an innovative HAZCOM program for a specialty division of one of the largest glass manufacturers in the United States has given him the ability to provide clients with creative, effective approaches to HAZMAT processes and compliance. In addition, his experience as a safety team leader for a major rubber specialty parts manufacturer has uniquely prepared him to help organizations build employee-focused safety cultures that are practical, engaging, and easy to apply in everyday operations.

Outside of his professional career, Steve is active in amateur radio and has spent many years volunteering with Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) and Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service (RACES), assisting with emergency communications during severe weather events and other community emergencies.

Steve’s combination of business leadership, hands-on safety training, operational experience, and employee-focused instruction allows him to deliver HAZMAT programs that are practical, relatable, and designed to create lasting safety awareness in the workplace.

Why Do I Do This Work
This work is very personal to me. It stems from the idea that if the message presented is personal enough, and well targeted that the person or groups in my care will think before making a dangerous decision that potentially will affect the rest of their lives. It only takes a second, a false move and a flawed decision to completely change a life forever.

That means the message I deliver has the potential to change lives. The responsibility for a safe and productive life is, for a heartbeat, in my hands. Life safety is a serious business. If prevention is presented in a way that helps people make good decisions, then they can go home to their families and loved ones without the burden of serious life altering injury which ultimately the family will have to share.

One Thing I Wish More Companies Did Better
One thing I wish companies did better is practice more often and take training more seriously. Too many organizations treat training as something that only needs to be done to check a box for compliance, instead of viewing it as a critical investment in safety, preparedness, and employee confidence.

When emergencies happen, people fall back on the level of training and practice they’ve received. Regular drills, hands-on exercises, and realistic training scenarios help employees build the confidence and muscle memory needed to respond correctly under pressure.

The companies that make training a priority are usually the ones with stronger safety cultures, better communication, and fewer incidents. Consistent practice not only protects employees, but also protects operations, equipment, and the reputation of the company. Taking training seriously can make the difference between a controlled response and a preventable disaster.