Environmental, Health, and Safety

Occupational Safety and Risk Consulting Services

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We help insurers, attorneys, and organizations across industries identify, assess, and mitigate occupational health, safety, and process safety-related risks.

Leveraging decades of safety consulting experience and guided by proven industry practices, our solutions are centered around building safer workplaces, reducing operational hazards, and implementing effective controls.

J.S. Held is recognized as an industry leader in the Verdantix Green Quadrant for Enterprise Risk Management Consulting.

Our safety consultants are retained to develop, implement, and review safety programs; conduct safety audits; facilitate training; perform hazard assessments; and deliver risk prevention strategies through occupational safety compliance consulting. Our comprehensive solutions are tailored to the unique factors and requirements specific to each client, industry, location, and regulatory environment.

Our Services
  • Capital Project Support
  • Combustible Dust Programs
  • Construction Safety
  • Digital EHS Platform Design and Implementation
  • Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA)
  • Incident Investigation
  • Leadership and Safety Culture Support
  • Machine Safety Services
  • On-Site Health and Safety Management
  • OSHA Litigation Support
  • Prevention Through Design
  • Process Safety Management / Risk Management Plan
  • Psychosocial Risk Assessments
  • Safety Compliance and Management Systems (ISO) Auditing
  • Safety Compliance Auditing
  • Safety Management Systems
  • Safety Program Development and Implementation
  • Safety Strategy Development
  • Safety Training Development and Facilitation
  • Serious Injury / Fatality Programs
  • Transportation Safety and Compliance
Our Professionals

Our occupational safety and risk consulting team is composed of credentialed professionals with expertise critical to workplace health and safety. We bring a multidisciplinary approach to identifying risks, implementing controls, and supporting compliance across diverse operational environments, with experts including:

  • Certified Safety Professionals (CSP)
  • Associate Safety Professionals (ASP)
  • Certified Industrial Hygienists (CIH)
  • Safety Management Professionals (SMP)
  • Occupational Safety and Hygiene Technicians (OHST)
  • Construction Health and Safety Technicians (CHST)
  • Certified Professional EHS Auditors (CPEA)
  • Certified Process Safety Auditors (CPSA)
  • Certified Process Safety Professionals (CCPSC)
  • Certified Hazardous Materials Managers (CHMM)
  • Mechanical Engineers
  • Chemical Engineers
  • Epidemiologists
  • Microbiologists
  • Regulatory Experts
  • Toxicologists
Our Professional Memberships and Industry Leadership

At J.S. Held, our occupational safety and risk experts are committed to advancing industry knowledge and best practices. We actively engage with leading professional organizations to stay at the forefront of emerging trends, regulatory changes, and cutting-edge solutions in risk management and occupational safety. Our affiliations reflect our dedication to continuous learning, collaboration, and delivering the highest standards of safety and risk services to our clients.

Our team proudly maintains membership and participates in distinguished industry organizations, including:

  • American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP)
  • National Safety Council (NSC)
  • American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE)
  • Center for Chemical Process Safety (CCPS)
  • American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA)
  • National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
  • International Institute of All-Natural Refrigeration (IIAR)
Cross-Sector Expertise Driving Safer Operations

Our safety professionals bring deep, cross-sector experience to every engagement, helping clients benchmark performance, adopt proven practices, and navigate complex risk environments with confidence.

Whether you're looking to elevate your safety programs, align with industry leaders, or address sector-specific risks, our experts are here to help. We combine technical expertise with strategic insight to deliver occupational safety and risk solutions that are practical, scalable, and impactful.

Every industry faces unique safety challenges, and our approach in each engagement is tailored, data-driven, and informed by decades of hands-on experience across a wide range of sectors, including:

  • Aerospace
  • Chemical Manufacturing
  • Construction
  • Consumer Goods
  • Data Center Construction and Operations
  • Defense
  • Food and Beverage
  • Finance
  • Industrial Refrigeration
  • Industrial Manufacturing
  • Insurance
  • Legal
  • Mining
  • Oil & Gas (Upstream, Midstream, Downstream)
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Power Generation and Transmission
  • Acquisitions and Integrations
  • Renewables
  • Semiconductors
  • Technology
  • Warehousing and Distribution
Process Safety Management Solutions

Preventing catastrophic chemical incidents isn’t just a regulatory requirement, it’s a business imperative. Our Process Safety Management (PSM) services are designed to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with hazardous chemical processes.

Our team combines deep technical expertise with extensive real-world experience to help organizations navigate complex compliance requirements including OSHA’s PSM standard (29 CFR 1910.119), the EPA’s Risk Management Plan Rule (RMP) (40 CFR 68), international standards (COMAH and Seveso), and state-specific programs such as the California Accidental Release Prevention Program (CalARP), delivering practical, actionable solutions that strengthen process safety culture and operational resilience.

Our comprehensive Process Safety Management services include:

  • PSM/RMP Applicability Studies
  • PSM Program Development and Implementation
  • Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) Facilitation
  • Process Safety Training
  • Compliance Audits and Gap Assessments
  • Operating Procedure and Process Safety Information Support
  • Regulatory and Risk Management Support
  • Mechanical Integrity Program Development and Assessments
  • Combustible Dust Programs, Dust Hazard Analysis, and Training
  • Ammonia Refrigeration Program Development
  • Risk-Based Process Safety Program Development
  • Offsite Consequence Analysis
  • RMP Submission
  • PSM/RMP Regulatory Interpretation and Advisory Services
Occupational Safety Services

We partner with organizations across industries to design, implement, and maintain safety programs that protect employees, reduce risk, achieve regulatory compliance, while reducing costs and improving operational efficiency.

Our occupational safety experts leverage deep experience and deliver practical insight in every engagement. From developing procedures to enhancing safety culture, we provide actionable insights that strengthen compliance, minimize liability, and foster a workplace defined by care, accountability, and performance.

Our occupational safety services include:

  • Electrical Safety and Hazardous Energy Control (Lockout/Tagout)
  • Powered Industrial Vehicles and Machine Guarding Consulting
  • Emergency Planning and Fire Safety
  • Confined Space Entry and Fall Protection
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Assessments and Training
  • Hot Work Safety Programs
  • Hand and Power Tool Safety Inspections and Training
  • Hazardous Materials Management
  • Incident Investigation
  • Serious Injury / Fatality (SIF) Program Support
  • Safety by Design / Prevention Through Design Consulting
  • Construction Safety Advisory Services and Onsite Support
  • OSHA Litigation and Compliance Support
  • Transportation Safety Programs and Training
  • Psychosocial Risk Assessments
  • Workplace Violence Prevention
Safety Management System Development and Implementation

We support organizations in building comprehensive Safety Management Systems (SMS) that integrate seamlessly with operational goals and international standards. Our experts work with clients to design frameworks that not only meet regulatory requirements but elevate safety performance across the organization.

We bring deep expertise in aligning systems with ISO 45001 standards and other global benchmarks, ensuring that each component of the SMS is fit to the unique demands of your environment. Our approach emphasizes practical implementation, stakeholder engagement, continuous improvement, and tangible results, enabling clients to embed safety into the fabric of their operations.

Through strategic planning and hands-on advisory, we help organizations transform safety from a reactive function into a proactive driver of resilience, accountability, and operational performance.

Our Safety Management System services include:

  • SMS Development and Implementation (ISO 45001)
  • Compliance Auditing and Gap Assessments
  • Hazard Identification and Risk Analysis
  • Safety Program Design and Implementation
  • Safety Culture and Leadership Coaching
  • Legal Register Development
  • Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis
  • Training and Education Programs
  • Strategic Safety Planning
  • Third-Party Contractor Safety Management
Occupational Hygiene Services

Our occupational hygiene services deliver critical expertise in identifying, assessing, and mitigating environmental and occupational health risks. Our team of Certified Industrial Hygienists, safety professionals, and scientists supports clients with data-driven exposure assessments, air quality testing, and hazard investigations.

Our expert services help organizations proactively manage liability, ensure regulatory compliance, and protect human health in complex environments. Our occupational hygiene expert focus on providing actionable insights and tailored mitigation programs, empowering decision-makers to navigate risk with confidence and clarity. 

OSHA Consulting Services

Whether clients are in search of a better understanding of OSHA's regulatory requirements to ensure compliance or are in need of assistance with OSHA-based reporting, our safety experts can help. We provide OSHA regulatory compliance consulting, safety program evaluations, safety and health policy development, employee safety training, and assistance with OSHA reporting.

Energy and Heavy Industry Safety Audits and Consulting Services

As the world shifts toward innovative and sustainable energy solutions, new technologies bring exciting possibilities and new risks. Our safety experts partner with organizations to proactively manage these risks, ensuring smooth transitions, regulatory compliance, and a strong commitment to employee well-being and ESG goals. We deliver strategic safety solutions that empower teams and protect their operations.

Our services include:

  • Safety Code and Compliance Reviews
  • Process Safety Management (Ammonia / Hydrogen Systems, Flammable Liquid & Gas Systems)
  • Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
  • Safety Program Development and Implementation
  • Construction Safety Oversight
  • Safety by Design
  • Serious Injury / Fatality Program Support
  • Incident Investigations
  • Regulatory Advisory Services
  • Health and Safety Audit Programs

For additional information about our services and to help put you in touch with the appropriate expert across our global team, contact:

John Peiserich
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John Peiserich
Executive Vice President | Environmental, Health & Safety Practice Lead
Brian Desrosiers
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Brian Desrosiers
Director of Occupational Safety and Risk Services
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