Ph.D. - Doctor of Philosophy in Public Health: Health Policy and Administration, University of Illinois at Chicago
M.S. - Master of Science in Technology: Industry and Technology Safety, Northern Illinois University
M.A. - Master of Arts in Psychology: Management, Western Michigan University
B.S. - Bachelor of Science in Psychology: Management, Western Michigan University
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Professor Emeritus of Aerospace and Occupational Safety & Program Coordinator 2009 – 2021
O’Toole & Associates
Owner, 1996 – Present
Aggregate Industries – US
Corporate Safety Director – April 2006 – June 2008
Purdue University Calumet
Associate Professor of Organizational Leadership and Supervision, 2002 - 2006
Assistant Professor of Organizational Leadership and Supervision, 1997 - 2002
USG Corporation
Director, Regulatory Compliance 1993-1996
Director, Occupational Health and Safety 1991-1993
Manager, Occupational Health and Safety 1988-1990
Manager, Occupational Safety 1986-1987
Safety Manager 1984 -1985
Human Resources Manager 1977-1983
Safety Management Specialist (SMS)
Member of American Society of Safety Professionals
ASSE President’s Award – Student Task Force – 2014
- Nominated – William Tarrants Safety Educator of the Year – ASSE - 2011
- Nominated – William Tarrants Safety Educator of the Year – ASSE – 2006
- Nominated – Teacher of the Year Purdue University Calumet – 2006
- Safety Professional of the Year – ASSE Region VII – 2004-2005
- Outstanding Service – ASSE Region VII – 2003 - 04
- Safety Professional of the Year – ASSE Academics Practice Specialty – 2003 - 04
- Safety Professional of the Year – ASSE Greater Calumet Chapter – 2003 – 04
Nominated for Outstanding Teacher of the Year 2002