EXPERT WORKPLACE SAFETY CONSULTANT
Turning your safety challenges into operational strengths
If you're dealing with complex safety challenges, struggling to meet regulatory requirements, or you just know that your current approach isn't cutting it, I'm here to help.
Whether you're a startup trying to establish your first safety program or a corporation looking for topic-specific documentation and training, my goal is the same: to help you create a safer, more productive workplace by tapping into the expertise and potential of your own people.
With decades of experience spanning from nuclear subs to high-tech labs, I guide you through an approach to safety that thinks beyond basic compliance. Instead of only looking at rules and regulations, we’ll look at how the actual work really gets done in your organization and develop solutions that make sense for your specific needs.
If you're ready to move beyond the "check-box" approach to safety and create a culture where safety and productivity go hand in hand, let's talk.
I’m Dave Paoletta, and I believe in leveraging the strengths already present in your organization to solve problems
Creating safety solutions that keep your employees safe and your business operations strong
David R. Paoletta
Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Bureau of Certified Safety Professionals
Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP), Utility Safety & Operations Leadership Network
Certified Electrical Safety Compliance Professional (CESCP), National Fire Protection Association
MS, Occupational Safety Management/Industrial Safety, University of Central Missouri
US Navy Veteran, Nuclear Plant Mechanical Operator/Submarines (MM1/SS)
My safety career started in the US Navy, where my work in the steam plant of a nuclear powered submarine involved exposure to just about every industrial hazard all at once. There, I learned that real safety isn't just about rules—it's about understanding systems and integrating safe practices into every aspect of operations. (When you're dealing with nuclear propulsion underwater, there's no room for error!)
In the decades since, I’ve developed hands-on safety management expertise across many different fields, from manufacturing and construction to laboratory R&D. What I've found is that every workplace has specific challenges and opportunities, but an effective approach for keeping people safe is pretty universal.
It’s all about understanding how work actually gets done in your organization, identifying the real risks, and involving employees to develop practical solutions that make sense for your business goals and your employees on the floor.
At New Dimensions in Safety, I bring together my diverse industry experience, formal training, and “New View Safety” approach to keep your people safe and your business running smoothly.
From New Dimensions in Safety, you can expect...
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PEOPLE-CENTERED SOLUTIONS
We’ll tap into the expertise of your workforce, involving them in identifying risks and developing solutions. This creates buy-in at all levels, leading to higher compliance, more effective safety measures, and a stronger safety culture overall.
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BEYOND BASIC COMPLIANCE
While ensuring you meet all regulatory requirements, I can help you create a safety program that goes beyond the basic standards. That way, you're not just avoiding fines—you're creating a resilient system that’s effective now and can adapt in the future.
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PRACTICAL, REAL-WORLD FOCUS
We’ll look at how work actually gets done in your organization, not just how it's supposed to be done on paper. Taking the time to understand your operations means that your safety solutions will actually be sustainable within your processes and organization.
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INTEGRATED SAFETY MANAGEMENT
When we move beyond simple check-box compliance, safety can actually become a driver of quality and operational excellence. Through analysis, documentation, and training, you can have fewer incidents, improved efficiency, and better overall performance.