Robert M. Ridpath
About
Mr. Ridpath is an Occupational Safety Specialist who joined Wandling Engineering in 2018. He holds an A.S. in Fire Science and a B.S. in Industrial Technology with a focus on Occupational Safety from Iowa State University. Prior to his role at Wandling Engineering, Mr. Ridpath worked as an Environmental Health and Safety Manager at Sysco Iowa and Kreg Enterprises, where he administered various aspects of safety.
Mr. Ridpath is a Certified Fire Explosion Investigator, Certified Safety Professional, Certified Machinery Safety Expert, authorized OSHA General Industry and Construction Trainer, and a Walkway Audit Certificate Holder. He brings extensive experience in occupational safety management and assessing facility compliance with industry safety standards and federal regulations.
With a strong background in occupational safety, Mr. Ridpath plays a key role in Wandling Engineering’s safety consulting services and accident investigations.
Education
- Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa 2012 B.S. Industrial Technology | Occupational Safety
- Des Moines Area Community College, Ankeny, Iowa 2009 A.S. Fire Science
Professional Licenses
— CFEI | Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (National Association of Fire Investigators), 2012
— CSP | Certified Safety Professional, 2016
— CMSE® | Certified Machinery Safety Expert, 2020
Professional Affilations
— American Society of Safety Engineers
— Iowa-Illinois Safety Council - Board of Directors
— National Fire Protection Association
— National Safety Council